Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique that uses guided relaxation and focused attention (hypnosis) to achieve a heightened state of awareness. This state can help you access your subconscious mind to create positive changes in thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.
Most people can be hypnotized if they are willing and open to the process. The level of susceptibility varies, but nearly everyone can reach a hypnotic state with the right guidance.
No. You remain in control throughout the session. You cannot be made to do anything against your will or reveal anything you don’t want to.
Yes. Virtual hypnotherapy via Zoom or phone is just as effective as in-person sessions when conducted in a quiet, safe space.
No. Hypnosis is not sleep. You are deeply relaxed, but fully aware and in control. Many people describe it as similar to daydreaming or being very focused on a task.
Yes, hypnotherapy is safe when conducted by a trained and ethical practitioner. It is a natural state that you move in and out of daily (like zoning out while driving or watching TV).
A session usually includes:
A short conversation about your goals
Guided relaxation into a hypnotic state
Positive suggestions or inner work
A gentle return to full awareness
Time to reflect or ask questions afterward
It often feels like a calm, peaceful, and deeply relaxed state. Some people feel light or floaty, while others feel heavy and grounded. You are aware of your surroundings the whole time.
Most people remember everything that occurs during the session. Some may feel like parts are fuzzy or dreamlike, but you are never unconscious.
When done by a qualified professional, hypnotherapy is designed to help, not harm. However, it’s not a substitute for medical or psychiatric treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider for serious mental health conditions.
No, hypnotherapy isn’t the same as stage hypnosis, which is often done as a form of entertainment.
Yes. Virtual hypnotherapy via Zoom or phone is just as effective as in-person sessions when conducted in a quiet, safe space.
No, hypnosis cannot make you do anything you don’t want to do. The individual under hypnosis maintains control and will not act against their moral code.
While belief can enhance the experience, hypnosis can work even if someone is skeptical, as long as they are open to the process.
No, stage hypnosis is typically for entertainment purposes, while hypnotherapy is a serious therapeutic technique aimed at improving health and well-being.
Hypnosis can sometimes help with memory recall, but it won’t erase or make you forget memories against your will. It is often used to help reframe or release negative emotions tied to past memories.
During a session, the therapist will guide you into a relaxed state using verbal cues. Once in a state of hypnosis, they will offer positive suggestions or use techniques to help you address specific concerns.