When you hear the word hypnotherapy, what comes to mind? Perhaps you picture someone swinging a pocket watch, making someone cluck like a chicken on a stage, or maybe you simply think of stop-smoking or weight-loss programmes. These are some of the perceptions people have about hypnosis — but they don't tell the whole story. As a clinical hypnotherapist , I use hypnosis as part of a much broader therapeutic approach. Hypnotherapy can be a powerful tool for helping people understand themselves, change unhelpful patterns and work through difficulties that may have been affecting their lives for many years. So, what actually is hypnosis? Hypnosis is a very natural, focused state of mind. We all experience similar states at various times — perhaps when we become completely absorbed in a book, lose track of time while driving a familiar route, or become so immersed in something that the outside world seems to fade away. In therapy, we use this focused state deliberately. I often describe hypnotherapy as having many of the elements you would expect from psychotherapy, with an additional tool: hypnosis . This can allow us to work with thoughts, emotions, behaviours and deeply established patterns in a different and often very powerful way. And importantly, you remain in control throughout. Hypnosis isn't about someone taking over your mind or making you do things against your will. Hypnotherapy isn't just about stopping smoking or losing weight Of course, hypnotherapy can be very effective for issues such as smoking cessation and weight management. But that is only a small part of the work I do. People come to me with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, confidence and self-esteem issues, phobias, unwanted habits and the effects of difficult or traumatic experiences. I also work with people who are dealing with complex trauma and very difficult emotional experiences , and with clients who have experienced suicidal thoughts. These are not issues that can be dealt with by simply giving someone a few positive suggestions while they are in hypnosis. They require sensitivity, understanding, appropriate therapeutic techniques and, above all, a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. Hypnosis is one of the tools I can use within that process. >>> Learn more about Hypnotherapy <<< Don't dismiss hypnotherapy before you've discovered what it can do for you Perhaps you've considered hypnotherapy in the past but thought, "That's not really for someone like me." Or perhaps you've tried other approaches and are wondering whether hypnotherapy could offer you something different. My advice is simple: don't dismiss it until you've found out more. Every person is different, and every therapeutic journey is different. During an initial consultation, we can talk about what you're experiencing, what you'd like to change and whether I feel hypnotherapy is an appropriate therapy for you. There is no pressure and no obligation to book treatment. If you're curious about whether hypnotherapy could help you, please get in touch and arrange a free consultation. It could be the first step towards understanding what's keeping you stuck and discovering a different way forward. About Me I'm Sheila Price , a clinical hypnotherapist with 15 years' experience, working from my peaceful therapy room in Bordon, Hampshire, as well as online. I'm registered with the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis (BSCH) and continually update my knowledge and skills through ongoing professional development. Get in Touch Sheila Price Hypnotherapy Bordon, Hampshire Face-to-face and online appointments available - Click Here Website: sheilapricehypnotherapy.co.uk If you'd like to find out whether hypnotherapy could be right for you, please get in touch to arrange your free consultation. I'd be very happy to have a conversation with you and explore how I may be able to help.
By Sheila Price, D.Hyp, PDCHyp, MBSCH
