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What is Hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is clinical hypnosis. It is therapy done to relieve and cure a wide range of
mental and physical disorders while in a state of hypnosis.

What is hypnosis?
Hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness. Hypnosis can be thought of as the link
which forms a bridge between the mind and the body. It is a natural state of mind,
similar to your state of mind when you daydream while performing some routine task.
You are not asleep during hypnosis. All your faculties (except your critical faculty) are
fully functional and you are in control at all times. The hypnotherapist acts as a guide or
facilitator to guide you to a state of deep relaxation. In this state the critical faculty within
your conscious mind is suspended, enabling your subconscious to accept the suggestions
of the therapist without interference from the conscious mind. Because your critical
faculty is suspended, you accept suggestions which you would find nearly impossible to
do under ordinary conditions. Yet you are fully capable of rejecting any suggestion you
are not in agreement with.

What problems can be helped by hypnotherapy?
Almost any problem can be helped by hypnotherapy since almost any problem has an
emotional cause, even cancer. Some common uses for hypnotherapy are: depression, low
self-esteem, anger, guilt, anxiety, stress, lack of confidence, fears, phobias, chronic pain,
weight loss, smoking, 'nerves,' insomnia, nail-biting, infertility, impotence, allergies and
stammering.

Can anyone be hypnotized?
Yes, if you want to. However there are some exceptions. Since hypnosis requires
cooperation between the client and the therapist, anyone who cannot cooperate will not
be a good candidate. This category includes:
1 - Anyone who is mentally deficient in some way.
2 - Children under five years.
3 - Anyone under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
Note: Anyone with a history of epilepsy, even though under control, should never be
hypnotized.

What does it feel like?
You feel warm, comfortable and relaxed. You are aware of your surroundings, aware of
the hypnotist's voice, aware of distant sounds. Yet none of these will disturb you because
you want to be hypnotized, you want to have your problems resolved.

Are there any side effects?
The only side effects are positive ones. You will come away feeling more relaxed and in
control than you felt previously. You will fall asleep easier and your sleep will
be more restful.

How long do the sessions last?
There is no hard-and-fast rule. Depending on the problem, it can take anywhere from one
to two hours or more. The average time is one hour.

How many sessions will I need?
It depends. Some clients need only one session, while others need several. Most people
will see results after three or four sessions.

Can I eat and drink before coming in?
A light meal no later than one hour before you come in is acceptable. Alcoholic drinks should be
avoided for at least four hours prior to a session.

Should I stop my medications and my medical treatments?
No, you should not. Hypnotherapy works hand-in-hand with conventional medical
treatment; it is not a substitute for drugs. Quite often the client finds the need for certain
drugs diminished, especially with stress-related problems.

If visualization is so important in hypnotherapy, what if I can't visualize?
Anyone can visualize. We are all born with the ability, though some may have lost it in
the process of 'growing up.' You can regain the ability through practice. In the meantime we teach you the simple technique of using your imagination to help you ‘see’ through the mind’s eyes once more.

How will I know that I am hypnotized?
You will know by certain tests the hypnotist does to prove to you that you are hypnotized.
These tests are called “convincers” and they do just that—convince you.

If you did not see your question here or you're interested in learning more about
hypnotherapy, e-mail Dr. Suni Rose at www.UTHsuni@aol.com or call (404) 932-3297. Dr. Suni will
be happy to answer your questions and help you decide if hypnotherapy is right for you.

Healing Visualizations - Creating Health through Imagery, by Gerald Epstein, MD