Hypnotherapists in West London

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Billi Silverstein Psychotherapy & Supervision
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
1 Endorsed
West London, London W1G
I am a senior accredited integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I use my experience to help my clients expand and improve their emotional skills. I have spent several years working with addiction, especially food addiction, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and eating disorders. I have worked with dual diagnosis clients in both addiction and other mental health organisations. I am committed to providing counselling with the most up-to-date techniques to build a healing and therapeutic relationship with clients. More recently my client group has covered stress, anxiety, trauma and loss.
I am a senior accredited integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I use my experience to help my clients expand and improve their emotional skills. I have spent several years working with addiction, especially food addiction, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and eating disorders. I have worked with dual diagnosis clients in both addiction and other mental health organisations. I am committed to providing counselling with the most up-to-date techniques to build a healing and therapeutic relationship with clients. More recently my client group has covered stress, anxiety, trauma and loss.
020 3962 0220 View 020 3962 0220
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
020 4538 6792 View 020 4538 6792
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Atanaska Donkova
Psychologist, GMBPsS
West London, London W1U
Do you experience difficulties in a certain area such as career, relationships, self-esteem, health-physical and mental, or maybe there are difficulties in all areas of your life? And even though you understand that something is wrong, you can't pinpoint where and what the problem is. Do you want a career and a decent financial reward, a loving and harmonious relationship with a partner you can count, great physical and mental health and wonderful relationship with family and friends? Then do not procastinate anymore and book a session with me. Together we will try and find out solution to all your problems, step by step.
Do you experience difficulties in a certain area such as career, relationships, self-esteem, health-physical and mental, or maybe there are difficulties in all areas of your life? And even though you understand that something is wrong, you can't pinpoint where and what the problem is. Do you want a career and a decent financial reward, a loving and harmonious relationship with a partner you can count, great physical and mental health and wonderful relationship with family and friends? Then do not procastinate anymore and book a session with me. Together we will try and find out solution to all your problems, step by step.
020 3835 2347 View 020 3835 2347
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Simone Bienne
Counsellor, COSRT Accred
West London, London W4
Are you struggling to stop the kind of thinking and feeling that stops you from moving forward and having what you want in life, love and sex? Do you want to create happy, healthy relationships rooted in confidence and security? Do you want an exciting sex life you enjoy? For 20 years I’ve been in private practice and an expert on UK/US TV helping thousands of people just like you have whole-life success and happiness. You too can let go of the past, overcome limiting beliefs, reset thinking patterns, transform trauma, feel positive emotions, increase sexual enjoyment, and create a new version of yourself, one that you LOVE.
Are you struggling to stop the kind of thinking and feeling that stops you from moving forward and having what you want in life, love and sex? Do you want to create happy, healthy relationships rooted in confidence and security? Do you want an exciting sex life you enjoy? For 20 years I’ve been in private practice and an expert on UK/US TV helping thousands of people just like you have whole-life success and happiness. You too can let go of the past, overcome limiting beliefs, reset thinking patterns, transform trauma, feel positive emotions, increase sexual enjoyment, and create a new version of yourself, one that you LOVE.
020 4538 9870 View 020 4538 9870
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Dr Cristian A Nica
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
West London, London W2
The loss avoidance game becomes a finite cycle, where the pursuit of pleasure "always" wins. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result: a genuine approach for you to find a better way forward. My goal is to enable a strong mental foundation where mindful skills will help you keep life within reach. I am HCPC-registered in clinical, counselling, health, and occupational psychology. Supervisor, providing services beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, or ST), the most effective and intuitive psychological framework.
The loss avoidance game becomes a finite cycle, where the pursuit of pleasure "always" wins. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result: a genuine approach for you to find a better way forward. My goal is to enable a strong mental foundation where mindful skills will help you keep life within reach. I am HCPC-registered in clinical, counselling, health, and occupational psychology. Supervisor, providing services beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, or ST), the most effective and intuitive psychological framework.
020 4572 2658 View 020 4572 2658
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Frank Luke Adams
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
Struggling? Exhausted? Feel like you're drowning behind closed doors? Not frivolous enough for AI therapy? Other therapists seem judgmental, don't get you, won't listen? With me you can talk about anything. I'll treat you with compassion, empathy, and care. I’m also forthright and candid, and much more tools-oriented than schools-oriented. I believe you're the expert in you - even if you're not yet aware of it - and my role is to help you find that, and bring my own holistic vision, experience, training, and expertise to the table. I'm the specialist to help you become the best possible, most fulfilled version of you, starting now.
