Hypnotherapy
Training in London and Sheffield
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Hypnotherapy
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Hypnotherapy - Frequently Asked QuestionsIn this section we describe what hypnotherapy is. Contents What
is hypnosis? Hypnosis
the ancient art of inducing a trance. Suggestions are offered to the client's
unconscious mind while they are in a suggestible altered state of consciousness.
top We have all
experienced a trance. The most common form is daydreaming. Anyone who
has been deeply engrossed and focused on a single task e.g. a repetitive
task, reading or watching a good film will recognise a similar state.
Another example would be chatting with someone with whom you have good
rapport and losing track of time. Hypnotherapists deliberately induce
this relaxed state for therapeutic gain. top While a client is in an altered state of consciousness their unconscious mind is available to therapy. The unconscious mind is hidden beyond our awareness. In addition to it's more positive aspects, it is where impulses, habits, impulses, negative emotions and memories, and irrational thoughts reside. In most forms of therapy the therapist makes suggestions at a conscious level. The conscious mind, whilst rational, can also be defensive, overly critical, overcome with negative thinking, cynical and not always in the mood for change. When in a trance, the clients' conscious mind relaxes, allowing the therapist to communicate with a more receptive unconscious mind. Hypnotherapy dovetails seamlessly with many other psychotherapies, such as NLP (neuro-linguistic programming), CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) and psychodynamic therapy. top Smokers are well aware (conscious) that smoking is harmful and yet find themselves compelled to smoke. For smokers, conscious awareness of health warnings, increasing social unacceptability, the cost, foul taste and smell on clothes, etc. do not override the unconscious habit. Hypnotherapy and NLP tackle the unconscious desire to smoke. People with
phobias know (are conscious) that the thing they fear is not really a
threat. Still, their unconscious fear rises when the stimulus is present.
Hypnotherapy and NLP build confidence. It can also be used to deal with
causes such as exposure to a frightened parent as a child. top Relaxing,
pleasant and peaceful. Lightness, heaviness or tingling sensations are
often reported. top Hypnotherapy
works for most people and most problems most of the time. Of course, hypnotherapy
is not a 'miracle cure', however, and commitment and effort by the client
is essential. top Normally
1 hour per session. We recommend investing 1.5 hours in your clients on
the first session in the early days of your practice when you are, perhaps,
less efficient, and also for certain presenting issues, such as depression.
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There are
many variables such as client motivation and severity of the issue but
you are likely to see clients for between 1 and 10 sessions and an average
of 4 sessions. top
Hypnosis
and trance are 100% natural and safe. We all experience trance regularly.
A client cannot get 'stuck' in a hypnotic state and they always remain
in control. Clients can choose to go deeper or terminate a trance at any
time. They always remain aware of themselves and their surroundings and
they can speak at any time. NLP is safe. Only untrained or poorly trained
hypnotherapy and NLP practitioners can be unsafe, as with any therapy.
top Of course - hypnotherapy brings many positive ones such as a client feeling more relaxed, realising their potential, problem-solving, feeling happier, less fearful, more content and/or sleeping better! Pins and needles and numbness can occur - not much for a someone to endure to change their life for the better! top
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