FAQs About Clinical Hypnosis
Why use hypnosis?
Ever since the day I walked into my first psychology course, in 1974, I have been intrigued in understanding human behavior and the dynamics of positive change. I’m constantly seeking new ways to create positive change; easier and more effectively.
In over 25 years of study and practice, I’ve discovered no method more powerful for producing positive change than clinical hypnosis.
Unfortunately, many have a skewed understanding of hypnosis, based on previous experience with stage hypnotists, whose sole purpose is to manipulate and mystify their audience. Clinical hypnosis and stage hypnosis are as different as night and day. For a detailed discussion of how stage hypnosis works, and how it differs from clinical hypnosis, see the article…The Secrets of Stage Hypnosis (Trancework, 3rd ed., Michael D. Yapko, 2003).
What is clinical hypnosis?
Clinical hypnosis is a relaxed, highly focused state of concentration. The first lesson of psychology: What you focus on, you amplify. Through the experience of hypnosis, one is guided in acquiring a relaxed, highly absorbed state of concentration. This allows for access and amplification of inner resources, which are often not otherwise available.
What benefits are to be gained from clinical hypnosis?
During hypnosis, you can learn to: |