Question 1

Can anyone be hypnotised?

Accepted Answer

Yes, most people can. If you can follow instructions and suggestions, you can be hypnotised. You remain aware and in control throughout.

Question 2

What happens when I attend for a session?

Accepted Answer

We'll start by talking about what you'd like support with and what you hope to achieve. Then I will explain the plan of the session so that you know what will happen and what to expect.

Question 3

Are there any dangers?

Accepted Answer

No dangers generally. Although it is always good that they are registered with an accredited body to ensure that they are qualified.

Question 4

How successful is it?

Accepted Answer

If we are talking percentages, then it can be well above 70%. However, this is subject to individual differences and your commitment to making your change.

Question 5

What does it feel like?

Accepted Answer

From my experience and the clients I've asked, it feels a bit odd, 'weird' even; you're aware but not quite at the same time. It's not frightening, actually quite relaxing. Time can feel different too, passing quicker or slower than you'd expect. Everyone loves the feeling afterwards, calm and deeply relaxed. Most people are surprised by how natural and comfortable it feels.

Question 6

How many sessions will I need?

Accepted Answer

I offer an initial consultation/first session where we discuss your specific needs and goals. I would normally recommend 5 session programme. Some people benefit from top up sessions after completing their programme. All of this will be discussed with you and reassessed as you progress through the programme.

Question 7

How frequently will I need sessions?

Accepted Answer

Usually once every 1-3 weeks for the first 3 sessions, then we'll space them out as needed. It depends on your schedule and what works financially, I get that budget often dictates frequency, and we'll work around what suits you.

Question 8

Do you offer discounts?

Accepted Answer

Yes I do.
I offer reduced-fee sessions for NHS staff and Blue Light Card holders
I also reserve two reduced-fee appointments each month for people who would otherwise be unable to access hypnotherapy due to financial circumstances. These places are limited and offered on an individual basis.

Question 9

What can hypnotherapy help with?

Accepted Answer

Hypnotherapy can help with anxiety, stress, chronic pain, confidence, phobias, unwanted habits, and emotional patterns that feel difficult to change. I work with both neurodivergent and neurotypical clients.
Many people come to hypnotherapy because they understand why they're struggling, yet still feel stuck. By working with the unconscious patterns driving those responses, lasting change can become more achievable.

Question 10

Will I lose control during hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

No you won't lose control unless of course that is what you want. Your attention is diverted inwards and you work on the goal that you had come to achieve.

Question 11

Do I need to believe in hypnosis for it to work?

Accepted Answer

No you don't. Surprisingly the people that don't think it would work for them are often those that it is highly effective .

Question 12

Can hypnotherapy help if I have tried other therapies?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can. Sometimes it can reach other parts of you, the subconscious, that may not have been accessed before. Quite a few clients use hypnotherapy as a last resort and are then amazed with the results.

Question 13

Why do I understand my problem and still struggle to change?

Accepted Answer

Your brain and body tend to return to old, tested pathways. They're familiar, comfortable and, at some point, they worked.
The challenge is that a new way of thinking, feeling or responding may be healthier, but it hasn't yet become the default. The default is key.
Hypnotherapy works with the subconscious mind to support that change, helping new pathways become more familiar. Repetition then helps to stress test those changes until they begin to feel natural and trusted.

“I know what I need to do, so why am I still stuck?”