Frequently asked questions

Listed below are just a few of the questions that are regularly asked about Hypnotherapy and Analysis - If you have questions that are not answered here then make that appointment for a free initial consultation You will find that this therapy is far from the 'out of control' experience that some believe it to be. It is simply a way of helping you to use your own strength of will to deal with problems in your life.

How is Pure Hypnoanalysis better than other Talking Therapies

Other talking therapies, such as Counselling, CBT,NLP, Psychotherapy and any of the many other therapies available nowadays aim to help you modify your bahaviour so that you can cope with your anxiety and live as near to a normal life as possible. While these are excellent ways to help you manage your anxieties, Pure Hypnoanalysis will FREE you of those anxieties completely and permanently by releasing the repressed emotions that have caused the symptoms..

Are there any people that can't be hypnotised?
Generally speaking if you WANT to be hypnotised then you CAN be hypnotised. If you didn't want to be hypnotised then your subconscious mind would put up so much resistance that there is no way you could relax enough to go 'into' hypnosis. This really is a compliant therapy - we are working together I am not going to do anything 'TO' you, just 'WITH' you

The only exception to this would be someone with a learning disability as it would be unethical to make suggestions to someone who is not able to understand the full implications of those suggestions. The same aplies to anyone under the influence of alcohol or non prescription drugs.

Will I remember what has happened?
Yes! Most people are surprised to find that they remember all that happens during the therapy, it is a state of heightened, not diminished awareness. The most frequent comment that people make after a session of hypnosis is "I could have opened my eyes at any time you know, I really wasn't 'under', I just couldn't be bothered"

So, I'm not asleep then?
No!, simply very relaxed and in control of all your faculties. In fact you could say that you are more in control as you can access the deeper parts of your subconscious - parts that you are not normally aware of.

Are there any causes for concern?
None whatsoever! Hypnosis is a proven therapeutic aid. The only time that Hypnosis could prove dangerous is whilst driving or using machinery. You should not listen to a hypnotic tape under these circumstances.

Can I speak whilst under Hypnosis?
Yes! And in hypnoanalysis you will be encouraged to do so. The object of Hypnoanalysis or Psychoanalysis under Hypnosis, is to bring those 'hidden' worries, anxieties, fears etc to your conscious awareness so that they can be dealt with once and for all. After all, your 'conscious' mind knows that you can't come to any harm from a little house spider.......your 'subconscious' however finds it very easy to turn that harmless creature into a man-eating alien monster!

Can I be influenced to do anything against my will?
No! In fact you would probably be shocked out of the hypnotic state should such a thing happen. All IAH therapists undergo strict background checks and adhere to a code of ethics so this needn't be a worry.

The purpose of the Free Initial Consultation is to set your mind at ease by asking ALL the questions you have ever wanted to ask a hypnotherapist and so maximise the chances of your hypnotherapy being successful.