Struggling? Exhausted? Feel like you're drowning behind closed doors? Not frivolous enough for AI therapy? Other therapists seem judgmental, don't get you, won't listen? With me you can talk about anything. I'll treat you with compassion, empathy, and care. I’m also forthright and candid, and much more tools-oriented than schools-oriented. I believe you're the expert in you - even if you're not yet aware of it - and my role is to help you find that, and bring my own holistic vision, experience, training, and expertise to the table. I'm the specialist to help you become the best possible, most fulfilled version of you, starting now.
020 3856 3830 View 020 3856 3830
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Mark Bailey
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
West London, London W1B
Registered as a Psychotherapist with the UKCP and NLPTCA, I have Post Graduate Training in Contemporary Psychotherapy including Psychopathology, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Neurolinguistic therapy, Gestalt, and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
I am a UKCP Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and have been in Clinical Practice since 2003. I am down to earth, friendly and believe therapy is a collaborative process - my job is to help you find in a way that works for you not somebody else. No one type of therapy suits everyone so I deliberately integrate a number of approaches into my work to suit each individual's needs. I know life can be tough and sometimes overwhelming so offer a place where we can talk about what is most difficult so we can make sense of it for you. I offer in person and online therapy (using Zoom or Teams).
Registered as a Psychotherapist with the UKCP and NLPTCA, I have Post Graduate Training in Contemporary Psychotherapy including Psychopathology, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Neurolinguistic therapy, Gestalt, and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
I am a UKCP Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and have been in Clinical Practice since 2003. I am down to earth, friendly and believe therapy is a collaborative process - my job is to help you find in a way that works for you not somebody else. No one type of therapy suits everyone so I deliberately integrate a number of approaches into my work to suit each individual's needs. I know life can be tough and sometimes overwhelming so offer a place where we can talk about what is most difficult so we can make sense of it for you. I offer in person and online therapy (using Zoom or Teams).
020 7078 9450 View 020 7078 9450
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Jay Williams
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
West London, London W14
I offer Psychodynamic therapy with Hypnotherapy used in support.
You might find yourself in pain. Perhaps there is a specific loss, trauma, something that hurts you and makes you want to seek out help. Or perhaps you are looking to address concerns, thoughts or emotions that have caused distress for a while. Maybe you just need help understanding something. I offer a non-judgmental, safe and containing space where the relationship is at the core of all of what we do. Together we will talk, find out what you are looking to achieve, and then we explore your inner world and past together seeking insight that often can help people with emotional growth and help provide answers sought out for so long
I offer Psychodynamic therapy with Hypnotherapy used in support.
You might find yourself in pain. Perhaps there is a specific loss, trauma, something that hurts you and makes you want to seek out help. Or perhaps you are looking to address concerns, thoughts or emotions that have caused distress for a while. Maybe you just need help understanding something. I offer a non-judgmental, safe and containing space where the relationship is at the core of all of what we do. Together we will talk, find out what you are looking to achieve, and then we explore your inner world and past together seeking insight that often can help people with emotional growth and help provide answers sought out for so long
020 3835 5469 View 020 3835 5469
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Dr Bianca Serwinski
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
West London, London W2
My approach draws on integrative psychotherapy, behaviour change science, and hypnotherapy to support lasting transformation - whether working on emotional resilience, anxiety, self-esteem, or life direction.
Some of my clients appear “together” and even successful on the outside but feels stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed or unhappy internally. They may struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, low self-worth, people-pleasing, or repeating unhelpful patterns in relationships or habits, which can also be maladaptive health-related behaviours (e.g. procrastination, distraction, denial, binge-eating, drinking, smoking). They often want clarity, confidence, emotional healing, and more freedom or strength to be themselves - without something holding them back.
My approach draws on integrative psychotherapy, behaviour change science, and hypnotherapy to support lasting transformation - whether working on emotional resilience, anxiety, self-esteem, or life direction.
Some of my clients appear “together” and even successful on the outside but feels stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed or unhappy internally. They may struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, low self-worth, people-pleasing, or repeating unhelpful patterns in relationships or habits, which can also be maladaptive health-related behaviours (e.g. procrastination, distraction, denial, binge-eating, drinking, smoking). They often want clarity, confidence, emotional healing, and more freedom or strength to be themselves - without something holding them back.
020 4572 6492 View 020 4572 6492
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Yu Chai
Psychotherapist, PhD, COSRT Accred
West London, London W4
Specialties: I help clients with Anxiety; Depression; Sexual and Relationship Issues; Addiction; Bereavement/Loss; Eating Disorder; Identity Issues; OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder); PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder); Identity Issues; Shyness/Social Phobia; Family and Parenting Issues.
Specialties: I help clients with Anxiety; Depression; Sexual and Relationship Issues; Addiction; Bereavement/Loss; Eating Disorder; Identity Issues; OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder); PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder); Identity Issues; Shyness/Social Phobia; Family and Parenting Issues.
