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How Hypnotherapy Helps With Stress And Anxiety

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Stress can be defined as a state we experience when there is a mismatch between perceived demands and our perceived ability to cope. Stress can also be defined as an adaptive response by a body to change in the environment. Stress response evolved to enable humans to deal with life-threatening dangers or stressors such as being confronted with a wild animal or perhaps a hostile human. Situations like this required action – the activation of stress response to wither stay and fight or to run away.

Today we hopefully won’t have to face the same dangers as our ancestors but the stress response to demanding situations we face is still with us and our mind and body still prepare for fight or flight when confronted with this equivalent of the wild animal. This is where the problem may begin as activation of the fight or flight response with no physical outlet, such as if we are stuck in a traffic jam and can’t fight it or flee it, or maybe an unfair confrontation in the workplace where once again the response for action may be triggered but we cant vent it by fighting or running away without consequences we would rather avoid. Perhaps both of these events and more are experienced on the same day, perhaps every day, and the stress builds within us until it can damage our health if a solution is not found

Stress isn’t always bad – the stress response was designed to help and protect us and some people even place themselves in stressful situations they know they can handle for excitement and ‘the rush’ as it is often called.

We all experience stress in different ways depending upon our personality type, conditioning and possible training also.

When we face a stressor but perceive we have the ability to deal with it successfully a feeling of success and achievement can be gained. Getting the balance right between good stress to motivate us and encourage us to grow, and our ability to cope with the stress is possibly the key to remaining healthy, positive and active in whatever arena of life we find ourselves.

Our ability to cope with stress can be affected by our diet and the intake of good substances that out body needs to remain strong and flexible and to repair itself when needed. Also we should avoid anything that could cause us to be more stressed or weaker such as drugs, alcohol, smoking etc.

Finally, stress can be external, some event or situation that is causing stress, or internal, attitudes or emotions that lead to stress (anxiety, guilt, low self esteem, fear, etc).

What is the Fight/Flight Response? Why do we still have it?

The ‘Fight or Flight Response’ is a physiological reaction and is the body’s response to a stressor.

Changes in hormones prepare a person to either stay and deal with a stressor or to take flight/run away. This immediate state of alarm is when the body prepares to take action, and in this state a person will be extremely alert to their surroundings but also very anxious and possibly unable to concentrate.

The body will slow down systems not vital in responding to the stressor, such as the digestive system, which is why a person in a fight or flight situation may have a dry mouth and a nervous/upset stomach. The body will make other preparations such as improved cooling for the body as more energy is used and this will result in perspiration.

The fight or flight response is a very old and very basic response and has been with us for a very long time. It was originally a response to danger that would prepare our ancestors to fight the wild beast or the enemy who might suddenly threaten or confront them, or to take flight and literally run away from the danger.

This response is triggered when we send a message of alarm to a part of the brain called the hypothalamus. This area of the brain will then send a signal to the glands to release adrenaline, cortisol and endorphin into the blood stream. Increased levels of adrenaline increase heart rate and blood flow which in turn brings extra oxygen and glucose to the muscles. Cortisol causes an increase in amino-acids and sugars in the blood. Amino-acids are crucial for the repair and recovery of damaged tissues which may occur under stress and the blood sugar adds to the availability of glucose (fuel) for the body.

The release of endorphin, which is a morphine like substance only more powerful, provides the body’s natural tranquilizing system. Pain is blocked and a feeling of euphoria may be experienced, both helping to get the body through the situation it may find itself in due to stress.

We still have this response, as it is still necessary to prepare and protect us in times of alarm, such as being involved in an emergency situation of any kind, or being confronted with any form of potentially life threatening danger.

Once the initial stages of this fight or flight response are over, a person will have a psychological reaction to the stressor which will be based upon many variables including, personality type, conditioning, age, physical and mental ability, and their knowledge relevant to the situation to be dealt with.

