What can hypnosis do for you?
About the author
Sarah Beckitt is a registered member of The International Association of Hypno-Analysts. Her company, Streams Hypnotherapy, offers hypnotherapy, NLP, stress counselling, and time line therapy. Streams are based in Egham, UK.
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Going on holiday? Does the prospect of the flight terrify you?
I was recently approached by Chris who had suffered from a severe fear of flying for most of his life. His words bore some familiar hallmarks: he was skeptical as to whether I could help; his doctor had dismissed his problem, telling him to get a grip of himself; and I was his last resort.
Besides being unable to travel with his family on holidays, his fear could be triggered by watching planes on television or by merely thinking of flying. As a professional Hypnotherapist I used some the latest therapeutic techniques to enable Chris overcome his fear and he now joins the ranks of thousands who enjoy flying to and from their holiday destination.
This is just one example of how successful hypnosis can be. More and more people are turning to hypnosis as it is a natural and normal process, and it works. Below are some typical answers to allay some of the fears, mystery and myths surrounding hypnosis.
What is hypnosis? It's an altered state of awareness which allows us to contact a relaxed, responsive state of mind.
Shall I be aware of what's happening?Yes, the predominant feeling of most people is It didn't work for me, I was only very relaxed. You too, will feel very relaxed.
So, I am not asleep then? No, you are extremely relaxed, similar to the moment before you fall asleep at night.
If I'm aware and relaxed could I be influenced to do anything against my will or nature? No, in fact you would be shocked out of the relaxed state immediately any such action was suggested to you. It is inconceivable that any harm could befall on an individual. You are fully in control and will hear everything that is said to you. Indeed, the centuries-old technique of hypnosis is being used increasingly as an adjunct to orthodox medicine, relieving stress and controlling pain.
Are there some people you cannot hypnotise? Most people can change state, some more easily than others. However, I don't treat people who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
How many visits will I need? Smokers need only one visit. Nail-biting and pre-test nerves require between one and three sessions, and the success rate is surprisingly high. Complex feelings may take between four to ten sessions.
So why is it so successful? When you are relaxed the critical part of your conscious mind has relaxed too. Our conscious mind is the part which is logical, analytical and intellectual. We bypass this critical factor to access your imagination and creativity. This is your unconscious mind. The therapist then gives the unconscious mind positive suggestions for your well being. This enables you to achieve greater self-awareness which enables you to tap into your own inner resources.
How can hypnosis help? The following conditions and symptoms can be successfully treated:
- Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Stress Migraines, Insomnia,
- Relaxation, Fear of Flying, Lack of Self Confidence, Blushing,
- Shy Bladder, Paranoia, Slimming, Smoking, Nail Biting,
- Childhood Trauma, Social Fears, Nervousness,
- Post Natal Depression,
- Guilt, IBS, Allergies, Exam Nerves,
- Phobias, Self Esteem, Panic Attacks,
- Sports Motivation and Achievement,
- Goal Setting, Panic Attacks, Grief,
- and many more...
Can normal people be hypnotised? Not only can be, but should be. For an insight into yourself, it has no equal.
Many feelings of dissatisfaction with life, however difficult they are to give a name to, can be completely, successfully and quite quickly treated. Hypnotherapy can help you to shake off inhibiting habits and fears. By exploring thoughts and emotions you can release those things inside yourself but outside your control, leading to a sense of freedom, enlightenment and liberation.
