About Hypnotherapy?Hypnosis, also referred to as hypnotherapy or hypnotic suggestion, is a trance-like state in which you have heightened focus and concentration. Hypnosis is usually done with the help of a therapist using verbal repetition and mental images. When you're under hypnosis, you usually feel calm and relaxed, and are more open to suggestions. Hypnosis can be used to help you gain control over undesired behaviors or to help you cope better with anxiety or pain. It's important to know that although you're more open to suggestion during hypnosis, you don't lose control over your behavior.
Hypnotherapy can be an effective method for coping with stress and anxiety. In particular, hypnosis can reduce stress and anxiety before a medical procedure, such as a breast biopsy.
Hypnosis has been studied for other conditions, including:
Pain control. Hypnosis may help with pain due to burns, cancer, childbirth, irritable bowel syndrome, fibromyalgia, temporomandibular joint problems, dental procedures and headaches.Hot flashes. Hypnosis may relieve symptoms of hot flashes associated with menopause.Behavior change. Hypnosis has been used with some success in the treatment of insomnia, bed-wetting, smoking, and overeating.Cancer treatment side effects. Hypnosis has been used to ease side effects related to chemotherapy or radiation treatment.Mental health conditions. Hypnosis may help treat symptoms of anxiety, phobias and post-traumatic stress.
Risks.Hypnosis conducted by a trained therapist or health care professional is considered a safe, complementary and alternative medical treatment. However, hypnosis may not be appropriate in people with severe or acute psychosis mental illness.
Adverse reactions to hypnosis are rare, but may include:
HeadacheDrowsinessDizzinessAnxiety or distressCreation of false memoriesBe cautious when hypnosis is proposed as a method to work through stressful events from earlier in life(regression). This practice may cause strong emotions and can risk the creation of false memories.
How to Prepare?You don't need any special preparation to undergo hypnosis. But it's a good idea to wear comfortable clothing to help you relax. Also, make sure that you're well-rested so that you're not inclined to fall asleep during the session.
Choose a therapist or health care professional who is certified to perform hypnosis. Seek a recommendation from someone you trust. Learn about any therapist you're considering. Start by asking questions: MARK LOGANDo you have training in a field such as psychology, medicine, social work or dentistry? YESAre you licensed in your specialty in this state? HypnoT is an unregulated industry.Where did you go to school, and where did you do your postgraduate training? Aust Academy of Hypnosis in Melbourne.How much training have you had in hypnotherapy and from what schools? New to this field but 10 years as Accredited Mental Health Social Worker.What professional organizations do you belong to? AASW.How long have you been in practice? Since 2009What are your fees, and does insurance cover your services? As per fee schedule. Your Session. I will explain the process of hypnosis and review your treatment goals. Then I will induce you so you go into a very deep relaxed state of mind. When you're in a receptive state, I will suggest ways for you to achieve your goals, such as reducing pain or eliminating cravings to smoke. I may even help you visualise vivid, meaningful mental images for yourself to accomplish your goals. You will be very much aware of what is said in the sesison as you do not go to sleep, but rather you remain in a relaxed state of mind.When the session is over, I will bring you back and you will be more alert and ready to face the day with a different perspective.
Contrary to how hypnosis is sometimes portrayed in movies or on television, you don't lose control over your behavior while under hypnosis. Also, you generally remain aware of and remember what happens during hypnosis. You may eventually be able to practice self-hypnosis, in which you induce a state of hypnosis in yourself. You can use this skill as needed. Conclusion. While hypnosis can be effective in helping people cope with pain, stress and anxiety, cognitive behavioral therapy- CBT, is considered the first line treatment for these conditions. Hypnosis can and is often used in conjuction with Hypnotherapy as part of a comprehensive program.