It is very often the resulting symptoms of this fight or flight response kicking in that we tend to call a panic attack. what actually happens is that we may be in a situation where we can’t fight or flight, such as a meeting or on a train, and so we become more and more anxious and may feel as though we will pass out, or be sick, or any one of a number of responses. What often happens then,is we find we have a desperate need to urinate, and that is another way the subconscious mind will sometimes attempt to gain our attention and force us to leave the arena in which we find ourselves at the time. It is normally the feeling of not being able to escape, and knowing that we might have this strong feeling to fight or flight that causes much of the anxiety and expectation of problems for most people who find they need help to overcome their problem.

Also, many people….no…that should be most people who suffer from panic attacks and anxiety will normally have the need for some Obsessive compulsive actions in their life…it can often be a type of coping, or controlling strategy.

Why hypnotherapy is totally different from any other form of therapy?

Hypnotherapy is different from any other form of therapy because of the way in which the therapy part happens while one is in hypnosis. Put another way, hypnotherapy is a very effective combination of hypnosis, a trance or altered state of mind and deep relaxation, and the chosen therapy, which might be for example; suggestion therapy, regression, ego states therapy, neuro-linguistic-programming or hypnoanalysis.

Hypnosis allows an individual to enter a state of deep relaxation which in itself is a very useful therapy for combating stress. It also allows one to become calm and focused, as all parts of the mind work together and concentrate on solving the problem at hand, and therefore making the very best use of the chosen therapy as it is applied.

Why it is so helpful in cases of stress, anxiety and panic attacks?

Hypnosis is a state in which the conscious critical faculty is temporarily suspended or distracted and in which all parts of the mind work in harmony for the good of the whole being.

When in hypnosis an individual can become very relaxed and at the same time very aware and ‘sharp’, mentally focused.

For the computer literate, I would liken hypnosis to the ‘safe mode’ on a computer, where if a part of the system is acting up or malfunctioning, placing the system in safe mode allows for investigation and repair to be carried out safely while minimising the risk to the normal operating systems. In some sports it would be like a ‘time-out’, where all parts of the team come together briefly to review the current state of play, to identify where poor choices may have affected the outcomes and to choose a new strategy to move forward with.

In the normal hurly burly of life we seldom have time to take a time out, or to go into safe mode to pull together our resources and to calmly take stock and plan our best way forward. Hypnosis then, is a safe, relaxing state in which we can let go the tensions in and around us for a short period, and in which, if we desire it, a skilled therapist can guide us through the stages of investigation, discovery, planning and repair we may need.

Hypnotherapy therefore provides relaxation (and clients of good therapists learn self-hypnosis so they can find this deep relaxation for themselves) and is therefore useful at even this basic level, as a kind of first aid. The good therapist will help the client to find any repressed emotions, triggers and false instincts from the past that are a kind of out-of-date, erroneous, or maybe just no longer wanted or needed programming, that loops around once triggered to cause us much anxiety and feelings of panic, but we often don’t know why. Following this, the wonderful power of hypnotic suggestion, and Neuro-Linguistic programming techniques will be used to provide new and efficient programming to support moves forward into a much more positive life with a better outlook on everything..

Alan Crisp DHP, is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist has been involved on training and people development for over 20 years and has a full time practice in Southend on Sea in Essex. telephone 011702 300215. alancrisp@hypnoseek.com http://www.hypnoseek.com

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Hypnotherapy For Childbirth

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Hypnosis for child birth is used as a technique as much throughout the pregnancy as it is used during the labour itself. The benefits include a sense of calm and relaxation- and of course the calmer mum can be, the calmer the baby will be during the normally quite stressful experience of being born. This can later influence the ease at which they feed and sleep as a result of a less traumatic birthing experience.

During the pregnancy, hypnotherapy in Hemel Hempstead can be used as a means of mentally preparing the mother for the forthcoming events, offering her suggestions of a calm pain-free experience to come, and a reassurance that she will be able to manage her own levels of pain. The hypnotic experience aided by a hypnotherapist or a hypnotic recording, can help to maintain blood pressure at a safe level during the gestation periods and induce positive beliefs and feelings about the imminent experience as well as offering positive suggestions for things like diet and lifestyle throughout the pregnancy.

