Hypnotherapists in Stamford, ENG

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Concept Therapies
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
In addition to my counselling and hypnotherapy, I also use NLP and mindfulness as part of my treatment.
Hi, I'm Sharon and I'm a qualified psychotherapist and hypnotist. I have created a very bespoke therapy room in my garden which provides a calming and confidential atmosphere ensuring that clients feel they can be who they are, and share their thoughts, feelings and express themself in whatever way they need to in this safe space. I work in a very person-centred way which means that the approaches I integrate are based on your specific needs. I will endeavour to help you work towards a happier and easier life by working specifically on your self-worth via breaking down (reflecting on) your thoughts, feelings and actions.
In addition to my counselling and hypnotherapy, I also use NLP and mindfulness as part of my treatment.
Hi, I'm Sharon and I'm a qualified psychotherapist and hypnotist. I have created a very bespoke therapy room in my garden which provides a calming and confidential atmosphere ensuring that clients feel they can be who they are, and share their thoughts, feelings and express themself in whatever way they need to in this safe space. I work in a very person-centred way which means that the approaches I integrate are based on your specific needs. I will endeavour to help you work towards a happier and easier life by working specifically on your self-worth via breaking down (reflecting on) your thoughts, feelings and actions.
01778 300490 View 01778 300490
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Atreyee Goswami
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford PE9  (Online Only)
Have you been struggling to move forward and be “yourself”? Do you feel that you’re running out of time to sort yourself out? If you know you want more but unsure of how to reach it you’re in the right place! You might need support to gain a clearer understanding of yourself and your situation, and you may not want to do it alone. I can help you work through your problems at your own pace, in a non-judgemental way. You have the space and time to process your ideas and emotions. Your sessions are tailored to your specific needs and requirements. Appointments are via telephone or online via Zoom or FaceTime.
Have you been struggling to move forward and be “yourself”? Do you feel that you’re running out of time to sort yourself out? If you know you want more but unsure of how to reach it you’re in the right place! You might need support to gain a clearer understanding of yourself and your situation, and you may not want to do it alone. I can help you work through your problems at your own pace, in a non-judgemental way. You have the space and time to process your ideas and emotions. Your sessions are tailored to your specific needs and requirements. Appointments are via telephone or online via Zoom or FaceTime.
01780 438058 View 01780 438058
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Kim Thomas
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MHGI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford PE9
As a Human Givens therapist I am trained in the most up-to-date evidence-based approach to counselling and psychotherapy. Human Givens therapy is a safe, fast and a highly effective way to make positive changes in life. With years of experience supporting countless clients I provide reliable practical help for a variety of Issues including •Depression/low mood •Panic attacks •Phobias •Low self-esteem •Self-harming •Eating disorders •Poor concentration •Anxiety and Stress •Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) •Addictions (all kinds) •Obsessions (OCD) • Poor Sleep
As a Human Givens therapist I am trained in the most up-to-date evidence-based approach to counselling and psychotherapy. Human Givens therapy is a safe, fast and a highly effective way to make positive changes in life. With years of experience supporting countless clients I provide reliable practical help for a variety of Issues including •Depression/low mood •Panic attacks •Phobias •Low self-esteem •Self-harming •Eating disorders •Poor concentration •Anxiety and Stress •Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) •Addictions (all kinds) •Obsessions (OCD) • Poor Sleep
01664 494374 View 01664 494374
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Julie Morley Psychotherapist & Stress Consultant
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
Waitlist for new clients
With 16 years full-time experience, I am a well established Personal Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Stress Consultant for women working every week day from my home-office near the centre of Market Deeping near to Stamford and Peterborough. People who visit want to understand their own mind, explore their thoughts and feelings, work out what's going on for them and want to generally feel better. People who visit wish to ease internal conflict, stress and anxiety, mood, improve self esteem and relationships and improve one's sense of wellbeing.
With 16 years full-time experience, I am a well established Personal Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Stress Consultant for women working every week day from my home-office near the centre of Market Deeping near to Stamford and Peterborough. People who visit want to understand their own mind, explore their thoughts and feelings, work out what's going on for them and want to generally feel better. People who visit wish to ease internal conflict, stress and anxiety, mood, improve self esteem and relationships and improve one's sense of wellbeing.
01377 319965 View 01377 319965
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Joan Elizabeth Carter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
Waitlist for new clients
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 25 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 25 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
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Aaron Beeken
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
People come to see me to experience a safe and supportive place to talk so they can begin to feel better. I am well attuned in providing effective talking therapy for a wide range of difficulties and issues that people can experience in life. I work full-time in private practice and I offer counselling and psychotherapy to individuals from a diverse range of personal backgrounds and contexts.
People come to see me to experience a safe and supportive place to talk so they can begin to feel better. I am well attuned in providing effective talking therapy for a wide range of difficulties and issues that people can experience in life. I work full-time in private practice and I offer counselling and psychotherapy to individuals from a diverse range of personal backgrounds and contexts.
01733 306864 View 01733 306864

