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What is hypnosis?

There are many different answers to this question and all of them are correct. Essentially hypnosis is a state of deep concentration coupled with a comfortable feeling of physical relaxation. This sense of “altered consciousness” allows us to explore our own potentials as well as have easier access to memories of the past. Often our conscious mind wants to make a change but our subconscious self does not know this and works against letting that change happen. During hypnosis the conversation between our conscious mind and our subconscious self is active and lively, and they can figure out together how to work on a task. Suggestions seem to be especially easy to follow during this time as you become motivated on many levels. This is why hypnosis is a useful tool for solving problems and affecting our own futures.

What does hypnosis feel like?

The first time you enter into hypnosis you may find that it is a familiar state which you visit often. For instance, close your eyes and take a moment to remember how you feel when you are just about to fall asleep......it is a state of physical relaxation during which your mind becomes very active and creative. It is both enjoyable and completely effortless. Everyone is able to achieve this state because they do it every day, in fact, if you are focused on a bright screen reading this right now you are probably hypnotized to a small degree.

What is hypnotherapy?

Hypnotherapy is similar to having a dream where there is another person there who is able to suggest the content of the dream as well as help to incorporate it into your daily life. Like a dream you can imagine a new future or delve into memories of the past. When you are in hypnosis the suggestions given to you by the therapist feel like wonderful ideas which give you inspiration for new ways to accomplish whatever it is you want to change. Alternatively, if you are exploring your past through regression you will be able to look at your memories through the lens of your older and wiser self. The goals you decide to achieve through hypnotherapy are thoroughly discussed and understood beforehand to help you attain exactly the results you are looking for.