Frequently Asked Questions

A: Hypnosis works by connecting with your unconscious mind directly - we will bypass the “Critical Mind” (the filter). The critical mind is constantly coming up with excuses as to why we don’t need change. We train the conscious mind to look carefully rather than just listening to the Critical Mind to make decisions that get us closer to the positive change we are looking for.

Many people think that with hypnosis you lose control of yourself and that you have to divulge all of your personal secrets. Quite the contrary - hypnosis will guide you to do only what you want to do and you only have to talk about what you want to talk about. You are in a very safe place, and you will feel that way.

You will learn your responsibility for your situation, your actions and how you can remove the blocks to your success - we will remove the “bad files” and replace them with “good files”.

It is very easy to get stuck in what is in the way of your success - “I can’t do it”, “It takes too long”, “I’ll never get better”, “nobody likes me”. All of these are examples of you getting in your own way. Logically, wouldn’t you want to get out of your way? If it was someone else, would you not say: “Hey! - get out of my way!”?

A: To most, it is mysterious - like magic - but actually it is part of your every day life. You are hypnotized by conversation, media, the sounds in your backyard…It is access to the great storage cabinet called your unconscious - everything you’ve been taught is in your unconscious - the good and the bad - the key is that we CAN change what is in the unconscious into positive thoughts - something that can help you get to the actions or thoughts that will help you instead of getting in the way - towards losing weight, quitting smoking, getting a better job, improving your relationships - even the relationship with yourself.

When you have a wound, your body heals it from within - your mind (your emotions - your way of thinking) can also be healed from within, in fact, that is the ONLY way your mind can really be changed.

A: No, you do not lose control during hypnosis. While you might enter a state of heightened focus and suggestibility, you remain conscious, aware, and in control of your own actions. Hypnosis is a collaborative process, and you can choose to accept or reject suggestions.

A: Hypnotherapy is generally considered safe when performed by a trained and certified therapist. It's a complementary and alternative medical treatment that has been recognized by organizations like the American Psychological Association and American Medical Association. In a few cases, clients may experience light headache or fatigue.

A: No, you will not automatically reveal secrets under hypnosis. You remain in control and can choose to resist or withhold information. Hypnosis is a state of heightened focus and relaxation, but it doesn't erase free will or force you to disclose anything you don't want to.

A: No, you are not asleep during hypnosis; you are in a state of deep relaxation and focused attention. While it may feel like drifting towards sleep, you remain conscious, aware, and can remember what happens during the session. Hypnosis involves a shift in brain activity, creating receptiveness to new ideas, but you are not unconscious.

A: Contrary to what you might see in movies or during a hypnotist stage act, people don't lose control over their behavior during hypnosis. They usually remain aware during a session and remember what happens.

A: The number of hypnosis sessions needed varies greatly depending on the individual and the nature of the issues being addressed. In general, a few sessions may be sufficient for simple issues like stress or anxiety, while more complex issues like trauma or phobias may require 4-12 sessions or even longer. Some people experience positive changes after just one or two sessions, while others may need more time.