Answers to Common Hypnotherapy Questions
Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic practice that uses hypnosis to help an individual reach their goals and achieve desired behavioral changes.
Hypnosis is a deep state of relaxation that involves both the mind and the body. The hypnotic state is a natural state of mind for all humans, such as getting caught up in a book or a movie. Hypnosis helps people with specific challenges like losing weight, quitting smoking, being more confident, overcoming fears and phobias, and more. Legendary hypnotherapist Milton Erickson describes hypnosis as “the loss of the multiplicity of the foci of attention.” This means that when you focus your full attention on one thing, you are not able to focus on anything else.
During your hypnotherapy sessions online via Zoom, you’ll experience a safe, comfortable, and supportive space. Each session is all about helping you relax deeply, so you can tap into your subconscious mind for positive change—it’s a lot like a guided meditation. We personalize everything to focus on your specific goals, ensuring you have a transformative experience that boosts your confidence, clarity, and overall well-being. And don’t worry, you don’t need to share any intimate details to help you achieve the results you’re looking for.
No, actually you will be relaxed, fully aware, and completely conscious during a hypnosis session, similar to a guided meditation or daydreaming. You’ll be able to open your eyes and be “awake” at any time. You are in complete control. Most people feel calm throughout, and many clients report feeling refreshed and really great after their sessions.
No, it is not dangerous. But there are some risks. In the real world, the practice of hypnotherapy is not as scary or powerful as its pop culture depictions. Hypnosis is not a form of mind control—which is impossible to achieve. Clients remain completely awake throughout hypnotherapy sessions and fully recall their experiences. They also fully retain free will. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something the client wants to achieve and, in their relaxed state, that individual is better able to envision and commit to a suggested positive path to change.
Your brain is like a super advanced computer that runs on beliefs and the thoughts you think. This is the basic idea behind NLP or Neuro-Linguistic Programming. It’s a fancy term, but it simply looks at how the words we use (that’s the “Linguistic” part) and our thoughts (the “Neuro” part) can program our actions and feelings (the “Programming” part), kind of like how a programmer writes code for a computer. The concept for NLP originated many years ago by John Grinder and Richard Bandler. These two men studied the working processes of noted therapists such as Fritz Perls (Gestalt), Virginia Satir (family therapy), and Milton H. Erickson, M.D. (medical hypnosis). They thought about how to understand ourselves better and make changes to live better lives.
You can expect a supportive and guided journey toward self-improvement and transformation. Through hypnotherapy and NLP, we’ll work together to unlock your subconscious mind, helping you overcome barriers, enhance personal growth, and achieve your desired changes in life. It’s a collaborative process, focused on harnessing your inner strengths to foster lasting change.
My services are ideal for individuals committed to personal growth and open to exploring their subconscious to initiate meaningful change. If you’re ready to invest in yourself, embrace new perspectives, and actively participate in your transformation journey, you’re the perfect candidate. High-performing and successful professionals often seek my expertise to operate at their peak performance and achieve their very best. Whether you’re aiming to meet personal or professional goals, or preparing for significant events like exams, sports competitions, career transitions, business launches, promotions, public speaking engagements, stage performances, or movie roles, I can help you unlock your full potential.
You’re ready if you have a genuine desire for change and are open to embracing new strategies for personal and professional growth. Being ready means you’re willing to look inward, stay open-minded, and follow the guidance provided during our sessions, which are similar to guided meditations or visualizations. Ideally, it also means being committed to applying the practical tools I’ll teach you and incorporating audio trance recordings from our sessions for ongoing maintenance and lasting success.
Skepticism is natural, especially with something as personal as hypnotherapy. I welcome skeptics to explore this journey with an open mind. Many clients start with doubts but find profound results when they engage fully in the process. I encourage you to schedule a free discovery call to discuss your concerns and learn about my approach.
The discovery call is an opportunity for us to connect and assess whether we’re a good fit for each other. During this free call, you’ll share your goals and challenges, and I’ll explain how my services can help. This no-pressure conversation is crucial for setting the foundation for a successful partnership.
That’s perfectly okay. Transformation is a significant commitment, and it’s crucial that you feel ready and confident in your decision to proceed. The discovery call is a chance to explore possibilities without any obligation. When you’re ready to take the next step, I’ll be here to guide you.
Each session provides you with actionable strategies and insights that you can apply to your daily life. Additionally, you’ll receive ongoing coaching and recordings of hypnosis sessions, enabling you to reinforce the transformative work we do together and continue making independent progress.
I focus on you and your unique goals, tailoring my approach to fit your needs perfectly. By blending hypnotherapy with NLP and mindset coaching, I offer a holistic path to transformation that’s all about you. I’m fully committed to your growth and will be here to support you every step of the way, with empathy and expertise, as you become the best version of yourself.
Like lawyers and doctors, I can’t guarantee specific outcomes, but I will be dedicated and relentless in helping you reach your goals. Most of the people I’ve assisted say it feels like magic—years of stagnation wiped away! They are pleasantly surprised to find that fear, grief, and limiting beliefs are gone, allowing them to feel free. My clients come to me seeking help, and I’ve guided each of them to success because they were open to change and willing to follow my guidance.