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Thursday, 21 August 2008
Hypnotherapy - Frequently Asked Questions E-mail
What is hypnosis?
Hypnosis is a state of heightened awareness in which the conscious mind is bypassed, and communication is established directly with the subconscious. In this state, the minds conscious power to reason, make excuses, and rationalize, does not come into play. Top
What are the effects of hypnosis?
Hypnosis is a powerful, safe, and clinically proven means for allowing positive change in your life. Hypnosis guides you into a "Deeply Relaxed State" allowing access to the subconscious mind where all deeply rooted behavior and thought patterns reside. Hypnotic suggestions are then used to uproot negative old thought associations, replacing them with positive new ones, thereby changing behavior. Top
What happens during hypnosis?
During hypnosis, your body and conscious mind are in a relaxed state while your subconscious mind remains awake and receptive to suggestions. You will always be in control, free to except or reject any suggestions given. Top
Will I know what is happening?
Yes, in fact you are more aware of what is happening. Although your eyes are closed your other senses can increase their awareness and sensitivity. Top
Will I be forced to accept suggestions?
No.
Your mind is very protective of you and you will not accept any suggestions that go against your morals or belief system. Top
Is Hypnosis medically approved?
Yes.
Hypnosis has proven to be effective and has been approved by the American Medical Association since 1955. Medical Hypnosis is increasingly recognized as a powerful healing modality with applications in all fields of medicine. Medical Hypnotherapy has been shown to be effective in many areas, including patients undergoing surgery.

Using this technique, patients experience less bleeding, less swelling and overall recovery time is significantly decreased. Top
Is Hypnosis dangerous?
No.
In fact, hypnosis is completely safe, harmless and natural. Top
What is the difference between hypnosis and hypnotherapy?
Hypnosis is thee state that a person experience. Hypnotherapy is using that state for beneficial purposes. Top
So how can being in hypnosis help resolve a problem?
When in hypnosis the body is more relaxed, physically and mentally. When this occurs the mind operates more efficiently and effectively. When the mind and body are relaxed there is better access to memories. We are a product of our memories and past experiences. Sometimes we need to return to a memory in order to resolve what happened for our peace of mind before we can move on in the future. Top
Why does hypnosis work?
Hypnosis re-programs the subconscious mind that contains its own individual program that controls and determines our behavior. Whatever the mind agrees with, the body responds to. Top
Will I do something I don’t want to do?
No. While hypnotized you will not do anything that is against your moral code, belief system, or that would endanger your safety. This is important because if your purpose to stop smoking or loose weight is for anyone other then yourself, it is not going to happen. Top
Can anyone be hypnotized?
Yes. Anyone can be hypnotized as long as they want to be. Once you decide on a plan of action and you are ready to take the steps that will better your life, hypnosis can and will work for you. Therapeutic hypnosis is simply relaxation, relaxation, relaxation. Top
What is self-hypnosis?
This is a state of relaxation that you can achieve that allows you to reinforce the positive suggestions that will help you to overcome whatever problem you are working on. A good hypnotherapist will teach you how to do that as part of your session. The therapist is only the facilitator, your success lies with your ability to understand and utilize the power of your own mind. When you use hypnosis at home or with a therapist, you are simply concentrating and communicating with your own thought process. Top
What does hypnosis feel like?
The universal answer is that it is "a very relaxing and comfortable experience". Top
Can I get "stuck" in hypnosis and never wake up?
No. Hypnosis is a voluntary state that a subject can terminate at any time if they chose. There is no known documented case where a hypnotic subject couldn’t be awakened or was in anyway harmed by the hypnotic state. Top
How many sessions will I need?
This varies from person to person, and according to the type of therapy and issue involved. This can be determined at the consultation, however, most commonly two to four sessions with the exception of weight control, which is suggested six sessions. Top
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