Hypnosis isn't right for everyone, though. For example, you may not be able to enter a state of hypnosis fully enough to make it effective. Some therapists believe that the more likely you are to be hypnotised, the more likely it is that you'll benefit from hypnosis. NOTE: I will not do hypnosis for loss and grief or psychiatric conditions . I can provide you with formal therapy instead. If this is the case please see your GP for a mental heath plan referral. Much of this info courtesy of Mayo Clinic USA.
Hypnotherapy can be an effective method for coping with stress and anxiety. In particular, hypnosis can reduce stress and anxiety before a medical procedure, such as a breast biopsy.
Hypnosis has been studied for other conditions, including:
Pain control. Hypnosis may help with pain due to burns, cancer, childbirth, irritable bowel syndrome, fibromyalgia, temporomandibular joint problems, dental procedures and headaches.Hot flashes. Hypnosis may relieve symptoms of hot flashes associated with menopause.Behavior change. Hypnosis has been used with some success in the treatment of insomnia, bed-wetting, smoking, and overeating.Cancer treatment side effects. Hypnosis has been used to ease side effects related to chemotherapy or radiation treatment.Mental health conditions. Hypnosis may help treat symptoms of anxiety, phobias and post-traumatic stress.
Risks.Hypnosis conducted by a trained therapist or health care professional is considered a safe, complementary and alternative medical treatment. However, hypnosis may not be appropriate in people with severe or acute psychosis mental illness.
Adverse reactions to hypnosis are rare, but may include:
HeadacheDrowsinessDizzinessAnxiety or distressCreation of false memoriesBe cautious when hypnosis is proposed as a method to work through stressful events from earlier in life(regression). This practice may cause strong emotions and can risk the creation of false memories.
How to Prepare?You don't need any special preparation to undergo hypnosis. But it's a good idea to wear comfortable clothing to help you relax. Also, make sure that you're well-rested so that you're not inclined to fall asleep during the session.
Choose a therapist or health care professional who is certified to perform hypnosis. Seek a recommendation from someone you trust. Learn about any therapist you're considering. Start by asking questions: MARK LOGANDo you have training in a field such as psychology, medicine, social work or dentistry? YESAre you licensed in your specialty in this state? HypnoT is an unregulated industry.Where did you go to school, and where did you do your postgraduate training? Aust Academy of Hypnosis in Melbourne.How much training have you had in hypnotherapy and from what schools? New to this field but 10 years as Accredited Mental Health Social Worker.What professional organizations do you belong to? AASW.How long have you been in practice? Since 2009What are your fees, and does insurance cover your services? As per fee schedule. Your Session. I will explain the process of hypnosis and review your treatment goals. Then I will induce you so you go into a very deep relaxed state of mind. When you're in a receptive state, I will suggest ways for you to achieve your goals, such as reducing pain or eliminating cravings to smoke. I may even help you visualise vivid, meaningful mental images for yourself to accomplish your goals. You will be very much aware of what is said in the sesison as you do not go to sleep, but rather you remain in a relaxed state of mind.When the session is over, I will bring you back and you will be more alert and ready to face the day with a different perspective.
Contrary to how hypnosis is sometimes portrayed in movies or on television, you don't lose control over your behavior while under hypnosis. Also, you generally remain aware of and remember what happens during hypnosis. You may eventually be able to practice self-hypnosis, in which you induce a state of hypnosis in yourself. You can use this skill as needed. Conclusion. While hypnosis can be effective in helping people cope with pain, stress and anxiety, cognitive behavioral therapy- CBT, is considered the first line treatment for these conditions. Hypnosis can and is often used in conjuction with Hypnotherapy as part of a comprehensive program.
Hypnosis isn't right for everyone, though. For example, you may not be able to enter a state of hypnosis fully enough to make it effective. Some therapists believe that the more likely you are to be hypnotised, the more likely it is that you'll benefit from hypnosis. NOTE: I will not do hypnosis for loss and grief or psychiatric conditions . I can provide you with formal therapy instead. If this is the case please see your GP for a mental heath plan referral. Much of this info courtesy of Mayo Clinic USA.
