Frequently asked questions:

What is...

Hypnosis is a state of deep relaxation, which allows you to gain access to parts of the brain that not only contain your conscious and unconscious memories, but also your thoughts, beliefs, perceptions, sensations, emotions, and where behaviours originate.  

Hypnosis is also a state where a person is more open to gentle guidance and increased suggestibility, which thereby makes it an effective therapy tool which may lead to an accelerated therapy outcome for you and the personal issues you wish to work on.   

The feeling of hypnosis can be a deeply physically relaxing state as well as a feeling of drifting and floating gently, whereby you may at times consciously hear and remember what is being said, and at other times you cannot hear and remember. Both states are natural and equally effective during therapy. At times clients do fall asleep during their session, however, the treatment is still effective as the client is in a relaxed state during their sleep. 

Being hypnotised does not mean that any control is lost by you, or that personal information that you do not wish to be revealed is revealed. You have full control of this aspect of hypnosis and a therapist cannot force you to do anything that you are not in agreement with. During hypnosis you will be able to open your eyes, move and even walk around.

Any topics addressed and any suggestions given during your session will only be done so via prior agreement with you. 

The effectiveness of hypnosis is depending upon you, your allowance of relaxation and letting go, as well as your general ability to allow hypnosis to be performed on you. As with a lot of things in life, deep relaxation is a skill that can take a little time to learn, but with perseverance, most people can successfully be hypnotised. 

The length of a hypnotherapy session can vary from person to person as well as on the focus of the hypnotherapy session. 

How does...

For Past Life Therapy sessions  where you work on emotional traumas, chronic pains, recurring patterns in your life, hypnotherapy allows you to be in a state of higher understanding and focus, whereby you are able to gain a different perspective of the issues you wish to work on. This helps in discovering the “point of origin” of your problem, thereby allowing for a much deeper healing experience. These sessions are very personalised and can be life transforming. As a follow up you will receive an audio recording of your session which sometimes helps you understand and gain an even deeper insight into your healing journey. These sessions can be up to 4 hours long.   

 

For personalised 1 to 1 sessions where you work on a specific issue, such as anxiety or addictions, hypnotherapy allows you to be in a state of increased focus. 

Hypnotic interventions specifically used for 1 to 1 session are targeted for modifying unwanted behaviours, emotions, and stress responses. This allows for a restructuring of your thought processes leading to long lasting change. 

These suggestions are always discussed with you beforehand and agreed upon and will always be used for your benefit and your healing. These sessions are 60 minutes long. 

 

Whichever session you would like to book, it will include an initial discussion about the issues of concern, as well as a chat about the type of hypnotherapeutic interventions that would benefit you the most. 

 

Your session are all treated with full confidentially.

I thought...

Hypnotherapy is a respected therapeutic practice. It is used to help with emotional healing as well as personal growth, by providing you with a deeper understanding of your healing needs. 

 

I thought that only certain people can be hypnotised?

95% of the population can be hypnotised. However, you must be willing to engage in the process as well as trust the process. Please feel free to ask further questions and I will be happy to answer and explain your personalised session approach with you.  

 

Can I get stuck during hypnosis? 

No, you cannot. You can come out of a hypnotic state anytime you wish to do so. You are generally aware of yourself as well as your surroundings. 

 

Can Hypnotherapy be against my beliefs?

Hypnotherapy does not lean itself towards any particular believe system, which therefore makes it compatible with all belief systems. Hypnotherapy sessions are about self-empowerment and mental wellness.

Afterwards...

After a hypnosis session most people will experience a feeling or relaxation and calmness, feeling at ease and a feeling of tranquillity. It is also normal to feel emotional after a session, as supressed feelings can surface as part of the healing process. 

You will need to allow time for your subconscious mind to incorporate the changes, suggestions, healing, and experiences from your session. This is a gradual process and takes time. The amount of time is different for each person, as you are unique, so is your integration period. 

After your session it is important to stay hydrated, which perhaps can include a light snack. 

And then...

For Past Life Therapy sessions where you work on emotional traumas, chronic pains, recurring patterns in your life, you may find that one session is enough for you and has resolved what needed to be resolved. In some cases, you may feel the need for more sessions. You will know if you require further sessions. This will be entirely led by you.  

For personalised 1 to 1 sessions where you work on a specific issue, you will always receive written acknowledgment of the issue you would like to work on, as well as the amount of sessions that I believe you would benefit from as a therapist. It therefore helps discussing future sessions. 

Feedback is important for you and for me, so I can help you get the best out of your sessions. 

Lastly...

Changes can continue to develop and solidify over the coming days, weeks and months. Be patient with yourself and take the time to observe these gradual positive transformations. 

During that time there are a number of things you can do to help your ongoing healing journey, and we can discuss what would work best for you. You could consider the following though….

Reflective journaling - Writing down your thoughts and feelings after your session can help you track your progress as well as provide insights on your healing journey over time. 

Support networks - I encourage my clients to engage with a supportive network after their session, as this support can be instrumental in your healing journey. This can be friends and family members or joining the Healing a Moment in Time Facebook group to share and discuss experiences.

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