Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is a form of complementary therapy. It uses hypnosis, a natural state of mind that we often experience throughout the day. For example, when we are daydreaming, watching television or reading a book. It is a pleasant, safe practice and feels like deep relaxation.
What’s the Initial Consultation?
The Initial Consultation is up to 60 minutes. During this time we will talk about your requirements and goals. I will then discuss with you your tailor made programme, including suitable hypnotherapy techniques.
What will happen in a Hypnotherapy Session?
Following your Initial Consultation, your first hypnotherapy session will usually be a few days later. The beginning of the session starts with a chat to discuss your progress. I will then ask you to prepare yourself for hypnotherapy by lying down or if you prefer you can sit in a chair. Most clients lie down in order to deeply relax. The session will then begin by focusing on a calm breathing technique to settle you down into hypnosis. Then the work begins, I will use the techniques discussed with you. This incorporates an Induction, Deepener, Script and a re-orientation to full wakefulness. You will then be asked to carry out self-hypnosis. This provides an opportunity for a client to make the necessary changes, as well as complementing the hypnotherapy session.
Can I easily come out of Hypnosis?
Yes. If at any time you wish to come out of Hypnosis, simply open your eyes.
How many Sessions will I need?
This depends on what the issue is and underlying circumstances. It will be something that we decide together since some issues are very straightforward and only need one session, where other issues can take much longer. As a guide, six to eight sessions is fairly typical. My approach, is to see how you feel about the number of sessions you need from the beginning. I am very flexible and happy to offer more sessions, or stop early if you’ve met your goals in fewer sessions than we originally planned.
Can you be forced to be Hypnotised?
You can only be hypnotised if you want it, under your own control and cannot be forced to do anything that you do not feel comfortable with.
What does Hypnotherapy feel like?
Hypnotherapy is a pleasant feeling of deep relaxation ~ you are in control at all times. Clients experience feelings of deep relaxation on all levels, calmness, strengthening, focus, grounding and peace. Some people visualise beautiful healing colours and feel pleasantly relaxed and distanced from their bodies in a very safe and comfortable way.
How do you put me into Hypnosis?
I will guide you into hypnosis using relaxation techniques. There is an induction, deepener and then the prepared script is applied with a gentle awakening at the end of the session.
Do I need to do anything?
During the session, you will be guided in to deep relaxation. You will be given practical tasks to do in between sessions, such as effective breathing techniques and self-hypnosis.
Will I feel differently following the Hypnotherapy Session?
The feedback from clients is very positive. Clients often say they have thoroughly enjoyed the sessions and feel wonderfully refreshed, relaxed and comfortable.
Why should I choose Hypnotherapy to help me?
The benefits of receiving Hypnotherapy are amazing. It is a natural, safe practice and can help you in many ways. Clients have sometimes struggled with an issue for many years, eg behaviour patterns that stem from childhood. Hypnotherapy can get to the root cause, help you to address the issue and move your life forward.
Will the Hypnotherapy sessions be linked to my medical records?
Seeking help from a qualified hypnotherapist in private practise is an alternative way. Sometimes clients do not want a certain issue logged on their medical records. There are however, certain medical issues where a GP’s approval will be sought with your consent. Most GP’s are fully supportive of Hypnotherapy and have experience of the wonderful benefits that it can provide.
Is Hypnotherapy safe for Children?
Hypnotherapy for children and young people is considered highly effective and is completely safe. Children tend to respond very well to hypnosis as they are naturally quite imaginative and use their subconscious minds a great deal more than adults do. Hypnotherapy can typically help children with issues such as: Exam nerves, sleep problems, bed wetting, fears, eating disorders and low self-esteem. I am DBS checked for working with children.