Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique that uses the power of the subconscious mind to effect change in human behavior.  Performed by a skilled and trained hypnotherapist, hypnotherapy has been proven effective in such areas as smoking cessation, pain management, performance enhancement and habit control.

During hypnotherapy, the hypnotic state is induced.  This enables changes in perception and memory, and allows an increased response to suggestion.   This state is a completely safe and natural state of consciousness.  While under hypnosis, the subject may experience the feelings of heightened focus or alertness, calmness and relaxation, or even heavy sleepiness.   Every individual’s experience is unique.

Once the subject is in the hypnotic state, a trained hypnotherapist will use various therapeutic tools to guide the subject towards his or her goals.   The hypnotherapist uses suggestions, metaphors and imagery to focus the subject’s subconscious mind on achieving the desired results.

Hypnotherapy can be used for a wide range of vocational and avocational self-improvement goals.   These include conquering fears, changing habits, overcoming grief, stress or anxiety, weight management, sports, school or work performance enhancement, relationship and interpersonal communications issues, and many others.    Frequently a person entering into hypnotherapy may discover that he or she has multiple, sometimes connected issues which need to be resolved.

Is there anything to be afraid of when considering hypnotherapy?  No, hypnosis is a natural healthy state that most people enter easily and comfortably.  Many subjects report feeling a sense of deep and focused calm, and come out of the hypnotic state feeling refreshed, rested and relaxed.   A hypnotherapist cannot make you do something embarrassing or something that you so not want to do.

Hypnotherapy is not a substitute for proper medical care, but is often used as an additional therapy with people who are receiving medical or psychiatric care.  In these instances, the hypnotherapist works with the patient’s doctor and other caregivers as a member of the patient’s medical team.   In the case of diagnosed psychological disorders, a psychiatrist or psychologist may also be involved.

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