020 4634 2362 View 020 4634 2362
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Richard Reid
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Online Only
With extensive experience across leading organisations such as The Priory, City of London Police, The Witness Protection Programme, and as Chief People Officer for a major offshore law firm, I bring a unique perspective on the support needs of professionals working at the highest levels. My practice focuses on working with corporate clients, blue-chip organisations, and senior executives who may benefit from discreet and tailored therapeutic support. I understand the pressures and complexities faced by those in demanding and high-profile roles, and offer a confidential space where issues can be explored with understanding.
With extensive experience across leading organisations such as The Priory, City of London Police, The Witness Protection Programme, and as Chief People Officer for a major offshore law firm, I bring a unique perspective on the support needs of professionals working at the highest levels. My practice focuses on working with corporate clients, blue-chip organisations, and senior executives who may benefit from discreet and tailored therapeutic support. I understand the pressures and complexities faced by those in demanding and high-profile roles, and offer a confidential space where issues can be explored with understanding.
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John Dinwoodie
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
West London, London W4
I am a UKCP Registered Psychotherapist of 20 years standing, registered through the UKCP Constructivist and Existential College. Having trained in NLP Psychotherapy, I am also a graduate of the Pesso Boyden Training Institute. I offer both in-Person and online Psychotherapy and am currently a Senior Associate Psychotherapist with Nicholas Rose Associates in West London. I have found Pesso Boyden Psychotherapy achieves the most profound healing for clients, especially in groupwo
I am a UKCP Registered Psychotherapist of 20 years standing, registered through the UKCP Constructivist and Existential College. Having trained in NLP Psychotherapy, I am also a graduate of the Pesso Boyden Training Institute. I offer both in-Person and online Psychotherapy and am currently a Senior Associate Psychotherapist with Nicholas Rose Associates in West London. I have found Pesso Boyden Psychotherapy achieves the most profound healing for clients, especially in groupwo
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Simone Stephen
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
West London, London W8
Life disturbances can silence us; silence us into disbelief, fear, isolation and suffering. You need not suffer alone in silence. My experience upholding clients with various personal and professional challenges has enabled them to live healthier, more balanced, authentic lives that meet their need. I have uplifted clients troubled with identity and confidence issues. I have supported clients tormented from abuse, grief and trauma. I have helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety and stress. I have facilitated workshops to encourage self-discovery and self-transformation. I volunteered in primary schools with Place2Be
Life disturbances can silence us; silence us into disbelief, fear, isolation and suffering. You need not suffer alone in silence. My experience upholding clients with various personal and professional challenges has enabled them to live healthier, more balanced, authentic lives that meet their need. I have uplifted clients troubled with identity and confidence issues. I have supported clients tormented from abuse, grief and trauma. I have helped clients struggling with depression, anxiety and stress. I have facilitated workshops to encourage self-discovery and self-transformation. I volunteered in primary schools with Place2Be
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Rasha Jorany
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
West London, London W1U
Arabic Speaking Cognitive behavioural therapist specialised in Rationale Emotive behavioural therapy and hypnosis. Rasha is a registered and accredited by the Professional Standards Authority, The National Counselling Society. Rasha have Physiology and Pharmacology BSc degree and gained MSc degree in psychology and Health. The therapy is tailored for you to achieve your goal. Working with you on exploring the unhelpful feelings and behaviour and to challenge unhelpful thoughts and beliefs. The therapy sessions are structured, focusses on achieving goals and allows you to explore emotions and strategies.
Arabic Speaking Cognitive behavioural therapist specialised in Rationale Emotive behavioural therapy and hypnosis. Rasha is a registered and accredited by the Professional Standards Authority, The National Counselling Society. Rasha have Physiology and Pharmacology BSc degree and gained MSc degree in psychology and Health. The therapy is tailored for you to achieve your goal. Working with you on exploring the unhelpful feelings and behaviour and to challenge unhelpful thoughts and beliefs. The therapy sessions are structured, focusses on achieving goals and allows you to explore emotions and strategies.
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Claire Sofowora - Hypnotherapy & CBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy, integrating evidence-based CBT principles with hypnotherapy and nervous system regulation.
I'm Claire, a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist with an MSc in Psychology and counselling skills certificate. You may feel anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. On the surface life may look “fine,” yet inside you feel disconnected, reactive, low in confidence, or unsure of your direction. You might be navigating a life transition, struggling with stress, self-sabotage, or finding it hard to regulate your emotions. You want to feel calmer, clearer, more in control of your inner world, and able to move forward with greater self-trust and emotional resilience.
I offer cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy, integrating evidence-based CBT principles with hypnotherapy and nervous system regulation.