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Grace Alexandra Wilder
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Peterborough PE6
Life can be really difficult at times and I am here to offer a safe non-judgemental space to explore what is happening for you, to help you take back control and empower you to move forward. I am a fully qualified personal psychotherapist and counsellor and hypnotherapist working from home. Which provides a warm, safe and friendly environment.
Life can be really difficult at times and I am here to offer a safe non-judgemental space to explore what is happening for you, to help you take back control and empower you to move forward. I am a fully qualified personal psychotherapist and counsellor and hypnotherapist working from home. Which provides a warm, safe and friendly environment.
01778 309976 View 01778 309976
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Halfway Tree Therapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Peterborough PE3
We are all unique and present different ranges of issues requiring highly tailored therapy. As a UKCP accredited, Clinical Integrative Psychotherapist, qualified (with Distinction), at MSc level. I work in a relational/humanistic way, offering myself, my knowledge, and life experience to an extensive range of clients, to encourage growth and healing. Commissioned to work with the Nottinghamshire Police, BAME Crown Prosecution Service, NHS, whilst supporting Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP) and private patients with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma and grief, childhood trauma and relationship issues.
We are all unique and present different ranges of issues requiring highly tailored therapy. As a UKCP accredited, Clinical Integrative Psychotherapist, qualified (with Distinction), at MSc level. I work in a relational/humanistic way, offering myself, my knowledge, and life experience to an extensive range of clients, to encourage growth and healing. Commissioned to work with the Nottinghamshire Police, BAME Crown Prosecution Service, NHS, whilst supporting Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP) and private patients with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma and grief, childhood trauma and relationship issues.
01332 980834 View 01332 980834

