Hypnotherapy is the use of hypnosis in therapy.
Hypnosis can best be defined as a state of calm in which the conscious mind is relaxed, so allowing communication with the unconscious mind. Communication with the unconscious mind is two way: it provides information, but also receives positive and beneficial suggestions, which are in the interest of the patient.
Part of the skill of a good hypnotherapist is to work with the patient's unconscious mind, suggesting desired changes appropriately. When the conscious and unconscious mind are brought into harmony and balance, the desired results will occur.
It is a familiar feeling as all of us have experienced hypnosis many times before; when we have driven to work only to arrive and wonder how we got there! Essentially, hypnosis is akin to being completely engrossed in something, to the exclusion of all distractions...
Some people describe hypnosis as being halfway being wakefullness and sleep; and it is nearly always a very pleasant experience.
No. There are a number of reasons for this; your unconscious mind will not allow you to do anything that you do not wish to do. There is always a part of you that is alert and vigilant, whether you are awake, in hypnotic trance, or deeply asleep. Your mind will simply reject suggestions which are not in line with your own desires and well-being. Similarly, your unconscious mind will not reveal information that it does not wish to give, or that you are not ready to receive.
Yes, hypnotherapy is safe. It is a naturally occurring state - and what's more, its long-lasting and has no negative side-effects.
Yes; It is essential to have a medical examination with regard to any medical condition over which you have concerns. Furthermore, you should remain taking any medication as prescribed by your doctor and only reduce or eliminate such medication in consultation with your doctor.
Not exactly. The positive and rapid results of hypnotherapy make some people believe that there is some magic involved and that the patient need only sit passively while the therapist conducts hypnotherapy. The truth is that the patient is fully involved at every step of the process. Even though the body is relaxed, the mind is working very hard. The patient is doing a lot of the change work while the therapist guides the patient to his inner resources. It is far from a passive experience. Furthermore, the patient is often given “homework” do to outside of the therapy room, including self-hypnosis, reading and exercises. Therefore, the patient is an active participant in the process. The success of therapy will depend on the person’s willingness to fully participate in the process of change.
Yes. All information between therapist and patient is completely confidential. With informed consent, I will make written notes of the sessions. These are for clinical purposes and are used to construct a carefully planned therapeutic strategy. These notes are always kept secure and confidential. Professional and legal requirements determine how long notes must be kept. After that they are destroyed. Confidentiality is essential to successful therapy.
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