What is hypnosis?

Hypnotherapy uses hypnosis, an altered state of consciousness that we may enter into without even realising it.  If you've ever been so absorbed in a TV programme that you didn't notice someone talking to you, the chances are you were in a level of hypnosis.  In fact, we often slip in and out of hypnosis quite naturally.   Maybe you were driving somewhere and before you knew it you'd arrived, but you didn't recall parts of the journey?  Again, your thoughts were so absorbed in other things, that your 'autopilot' (your subconscious mind) took over - you were 'day-dreaming' - this too was a level of hypnosis.  The Hypnotherapy Birmingham practitioner guides the client into this altered state of awareness by assisting them to relax deeply.

What is hypnotherapy? 

By using the mind's ability to make things seem very real with hypnosis, the Hypnotherapy Birmingham practitioner can help the client to access their memories and feelings, or perhaps to be creative with new thoughts and ideas.  Perspectives on past, present or future events can be encouraged to be be more positive, while past issues can be revisited and perhaps resolved or accepted.  Hypnotherapy is all about working with the client's imagination.

How will I know I am hypnotised?

During a Hypnotherapy Birmingham treatment, most clients say they remain very aware of what is going on.  Often, the daily 'chattering' of thoughts is calmed, and there may be greater clarity of mind.  It is not a simple question of being 'in or out' of hypnosis, it is more about the level of relaxation achieved.

Will hypnotherapy work?

Once deeply relaxed, the client's receptiveness to positive suggestions increases, however, their motivation to change and their level of will-power will be key factors in the success of hypnotherapy treatment.  Sometimes the subconscious mind resists change, particularly where it misguidedly feels the current 'problem' situation serves some purpose.  At Hypnotherapy Birmingham your therapist is trained to explore and to work towards dealing with this.

Can I be made to do things?

A golden rule of hypnotherapy is that all hypnosis is self hypnosis. Put simply, your subconscious mind will only allow the therapist to help you do what you're willing to do, you cannot be made to do anything you do not want to.  If at any point during your treat-ment at hypnotherapy Birmingham you were not comfortable with what was happening, you would always retain an 'over-ride' ability, so that you remain in control.  The intention is always to help and guide you to help yourself. 

What about stage hypnosis?

It could be argued that the people on stage & TV shows who do exactly what the stage hypnotist tells them to, enjoy an excuse to do outrageous things.  They may be just 'that kind of person', and happy to be part of the fun.  Stage hypnotists can be very good at identifying the most willing and compliant subjects, in order to make best use of them.  Remember, 'all hypnosis is self hypnosis', so during a Hypnotherapy Birmingham treatment, you will only allow what you are comfortable with to happen.

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