What is Hypnosis?
Frequently Asked Questions About Hypnosis
Q. What is Hypnosis?
A. Hypnosis is a trance like state that combines focused attention, imagery, and suggestion.
Trance is defined by Webster’s dictionary as “a state of profound abstraction or absorption.” We enter trance states naturally everyday when we are absorbed an activity while tuning out distracting external stimuli. Examples include driving on automatic pilot, reading a novel, or watching a movie.
Q. What is Hypnosis?
A. Hypnosis is a trance like state that combines focused attention, imagery, and suggestion.
Trance is defined by Webster’s dictionary as “a state of profound abstraction or absorption.” We enter trance states naturally everyday when we are absorbed an activity while tuning out distracting external stimuli. Examples include driving on automatic pilot, reading a novel, or watching a movie.
Q. Is Hypnosis Safe?
A. Yes.
Hypnosis is a safe and scientifically proven method used therapeutically for hundreds of years. In the 1800's, British, Scottish, and English surgeons used hypnoanethesia to perform over 3,000 major and minor surgeries. About fifty years ago the American Medical Association recommended hypnosis be taught in medical and dental schools.
In addition to the widespread acceptance of hypnosis in medical and psychological associations, hypnosis has been endorsed internationally by the British Medical Association and the Canadian Medical Association. Hypnosis is used therapeutically around the world in Australia, Italy, South Africa, Israel, and London.
Q. Who Can Be Hypnotized?
A. Everyone can be hypnotized. According to research, the trait most closely linked to hypnotizability is the ability to become deeply absorbed in an activity. Even people who are on the low level of hypnotizability can learn this valuable skill and experience benefits and improvement.
People describe their experience of hypnosis in different ways. Some describe hypnosis as a comfortable state of focused attention. Others report they feel very calm and relaxed.
Q. How does hypnosis work?
A. Hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness in which the mind becomes deeply absorbed and focused, as well as more open and receptive to suggestions. As the mind chatter quiets, the unconscious mind becomes more accessible and responsive to positive suggestions.
Q. How do I find a qualified professional?
A. A qualified clinical hypnotherapist should have advanced clinical training and education in hypnosis and extensive experience applying these skills.
Kiomi has been practicing hypnosis for over a decade and has a master's degree in clinical social work. She has extensive advanced training and education in clinical hypnosis.
A. Yes.
Hypnosis is a safe and scientifically proven method used therapeutically for hundreds of years. In the 1800's, British, Scottish, and English surgeons used hypnoanethesia to perform over 3,000 major and minor surgeries. About fifty years ago the American Medical Association recommended hypnosis be taught in medical and dental schools.
In addition to the widespread acceptance of hypnosis in medical and psychological associations, hypnosis has been endorsed internationally by the British Medical Association and the Canadian Medical Association. Hypnosis is used therapeutically around the world in Australia, Italy, South Africa, Israel, and London.
Q. Who Can Be Hypnotized?
A. Everyone can be hypnotized. According to research, the trait most closely linked to hypnotizability is the ability to become deeply absorbed in an activity. Even people who are on the low level of hypnotizability can learn this valuable skill and experience benefits and improvement.
People describe their experience of hypnosis in different ways. Some describe hypnosis as a comfortable state of focused attention. Others report they feel very calm and relaxed.
Q. How does hypnosis work?
A. Hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness in which the mind becomes deeply absorbed and focused, as well as more open and receptive to suggestions. As the mind chatter quiets, the unconscious mind becomes more accessible and responsive to positive suggestions.
Q. How do I find a qualified professional?
A. A qualified clinical hypnotherapist should have advanced clinical training and education in hypnosis and extensive experience applying these skills.
Kiomi has been practicing hypnosis for over a decade and has a master's degree in clinical social work. She has extensive advanced training and education in clinical hypnosis.