Common myths about Hypnotherapy

Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of stress, anxiety, or bad habits you can't break? You’re not alone. Many people are using hypnotherapy to treat these common issues—and no, it’s not about losing control or swinging pocket watches. So, let’s have a look at what hypnotherapy is, how it works, and the benefits it can offer for anxiety, stress, and more. 

What is Hypnotherapy? 

Hypnotherapy is a type of therapy that uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help you make changes in your thoughts, behaviours, or emotional responses. Unlike the mind control you might see in movies, you’re always fully aware during a session. It’s more like a deep meditation and is a therapeutic approach, that helps you access your subconscious to shift negative patterns and create lasting change, so that you can be a better version of the person you want to be!

How Does Hypnotherapy Work? 

During a hypnotherapy session, I will help you relax deeply, so that you enter a state of heightened focus, which is called a trance. While in this relaxed state, I will use techniques like positive suggestions or visualization to help you address issues like anxiety, bad habits, or stress. It’s like working directly with your subconscious to create healthier thought patterns and emotional responses.

Watch:  A Hypnotherapy Session

Managing Anxiety and Stress
Hypnotherapy can help lower stress by reducing physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat and racing thoughts. With focused relaxation, it can retrain your brain to respond calmly to stressors, making it easier to handle anxiety in daily life.

Testimonial:

“I found the process both calming and healing. I benefited immediately and continue to see results” - Pam, 51

Breaking Bad Habits (Like Smoking or Nail Biting)
Whether it’s smoking, overeating, or nail-biting, hypnotherapy can help you break free from these habits. It helps replace negative behaviours with healthier alternatives, making change feel more natural.

Testimonial:

“Karen was so kind and encouraging that I finally gave up altogether after 35 years of smoking” - Sue, 53

Improving Sleep
Struggling with sleep? Hypnotherapy can help by relaxing your mind and body, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep—without relying on medication.

Myths About Hypnotherapy:

1. Myth: Hypnotherapy is mind control.
Reality: You’re always in control. Hypnotherapy is about relaxation and suggestion, not mind manipulation.

2. Myth: Hypnotherapy only works for some people.
Reality: While everyone responds differently, many people benefit from hypnotherapy for a variety of issues.

3. Myth: Hypnotherapy is just a fad.
Reality: Hypnotherapy has been practiced for centuries and is backed by research for its effectiveness in treating anxiety, stress, and habits.

Is Hypnotherapy Right for You?
If you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, bad habits, chronic pain and other health issues such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), hypnotherapy might be worth considering. It’s a safe, natural treatment that helps you tap into the power of your mind to create lasting change. It is a legitimate, effective tool for improving mental well-being and breaking free from negative patterns. It’s not magic—it’s simply about harnessing the power of your mind to make lasting changes. if you are curious about hypnotherapy and improving your life, give me a call to see if this is the right choice for you.