Although Hypnotherapy is totally safe provided it is performed by a competent, qualified and experienced practitioner, those who have never had it as a therapy may have some concerns or questions. Here are some of the more frequent enquiries we receive relating to Hypnotherapy. If you have a query which is not answered here, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Should I tell my doctor I am thinking of seeing a Clinical Hypnotherapist?
If you are being treated for an illness or problem then it is essential you let your GP or specialist know you are considering a complementary therapy. There is a duty of care to the patient which means that the Doctor needs to know what is going on.
If you are not being treated then you can ask your hypnotherapist or GP for their advice.
How many treatments will I need?
That depends on what you need hypnosis for. Many treatments are successful in only 1 or 2 sessions, some need a few more. It is not a long drawn out process though. If you are not seeing the results you want within 1-3 sessions then either Hypnotherapy, or that Hypnotherapist, is not right for you.
Will I be made to do anything I don’t want to do?
No, even assuming the hypnotherapist was inclined to try, your non-conscious would immediately reject the suggestion and you would wake up.
What happens if I can’t be hypnotised?
Everyone has the potential to be hypnotised as it is similar to that state you experience just before you fall asleep at night or wake in the morning.
Success depends upon the rapport you and your therapist build up before you close your eyes and start the process.
Fear of the unknown sometimes means that you will not go as deeply into trance on your first session but this is fine and the treatment will still be effective.
How long does it take to work?
Stopping smoking, for example, is often instant or within the first few hours after treatment. In other situations the non-conscious will start to work on your issues immediately to create your best solution but it may take time for your conscious mind to become aware of the effects.
Do I have to listen for it to work?
Your conscious mind can choose to listen or to wander off, it really makes no difference to the success of the treatment. Your non-conscious mind will hear the message and go and do what it needs to do to create your own personal solution.
How does it work?
No-one really knows for sure but basically your non-conscious mind will receive the messages that it needs to act on and will then go away and create a solution which is uniquely yours.
What are the benefits to me stopping smoking using Hypnotherapy?
You get all the normal benefits of stopping smoking:
After 8 hours – The nicotine and carbon monoxide levels in your blood will have halved.
After 24 hours – Tar will start to clear from your lungs.
After 48 hours – All the Nicotine will have been cleared from your body
After 56 hours – You will find that your senses of smell and taste are improved.
After 72 hours – Your breathing becomes easier and your energy levels will improve.
After 2-12 weeks – You will notice that walking and running are much easier.
After 3-9 months – Breathing problems such as coughs improve.
After 6 years – Your risk of having a heart attack will have halved
Plus
With hypnosis the effects are usually instant and; you will not put on weight; get any substitute cravings; nor have to use chemical substitutes which often have nasty side effects
Can I experience hypnosis for fun?
Sure, you can come for relaxation, improving your confidence/memory, past life regression or a spiritual uplift. There are a number of ways in which hypnosis can benefit you both short term and long term.