During the labour, the trance experience may be used, though not in a deep sleep kind of a way. Instead, the mother will be able to experience the event fully and fell in control during the process. The pain control method reduces the need for medication throughout the experience and ensure that any physical “healing” needs to take place after the labour happens quickly.

In short, anxiety creates tension which can create more pain. Hypnotherapy in Hertfordshire is able to break this cycle with the injection of relation and positive thoughts and attitude. It is well documented that childbirth is a very different experience in other cultures because the expectation of pain does not exist. If you are interested in how hypnotherapy can be helpful for you, please contact our hypnotherapist in Hertfordshire.

Gemma Bailey is a qualified Hypnotherapist and NLP Practitioner based in South East England. She helps patients with a variety of problems. For more information visit http://www.gemmabailey.co.uk

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3 Things You Must Know About How Hypnotherapy Works Before You Try It!

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Firstly, it is essential to know that everyone has experienced the state of hypnosis. For example, when you are absorbed in reading a book and are oblivious to your surroundings, or when you are driving home and realise that you are on automatic, that you are thinking about something else while driving. This daydream state is very much like the state of hypnosis that a therapist helps you achieve.

Just before you fall asleep, (that state between sleep and being awake) and again in the morning when you first wake up, you are in that daydream state. This is the state when your critical faculty steps aside and your subconscious mind comes forward. It is the subconscious that holds the key to change of habits and reinforcement of positive enhancements.By listening to the hypnotherapist’s voice,and his directions the client enters a state of relaxed awareness.

Secondly, all hypnosis is self hypnosis.Contrary to the myths that surround the subject, nobody can make us do anything we don’t want to do. If we refuse to cooperate, then no one can guide us to the state of hypnosis. The hypnotherapist will talk with you prior to the session, about your goal and reason for coming to see him. Together you will decide on precisely what you are looking to achieve or heal. The Hypnotherapist is merely a kind of facilitator between yourself and your subconscious.The client is always in control. If for any reason he decides not to cooperate by opening his eyes or not following the suggestions of the hypnotherapist, the session will simply not be effective.

Thirdly, hypnotherapy is NOT to be confused with stage hypnosis.Hypnotherapy is hypnosis with therapy. Many people have seen stage shows or TV hynosis programmes that have participants doing crazy things. What the public do not see is how the hypnotist, qualifies people before allowing them on the stage. Whilst everyone can be hypnotised apart from the mentally subnormal, young children and epileptics, there is a tiny percentage of the population who are very highly suggestible to hypnosis. Before the show, the hypnotist watches potential participants carefully and runs them through a series of exercises to ascertain which ones are more suggestible. You can be assured that those participants who ‘dance like Michael Jackson’ or cluck like hens, are perfectly aware of what they are doing.

The work of a hypnotherapist is a far cry from the entertainment value of the hypnotist. All genuine hypnotherapists belong to an association that has a strict code of practice. Should the hypnotherapist break this code, he is likely to face dismissal. His work has everything to do with healing and helping the client reach her/his goals.

Duncan Sequeira is a hypnotherapist who works in the London area. Check out his website at http://www.metrohypnotherapy.com

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Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Training for Body and Mind Wellness

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How can self hypnosis and proper hypnosis and hypnotherapy training help you create body and mind wellness? Imagine a really messy house with lots of equally messy rooms in it. This house represents your wellbeing as a whole with each room representing a different aspect of your life; and of course all the clutter represents all your personal issues and problems.

What will be your next move? Will you tidy it up by just shoving all the mess out of sight and making it look nice for when the guests come? Or will you spring-clean it inside-out and from the basement up. Unfortunately, most of us choose the easy way out and go for the short term solution rather than the harder but long-lasting and more effective option.

Simply polishing the windows and counter tops while leaving the cupboards choc-full of junk creates only the impression of wellness, rather than true wellness itself. It’s like dressing up and putting on a bright, happy smile, when in truth you’re not feeling good inside. It’s treating the symptoms of the problem without getting to the root causes – sugar pills for cancer.

