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"Our task will be to search continuously for what is new and important, and to make sense of it in terms of who we've been and who we're trying to become." - Margaret Wheatley
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The following links provide an overview of hypnosis, hypnotherapy, and answer several frequently asked questions.
Please also visit my Articles section for further reading.
Introduction to Hypnotherapy
What Is Hypnosis?
More About Hypnosis
Frequently Asked Questions
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FAQ's About Hypnotherapy
What if I cannot be hypnotized?
The vast majority of persons are able to be hypnotized, at least into a light trance. Everyday, you spontaneously go into a light trance, as, for instance, you focus intently on an activity like reading, working on the computer, playing soccer, daydreaming, relaxing, etc. Much useful work can be achieved in a light trance. With practice, most people can achieve a medium state of trance suitable for much of the most powerful therapeutic work.
Will I lose control in Hypnosis?
No, you have complete control and will not say or do anything that is not approved by your subconscious. People who open to the suggestions of stage hypnotists WANT to act or talk in unusual ways.
Will I forget most of what happens while I am in hypnosis?
You will remember most if not all of what you say or what happens to you in hypnosis. On very rare occasions, the subconscious will create a bit of amnesia if, for instance, it believes the conscious mind will dismiss what has arisen.
Will I get "stuck" in hypnosis if I go too deep?
No one has ever gotten "stuck" in hypnosis. At times, the experience is so pleasurable that the client does not want to emerge. But a competent hypnotherapist has the skills to guide you to emerge. Otherwise, you will emerge by yourself in a few moments or go to sleep and wake up later.
What If I do not want to investigate sensitive areas?
Your conscious mind as well as your subconscious will always be asked if it is okay for you to visit those areas and to feel whatever there is to feel. If it is not okay, the hypnotherapist will not invite you to those areas.
What is the basic process?
Usually, there are four main stages: 1) The Interview Stage to clarify the client's issue and gather relevant historical data; 2) The Relaxation Stage, wherein the client, lying or sitting in a chair, is guided to relax in body and mind; 3) The Work Stage, in which the client actually deals with the current issue through a variety of techniques, such as suggestive words, guided imagery, Gestalt dialogue, reframing, regression and many others; 4) The Emergence-from-Hypnosis Stage, whereby the client emerges out of hypnosis and discusses the experience with the hypnotherapist to achieve further integration and closure.
How long is the session? How much does it cost?
Sessions usually last from one to two hours. Sometimes, there is time only for problem clarification and history during the first session. At times one more session is enough to finish the work. As for cost, it varies, depending on the number of sessions needed to achieve a satisfactory outcome for the kind of issue presented.
How will I feel after the session?
Just about everyone will feel more aware, alert, and alive as well as relaxed, rested and refreshed and ready to take the next action steps with his or her life.
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