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Wendy Chalk BA (Hons.), MNCH, GHR
Life Changing Hynotherapy, Cock Road, Cotton, Suffolk, IP14 4QH
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Questions
What is hypnosis?
Hypnosis is a deeply relaxed state of being in which the subconscious mind is very receptive to positive ideas and suggestions. Sometimes referred to as ‘trance’, it is not sleep, and you may have an awareness of things going on around you. Being hypnotised is simply a very calming, pleasant experience – in itself very healing for the body, mind and spirit – but also allowing a very narrow focus of concentration. In this relaxed but focused state the subconscious mind easily absorbs helpful information, thus encouraging powerful change within.
Although during hypnosis people tend to have their eyes closed, they can open them whenever they want to, but in most cases they are so deeply relaxed that they would rather not! In fact I have had clients say, on ‘waking’ from hypnosis, they feel as if they have just had a refreshing night’s sleep.
We all go into hypnosis quite naturally without realising it. Have you ever been
driving somewhere, and then on reaching your destination, wonder how you got there?
Have you ever become so absorbed in a film that you lose all track of time? Have
you ever got so involved in a book that you are totally unaware of what is going
on around you? These are all examples of naturally-
What is hypnotherapy?
Quite simply, hypnotherapy is using the state of hypnosis to make therapeutic change by positive suggestion.
Can I get stuck in hypnosis?
You are in complete control and you can ‘awaken’ whenever you want to.
What would you say if I said that I am not sure that I could be hypnotised?
I would say ‘try it’ - you will probably be pleasantly surprised. Each person’s experience
of hypnosis is different. At the very least, you will find that you will benefit
significantly from beginning to allow your mind and body to relax and let go of stress.
And you may be aware of subtle differences in the way you think, feel and behave
after the session.
What should I look for in a hypnotherapist?
It is important that you find a therapist who has been trained by a well-recognised
hypnotherapy body, and as a result has the very minimum of practical skills and knowledge
in the subject. As a student of the East Anglian Institute of NLP and Hypnosis I
have received many months of training with written assessments and case studies,
culminating in a practical exam. In addition I am a member of the National Council
for Hypnotherapy (NCH) and the General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR), the two largest
hypnotherapy organisations in the UK, as well as being on the government initiated
Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC).
It is essential that you feel comfortable with your hypnotherapist, that you feel
able to be open and honest with them and that they treat you with respect and empathy.
It is for this reason that I offer a free, no obligation, half-hour consultation.
