Will I Lose Control?

No matter how deep you go into hypnosis, you will remain in control of the situation. You will be able to talk to the hypnotherapist throughout and bring yourself out of trance at any point. Most people enjoy the pleasant and relaxing state of trance so they have no desire to come out of it.

Can I be made to do something I do not want to?

You cannot be made to do anything you do not want to do. You can hear everything being said. Following the session most people remember all that has happened. Short term memory is stored within the conscious mind, which is often very ‘sleepy’ during the session, but as the unconscious mind will have taken everything…

What will I experience under hypnosis?

Hypnosis will take you into an altered state of awareness, commonly known as trance. Trance is a natural state of deep relaxation and inner focus, those who meditate will recognise that experience. In a normal day we all go in and out of trance quite frequently. In trance the mind turns inwards, where it focuses…

Will I be able to drive following session?

Most of my clients are fine to drive straight after a session. If you do feel a little sleepy, you are welcome to sit in my waiting room until you feel ready to drive. I do allow some time after the hypnosis for you to return to a fully awakened state.

What happens if I do not wake up from hypnosis?

Everyone comes out of hypnosis. Your conscious mind remains aware throughout. You could bring yourself out of trance at any point, but it is such a lovely place to be that it is very unlikely that you would want to. In most cases, I will count you back out of trance so that you return…

Can I be hypnotised?

Everyone can be hypnotised, other than those who have certain types of mental disability. Trance is a natural state and a very enjoyable one. Of course, some people go into trance more easily than others. A willingness from you to be hypnotised helps and speeds up the process. You are more likely to be hypnotised…

Do you work with children?

Yes I do work with children, usually from age 8 upwards. Because I have a range of therapies, just as with adults, I am able to use the most suitable therapies for each child. I have some fantastic therapies which can help children with all sorts of issues such as bullying, exam anxiety, generalised anxiety,…

What is hypnosis?

Hypnosis is a natural state of heightened inner awareness, the conscious mind quietens and allows access to the unconscious mind. The unconscious mind is like a huge, highly organised database of information which gathers information from the time we are in the womb. It works by association; hearing an old song, for example, can take…

Which therapy do I need?

All you need to do is come with the issue you wish to resolve and I will decide which therapies are appropriate. I will often combine therapies within a session but this can very subtle. I can teach you some therapies such as Emotional Freedom Technique giving you wonderful tools to use when you need…