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In a sprawling 15,000-square-foot estate in the hills above Las Vegas, dubbed "Shangri-Las Vegas," hypnotherapist Kimberly Friedmutter has created a luxurious oasis for the wealthy and troubled. This $6 million zen sanctuary is where she puts her high-end clients through a five-day intensive program that promises to rewire their subconscious minds and rid them of addiction. And it's a service in high demand, with eight billionaire families and A-list celebrities clamoring for her expertise.

Friedmutter, 62, has built a reputation as a global fixer who can tackle even the most complex problems with ease. Her clients come to her seeking solutions to issues ranging from substance abuse to relationship drama, and Friedmutter delivers – often in record time. Take, for example, Jackie Siegel, the self-proclaimed "Queen of Versailles," whose daughter Victoria died in 2015 after a fatal overdose. Friedmutter was by Siegel's side every step of the way, helping her navigate the devastating loss.

"I keep her on speed dial," Siegel gushes to The Scholarly Note. "She's been there every step of the way from when we lost our daughter to when I lost my husband and sister in 2025. She keeps me strong. She's like a magnet. She unites people and creates solutions that help you get through the worst things that can happen."

But Friedmutter's work is not just limited to her high-end clients. She also has a roster of A-list celebrities who seek her expertise, including Sharon Stone, Jennifer Hudson, Martha Stewart, Mike Tyson, Quincy Jones, George Lopez, and two-time World Series of Poker champion Jennifer Harman.

One such celebrity client is David Hasselhoff, the former "Baywatch" star who struggled with alcoholism for years. Friedmutter reveals that part of his transformation involved separating himself from the persona he created – "The Hoff." In a remarkable session, she recounts how they worked together to split the character from the man.

"There were three of us in the room – David, The Hoff, and me," Friedmutter recalls. "We had to split the character from the man."

But what drives Friedmutter's clients to seek her help? For many, it's a desperate desire to escape the grip of addiction or trauma. Clayton Echerd, the star of season 26 of "The Bachelor," is one such client who came to Friedmutter seeking help after being embroiled in a public scandal involving a false pregnancy claim.

Friedmutter says that her clients are often at a crossroads in their lives, struggling with self-sabotaging behaviors and addiction. But she's confident in her ability to guide them toward recovery.

"Clayton wants to be seen as a serious person," Friedmutter explains. "He's hungry for it. I'm going to get him there."

Friedmutter's own life story is one of resilience and determination. Born in San Antonio, Texas, she grew up with an abusive mother who choked her almost every night. Despite the trauma, Friedmutter went on to become a successful model, working with top designers and gracing the covers of numerous fashion magazines.

However, it was her experiences as a TV and film actress that ultimately led her to explore hypnosis and neurolinguistic programming (NLP) as tools for managing anxiety and overcoming addiction. Today, she combines these techniques in her practice, helping clients identify the root causes of their problems and scripting new language patterns to overcome them.

But Friedmutter is not a quick fix solution. She has high standards for her clients, and only accepts those who are genuinely committed to change. "If someone's lying in the interview or chasing therapists to prove they're 'unfixable,' I say, 'not right now,'" she warns.

With her extensive network of private investigators and attorneys at her disposal, Friedmutter is often called upon to handle crises involving the wealthy and powerful. In recent cases, she has helped families suspected of poisoning their patriarchs – a scenario that Friedmutter describes as "disturbing" but also an opportunity for her to apply her expertise in crisis management.

Friedmutter's five-day intensive program, which costs $50,000 or $2,000 per hour, is the crown jewel of her services. During this time, clients undergo a grueling schedule of sessions that can total up to 25 hours. But Friedmutter assures them that it's worth it – and promises results.

"It's like walking out of a cave," she says. "I have the map and the flashlight, but you're the one walking."

For those who are willing to take the leap, Friedmutter offers a guarantee: change is possible, no matter how dire their circumstances may seem. And for her high-end clients, that's all they need to hear.

Kimberly Friedmutter's Top-Notch Client List

• Jackie Siegel (Queen of Versailles)
• David Hasselhoff
• Clayton Echerd (The Bachelor)
• Sharon Stone
• Jennifer Hudson
• Martha Stewart
• Mike Tyson
• Quincy Jones
• George Lopez
• Jennifer Harman (two-time World Series of Poker champion)

Friedmutter's Services

• Five-day intensive program: $50,000 or $2,000 per hour
• Weekly follow-up sessions ("downloads")
• Crisis management and response for high-net-worth clients
• Private investigators and attorneys at her disposal

Kimberly Friedmutter's Bio

• Born in San Antonio, Texas
• Grew up with an abusive mother
• Became a successful model, working with top designers
• Explored hypnosis and NLP to manage anxiety and overcome addiction
• Combined these techniques in her practice as a hypnotherapist