What to expect from Hypnotherapy

What can I expect in a consultation with Sarah?
As each individual’s treatment plan is different, so you can expect each treatment experience to vary among sessions and people.  However, Sarah aims to utilise the Consultation session to discuss the individuals thoughts, feelings and responses surrounding each issue, as in depth as necessary.  The individuals’ treatment plan is then devised according to these findings, and the best therapeutic techniques are selected to produce the most favourable outcome for the person.

Hypnosis is usually applied in the first session and subsequent sessions, following a short discussion about the individual’s expectations for the experience and outcomes for the session.  Each session tends to take about an hour, where there is really nothing for the person to do but sit back and relax.  The individual ultimately controls the session, as Sarah guides them through the experience, working through the personalised treatment plan of suggestions.

How many sessions will it take?
Ideally, each session should be one to two weeks apart, although shorter or longer time periods will not deter the success rate of the therapy.  Usually three to four sessions are required, although it is dependant on the individual and the issue, and in some cases further reinforcement in the future may be helpful to maintain the powerful results that hypnotherapy can produce.

Can I be hypnotised?
The hypnotic trance is similar to being in a state of daydream, but instead of being outwardly focused, the individual is more internally focused, and therefore more in touch with their thoughts, memories, and emotions.  For this reason, any willing individual can experience the hypnotic state, although the methods of achieving this state will vary from person to person.

Will I remember everything that happens in the sessions?
The only reason why parts of or an entire hypnotherapy session would be forgotten is if the individual felt completely comfortable with what was being suggested to them.  

Will I lose control of my thoughts or behaviours?
A good rapport between the therapist and the individual is essential to achieving optimal treatment outcomes and as the hypnotherapist guides the person through the session, the individual is always in control of their own hypnotherapeutic experience, their thoughts, feelings and behaviours.  If anything were to be suggested that the individual was not comfortable with, they would have the power to break the trance, or disregard the suggestion at any time.

How much will it cost?
Fees are dependent on the issue to be overcome, including the extent of the hypnotherapeutic work to be done, and tend to be quoted per session.  For a specific price quote, please contact Sarah at sarah@mindseye-hypnotherapy.co.uk or on 07870216691.