What can Hypnotherapy help with?
Exeter Hypnotherapy can help with anxiety, depression anger, insomnia, confidence, phobia, weight control, panic attacks, migraine, unresolved grief, PTSD, blushing, public speaking, tinnitus, exam nerves, jealousy, motivation, OCD, sexual problems, conception, bed wetting, IBS and habits such as smoking, nail biting, stammering, hair pulling, self harming and addictions such as drugs, alcohol, work, sex, gambling and focusing on sport performance, motivation etc.
What is hypnosis? - will you control my mind? - will I do silly things?
No! You remain in control at all times, although you will feel very relaxed. Hypnosis is a natural day-dreaming state that we go into roughly every 7 minutes. You are in an altered state of consciousness where the subconscious mind is receptive and will respond to suggestions made. That's why T.V. adverts are successful as we go into trance when we watch them. You cannot be made to do anything against your beliefs or values.
What happens when I first come and see you?
During the free initial consultation we discuss what you would like to change. I will explain how the mind works in relation to anxiety and depression. This helps you understand why we experience depression, anxiety and anger and how our inappropriate emotions were survival mechanisms in primitive times. I will give you some tips of ways to think differently about your life. I will also give you a hypnosis CD to listen to at home before we meet again. Confidentiality is guaranteed and you will receive professional treatment and the very best of care.
What is the rest of the treatment like?
Every session is structured and positive; concentrating on solutions and finding your unique resources and skills. We will not look at the past and problems, instead concentrating on where you want to be and how to get there. It is relaxing, motivating and enencouraging.How many sessions will it take?
I will give you an estimate on session one, but generally speaking - Smoking is one session of 90 - 120 minutes.
Phobia / motivation / public speaking / exam nerves etc. are 3-5 sessions and other symptoms such as Depression, Anxiety, IBS and panic attacks usually take between 6 - 12 sessions.
You are not committed to a specific number of sessions, although coming regularly at first is necessary as change occurs quicker at the beginning. We can space sessions out to suit us both after this.
How is it different from counselling?
Firstly we do not talk about the past and problems as this often creates more depression and anxiety. I use Solution-Focused Questions to find out where you want to be in your life. Secondly we use hypnosis to cement the new ideas talked about. In this way, the therapy is powerful, achieves results quickly and is future-focused.
How much does hypnotherapy cost?
Each Hypnotherapy session is £65.00. Stop Smoking Hypnotherapy is £150.00 No initial consultation required.
Where do you work?
I work from my studio in Teignmouth and my office in Queen Street in Exeter. I have appointments throughout the week, including evenings and on the occasional Saturday morning.
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