Online Therapists

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Daniel Fryer
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London NW3  (Online Only)
I use a highly effective form of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) known as rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT) as well as clinical hypnotherapy (either separately or combined) to help you with a variety of issues including all forms of anxiety, as well as work stress, life stress, anger management, insomnia, IBS, confidence issues and more.
Hello there, I'm a mental health and wellbeing consultant and have been in practicefor nearly 20 years now. I've worked in a variety of settings, including private practice (in both London and Bristol), the NHS, occupational health, private healthcare and The Priory Hospital. I also develop workshops, webinars and live presentations and am the author of two pop psych self-help titles. I bring wit, wisdom and experience into the room. If you need help with your anxiety and stress, including work stress, life stress and burnout, if you want help with your confidence, or in overcoming a life challenge, I can help
I use a highly effective form of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) known as rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT) as well as clinical hypnotherapy (either separately or combined) to help you with a variety of issues including all forms of anxiety, as well as work stress, life stress, anger management, insomnia, IBS, confidence issues and more.
Hello there, I'm a mental health and wellbeing consultant and have been in practicefor nearly 20 years now. I've worked in a variety of settings, including private practice (in both London and Bristol), the NHS, occupational health, private healthcare and The Priory Hospital. I also develop workshops, webinars and live presentations and am the author of two pop psych self-help titles. I bring wit, wisdom and experience into the room. If you need help with your anxiety and stress, including work stress, life stress and burnout, if you want help with your confidence, or in overcoming a life challenge, I can help
0117 325 6775 View 0117 325 6775
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Adam Rothwell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M16
I offer a range of treatment options: Integrative Psychotherapy if you want to incorporate a range of talking therapies tailored to your situation, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing to process trauma and negative life events, Clinical Hypnotherapy and Emotional Freedom Technique for a range of concerns, and Gottman Method couples therapy.
Are you looking to overcome anxiety, low mood, OCD or phobias? Perhaps you want to conquer insomnia, stress or relationship issues... The fact you are researching therapists is a great first step to creating the life you want. I know it can be overwhelming looking for a therapist but is also a rewarding and life-changing experience. It is because of this that I am committed to providing you with an informative, supportive and professional experience. My aim is to provide you with a safe space to reflect on your life and to help you create solutions that will get you to a place of feeling more confident, balanced and content.
I offer a range of treatment options: Integrative Psychotherapy if you want to incorporate a range of talking therapies tailored to your situation, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing to process trauma and negative life events, Clinical Hypnotherapy and Emotional Freedom Technique for a range of concerns, and Gottman Method couples therapy.
Are you looking to overcome anxiety, low mood, OCD or phobias? Perhaps you want to conquer insomnia, stress or relationship issues... The fact you are researching therapists is a great first step to creating the life you want. I know it can be overwhelming looking for a therapist but is also a rewarding and life-changing experience. It is because of this that I am committed to providing you with an informative, supportive and professional experience. My aim is to provide you with a safe space to reflect on your life and to help you create solutions that will get you to a place of feeling more confident, balanced and content.
0161 524 2865 View 0161 524 2865
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Adriana R Talaba
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB24
I practice psycho-therapeutic counseling, hypnotherapy, PICT therapy , psycho-therapeutic coaching and EFT therapy.
I hope you love yourself enough to recognise the things you don’t like about your life and I hope you find the courage to change them.
I practice psycho-therapeutic counseling, hypnotherapy, PICT therapy , psycho-therapeutic coaching and EFT therapy.
I hope you love yourself enough to recognise the things you don’t like about your life and I hope you find the courage to change them.
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Charlotte Davies
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Southwell NG25  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am qualified and Accredited for the following therapies; Counselling & Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Clinical Hypnotherapy and Mind Coaching Sports Psychology.
I am an Accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist qualified in several types of therapy, this is because I believe everyone to be unique with individual treatment needs. I do not believe in a one size fits all approach and therapy is tailored to each individual, couple or family using a variety of skills and experience to help you achieve the life you deserve. I work with adults, children and teens. I am online or by telephone only.
I am qualified and Accredited for the following therapies; Counselling & Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Clinical Hypnotherapy and Mind Coaching Sports Psychology.
I am an Accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist qualified in several types of therapy, this is because I believe everyone to be unique with individual treatment needs. I do not believe in a one size fits all approach and therapy is tailored to each individual, couple or family using a variety of skills and experience to help you achieve the life you deserve. I work with adults, children and teens. I am online or by telephone only.
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Gemma Bailey
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Hemel Hempstead HP1
I have trained practitioners throughout the country who continue to receive training, mentoring and support through People Building and NLP4Kids (for children & young people) using the modalities of NLP, CBT and Hypnotherapy.
I am a therapist and trainer for the People Building and NLP4Kids team. I work with people who have a range of anxiety-related problems such as phobias and persistent negative thoughts. I offer coaching to help people achieve their life goals such as losing weight and stopping smoking.
I have trained practitioners throughout the country who continue to receive training, mentoring and support through People Building and NLP4Kids (for children & young people) using the modalities of NLP, CBT and Hypnotherapy.
I am a therapist and trainer for the People Building and NLP4Kids team. I work with people who have a range of anxiety-related problems such as phobias and persistent negative thoughts. I offer coaching to help people achieve their life goals such as losing weight and stopping smoking.
01628 969885 View 01628 969885
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Benedetta Gattari
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Norwich NR7  (Online Only)
I combine Counselling, hypnotherapy , mindfulness and somatic Yoga practices.
My name is Benedetta, but everyone calls me Bene. I believe therapy is a personal journey of self discovery and acceptance of yourself as a whole. Therapy is a powerful and transformative process. My aim is to help you understand yourself better, walking alongside you and offering guidance in finding your own ways to navigate your mental health journey. I believe you can become empowered to find tools for self healing, find resilience and develop self-trust and acceptance for yourself. I believe that we all have the tools within us to find our way through life's challenges.
I combine Counselling, hypnotherapy , mindfulness and somatic Yoga practices.
My name is Benedetta, but everyone calls me Bene. I believe therapy is a personal journey of self discovery and acceptance of yourself as a whole. Therapy is a powerful and transformative process. My aim is to help you understand yourself better, walking alongside you and offering guidance in finding your own ways to navigate your mental health journey. I believe you can become empowered to find tools for self healing, find resilience and develop self-trust and acceptance for yourself. I believe that we all have the tools within us to find our way through life's challenges.
01603 361500 View 01603 361500
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Claire Ashby
