FEQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Hypnotherapy

Hypnotherapy is a meeting of the minds. It is a communication/education process by which the conscious mind and the unconscious mind agree. This is achieved by bypassing the critical faculty and allowing a shift in consciousness to occur. Once this is achieved, selective thinking is established and therapeutic change has begun.

What does it feel like?

Hypnotherapy is a relaxed state of focused awareness. As you go into a trance you will feel your body relax and your mind let go of all tension and stress, but you will remain responsive and will be able to hear and react, as you chose, throughout the experience.

As you begin to relax into a trance you will feel a sensation that can be likened to the feeling of comfort you get right before you drift into sleep.

Can anyone be hypnotized?

As hypnosis is a natural state of being most people can be hypnotised. All that’s required is the ability to follow instructions. Therefore this powerful yet gentle tool can be used to assist anyone aged 8 – 108!

How deep into trance will I go?

There are three main depths of trance. Light, medium and heavy. You will reach the stage that is optimal for you to achieve the results you want

What about stage hypnotism, is that the same as hypnotherapy?

Stage hypnotists are performers. Their goal is to entertain their audience. My goal as a fully qualified hypnotherapist is to facilitate therapeutic change in accordance with your goals. It is important to be aware that you will never do anything against your own will or morals. As a member of The Australian Association for Professional Hypnotherapy & NLP (A.A.P.H.N.L.P), The International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association (I.M.D.H.A) and The Nurses Board of Victoria (N.B.V) I am bound by a strict code of ethics.

What is NEURO-LINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING?

Nuero-linguistic Programming (NLP) is a highly effective method of achieving goals using a process designed through a systemic study of communication and brain functioning.

How many sessions will I need?

The amount of sessions required depends on your desired goals. Your treatment plan will be determined in the first session and I assure you I will help you achieve your goals as efficiently as possible