Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hypnosis?
A state of relaxation and concentration at one with a state of heightened awareness induced by suggestion. It is a non-addictive power for good and is a natural manifestation of the mind at work.

Are there some people that cannot be hypnotised?
No. (Except mentally handicapped, although of course the degree varies from person to person).

Are any drugs or tablets used?
No.

Will I be aware of what is happening?
Yes. Most people are surprised to remember all that has happened during the therapy.

So I'm not asleep then?
No, you are simply extremely relaxed.

Is there any cause at all for concern?
None whatsoever. Hypnosis is a proven therapeutic aid.

How many visits will I need?
Simple problems, such as smoking, nail biting, slimming, pre-test nerves etc usually require a single session and the success rate is surprisingly high. The more deep-rooted nervous disorders require 'analytical' rather than 'suggestion' therapy which usually consists of 8 weekly sessions.

Can I be influenced to do anything against my will or nature?
No. In fact you would be shocked out of the hypnotic state immediately any such action was suggested to you.

Can 'normal' people be psycho-analysed?
Not only can be, but should be. For an insight into yourself, it has no equal.

C an I bring someone with me into the consultation?
Yes, Of course.

Can you help with medical problems?
If you think your problem may be medical, it is essential that you consult your G.P. first.

Why is it that some therapists take five or six sessions for anti-smoking and you only take one?
There are many reasons why therapists take a different number of sessions, to help with different problems; their training, their experience, their approach to the problem etc. My personal belief is that therapy should be conducted as easily and as quickly as is possible - without taking 'short cuts'.

Which is the top Hypnotherapy organisation in the UK?
There isn't one! . . In the UK no hypnotherapy organisations or training schools have precedence over any of the others (though some claim they do) The largest training school in the UK, is the I.A.H. which has trained thousands of hypnotherapists since it started in 1981, and currently has the largest membership.

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