What to Expect

What will happen in a session?

Your first session will last about an hour and a half and I will start by taking a detailed case history.  We will then start to talk about Hypnotherapy, for more details on how this may feel, click on the link on the left.
I recognise that every person coming for Hypnotherapy is unique and may experience their problem in different ways, in line with this your Hypnotherapy session will be individually tailored to you.  Many different Hypnotherapy techniques and applications exist and after listening to you for a while I will be able to choose the most appropriate course of action.  I have a professional regard to other therapies and if Hypnotherapy isn’t for you, or you are not motivated I may be able recommend another treatment.
In every session (except the one session stop smoking treatment) you will learn self-hypnosis and I may set you homework to reinforce the session.  These skills aim to benefit you for years to come.

Will I lose control?

No, you will remain in control throughout the session.  Some people choose to zone out and drift away, while others just close their eyes and relax, the feeling may be similar to daydreaming. 
Liken it to driving a car, you are in control of the car and you can take it where you want, a skilful Hypnotherapist will act like the navigator, giving you suggestions on which route to take.

Am I guaranteed to be cured?

Like conventional medicine, Hypnotherapy isn’t a magic cure and offers no guarantees, however if you are motivated to change it can be a very effective catalyst, it is estimated that 85% of the population will respond well to Hypnotherapy.

How many sessions will I need?

The stop smoking treatment is designed to work in one session.  For all other conditions I will be able to give you an estimation after meeting you.  Some amazing changes can take place after just one session however the majority take 2 - 5. 
Some problems may have developed over many years and may take longer to move on.

Can you make me do anything I don’t want to do?

No, nobody will ever do anything against their will.
Stage hypnotists sometimes give Hypnotherapists a bad name by seemingly controlling their victims on stage, I am a Hypnotherapist and it is my job to hand control of your life back to you and rid you of your unwanted behaviour.  You would see me because you want results and that is my aim.

Is Hypnotherapy safe

You are in safe hands with a well-trained Hypnotherapist who follows a code of conduct like myself.