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Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy

What is hypnotherapy? - How does it work?

When we are in a deep state of relaxation, it is believed that our unconscious mind becomes more susceptible to suggestion. This means that when a hypnotherapist invites us into this state and uses suggestion techniques, our thought patterns and behaviours can be encouraged to change. As a result, this can be particularly helpful for changing habits, overcoming anxiety and easing stress. It’s even been recognised by the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) as an effective treatment for irritable bowel syndrome. However, there are a few myths and misconceptions surrounding hypnotherapy which can put people off.

To sort fact from fiction, let me tell you the truth behind these common myths:

1. The hypnotherapist will be able to make me do things I don’t want to do People usually have this fear because they’ve seen stage or TV hypnosis, but this certainly isn’t the case. Stage hypnotists set the scene for these amusing antics and invite volunteers to get up on stage; when someone does this, they are accepting their role. In hypnosis, a person will be more open to suggestion and therefore able to change patterns of behaviour that are unhelpful, but no one can make you do anything you don’t want to do.

A key part in the success of hypnotherapy is a willing client.

2. Hypnotherapists can control your mind Hypnosis is not mind control! Someone who is having hypnosis is participating by choice and, while they are usually very relaxed, they remain in control. During a session, the hypnotherapist will make suggestions which you will be free to accept or reject. Highly creative people are often more open to the suggestions made in hypnosis, because they are able to consider and try out suggestions in their imagination.

3. If I get hypnotised I won’t remember anything from the session It’s completely normal for your mind to wander while in hypnosis, so there may be times where you are aware of what’s being said, and times where you may not be. Therefore your memories of the session can vary. You may remember some of what’s been said, or nothing at all – both are perfectly normal.

4. If I get put into a state of hypnosis, I may not come out of it Hypnosis is a completely natural state that we all drift in and out of throughout the day. Everyone has the ability to take themselves out of the hypnotic state – this can be done simply by opening our eyes! If a session is interrupted and the hypnotherapist isn’t there to “talk you back”, you will eventually drift back to awareness anyway, a little like waking up from a nap.

5. Hypnotherapy works like magic Sometimes it might seem so! When a therapist communicates with your unconscious mind, change can happen quickly and easily. However, hypnotherapy is a collaborative process between you and your practitioner, and so requires effort and a desire to change on your part. 6. Only the “weak-willed” can be hypnotised

Let’s recap what hypnosis really is.

Hypnosis is a state of focused attention, similar to that experienced when you’re absorbed in a creative task or sport. It could therefore be argued that those who are very strong willed are actually better hypnotic subjects.
Most people can achieve some level of hypnotic trance; the key is willingness.
In short, if you don’t want to be hypnotised, you won’t be.

Neuroplasticity - You CAN rewire your brain!

What Is neuroplasticity or Brain Plasticity? The human brain is composed of approximately 86 billion neurons. Early researchers believed that neurogenesis, or the creation of new neurons, stopped shortly after birth.

Today, it's understood that the brain possesses the remarkable capacity to reorganize pathways, create new connections, and, in some cases, even create new neurons- a concept called neuroplasticity, or brain plasticity.

There are two main types of neuroplasticity: Functional plasticity: The brain's ability to move functions from a damaged area of the brain to other undamaged areas Structural plasticity: The brain's ability to actually change its physical structure as a result of learning

RTT - Rapid Transformation Therapy

Why Choose RTT®? Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®) is a pioneering therapy based on neuroscience that offers fast, effective results by combining the most beneficial principles of Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy, NLP, and CBT. RTT® delivers extraordinary, permanent change from physical, emotional, and psychological pain by reframing our core beliefs, values, habits, and emotions deep in the subconscious. By rapidly rewiring the brain’s neural pathways, RTT® replaces our out-dated belief systems and negative behaviour patterns. New life-affirming beliefs are formed, and the healing process begin

EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is commonly referred to as psychological acupressure. The therapy aims to release emotional blockages within the body's energy system. As with many other therapies, EFT works on the premise that the body contains energy channels. When these energy channels become blocked or unbalanced, it is believed to lead to emotional and physical illness. Using tapping techniques, Emotional Freedom Technique looks to correct these imbalances.

What is EFT (tapping)?

Emotional Freedom Technique incorporates theories from holistic therapies such as acupressure, energy medicine and neuro-linguistic programming. Many eastern medicine models are founded on the belief that there are channels of energy within the body. It is thought that when these channels (known as meridians) become blocked, energy becomes unbalanced. When this happens, it is thought to lead to physical and emotional symptoms. In the western world, we are beginning to catch up with the premise that emotional health is imperative to physical health.

As well as affecting our health, emotional blocks can lead to limiting beliefs and behaviours. This may result in phobias, anxiety, depression or even addictions. EFT acknowledges this and combines energy medicine with psychological interventions for a truly holistic approach to health. In a similar way to acupuncture, EFT looks to release blocked energy by stimulating the meridian points. Rather than using needles however, this therapy uses tapping techniques. Tapping (using the fingertips) on certain points on the body, combined with voicing positive affirmations is thought to neutralise the emotional block in energy.

How does EFT work?

EFT practitioners believe negative emotions and illness are interlinked. Physical problems create emotional responses and emotional problems often manifest as physical symptoms. For this reason, it is important to approach healing in a holistic manner, looking at both emotional and physical energy. Emotional Freedom Technique aims to tackle both the negative emotions and unbalanced or blocked energy.

This is done by tapping meridian points on the body while focusing on the issue and repeating positive affirmations. This combination of stimulating meridian points whilst thinking about root causes enables the energy system to 'straighten out'. This is believed to eradicate the 'short circuit' to the body's learnt response or negative emotion. The basic technique involves repeating a positive affirmation then focusing on the concern (for example anxiety) while tapping on each meridian point.

This is a very basic method and your EFT practitioner may advise you on variants of this depending on what you are addressing.

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