Hypnotherapy - frequently asked questions


  1. What is hypnosis – it is a natural state where your mind and body are fully relaxed. This allows your subconscious mind to be  more responsive to suggestions to change behaviour. Its such a natural state that you will have entered into it on a regular basis while not realising it.
  2. How does is feel to be hypnotised – this is a very individual experience. Some people will feel heaviness while others will feel as if they are floating. Most people will report that it is a lovely feeling of total relaxation.
  3. Will I be controlled and made to do silly things – No you always have free will. your subconscious is always aware of your safety, morals and strongest inner beliefs. If at anytime anything which is suggested goes against these your subconscious will bring you out of Hypnosis. Think of when you've been sleeping and your woken by a noise – this is your subconscious waking your conscious mind to check all is well.
  4. What will I remember afterwards – its different for everyone, you may remember everything or just certain parts. You will likely recall the areas which will assist you to make the necessary changes which you desire.

HYPNOTHERAPY

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Hypnotherapy can be useful in many ways to assist you in gaining the best possible version of yourself.

If you are in need of some assistance and are unsure if Hypnotherapy can help,

please contact me and we can discuss your individual needs.

I am trained to utilise various styles of Hypnotherapy which enables me to find the correct approach for your individual needs.

The number of sessions you will need to see effective lasting change will depend on the individual and the issue being treated.

Below are a few common areas where hypnotherapy can assist

Anxiety 

Suffering from anxiety can be debilitating and can have a severe effect​ on all aspects of your life. Hypnotherapy c​an assist in changing the way you deal with situations which trigger your anxiety - putting you back in control.

Fears and Phobias

We can develop fears and phobias for many reasons. Sometimes its due to an incident in our lives which we found traumatic or we can learn them from the experiences of those close to us.

The list of things which we can be fearful from is wide and varied.

Weight Management

Are you struggling to stay on track and meet your weight loss goals? Hypnotherapy can assist in changing your relationship with food.

Perhaps there is another reason why you over eat, I can help you explore your thoughts and feelings to enable you to better understand yourself and regain control.

Trouble sleeping

Sleep is an important aspect of our daily lives.

When we experience disturbances in our sleep pattern for a prolonged period of time, it can effect our physical wellbeing and our mental health. 

Hypnotherapy can assist in regaining a beneficial sleep pattern. 

Becoming a non-smoker

We all know the risks of smoking and the effect this has on our bodies. The decision to become a non-smoker can be daunting.

Hypnotherapy can assist in changing your thoughts and give you back control.

Hypnotherapy - frequently asked questions


  1. What is hypnosis – it is a natural state where your mind and body are fully relaxed. This allows your subconscious mind to be more responsive to suggestions to change behaviour. Its such a natural state that you will have entered into it on a regular basis while not realising it.
  2. How does it feel to be hypnotised – this is a very individual experience. Some people will feel heaviness while others will feel as if they are floating. Most people will report that it is a lovely feeling of total relaxation.
  3. Will I be controlled and made to do silly things – No, you always have free will. Your subconscious is always aware of your safety, morals and strongest inner beliefs. If at anytime anything which is suggested goes against these your subconscious will bring you out of Hypnosis. Think of when you've been sleeping and you're woken by a noise – this is your subconscious waking your conscious mind to check all is well.
  4. What will I remember afterwards – its different for everyone, you may remember everything or just certain parts. You will likely recall the areas which will assist you to make the necessary changes which you desire.

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