Hypnosis is a deep state of relaxation during which suggestions are made to create beneficial changes in ideas or behaviour.
The subconscious mind controls the involuntary functions of the body, including habits and things that we do ‘automatically’ – it is fuelled by our emotions and imagination and directs the energy from within. The subconscious mind also contains memories of every, single thing that has occurred to us.
In hypnosis the mind is very receptive to new ideas and open to suggestions which encourage more sensible, balanced or helpful attitudes to reality.
In the clinical setting, symptoms associated with stress or anxiety can be helped; in such cases it is not a substitute for medical treatment, but a very useful supplement to it. Mind and body affect each other, and the person as a whole is benefited by this holistic approach.
For some conditions, regression techniques can be used. This may mean re-examining (without necessarily re-experiencing) events which influenced us at an earlier time in life. By bringing these memories to the surface, the subconscious mind is able to discharge the negative effects and can be ‘reprogrammed’ for success.
The number of sessions required usually varies from person to person, however most people feel some benefit from hypnotherapy immediately.
The subconscious mind controls the involuntary functions of the body, including habits and things that we do ‘automatically’ – it is fuelled by our emotions and imagination and directs the energy from within. The subconscious mind also contains memories of every, single thing that has occurred to us.
In hypnosis the mind is very receptive to new ideas and open to suggestions which encourage more sensible, balanced or helpful attitudes to reality.
In the clinical setting, symptoms associated with stress or anxiety can be helped; in such cases it is not a substitute for medical treatment, but a very useful supplement to it. Mind and body affect each other, and the person as a whole is benefited by this holistic approach.
For some conditions, regression techniques can be used. This may mean re-examining (without necessarily re-experiencing) events which influenced us at an earlier time in life. By bringing these memories to the surface, the subconscious mind is able to discharge the negative effects and can be ‘reprogrammed’ for success.
The number of sessions required usually varies from person to person, however most people feel some benefit from hypnotherapy immediately.
Q. Can anyone be hypnotised?
A. Most people can, providing they are able to follow instructions and understand the things they have to do in order to achieve this state.
That said, if you suffer with Epilepsy, Psychosis or Bi-Polar Disorder, then to avoid the possibility of bringing on seizures or episodes, hypnotherapy is advised against.
Q. Can I be made to say or do anything against my will whilst I am in hypnosis?
A. No. Clinical hypnosis or hypnotherapy is not the same as stage hypnosis; You are free to accept or reject any suggestions made.
Q. Is hypnotic trance the same as sleep?
A. No, when in trance, you are not asleep, but you are not fully awake either. It is a drifting, dreamy, deeply relaxed state in between the two.
Q. Will I be aware of what is happening or being said whilst I am in the hypnosis state?
A. Yes. You will feel deeply relaxed but will never lose contact with the Hypnotherapist’s voice.
Q. What happens if I don’t come out of trance or something happens to the Hypnotherapist before I am brought out?
A. You would simply come out of trance naturally as the rapport would be lost with the Hypnotherapist. No-one has ever remained in trance indefinitely.
Q. Will I be able to drive afterwards?
A. Yes. You will still be feeling relaxed; however, your actions and reactions will be functioning super efficiently.
A. Most people can, providing they are able to follow instructions and understand the things they have to do in order to achieve this state.
That said, if you suffer with Epilepsy, Psychosis or Bi-Polar Disorder, then to avoid the possibility of bringing on seizures or episodes, hypnotherapy is advised against.
Q. Can I be made to say or do anything against my will whilst I am in hypnosis?
A. No. Clinical hypnosis or hypnotherapy is not the same as stage hypnosis; You are free to accept or reject any suggestions made.
Q. Is hypnotic trance the same as sleep?
A. No, when in trance, you are not asleep, but you are not fully awake either. It is a drifting, dreamy, deeply relaxed state in between the two.
Q. Will I be aware of what is happening or being said whilst I am in the hypnosis state?
A. Yes. You will feel deeply relaxed but will never lose contact with the Hypnotherapist’s voice.
Q. What happens if I don’t come out of trance or something happens to the Hypnotherapist before I am brought out?
A. You would simply come out of trance naturally as the rapport would be lost with the Hypnotherapist. No-one has ever remained in trance indefinitely.
Q. Will I be able to drive afterwards?
A. Yes. You will still be feeling relaxed; however, your actions and reactions will be functioning super efficiently.
