FAQ
What is Hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is very different to
the kind of thing you may have seen on TV or heard about
– it is the clinical application of hypnosis. Most
people think that hypnosis is something you either
‘believe in’ or ‘don’t believe in’, whereas it is in
fact an effective therapeutic tool which has ample
supportive scientific evidence regarding its success
rates. The majority of people find hypnotherapy to be an
extremely relaxing and pleasant experience, and when
done correctly will help you to make deep and lasting
changes.
How many sessions will I need?
This varies from one person to another, but most people
come for between 3 and 7 sessions. Most clients will
report significant improvements in that time. Some
people only require one or two sessions, particularly
when dealing with stopping smoking or specific phobias.
Hypnotherapy is definitely a brief intervention and
isn’t a treatment that goes on for many months or years.
However, effective and lasting change can take a little
time and isn’t all going to happen instantly, so please
don’t expect a one session magic wand.
What if I can’t be hypnotised?
You can.
The problem is that most people expect hypnosis to be
totally different to what it really is, often expecting
a strange experience similar to a deep unconscious
sleep. It isn’t like that at all as it is a natural
state we go in and out of in our day to day lives. It is
just a little more focused and goal directed in a
therapeutic setting.
Can you have control over me?
No. You are in control at all times, and are not asleep
or unconscious.
You would not accept any suggestion that you do not
agree with and are aware at all times. As a clinical
therapist I am here to help you overcome your problems.
I do not do Stage Hypnosis, so I would never ask you to
do anything silly like clucking like a hen.
Is
hypnotherapy safe?
Yes.
Hypnosis is a totally safe and natural process when
carried out in a safe, clinical environment and working
with a reputable therapist. There is no evidence of
hypnosis being dangerous, particularly when used by a
trained professional in an appropriate manner.
Will I be ‘put under’ hypnosis?
No. This is yet another myth from the days when people
really believed that a hypnotist could control you.
Actually, hypnotherapy is more about you being ‘in
control’ and you’ll feel great and empowered. You can
come out of the state of hypnosis at any time you wish.
You can’t ‘get stuck’ in hypnosis.
What are the potential side
effects?
You could find yourself becoming free from problems that
have been getting you down and feel relaxed and more
confident, stop smoking, lose weight, feel more
energetic and generally experience great feelings of
health and wellbeing.
In other words, the side effects tend to be very
positive, as hypnotherapy is safe and natural. I have
had clients who have successfully overcome depression,
have become more confident and report changing their
careers doing something they have always wanted to do.
And clients who have successfully stopped smoking also
report sleeping much better.
Do you have a waiting list?
Sometimes. However, I’ll do my best to arrange a
suitable appointment time for you as soon as possible
(usually within one to two weeks).
Do you offer evening
appointments?
Yes, evening appointments are available but these tend
to be the most popular, so are not always available
straightaway. I’ll do my best to see you at a convenient
time but you may have a longer wait.
You probably have other questions. Please do get in
touch with any specific questions or request a brochure.
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