How Does it Work?
A hypnotherapy session includes goal setting, positive reflection and solution focused strategies and typically concludes with hypnosis. This involves relaxation and visualisation techniques to create a relaxed but focused state in during which the subconscious and conscious regions of our brain work in harmony to focus more clearly on a particular goal or area for change. In particular, during a hypnotic trance the mind relaxes and the brains’ focus moves towards the higher cortical areas of the brain where creativity and solution focused thinking occur. This is much more than pure relaxation- the trance which is created is a process very similar to the REM (Rapid Eye Movement) cycle of sleep. The lower regions of our brain, typically associated with anxiety, anger and certain types of less helpful behaviour patterns, can be ‘quietened’ whilst the brains’ resources are directed towards beneficial thoughts and behaviours.
What Else Can I Expect?
Hypnotherapy sessions will include evidence-based methods backed by neuroscience as well as practical tools that you can use between sessions. We will always follow a clear therapeutic structure that you can trust and you can be confident my approach will be calm, non judgemental and encouraging.
What is the first step?
If you are curious about Hypnotherapy, book your initial consultation. This is a one hour meeting either in person or via video call to better understand your hopes from therapy and for me to explain exactly how I work and what to expect from sessions. The good news is this is offered without any pressure or obligation. Just come along and decide for yourself if Hypnotherapy sounds like it may help you. You will also receive life-long access to my hypnosis audio. (*Please note smoking cessation hypnotherapy does not require an initial consultation).