What is Hypnosis?

Hypnosis is a natural, altered state of consciousness and most people find it very pleasant as it gives them an opportunity to relax deeply and to focus more inward so that beneficial suggestions can be given/communicated to the unconscious mind from the therapist to the client and from the client to themselves, based on the changes the clients want to make to achieve their goals.  It is very much a co-operative experience.

I usually teach Self Hypnosis in the first session as the daily practice of this technique is an effective prescription for helping patients controls their own mind, thoughts, feelings, symptoms and behaviour.

I use hypnotherapy as a tool in stress management and is very successful in reducing the amount of stress. 

Clinical Hypnotherapy

Hypnotherapy means the therapeutic use of hypnosis for treatment and relief of a variety of somatic and psychological symptoms.  During treatment the individual becomes physically relaxed but remains aware and can hear everything the therapist says. Hypnotherapy is pleasant, natural, safe and has no harmful side effects.

How can it help you?

We all have responsibility for our behaviour.  But there are many times when we do not feel in control, when we feel that a particular behaviour or habit is controlling us.  This can include undesirable habits such as smoking, nail- biting, overeating or anxiety problems such as phobias and panic attacks which control our lives to an extent that prevents us from reaching our full potential in life.  Hypnotherapy empowers our subconscious to regain that control and helps to put us back in charge of our lives.

What is Stress?

Stress is created by our own  perception, feelings and reactions to circumstances that are threatening, either real or imagined.  Constant stress leaves the body vulnerable to illness and depression.

Stress affects us in many different ways.  Some people suffer from anxiety, muscular tension, high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, and breathing difficulties.  Others may develop ulcers, bruxism, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation and skin disorders or obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours.  The stress management techniques taught within hypnotherapy e.g. Self Hypnosis teach a complete deep relaxation method which enables you to eliminate negative thoughts and beliefs and develop positive thinking, self worth and assertiveness.

Clinical Hypnotherapy is a goal centred therapy and usually takes 2 -5 sessions to start getting clinical results