Questions & Answers

Questions and Answers ( Q & A )

What is Hypnotherapy?

When you are in a natural state of intense focused attention, you are able to pay intense attention to particular issues of concern in your life. During the hypnotic state we will offer positive suggestions directly to your subconscious mind, with little or no resistance from your conscious mind. This in turn will help create profound shifts & rapid, powerful long lasting changes for your life. When suggestions are made to your mind in hypnosis, the suggestions are more likely to be accepted because they bypass the critical faculty of your mind. By accessing the subconscious part of your mind, you are able to gain greater insight and awareness that would not normally be available to you in your conscious state. You will be able to tune into inner resources & strengths that you did not know even existed. When you are in a hypnotic state it is faster & easier to learn how to change your perception of a particular issue and obtain greater understanding.

Can I be hypnotised?

Yes but only if you want to be hypnotised. Strong willed people are good candidates for hypnosis because they are committed to wanting it to work for them. The depth that people reach in hypnosis may vary however it is not necessary to be in a very deep level for you to bring about change to your habits or behaviour which may be contributing to have a negative impact on your life.

Is Hypnosis safe?

Is Hypnotherapy effective?

Research has found success rates of 90% and higher for professionally conducted Hypnotherapy.

What will it feel like?

A little like being very relaxed but not asleep. A bit like day dreaming and just before we wake up or drift into sleep.

What if it didn’t work last time.

Hypnotherapy requires the induction of a trance state and if that has happened it is likely that the person you saw did not find the appropriate induction to take you into a trance. Each Hypnotherapist may use slightly different techniques to help you achieve the change you want and this is why we develop individualised sessions intended to meet your specific needs & dreams. We offer our potential Clients a FREE Phone Consultation so that everyone can work out if is the right solution for you. It is also important for you to trust and know your Hypnotherapist has the right set of knowledge and experience.

Will I still be in control?

You remain fully in control and aware during hypnosis. If you want to do so, you can easily open your eyes and bring yourself out of hypnosis. Clinical Hypnotherapy is not Stage Hypnosis, where people are usually selected because people are keen to volunteer and have an expectation of going on stage to perform and expect to “cluck like a chicken”. Under Hypnosis, if a suggestion is against your core beliefs or values then your mind will not accept these suggestions. When you are in hypnosis you are still able to say NO or just end the session. Clinical Hypnotherapy is about you regaining your power and becoming empowered so you will actually have more control over your mind.

Will I reveal my secrets under Hypnosis?

No, Despite being in a trance you can still respond to questions asked by Julie or Simon but you won’t reveal anything secrets unless you want to share them.

Can I get stuck in a trance?

No, you are in control and if something happens to the Hypnotherapist you would just come out of trance after a short time

How do I decide which Hypnotherapist is best for me?

The most important thing is that you trust and feel comfortable with the person. The Hypnotherapist should also be happy to respond to your questions on the phone before you set up an appointment for your First Session. It is also advisable to choose a hypnotherapist who is a member of a recognised Association such as the Australian Hypnotherapy Association (link) because they operate under a Code of Conduct and have to meet particular knowledge and skill levels.

Are the sessions confidential?

As members of the Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA), Julie & Simon Teshome adhere to the AHA Code of Practice and Ethical Guidelines. No information obtained during your Session will be available to any third party without your written consent.

How many Sessions will I need?

This will depend entirely on your personal situation. It's very likely that what you want to change has taken many years to be wired into your mind. Rather than giving clients Band Aid Solutions, we offer long lasting change. It is well known that your minds takes around 30 days to make real change. ie to really rewire our mind.