What to Expect
Starting any kind of therapy can feel a little daunting, particularly if you have never experienced hypnotherapy before.
My sessions are relaxed, informal and completely tailored to you. There is no expectation that you arrive knowing exactly what you want to say, and you won’t be asked to talk about anything you don’t feel ready to discuss.
We simply start with where you are now, what has been happening and what you would like to feel different.
Your First Session
We will spend some time talking about what has brought you to therapy and what you would like help with.
I’ll ask some questions so I can understand what has been happening, how it is affecting your everyday life and what you would like to change.
There is no need to prepare anything beforehand and you don’t have to tell me your whole life story. We will take our time and focus on what feels relevant to you.
What Does Hypnosis Feel Like?
Hypnosis isn’t about being asleep or losing control. You remain aware throughout and can talk, move or open your eyes whenever you want to.
For many people, it simply feels like a very deep state of relaxation and focused attention.
I will guide you through the process and may use relaxation, imagery and therapeutic suggestions depending on what we are working on. Other therapeutic techniques may also be included where appropriate.
You don’t need to worry about whether you are “doing it properly”. There isn’t a right way to experience hypnosis — you can simply listen and allow yourself to follow along.
Always at your pace
You are always in control of what we work on and how quickly we move. There is no pressure to revisit difficult experiences or talk about anything before you feel ready.
Some sessions may focus mainly on relaxation and helping an overwhelmed mind and body settle. Others may involve more focused therapeutic work. We decide what is appropriate based on you and what you need at that time.
After your session
Everyone responds differently. Some people notice a change quite quickly, while for others progress is more gradual.
You may notice that you feel calmer, think differently about something that previously troubled you, or simply find that situations feel a little easier to manage.
We can talk about anything you noticed at the beginning of your next session and use that to guide what we work on next.
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