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham B43
I offer specialist Counselling and Hypnotherapy for anxiety, stress, fears and phobias, sleep and confidence.
Lovely to meet you its Claire. Do you experience anxiety, panic or overwhelm? Do you often feel low and depressed? Do you experience panic attacks? Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties? We all go through difficult periods in our life and it can be easy to get stuck in cycles of anxiety and depression. I will work with you to break these negative cycles helping you to overcome the anxiety which is holding you back. I am a experienced and skilled Counsellor and Hypnotherapist, working with you towards creating the life you deserve, a life that is rich and vibrant, where anxiety no longer holds you back.
I offer specialist Counselling and Hypnotherapy for anxiety, stress, fears and phobias, sleep and confidence.
Lovely to meet you its Claire. Do you experience anxiety, panic or overwhelm? Do you often feel low and depressed? Do you experience panic attacks? Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties? We all go through difficult periods in our life and it can be easy to get stuck in cycles of anxiety and depression. I will work with you to break these negative cycles helping you to overcome the anxiety which is holding you back. I am a experienced and skilled Counsellor and Hypnotherapist, working with you towards creating the life you deserve, a life that is rich and vibrant, where anxiety no longer holds you back.
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Sonalle Coaching & Creative Therapies
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
London W1G  (Online Only)
It incorporates Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Human Givens Psychotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, IFS, DBT, CBT, Bodynamic, Neuro-Linguistic Programming & Hypnotherapy.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, stress or trauma? Or do you feel that something is missing, or just isn't quite right? Do you want a fast & effective embodied solution from your home/office without a lifetime of therapy? Then email me... Online sessions only. For a limited time only, I am offering new psychotherapy clients a free 15 min clarity telephone call to see how it feels to work together.
It incorporates Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Human Givens Psychotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, IFS, DBT, CBT, Bodynamic, Neuro-Linguistic Programming & Hypnotherapy.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, stress or trauma? Or do you feel that something is missing, or just isn't quite right? Do you want a fast & effective embodied solution from your home/office without a lifetime of therapy? Then email me... Online sessions only. For a limited time only, I am offering new psychotherapy clients a free 15 min clarity telephone call to see how it feels to work together.
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London Hypnotherapy - Nick Bullock
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
London EC1R
If you’re looking for hypnotherapy in London, or hypnotherapy online, Nick offers a tailored approach at his Central London hypnotherapy clinic, or through his online hypnotherapy service.
Nick is a London hypnotherapist specialising in mental health concerns such as anxiety, panic attacks, depression, insomnia, IBS symptoms, confidence, weight loss, and more. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy focuses on 'how you want to be', instead of 'how you don't want to be', and can help your thinking and behaviours become more focused on how you would like to be right now, and how you wish to be moving forward. Nick can help you reduce your fight/flight response and rewire your brain to adapt to a more calm and measured approach to your life moving forward.
If you’re looking for hypnotherapy in London, or hypnotherapy online, Nick offers a tailored approach at his Central London hypnotherapy clinic, or through his online hypnotherapy service.
Nick is a London hypnotherapist specialising in mental health concerns such as anxiety, panic attacks, depression, insomnia, IBS symptoms, confidence, weight loss, and more. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy focuses on 'how you want to be', instead of 'how you don't want to be', and can help your thinking and behaviours become more focused on how you would like to be right now, and how you wish to be moving forward. Nick can help you reduce your fight/flight response and rewire your brain to adapt to a more calm and measured approach to your life moving forward.
020 3948 3687 View 020 3948 3687
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Mulberry Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury Saint Edmunds IP28
I'll help support you to achieve your goals using bespoke sessions and techniques for you, such as psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, MAP MethodTM, Mindfulness along with relaxation.
If life is feeling overwhelming, or just not in balance for you, and you'll like to feel more in control, less anxious/stressed or exhausted. Whether through daily life issues, challenging life situations, bereavement, or a difficult relationship. Would you like to be listened to, supported, and understood? If so, we can work together to bring more balance, calm, a clearer path, work through challenges and life transitions for a more fulfilled life.
I'll help support you to achieve your goals using bespoke sessions and techniques for you, such as psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, MAP MethodTM, Mindfulness along with relaxation.
If life is feeling overwhelming, or just not in balance for you, and you'll like to feel more in control, less anxious/stressed or exhausted. Whether through daily life issues, challenging life situations, bereavement, or a difficult relationship. Would you like to be listened to, supported, and understood? If so, we can work together to bring more balance, calm, a clearer path, work through challenges and life transitions for a more fulfilled life.
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Where Is Your Mind? Life Coaching & Counselling
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
London W1H
Methods used include, person centered therapy, Cognitive behavioral approach, Life Coaching, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Meditation and Hypnotherapy.
I am a highly trained Counsellor, Life coach and Hypnotherapist and have worked both in the Charity sector and in Private Practice. I help clients who are experiencing mental health difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues and I also use Psychometric Analysis to develop and improve Executive/business positions and work/life balance. My clients are often looking for a non-judgmental and safe listening space to express their concerns. I help clients pinpoint the root of their issue, use tools and coping mechanisms to improve and implement long term solutions.
Methods used include, person centered therapy, Cognitive behavioral approach, Life Coaching, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Meditation and Hypnotherapy.
I am a highly trained Counsellor, Life coach and Hypnotherapist and have worked both in the Charity sector and in Private Practice. I help clients who are experiencing mental health difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues and I also use Psychometric Analysis to develop and improve Executive/business positions and work/life balance. My clients are often looking for a non-judgmental and safe listening space to express their concerns. I help clients pinpoint the root of their issue, use tools and coping mechanisms to improve and implement long term solutions.
020 4538 3651 View 020 4538 3651
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Janette Houghton
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
Irthlingborough NN9
I am a Psychotherapist and Supervisor and work with people, both neurotypical and neurodiverse, to resolve whatever challenges they are facing. I am trained in proven, effective techniques to deal with a wide range of issues including addiction, phobias and trauma as well as anxiety, depression and many others. I am trained in hypnotherapy which is an invaluable tool for bringing about permanent change. Client: "Janette has liberated me from the pain and misery that has dogged me for decades and am beginning to enjoy life."
I am a Psychotherapist and Supervisor and work with people, both neurotypical and neurodiverse, to resolve whatever challenges they are facing. I am trained in proven, effective techniques to deal with a wide range of issues including addiction, phobias and trauma as well as anxiety, depression and many others. I am trained in hypnotherapy which is an invaluable tool for bringing about permanent change. Client: "Janette has liberated me from the pain and misery that has dogged me for decades and am beginning to enjoy life."
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Hypnotherapy Counsellors

