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What does hypnosis feel like?
Typically, the effects of hypnosis are an enhanced state of mental and physical relaxation and overall wellbeing. People have stated coming out of hypnosis is like waking up from a long nap, feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.
Am I being controlled while in hypnosis?
You can never be controlled while in the hypnotic state. You are 100% in control of your thoughts and feelings at all times. During the session you are completely aware of what is going on at all times.
How Does it Work?
While much of the science behind hypnosis is still unclear, it works by having a client enter into a deep state of relaxation where you are hyper-attentive to what is being said to you. The theory is that if you can have someone imagine or feel an experience in the hypnotic state that isn't there, you can also replace that image or feeling with one of deep relaxation. Hypnosis works to replace known associations in the subconscious mind with new ones that are beneficial to the changes you want to make in your life.
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While in the hypnotic state, similar to when you fall asleep, your brain wave activity changes, which allows you to become attentive and acutely focused on the suggestions being presented.
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Each suggestion given in the hypnotic state is specially formulated for each client in order to increase the potential for acceptance within the subconscious mind. Everyone's subconscious speaks a unique language, thus if the suggestion for change is not presented in a manner that is conducive to your subconscious it may reject the suggestion.
Will I Remember the Session?
You are always aware of what is going on during the session. Your clinical hypnotherapist is highly trained and bound by a code of ethics governed by the International Board of Hypnotherapist.
Can Everyone be Hypnotized?
The simple answer is yes. However, if you didn't want to be hypnotized, you would never go into the hypnotic state unwillingly. However, clients who resist the hypnotic state, or have an unwilling attitude toward hypnosis, typically don't go into the hypnotic state.
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Hypnosis works best with a client who has an open mind and an emotionalized desire to participate and change get the best results.
How Many Sessions do I Need?
I always like to state to clients that hypnotherapy is not a magic button, and is in fact a therapy that typically does require more than one session to uncover and create the various desired shifts in behaviors. While each person is different in the required amount of sessions, I strongly recommend a minimum of three sessions.
Does Hypnosis Always Work?
There are no guarantees with hypnosis. However, with a strong will to create the changes you want, a willingness to participate, and openness, changes can happen rather quickly compared to other forms of therapy.