Hypnotherapy & Hypnosis
All hypnosis is really self-hypnosis. It is a natural state of selective, focused attention, and even though it is 100% natural and normal, it remains one of the most fascinating phenomena of the human mind. Our ability to enter this unique state of consciousness opens the door to countless possibilities for healing, self-exploration, and change.
What is hypnosis?
Hypnosis has been in use for thousands of years. There is a great deal of evidence to support the belief that hypnosis was being used by the Ancient Greeks and Romans – for therapeutic benefit – as far back as about the fourth Century BC.
When we enter into the absorbed state of hypnosis, we can use our thoughts, talents and experiences in ways not usually available to us.
How is it used in hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy and Analytical Hypnotherapy are forms of therapy where the hypnotherapist helps the client to enter a state of hypnosis to uncover false and self-limiting beliefs and ideas, often from childhood.
These beliefs can block successful attainment of goals, such as stopping smoking, reducing anxiety or building self-esteem confidence and fulfilment. Through hypnotherapy they can be analysed and reworked so that goals can be more easily achieved.
With the help of a trained analytical hypnotherapy professional, we can develop innate, individual abilities that enable us to make changes in our thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
What can hypnotherapy help with?
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Fear and phobias
Public speaking
Taking tests
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Assertiveness and self-confidence
Building self esteem
Motivation and better living
Public speaking
Taking tests
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Healthier relationships
Trauma healing
Inner child healing
Dealing with issues from the past
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Quitting smoking & other habits
Depression
Healthy living
Insomnia & other sleep disorders
Weight loss
Sexual function
Pain control
Some hypnosis myths
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While many people think that they cannot be hypnotized, research has shown that people are more hypnotizable than they believe.
Fifteen percent of the adult population people is extremely hypnotizable.
About sixty-five percent of the adult population are reasonably hypnotizable
Children tend to be very hypnotizable.
The rest are considered difficult or impossible to hypnotize but may benefit from experiencing deep relaxation.
People who can become easily absorbed in fantasies are much more responsive to hypnosis.
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Despite stories about people being hypnotized without their consent, hypnosis requires voluntary participation on the part of the patient. All hypnosis is really self-hypnosis.
Your conscious mind is still aware, just much less active. While people often feel that their actions under hypnosis seem to occur without the influence of their will, a hypnotist cannot make you perform actions that are against your values or morals. You will remain in control.
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While amnesia may occur in very rare cases, people generally remember most of what occurred while they were hypnotized.
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