Did you know HYPNOTHERAPY was actually recognised by The British Medical Association in 1955!

At that time, it was recommended that hypnotherapy be taught at Medical and Dental Schools due to it’s therapeutic input.

The Analytical Hypnotherapy Diploma (Dip AH) that I hold is recognised by the General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR) and the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council (GHSC).

I am also a peer group support facilitator for fellow Hypnotherapists in my geographical area and offer 1-1 support for colleagues.

Firstly let me assure you; it is not being either “asleep” or “out of control” AND you cannot be made to do or say anything you do not want to. This is part of the reason that your own motivation is a major key to the success of hypnotherapy – YOU need to want to achieve the results; I just provide the means for you! Relaxation is also needed for the hypnotherapy to be successful.

The hypnotic state is an altered state of mind in which it is possible to communicate with the subconscious mind. It is similar to being in a day dream; you are still conscious but your mind is in an altered relaxed state. It is a pleasant state of calmness and deep relaxation where your concentration and awareness are actually heightened.

Think of the mind in 2 main parts; the conscious and the subconscious. Your conscious mind is where all the logical, pro-active, rational planning and thinking goes on. It deals with logic, reason, mathematics, reading, writing, language, analysis and ego.

The subconscious mind reacts very quickly to physical, emotional, real, remembered or imagined events. It is not always rational or appropriate!! It deals with recognition, imagery, visual, creativity, dreams, synthesis, symbols emotions and id.

Hypnotherapy induces a deeper state of relaxation where the subconscious mind can be receptive to positive suggestion. Each person may experience the state of hypnosis differently so please do not expect to feel yourself suddenly going "under" in a spell like state! Some people feel little more than a deep feeling of calmness and relaxation whilst others report feeling "heavy" and others report feeling "floaty".

It is important to understand what hypnosis is and to relax and concentrate on my voice during your session. This allows me to have the means to also relax the subconscious part of your mind in order for it to be receptive to positive suggestion. Positive suggestion is a positively worded statement or command which is suggested and said to the subconscious mind and aims to assist the change process.

How is the state induced?

There are several ways to induce hypnosis including voice induction; the use of a particular tone and rate of speech and the use of repeated words which are calming and help the brain to become more relaxed and to ease you into a state of tranquillity.

Relaxation techniques are used also and you may be asked to concentrate on your breathing or to imagine a particular vision etc.

Sometimes a means of focus may be used such as a revolving spiral or some other object but don’t be disappointed if this is not used as it is just a variation not a necessity.

Q: Can I be hypnotised against my will?
A: NO! I need your full co-operation in order to provide you with hypnotherapy.

Q: Can anybody be hypnotised?
A: Most people can be hypnotised.

The exceptions are those who are mentally subnormal, very young children, or those who are ‘high’ on drugs or alcohol. Everybody else (who properly co-operates with the process) can be hypnotised.

Obviously, if somebody cannot understand what is required if them, or if they are resisting for some reason, they will have difficulty entering into hypnosis.

The people who respond best to hypnotherapy are those who have great concentration, imagination and who are self determined to achieve the results!

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