True wellness isn’t superficial. It’s feeling happy, balanced and content right down to the core. Reaching this state requires some inner cleaning, it involves pulling out all the closets in your house and weeding out all the stuff that no longer serves you.

This is where self hypnosis through an effective hypnosis and hypnotherapy training comes in.

Self hypnosis helps in clearing out all the old unnecessary junk in your unconscious mind and it begins with understanding that the capacity to change, lies within you. You, and no one else, are the source of your own health and disease. You have the potential to create wellness or illness through the power of your very own mind. Self hypnosis is the tool where you can access this potential, and coupled with your desire to change, transform your relationship with yourself and your life.

You might be asking “how?”. Well you might think that becoming well is a difficult, dragging process, or maybe even that it’s impossible. But the truth is, it’s not only easy and fast, it’s enjoyable and relaxing too! You may not realize it but it actually takes more energy to hold onto your problem and cover up your inner pain with a smile than to just let it all go!

So, how does it work? Here’s a good hypnosis and hypnotherapy training course for beginners. Basically, an effective self hypnosis for wellness routine involves three simple steps:

1) Learning relaxation, breathing and visualization techniques so you can move into a calm, watchful state and simply let go!

2) Using personalized imagery and suggestions, once you are in the hypnotic state, to transform negative problems into positive resources.

3) Planting post-hypnotic cues in your mind while in trance, so your level of wellness continues to increase on a daily basis, even when you are not in self-hypnosis.

How will you know if it’s working? You’ll feel better mentally, emotionally and physically, and will also see obvious changes in your everyday life! You may feel less overwhelmed by work, less bothered by criticism, or more drawn to exercise and more excited about life!

The best part here is, it gets easier as you go along. Just like when you’re done doing your spring cleaning, you only have to focus on keeping your house tidy. The wellness formula is simple, as you transform your relationship with yourself, you transform your relationship with life! Wellness begins and ends with you!

Jec Gonzales is a random guy lucky enough to get exposed to the wonders of body and mind wellness from selfhypnosis.com.

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Hypnotherapy Language Secrets

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Hypnotherapy is at once mysterious and intriguing with many people searching for a supposed ‘hypnotherapy language secret’ to reveal its truth.

The methods that hypnotherapists use to induce behavioral changes have not been written about in great detail and often the ability of a therapist to produce those changes have been hard for even the therapist to describe if required.

In the last 30 years two scientists now recognized by most as having developed the science we know as Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), went on a mission to understand the complexities of the hypnotic techniques of certain hypnotherapists in an attempt to be able to model their behavior and produce similar results in clients of their own.

They have provided us with concrete explanations of some of the inner workings of hypnosis and in doing so given every day individuals the ability to employ to some extent the technology hypnosis offers in their every day lives.

This article will examine the science of hypnosis and attempt to illustrate just a few of its more powerful techniques and principles.

The Map is Not The Territory

Hypnosis is based on the notion that each of us lives our lives in reaction not to what is actual reality but to a model of reality (known as a representation) that over the course of our existence we have created.

This explains why two people can react completely differently when confronted by the same situation. Each person has a set of beliefs, fears, likes, dislikes, wants, experiences, values and thoughts that create a model of the world and of reality to which they often unconsciously adhere.

This is often why communications between two people goes haywire. One person is trying to convey a message from their reality to someone with a completely different reality where every chance exists that the communicator’s message has a completely different meaning! It follows then that habits such as smoking or overeating are the result of behaviors caused by these models we have of reality.

By altering those models, a hypnotherapist can alter behaviour. This is the focus of any type of therapist, whatever their chosen method; to alter a patient’s way of thinking to allow access to a more positive and beneficial type of behaviour.

The only difference is that in the majority of cases, the methods of hypnotherapy are able to achieve the same results in much less time than traditional therapy. The question is how?

Andrew Hansen is an entrepreneur, author and personal development trainer. He runs a website dedicated to personal growth that provides tips, information and advice on attaining the level of success that you’re worthy of in all areas of your life. For more information on hypnotherapy please see hypnotherapy language secret

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What is Hypnotherapy?

