Hypnotherapy is a powerful and evidence-based therapeutic tool that supports lasting change. Hypnotherapy can assist with weight management, stress reduction, and overcoming fears. It can help you develop healthy habits, improve sleep, enhance emotional balance, and cultivate a deeper sense of calm and well-being.
1. Initial Consultation & Goal Setting
The session typically begins with filling out some paperwork and having a conversation. Your hypnotherapist will:
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Ask about your concerns, goals, and medical history
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Explain how hypnosis works
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Answer any questions or doubts
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Create a plan for your hypnotherapy session
2. Hypnotherapy Session(s)
During your hypnotherapy appointment you will review your goals and information taken during the intake. Next, the hypnotherapist will guide you into a deeply relaxed state. This is often done through:
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Gentle spoken instructions
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Breathing exercises
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Progressive muscle relaxation
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Visual imagery (e.g., imagining a peaceful place)
You’ll still be aware of your surroundings, but your focus narrows and your body becomes very relaxed, similar to a meditative or daydream-like state.
Therapeutic Suggestions
While you're in this calm and receptive state, the hypnotherapist will offer positive suggestions or guided imagery aligned with your goals from your initial consultation.
Examples:
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“You are in control of your choices.”
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“Cigarettes no longer have power over you.”
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“Each breath brings you calm and clarity.”
These suggestions bypass your critical, conscious mind and speak directly to your subconscious where real change begins.
Re-orientation (Waking Up)
Finally, the hypnotherapist will guide you back to full awareness. You may feel:
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Calm and refreshed
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Emotionally lighter
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More mentally clear