What is Hypnosis?

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 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 . 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? Smoking, nail-biting and pre-test nerves require between one and three sessions, and the success rate is surprisingly high. Complex feelings may take between six to twelve 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 gives the unconscious mind positive suggestions for your well-being. This enables you to achieve greater self-awareness through your own inner resources.

•  Can ‘normal’ people be hypnotized? Not only can be, but should be. For an insight into yourself, it has no equal.

Typical Reactions

Each of us responds differently to hypnosis. Some expect to be zonked out, others want to remember every detail.

•  I’ve never felt so relaxed

•  It’s not as scary as I imagined, in fact it’s quite normal

•  I don’t really feel hypnotized at all

•  I could remember everything you said   

•  I think my mind must work differently to everyone else

•  Why don’t you hypnotise me more deeply

How can hypnosis help?

The following conditions and symptoms can be successfully treated:

Anxiety - Eating Disorders - Stress - Exam Nerves - Migraines - Insomnia

Relaxation - Fear of Flying - - Panic Attacks - Grief - Goal Setting

Self Confidence - Blushing- Shy Bladder - Paranoia - Slimming - Smoking Nail Biting - Childhood Trauma - Social Fears - Nervousness - Post Natal Depression

Phobias - Self Esteem - Panic Attacks - Sports Motivation and Achievementand many more. Help with other problems can be discussed on a confidential basis.

Sarah Beckitt,

DHP, Dip.Hum.Psych., NLP, Time Line Therapy TM , MIAH

Location: Egham Sports Centre, Vicarage Road and Cloudshill, Virginia Water

Tel: 07815 856816

email: sarah@streamshypnotherapy.com