HYPNOSIS & HYPNOTHERAPY
Much has been written about the state that is termed hypnosis and the attempts to describe it in scientific terms have been many. I would describe hypnosis as an altered state of awareness that allows access to the subconscious mind, having reduced the critical analytical interference of the conscious rationalising processes. The process of inducing hypnosis is in effect a focusing of the conscious part of the mind to a point where an altered state of awareness is achieved. In this altered state, conscious activities can be relaxed to the point where we still hear, but our normal physical abilities are not impaired.
What is Hypnosis?
Unlike stage hypnosis or the Hollywood version, hypnosis is simply a state of deep relaxation. In this state the critical factor is set aside and the desired change is instantaneous.
Can anyone be hypnotised?
Yes. In fact, most people experience hypnosis several times a day. Daydreaming is a form of hypnosis. Also, the state experienced directly on entering and leaving steep is hypnosis.
What does hypnosis feel like?
Because hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness, or awareness, at no time will you be asleep or unaware of what is going on. You will, however, be likely to feel more relaxed than ever before. A feeling of peace, serenity and wellbeing generally accompany this relaxation.
Can I be made do something against my will?
Absolutely not! There is a safeguard in hypnosis. Anything suggested to you in hypnosis that is against your morals, beliefs, religion, ethics, wants or desires will simply be rejected by you. It is impossible for you to be made to to do anything against your will.
What about those stage shows then?
Successful stage hypnosis relies on willing volunteers. Those people have a desire to join in the show and perform. Hypnosis merely helps them to lift inhibitions that they may, ordinarily, have against performing in public.
Will I remember what is said or done, after I come out of hypnosis?
Hypnosis is not an unconscious state, so you will remember what is being said and done. If you have no apparent memory of what is said or done, this is likely to be because you were drifting and daydreaming in your own pleasant thoughts during that part. Generally, with gentle prodding, you will fully remember everything.
Am I giving up control during Hypnosis?
No! You will be in such complete control during the entire session that if anything is said or done that you disagree with, or that you feel is in bad taste, you can simply open your eyes and leave the room. No one can control your mind, except you.
Can only 'weak-minded' people be hypnotised?
On the contrary, while everybody can be hypnotised, those that respond better are people with strong and active minds capable of imagination and mental dexterity. Those that refuse to be hypnotised, generally are exhibiting either a lack of understanding of the subject entirely, or 'weakness' in the form of inflexibility.
Are there harmful after effects?
Again, no. There is not one case on record of anyone being harmed because of, or through, hypnosis. After the session, most people feel relaxed and mellow but in complete control of all of their faculties and able to perform any task or duty such as driving or working. Most people experience a very pleasant energy increase after the session.
HYPNOTHERAPY
Unlike many other psychological therapies, Hypnotherapy is generally considered to be a fairly short-term approach in which beneficial change, should become apparent within relatively few sessions.
One of the reasons why Hypnotherapy is so beneficial and effective is that the hypnotherapist has the benefit of working with the client while they are in a hypnotic state, which means that their normal anxious attempts at understanding and rationalising their symptoms is dulled and so the client is free to open the full resources of their subconscious mind to new and exciting possible alternative solutions to their current and historic difficulties and behaviours.
Without the benefit of the hypnotic state, the client would tend to get lost in the rational processes of their conscious minds and so the outcome while it would eventually be reached, would take a great deal longer to achieve.
In actual practice, most Hypnotherapists will combine hypnotic procedures with other appropriate therapeutic techniques.
Here are some of the benefits of working with hypnosis and hypnotherapy:-
Improved Relaxation
Weight Loss
Smoking Cessation
Pain Management
Fears/Phobias
Alleviate Depression
Stress Management
Increase Success & Self-Confidence
Past Life Regressions
Memory Enhancement
Overcome your fear of Public Speaking
Improve Performance
Gain Better Study/Learning Abilities
Creative Imagery for Healing
Increase Motivation
Gain Control over Addictions/Unwanted Habits
A Hypnotherapy session lasts on average one hour with the exception of the first session which lasts one and half hours, to allow adequate time to take a complete history of the client's challenge with which they need assistance.
COST €80 FOR FIRST SESSION AND €70 PER HOUR FOR SUBSEQUENT SESSIONS.
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