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How
does Hypnotherapy work?
A Hypnotherapist helps you to explore your memories and
beliefs to uncover the reasons for unsupportive habits or fears. When you
connect with your subconscious mind, it enables you to adjust your
“internal programming” by changing beliefs about yourself that may or
may not be true or by healing past events that may be hindering the present.
This can only be done with your permission and can result in powerful and
lasting life changes.
What
is Hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is an empowering process. It uses guided self-hypnosis
to enhance a person’s ability to be the master of their decisions and the
driving force in their own life. A
certified Hypnotherapist helps a person to bypass their conscious, or
waking, mind to access the subconscious mind where memories and the beliefs
behind attitudes and behaviours are stored.
This occurs while the person is in a relaxed state of being. In this relaxed state, the individual has a heightened
awareness of their internal self while maintaining a connection with what is
going on around them in the outside world. It is a natural state of being
and is completely safe.
What is the
difference between the conscious and subconscious mind?
Your subconscious mind is where all your programming is. For
example all of our body functions that occur without thought are because of
subconscious programming. Your conscious mind or ego is your questioning
mind, the part of your mind that is aware of all that is going on.
Connecting with your subconscious allows you to change unsupportive habits
in a gentle and effective way.
What is Hypnotherapy
most used for?
Hypnotherapy is used to modify or change behavior. Most common
uses are for:
- Weight management
- Becoming smoke free
- Substance abuse control
- Improving memory, concentration and motivation
- Goal achievement
- managing phobias and fears
- Inner child work and regression
- Stress reduction and relaxation techniques
What is the
difference between hypnosis and hypnotherapy?
In hypnosis, as in hypnotherapy the physical body is relaxed so
that the individual has access to his or her subconscious mind. (The
subconscious is where all of our programming is stored – just like the
programming of a computer.) When using hypnosis the practitioner makes a
number of repeated suggestions to modify behavior. When using hypnotherapy
the practitioner with permission from the individual asks the subconscious a
number of questions to discover what causes certain behavior. By dealing or
healing the cause, behavior modification is greatly facilitated.
Can everyone be
hypnotized?
The only people that cannot be hypnotized are the insane, the senile and
very young children.
Is hypnosis
safe?
When practiced by ethical and qualified practitioners, hypnosis
is extremely safe. Also note that a person will not do under hypnosis
anything that is against their beliefs. * It is important to note that when
in a hypnotized state the individual is completely in control and will not
do anything that is against their values or beliefs. Although in stage
hypnosis the individual seems completely out of control the exact opposite
is true. None of what happens on stage could happen without the
individuals’ permission.
Will you make me act
like a chicken?
Only if you want to. In all seriousness, nothing can be done
without your permission.
Can
the Hypnotherapist make me do anything they want?
No. Although relaxed, you are in full control of your mind and
body and are aware of everything that is happening at all times. In Stage
Hypnosis it may seem that the Hypnotist is in charge, but this is an
illusion. Participants in those shows are aware of what they are doing, and
can choose to stop at any time.
Will I remember my session?
Clients that experience my sessions remember every detail of
their sessions.
Is it easy to come
out of a Hypnotic trance?
Very easy, and most people come out of a trance feeling energized
and refreshed.
How can I help in the
healing process?
It is important to mention to your therapist your reactions to the sessions,
no matter how unreasonable these reactions may seem. If for any reason you
believe you should not continue the therapy, mention it to your therapist.
Important clues may be derived from reactions, dreams and resistances that
will provide an understanding of your inner conflicts, and help in achieving
your desired goal.
What
is my role in my Hypnotherapy session?
Hypnotherapy is a dialogue between a certified Hypnotherapist and a client.
With your consent and cooperation, the Hypnotherapist will guide you on a
journey within, where you will connect with your subconscious mind to make
positive life changes or to reaffirm life’s path.
Hypnotherapy
is not a substitute for a visit to the doctor, and is not a replacement for
any medical therapies for physical, mental, or emotional ailments. |