How does hypnotherapy work?

Hypnotherapy works by using guided hypnosis to help you reach a state of focus and concentration through mental imagery and soothing verbal repetition. The state is somewhat like being absorbed in a book, a film, or your own thoughts. You are not under a therapist’s “control,” but they can help you relax and turn your attention inward to discover the resources to achieve behaviour change or better manage psychological concerns. Therapy sessions may involve guiding you through recognising a problem, releasing problematic thoughts about it, and considering and accepting more productive alternatives before returning to normal awareness. Hypnotherapy is typically used by a therapist along with traditional forms of talk therapy. Eventually, your therapist can help you learn hypnotherapy techniques yourself, so you can establish a stronger sense of control on your own in stressful or challenging moments.

Is hypnotherapy the same as hypnosis?

Hypnotherapy, which is sometimes called hypnotic suggestion, is a therapeutic technique in which a therapist uses hypnosis to help patients. It is not the kind of hypnosis portrayed in stage shows, or in movies or on television. You will not be unconscious or asleep during hypnotherapy, you will not lose control of yourself, your thoughts, or your free will, and you will be able to fully recall your experience. And while you will hear your therapist’s suggestions, it is always up to you to decide whether to act on them. Hypnosis by a trained mental-health professional is not a form of mind control, which is impossible to achieve anyway.

Can everyone be hypnotised?

The most common challenge of hypnotherapy is that as many as one in four people cannot be hypnotised. Brain imaging has confirmed differences in patterns of brain connectivity between those who respond to hypnotism and those who do not. Other people who could potentially be hypnotised may not respond to the technique because of their scepticism or resistance to entering a hypnotic state. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something you want to achieve.

Does hypnotherapy work?

Through hypnotherapy, you can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. Like other talk therapy techniques, when hypnotherapy succeeds, it’s a case of mind over matter. Effective hypnotherapy involves self-healing because you access resources you need to change inside of yourself and learn how to tap into them whenever you need. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, stress, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, and undesirable behaviours like smoking. It can be used to help improve sleep or to address relationship challenges, and to aid with pain management, digestive disorders, skin conditions, and the gastrointestinal side effects of pregnancy or chemotherapy.