Hypnotherapy

I am trained in Clinical Hypnotherapy. I use hypnosis to help individuals overcome various issues or achieve specific goals. My approach is rooted in the latest research and evidence-based practices, and I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.

As a hypnotherapist, I will guide you through a process of relaxation, visualization, and suggestion, allowing you to access your subconscious mind and reprogram patterns of thought and behaviour that may be holding you back. My goal is to empower you with the tools and techniques you need to take control of your life, overcome challenges, and achieve your aspirations.

In our sessions, we will work together to identify the root causes of your issues, develop coping strategies, and create a personalized plan for achieving your goals. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, insomnia, chronic pain, and others or simply seeking to improve your overall well-being, I am here to support you every step of the way.

Some of the issues I can help with include:

Anxiety and stress management

Anger management

Insomnia and sleep disorders

Pain management

Weight loss and healthy habits

Smoking cessation

Confidence building and self-esteem

Performance enhancement (e.g., sports, public speaking)

Trauma recovery and PTSD

Personal value and meaning exploration

Tab 2/1 How does hypnosis work?

Hypnosis is a changed state of awareness and increased relaxation that allows for improved focus and concentration. It also is called hypnotherapy. Hypnosis usually is done with the guidance of a health care provider using verbal repetition and mental images. It’s commonly believed that in the deep state of focus and relaxation that’s achieved with hypnosis:

1.Your conscious mind is quieted.

2.You’re able to tap into the part of your brain where your thoughts, beliefs, perceptions, sensations, emotions, memory and behaviours originate.

3.In this state, you’re more open to gentle guidance from your hypnotherapist to help you modify or replace the unconscious thoughts that are driving your current behaviour.

Tab 2/2 What are some myths about hypnosis?

Myth: Hypnosis isn’t real. It’s a form of entertainment.

Hypnosis isn’t a stage act or some magical act. Clinical hypnosis is a type of medical therapy that’s often used as part of a treatment plan that includes traditional medical approaches.

Myth: You lose consciousness or have amnesia when you’re hypnotized.

Most people remember everything that happens during hypnosis. You remain aware of who you are, where you are and remember what happened during a hypnosis session.

Myth: You’re under the control of your hypnotherapist when you’re hypnotized.

Your hypnotist or hypnotherapist guides hypnosis, but hypnosis is something you do for yourself. You can’t be made to do anything against your will. You won’t reveal any information that you wished to remain secret. You don’t lose control over your behaviour. Hypnosis makes it easier to experience suggestions but doesn’t force you to have certain experiences.

Myth: Hypnosis is nothing more than deep sleep.

Hypnosis isn’t sleeping. There are some deeper forms of hypnosis that could make you appear to be asleep because your body is very still and quiet, but you aren’t asleep.