Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy

Hypnosis returns us to a mode of consciousness experienced by children and "primitive" peoples in
which words (left brain) and images (right brain) regain their original strong connection. In this
state, the verbal suggestions of the hypnotherapist act directly on the client's subconscious and can
be used to access and alter deeply buried memories. Hypnotic suggestion is also a powerful
means of creating positive physical changes because of the strong connections between all
the organs of the body.

Is Hypnosis Safe?

Hypnosis has been accepted by the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Psychiatric Association for use by trained professionals. The British Medical Association accepted hypnosis as a viable therapeutic tool in 1958, the same year it was accepted by the AMA.

Hypnosis is never dangerous to you and you will not do something that’s outside of your personal belief system. In fact, you’ve probably already been hypnotized just by your own actions! Have you ever been driving somewhere and suddenly found yourself much further down the road without any memory of driving the extra distance, or watching television so intently that you are no longer aware of the sides of the screen? The act of hypnotizing, is, in effect, the act of intentionally inducing a similar state.

Can Anyone be Hypnotized?

Most people can be guided into trance. Hypnotic ability may be limited by forms of mental illness, drug or alcohol use, or skepticism or fear about hypnosis. Feeling safe and comfortable not only with the hypnotherapist but with the hypnotic process can ease your anxiety and allow a rewarding experience to take place.


		Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Hypnosis returns us to a mode of consciousness experienced by children and "primitive" peoples in which words (left brain) and images (right brain) regain their original strong connection. In this state, the verbal suggestions of the hypnotherapist act directly on the client's subconscious and can be used to access and alter deeply buried memories. Hypnotic suggestion is also a powerful means of creating positive physical changes because of the strong connections between all the organs of the body. Is Hypnosis Safe? Hypnosis has been accepted by the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Psychiatric Association for use by trained professionals. The British Medical Association accepted hypnosis as a viable therapeutic tool in 1958, the same year it was accepted by the AMA. Hypnosis is never dangerous to you and you will not do something that’s outside of your personal belief system. In fact, you’ve probably already been hypnotized just by your own actions! Have you ever been driving somewhere and suddenly found yourself much further down the road without any memory of driving the extra distance, or watching television so intently that you are no longer aware of the sides of the screen? The act of hypnotizing, is, in effect, the act of intentionally inducing a similar state. Can Anyone be Hypnotized? Most people can be guided into trance. Hypnotic ability may be limited by forms of mental illness, drug or alcohol use, or skepticism or fear about hypnosis. Feeling safe and comfortable not only with the hypnotherapist but with the hypnotic process can ease your anxiety and allow a rewarding experience to take place. Copyright © 2008 Ed Robb. All Rights Reserved.