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What is Hypnotherapy?

By Karen Branch, Certified Hypnotherapist

Hypnosis . . . for some the very word still conjures up the image of a mysterious figure in a black cape swinging a chained watch before mesmerized subjects’ eyes! Even today, misconceptions about hypnosis abound. With new clients, dispelling the myths around hypnosis is an important starting point. Contrary to those old perceptions, hypnosis will not cause you to bark like a dog, succumb to another’s power over you, or do or say anything you would not normally do.

So, what is hypnosis and the practice of hypnotherapy? Hypnosis is a very safe, natural state of mind that allows you to tap into more of your mind and begin using it to achieve benefits you desire. While in hypnosis, you are deeply relaxed, while at the same time focused and alert. This facilitates communication with your subconscious mind, enabling you to reprogram habit patterns, fear & phobias, limitations and blockages and so much more.

It is estimated that most people only use approximately 12% of the mind’s real capacity. This percentage represents the conscious, intellectual mind. The other 88% is the powerhouse lying in the subconscious mind. This portion of the mind is emotional, subjective and conditioned by experiences and habits patters from the past. It is motivated by just two things: the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain. It’s the area of the brain where the “fight or flight” response lives. The good news is the subconscious mind is very suggestible and responds beautifully to new ideas, images and suggestions, enabling you to make positive changes in your life!

It’s very easy to enter the state of mind known as hypnosis. In fact, you are in a similar state twice a day, every day of your life – just as you are falling off to sleep at night or awakening in the morning. In hypnosis, it is as if you hit the “pause button” between awake and asleep. It’s all based on brain wave activity. Science divides our mind into four categories based on brain wave cycles per second. Beta is wide awake, Delta is deep sleep. In between wide awake and deep sleep are Alpha and Theta, the states associated with deep relaxation, meditation and hypnosis. Just entering into these states regularly promotes peace, well-being and even healing.

Modern hypnotherapy can be applied to many different areas of life. Most commonly, it is known as an excellent method to quit smoking or lose weight. And it can be utilized for so much more. With almost anything you would like to change or improve in your life, hypnosis can be a powerful tool for helping you to reach your goals!

Karen Branch has been a Certified Hypnotherapist in the Atlanta area since 1985. She is the owner of New Attitudes Hypnosis which has helped hundreds of people tap into the power of their subconscious minds and reach their goals. She may be reached at 770-232-9970 or visit her website at www.NewAttitudeHypnosis.com.

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Hypnotherapy training – developing inner-strength

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This script is designed to help hypnotherapists work with clients who are experiencing inner-strength issues.

In using this resource please remember that clients are individuals and you should always tailor your sessions to meet their specific needs. As you build your practice, try not to rely on scripts but instead use them as a way of stimulating ideas and experimenting with language. Attending a well-recognized hypnotherapy course is a good way to develop a wide range of skills and expertise.

Weight management script

And in this wonderful state of physical as well as mental relaxation…  you can be surprised how easy it is… to let your mind wander…  and as you’re wondering where your mind will wander… you can imagine resting peacefully inside a bubble… as the bubble floats gently… over a tranquil meadow.  And I don’t know what colour the bubble is… because this is your bubble… a bubble that is here for you.  And I don’t know what peaceful sounds you might hear… or how wonderfully still the silence can be at times… because this is your bubble… a bubble that is here for you.  And even though at times the bubble bounces softly against the warm grass… it never breaks… because the bubble is strong… and you can rest peacefully knowing at all times… that this is your bubble… and the bubble will protect you… no matter where you travel…

Floating gently now… notices how easily you the bubble can move up… and down… under your control… as you continue to float over the meadow.

And already you can feel… what a comforting effect… being inside the bubble has on your mind… and your body… safe in the knowledge that nothing can hurt you… and that you are in complete control.

