Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is hypnosis?

Hypnosis is a state of deep relaxation and focused attention. It is a modality used by hypnotists and hypnotherapists to help individuals manage stress, overcome trauma, and change behaviors. Brain scans of people in hypnosis show that brain wave activity moves from a Beta state to an Alpha state and sometimes a Theta state. This pattern of brain activity is also present during meditation.

No, Whatever or whoever hypnotizes you, you always have the power to resist

Relaxing. It’s similar to drifting off to sleep at night, that stage when you are not quite awake and not quite asleep. You may feel a sense of weightlessness or heaviness as all your muscles relax. Everyone experiences it differently, and your hypnotist will be able to reassure you and help you relax and enjoy the experience. Most people are surprised at just how relaxing it is.

Hypnosis can be used to help treat a wide range of issues such as:

  • Fears and phobias
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Skin conditions
  • Migraines
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Panic attacks
  • Tinnitus
  • Fertility
  • Insomnia
  • Lack of confidence

It can also be used as a tool to:

  • Manage pain
  • Improve performance at work or in sport
  • Improve birth outcomes

Using a range of different techniques, your hypnotist will relax you, make you feel comfortable, and work with you toward achieving your goal. After a session, you may feel uplifted, lighter, and very relaxed. Some clients can feel sleepy and some energized after a hypnosis session. Often, change is very subtle, as your hypnotist will be working with your subconscious mind. You may notice a very positive shift in how you are feeling.

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