Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique that uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access the subconscious mind. In this state, you’re more open to positive suggestions and can begin to shift unhelpful patterns, beliefs, or behaviours. You’re always in control—it’s not about being asleep or unconscious but rather about being deeply relaxed and focused.
No, absolutely not. You remain fully in control throughout the entire session. Hypnotherapy is nothing like stage hypnosis—you’re not asleep, and you can’t be made to do or say anything against your will. In fact, most people remember everything that was said during the session.
Hypnotherapy can support a wide range of issues, including anxiety, stress, insomnia, chronic pain, smoking cessation, weight loss, phobias, low confidence, and more. It can also be helpful for children and even for enhancing performance or focus in sports, study, or public speaking.
This depends on the issue and the individual, but many clients experience noticeable improvements after just 1–3 sessions. Some goals may take longer, especially if they are deeply rooted or involve multiple factors. Your hypnotherapist will guide you with a personalised plan.
Yes, hypnotherapy is a safe and natural process when conducted by a trained professional. It’s a relaxing experience with no harmful side effects, and it’s suitable for both adults and children. If you have any medical concerns, your therapist may work alongside your healthcare provider.
Most people can enter a hypnotic state—it’s similar to the feeling of being absorbed in a book or daydream. Some may find it easier than others, especially if they are open to the process and willing to engage with the techniques.
There have been numerous studies conducted over the past 20 years showing how effective hypnotherapy can be for many types of problems and conditions. This is true for habit change, psychological conditions, many medical issues, weight control and much more. Medical search sites, such as PubMed, Medscape and WebMD, contain medical journals on successful use of hypnosis and hypnotherapy.
No one can guarantee the outcome of any form of treatment including hypnotherapy and you should be very wary of anyone who guarantees a treatment outcome, in Australia it is illegal to do so. There is no way to be 100% sure that hypnotherapy or any other form of treatment or medication will be effective for 100% of people, hypnotherapy is not like waving a magic wand. However, the majority of clients respond extremely well to hypnotherapy and as with any other modality, what the you bring to any therapeutic encounter is very important. If you are open and positive about hypnotherapy and the process of change, there is no reason why you would not be successful and achieve you goals.
Yes, hypnosis is generally considered safe for children when conducted by a qualified and experienced professional, such as Katina.
In fact, children often respond more quickly and effectively to hypnosis than adults because they have vivid imaginations and are more open to suggestion.
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