And in the bubble you are calm and collected… in the bubble you have all the time you need to think… all the time you need to feel… all the time you need to react… in the way you want to react… to anything outside the bubble…

And I wonder whether you’ve begun to realise that there are no worries inside the bubble… no self-doubt… only the positive and reassuring belief… that you have all the time… and resources you need… to construct your relationship with the world…

And as the bubble continues to float… you can once again be surprised how easy it is to… look down and see yourself… like watching a movie except you can move around and see yourself from different angles… moving up… and down… completely calm… in complete safety… and control…

And because you feel so calm… so safe… so in control… you can imagine now that you’re watching an event from your past… perhaps it’s an event in which you wish you had acted differently…

And you can imagine now… all the ways you might have acted differently… if only the bubble had been there to make you feel calm… and safe… and in complete control…

And as you float gently into the scene… becoming yourself… revisiting the event through your own eyes… your own ears… how wonderfully reassuring it is… to feel yourself reacting… exactly as you want to react… within the safety of the bubble… completely calm… and in complete control…

And you know that even after you wake… as you go about your life after this session… the bubble will remain with you… all you have to do is imagine it… and all harsh words… impoliteness… undue pressures… all negative influences… will bounce off the surface of the bubble… leaving you safe… and calm… and in complete control… giving you all the time you need… to construct your relationship with the world… according to your own rules…

If you are thinking about becoming a hypnotherapist please take time to research the type of accreditation and quality of tuition you will receive. Attending a well-recognised hypnotherapy training course is essential if you want to ensure you are safe and competent to practice.

Kevin Hutchinson is a hypnotherapist, psychotherapist and life coach. He runs a private practice in Northern England and is Principal Trainer for the intensive hypnotherapy courses at the UKTrainingAcademy, providing Hypnotherapy training in Cumbria and Mallorca. Kevin has a background in management consultancy and now divides his time between private clients and corporate assignments.

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Get Rid of your Allergies and Migraine Headaches With Hypnotherapy

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25 years ago I suffered from Migraine Headaches to the point that I would pass out from the headache pain.

At the same time I was seeing an allergist 3 times a week for allergies to grass, dust mites, mold, roses, 13 different plants and trees and 20 other items. I was a mess.

I tried various medications and treatments. None of these helped me. What helped me was Hypnotherapy. It completely eliminated all my headaches and allergies and for over 20 years, now, and I haven’t had even a hint of any problems, since. No drugs or medicine, either.

Americans, today, are suffering from a serious pandemic of diseases associated with dysfunction of the immune system. These include asthma, food and pollen allergies, mold, dust and chemical allergies, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, psoriasis, eczema, and a host of other conditions. Read the list again of these conditions. Notice that all of them are growing rapidly in western civilization. Is there anyone among you who has not suffered from one or more of these conditions?

While Doctors have understood for years that chronic stress in our lives can trigger a wide variety of immune system disorders they don’t always explain to their patients what processes cause the normal stresses of daily life to turn into disease. Nor do they show us how we can deal more effectively with the stresses in our lives to eliminate these processes and the symptoms that result from them.

Hypnotherapy has the answers. Hypnosis is, first and foremost, a state of deep relaxation and peace and thus a premier remedy for stress.

Hypnotherapists know that even the most ordinary stresses can become overwhelming if the subconscious mind clouds these experiences and tasks with negative significance based upon childhood or other traumas.

While many of my clients express skepticism at first about the possibility of accomplishing something so farfetched, one session is all they need to feel the enormous power of the work in their own bodies, in their own beliefs…and in their lives.

If you suffer from Allergies or Migraines, consider eliminating them with Hypnotherapy, as I did.

Dr. Bunny Vreeland – Ventura County Hypnotherapist – Bunny Vreeland serves Camarillo, Oxnard ,Ventura, Thousand Oaks, Ojai, Moorpark and Santa Paula California – Bunny Vreeland provides hypnotherapy solutions for weight loss, hypnosis to stop smoking, IBS, fibromyalgia, stress relief, and more. Dr. Bunny Vreeland can be reached at 800-755-4083 or 805-984-1237 or at www.bunnyvreeland.com.

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The Perceptions of Modern Hypnotherapy

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The old Svengali-like perception of hypnotherapy often associated with mind control is rapidly being replaced by its effectiveness in dealing with a wide variety of psychological and psychosomatic (physical issues confirmed in the mind) issues.

