Hypnosis is more mainstream than many people think. In 1958 the American Medical Association approved the use of hypnosis and it is being taught in all the major medical schools. Hypnosis is a naturally induced state of relaxed concentration. It is complete physical and mental relaxation where we can communicate suggestions to our subconscious mind. We all enter hypnosis everyday. Have you ever been driving your car and realized you don’t recall passing the last two exits? Have you ever just stared into a fire and been a “million miles away”? Both of these are examples of hypnosis.

Why would one go into this state? There are too many reasons to list but the most popular uses of hypnosis are weight loss, smoking cessation, painless childbirth and pain management. Hypnosis is also used for behavior modification and assisting medical professionals with speeding up treatment or making a condition easier to cope with. Examples of behavior modification include overcoming fears or phobias, reducing stress, anxiety and procrastination, increasing motivation, self-confidence and concentration. The possibilities are endless. Some of the medical conditions that can be assisted are pain management, surgery preparation and post surgery healing, migraines, skin conditions, asthma and on and on.

If you want to discuss the various applications of hypnosis and hypnotherapy, call me and set up your free, no-obligation consultation.