About
Hypnotherapy
Clinical hypnosis or 'hypnotherapy' bears
little resemblance to the antics of the
stage hypnotist we have all seen on television
or at a show. Hypnotherapists do not have
the ability to assert any kind of control
over their clients ( nor would they want
to ) and could not force anyone to strut
around like a chicken - unless the client
had a particular desire to do so!
Hypnotherapy is an extremely safe and relaxing
experience with tailor-made sessions to
address even the most complex, individual
problems. During such treatment the client
remains completely aware of what is happening
of the suggestions being offered by the
therapist and, more importantly, the implications
of such suggestions. Best results are achieved
in an atmosphere of trust and relaxation
so it is incumbent on the hypnotist to fully
explain the process of hypnosis, outline
the methods used and ensure that the client
feels relaxed and confident before entering
an hypnotic trance.
It is important to note that the client
always remains in control and can come out
of the trance at any time.
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Hypnosis has
been used for thousands
of years and has enjoyed
mixed fortunes. Witches
have perished at the stake
for practising the art,
Monsieur Mesmer was publicly
ridiculed for his patented
'Mesmerism' but the true
value of the therapy has
assured its survival to
the present day.
The term 'hypnotherapy'
was coined in the 1970s
when a group of hypnotists
banded together to professionalise
the therapy. It has since
continued to gain in popularity
and respect to become a
valued member of today's
modern complementary therapies.
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