People suffering from negative emotions, bad behaviours and other psychological issues can use the help of a skilfull hypnotherapist to change their patterns and replace them with more positive ones.

Despite its benefits, many people are confused about hypnotherapy and hypnosis in general and they often avoid hypnosis as a potential treatment due to this.

Some of the obvious misconceptions are: –

1.”I fear getting stuck in the state of hypnosis”

This is a very common fear up until today. The good news is that there have been no recorded cases of patients getting “stuck” in the state of hypnosis.

Rarely a person can enjoy the experience of being hypnotized so much, that they appear unresponsive to the hypnotherapist’s instructions to emerge from hypnosis. Other than that, you remain in control; you can – if the need should arise – open your eyes at any point.

2.”I do not wish to be controlled by my hypnotherapist!!”

Many people associate the evil Svengali character who would use his powers to control people, with hypnosis. This is not true whatsoever and the media and stage hypnosis is also partly to blame for this common fear that people have.

It is important to remember that the patient is always in control throughout the hypnosis period and can accept or reject any suggestions that might be passed on by the therapist.

3.”I do not think I can go in to a state of hypnosis”

The ability to go into a state of hypnosis is a skill that can be developed over time. Some people are naturally more talented at hypnosis, just as they may be more talented at music or arts, but everybody can improve their hypnotic abilities with practice.

A skilled therapist will work individually with each client to make sute that they have the right tools and understandings to get the desired results with hypnosis.

4.”Will I still be conscious?”

Contrary to popular belief, many patients report back that they feel more aware and in touch with their surroundings during hypnosis. This is because the mind is very relaxed and still.

5.”Will my therapist know all my secrets?”

Again, this is impossible because as mentioned earlier, patients are always in control throughout the session. The only thing that has been reported by patients is that they feel more accepting and open to the positive suggestions made by their therapist.

This is one of the reasons that materials discovered in a hypnotic state are not admitted in court. A person can lie very easily in hypnosis if they wish to do so.

Once people understand hypnosis better, they are more able to use it effectively as a patient and get better results.

Hypnosis has been developed throughout decades and people are finding it to be more effective then conventional routes in many cases.

Hypnotherapy training course UK can help persons looking to become working hypnotherapists. Training courses are run in London, UK.

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How can an asthmatic benefit from hypnotherapy?

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Asthma is a lung disease that affects over 470,000 people in Ireland to a greater or lesser degree. While there are many theories as to why this is, the most likely causes are either changes in our environment, or else changes in the way our bodies react to the environment.

To date, the medical response to asthma has largely been the prescribing of inhalers and other medications to control the asthma symptoms. And while this approach is vitally necessary, it places an over-emphasis on the body’s role in the asthmatic attack.

Some of the triggering factors with asthma may be learned. What I mean by this is that a person may associate, for instance, stress, with having an asthma attack. Panic and anxiety are well known to increase the severity of asthma attacks, and it is perfectly natural for the person who is having breathing difficulties to feel a certain amount of fear (‘Am I going to die because I can’t breathe?’). These learned tiggers and anxiety based reactions can be helped by hypnotherapy.

I am a qualified hypnotherapist from Cork in Ireland and I can help the asthmatic in a number of ways

I can help you to retrain your breathing to use nasal breathing techniques I can help your subconscious mind to understand that some of it’s triggers are learned and maybe no longer relevant. I can help you to gain control over your asthma attack and to replace feelings of fear with feelings of calm and control. In some cases, I can help you to understand the reasons for the onset of your asthma. This can help some people to overcome their asthma completely

 

Please note, I would always work in conjunction with your GP or asthma specialist and would never recommend to a client that they stop or reduce their asthma medication. My clients safety is my uppermost concern, and I would suggest that you should keep this in mind whatever hypnotherapist you decide to consult in your local area. A reputable hypnotherapist would never suggest any change to your medication.

If you’d like some further information on me or my practice, you can find me on www.accesshypnotherapy.com 

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