THE BASICS

What is hypnotherapy?

A calm, focused state of mind — and a gentle, practical way to work with the patterns that shape how you think, feel and respond.

A BRIEF OVERVIEW

A trance-like state of heightened focus.

Hypnosis — also referred to as hypnotherapy or hypnotic suggestion — is a trance-like state in which you have heightened focus and concentration. It is usually guided by a therapist using gentle verbal repetition and mental imagery. While you are under hypnosis, you typically feel calm and relaxed, and are more open to suggestion.

Hypnosis can be used to help you gain control over undesired behaviours, or to cope better with anxiety or pain. It is important to know that although you are more open to suggestion during hypnosis, you never lose control over your behaviour.

Hypnotherapy can be an effective way of coping with stress and anxiety. In particular, it can help reduce stress and anxious feelings before a demanding or high-pressure situation.

HOW IT CAN HELP

What hypnotherapy may support.

Every session is tailored to you. These are some of the areas where hypnotherapy is commonly used to support positive change.

Confidence

Building a positive, can-do mindset and a stronger sense of self-belief.

Mental wellbeing

Supporting you to manage feelings of anxiety, overwhelm and low mood.

Behaviour change

Working gently with unhelpful habits and patterns that no longer serve you.

Sleep & recovery

Calming an overactive mind to support better, more restorative sleep.

Pain management

Supporting you to manage and cope with different experiences of pain.

Focus & performance

Supporting relaxation, concentration and steadiness under pressure.

Stopping smoking

Support to break the smoking habit and move forward for good.

A healthier relationship with food

Supporting healthier habits and a calmer, more positive approach to eating.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

A quick look at the things people most often want to know — full list on the FAQ page.

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Is hypnotherapy safe?

Yes. Clinical hypnotherapy is widely recognised as a safe, evidence-informed approach when delivered by a qualified, registered practitioner. There are no medication interactions and no side effects in the conventional sense.

Will I lose control or do something against my will?

No. You remain fully aware, in control, and able to end the session at any moment. Hypnosis is a relaxed, focused state — not unconsciousness. You cannot be made to do anything that conflicts with your values.

Will I remember the session afterwards?

Yes. Most people remember the session in full, much the way you'd remember a vivid daydream or a meditative state. Occasionally people drift into deeper relaxation and recall less, which is also normal.

Is hypnotherapy the same as stage hypnosis?

No. Stage hypnosis is entertainment using selected, willing volunteers in a performance setting. Clinical hypnotherapy is a structured therapeutic process designed to support real change in private, confidential sessions.

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