What exactly is hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique that uses focused relaxation to help you access the part of your mind where habits, beliefs, and automatic behaviours are stored. Unlike willpower‑based approaches, hypnotherapy works with your subconscious, making change feel more natural and sustainable.
How can hypnotherapy help me lose weight?
Weight‑loss hypnotherapy targets the emotional and behavioural patterns that drive overeating, cravings, and inconsistent motivation. Instead of relying on strict diets or short‑term fixes, it helps you:
- Build a healthier relationship with food
- Reduce emotional eating
- Strengthen long‑term motivation
- Make better choices without feeling deprived
Many clients find this approach more effective than dieting alone because it addresses the root causes rather than just the symptoms.
Can hypnotherapy really help me stop smoking?
Yes. Smoking cessation hypnotherapy focuses on breaking the mental and emotional associations that keep the habit alive. It helps you:
- Reduce cravings
- Dissolve triggers
- Strengthen your identity as a non‑smoker
- Feel calmer and more in control
Unlike nicotine replacement therapies, hypnotherapy doesn’t rely on substitutes. Instead, it helps you shift the habit at its source.
Is hypnotherapy safe?
Absolutely. Hypnotherapy is a gentle, non‑invasive, and drug‑free approach. You remain fully aware and in control throughout every session. Most clients describe the experience as deeply relaxing. You are more focused on your inner world.
Will I be “under someone’s control”?
Not at all. Hypnosis is not mind control. You can’t be made to do anything you don’t want to do. You simply enter a focused, relaxed state where positive suggestions become easier for your mind to accept.
Can you get stuck in hypnosis?
No, you are in total control.
What happens at a session of hypnotherapy?
Sessions usually last around an hour and a half, so there is plenty of time for you to feel relaxed and comfortable and to ask as many questions you like. A case history is taken and we will decide together what methods will suit your particular needs. Subsequent sessions will follow and will be tailored to suit your needs.
How many sessions will I need?
This varies from person to person, but many clients notice meaningful shifts within just a few sessions. Smoking cessation often requires fewer sessions, while weight‑loss work may benefit from a slightly longer programme to support lasting change.
What makes hypnotherapy different from counselling or medication?
Hypnotherapy works directly with the subconscious mind, where habits and emotional patterns are formed.
- Counselling focuses on conscious understanding, which is valuable but doesn’t always shift automatic behaviours.
- Medication can help manage symptoms but doesn’t change the underlying habit loops.
- Hypnotherapy bridges the gap by helping you feel different, not just think differently.
This combination of emotional, behavioural, and subconscious change is what makes hypnotherapy uniquely powerful.
What does a session feel like?
Most people experience a pleasant sense of calm, similar to daydreaming or drifting off to sleep. You’ll be guided through relaxation and positive suggestion work tailored to your goals. You’ll hear everything clearly and can speak or move at any time.
Do you offer online sessions?
Yes. Many clients choose online sessions for convenience. They are just as effective as in‑person appointments, provided you have a quiet, comfortable space.
How soon will I notice results?
Some people feel a shift immediately, while others notice gradual changes over days or weeks. Because hypnotherapy works with your subconscious, improvements often feel natural—like you’re simply becoming the version of yourself you’ve been trying to reach.
Is hypnotherapy suitable for everyone?
Most people can benefit from hypnotherapy. There are certain conditions such as schizophrenia that are contra indicated If you have any specific concerns or medical conditions, we can discuss them during your consultation to ensure this is the right approach for you.