The HypnoTherapist guides the client into a pleasant, very aware and very relaxed state. In this state, the left analytical side of the brain is allowed to rest and relax while the creative right side of the brain is active. While the client is in this hypnotic state, he/she can see and accept alternative, healthy solutions to a particular problem. Hypnosis also helps the mind to create mental and physical changes easily.

What's the Client's Role? 

The client participates actively during the session. While in a state of hypnosis, the client hears everything the hypnotherapist says. They have complete control over the suggestions they accept. Willingness for the suggestion to work must also be present. If the client has the desire, belief and expectancy that hypnosis will work, then hypnosis will work.

There are many techniques used during a session. At the initial visit, a complete intake is performed to gain insight in which technique would work best for each client. With client participation, the technique to be used is chosen. 

What has Science proved regarding Hypnosis? 

There are a number of studies that prove the effectiveness of hypnosis. Research studies show that the clients benefit from hypnosis in a many ways, including reducing stress, anxiety and fear. Studies using PET scans prove that people in hypnosis do experience distinct changes in brain function. PET scans that the Brain waves slow from Beta into Alpha waves. Researches feel that the brain utilizing hypnosis perceives the messages traveling from the body to the brain differently than when the person is not in hypnosis. It is within this hypnotic state that healing can take place.