I'm Claire, a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist with an MSc in Psychology and counselling skills certificate. You may feel anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. On the surface life may look “fine,” yet inside you feel disconnected, reactive, low in confidence, or unsure of your direction. You might be navigating a life transition, struggling with stress, self-sabotage, or finding it hard to regulate your emotions. You want to feel calmer, clearer, more in control of your inner world, and able to move forward with greater self-trust and emotional resilience.
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Lauran Ware
Psychotherapist, GMBPsS
1 Endorsed
West London, London W1U
Hi, I'm Lauran an Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, Emotional and Mental Wellness Therapist, Healer & Teacher. We exist with quiet confidence & inner knowing when our interiority is in alignment with our external lives.  My background in western Psychology has given me an amazing understanding of the diagnostic process, however, I believe true healing comes from looking at our emotional and mental lives and exploring deeply and insightfully the things that keep us emotionally regulated. I am strongly influenced by Jungian and existential schools. I work from Marylebone (W1) and Queens Park London (NW6) London.
Hi, I'm Lauran an Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, Emotional and Mental Wellness Therapist, Healer & Teacher. We exist with quiet confidence & inner knowing when our interiority is in alignment with our external lives.  My background in western Psychology has given me an amazing understanding of the diagnostic process, however, I believe true healing comes from looking at our emotional and mental lives and exploring deeply and insightfully the things that keep us emotionally regulated. I am strongly influenced by Jungian and existential schools. I work from Marylebone (W1) and Queens Park London (NW6) London.
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Audrey Stephenson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
West London, London W1W
Many of my clients are expert copers. People who have been "getting on with it" and "pushing through" all of their lives. They may have lives that look great from the outside, and feel lonely, disconnected and overwhelmed on the inside. Eventually that way of living becomes unsustainable. My clients want some inner peace and calm, connection with others, and freedom and confidence in being themselves. They leave therapy with a greater understanding of their lives, compassion for their struggles, and joy in who they have revealed themselves to be. I love the work - whether its with individuals, couples, triads, or groups.
Many of my clients are expert copers. People who have been "getting on with it" and "pushing through" all of their lives. They may have lives that look great from the outside, and feel lonely, disconnected and overwhelmed on the inside. Eventually that way of living becomes unsustainable. My clients want some inner peace and calm, connection with others, and freedom and confidence in being themselves. They leave therapy with a greater understanding of their lives, compassion for their struggles, and joy in who they have revealed themselves to be. I love the work - whether its with individuals, couples, triads, or groups.
020 3835 6182 View 020 3835 6182
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Darja Lukiniha
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
West London, London W3
I am a trauma informed integrative therapist, a hypno-psychotherapeutic counsellor and a hypnotherapist, combining Gestalt, Transaction Analysis, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Solution Focused work, EMR, psychoanalytic elements and Hypnotherapy.
You may be facing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, low self-worth, or the pain of difficult relationships. You may often feel disconnected from who you are and long for peace, clarity, and emotional safety. Many of my clients are working through attachment trauma, the effects of neglect and abuse in childhood, existential questions or depression. I work to help you reconnect with yourself, reduce anxiety, and build a life that feels connected, calm, meaningful and authentic. I offer a warm compassionate space for you to safely explore.
I am a trauma informed integrative therapist, a hypno-psychotherapeutic counsellor and a hypnotherapist, combining Gestalt, Transaction Analysis, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Solution Focused work, EMR, psychoanalytic elements and Hypnotherapy.
You may be facing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, low self-worth, or the pain of difficult relationships. You may often feel disconnected from who you are and long for peace, clarity, and emotional safety. Many of my clients are working through attachment trauma, the effects of neglect and abuse in childhood, existential questions or depression. I work to help you reconnect with yourself, reduce anxiety, and build a life that feels connected, calm, meaningful and authentic. I offer a warm compassionate space for you to safely explore.
020 4572 1263 View 020 4572 1263
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Where Is Your Mind? Life Coaching & Counselling
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
West London, London W1H
I am a highly trained Life coach and and have worked both in the Charity sector and in Private Practice. I help clients who are experiencing mental health difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues and I also use Psychometric Analysis to develop and improve Executive/business positions and work/life balance. My clients are often looking for a non-judgmental and safe listening space to express their concerns. I help clients pinpoint the root of their issue, use tools and coping mechanisms to improve and implement long term solutions.
I am a highly trained Life coach and and have worked both in the Charity sector and in Private Practice. I help clients who are experiencing mental health difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues and I also use Psychometric Analysis to develop and improve Executive/business positions and work/life balance. My clients are often looking for a non-judgmental and safe listening space to express their concerns. I help clients pinpoint the root of their issue, use tools and coping mechanisms to improve and implement long term solutions.
020 4538 3651 View 020 4538 3651
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Dr Cristian A Nica
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
West London, London W1G
HCPC-registered in clinical, counselling, health, and occupational psychology. Supervisor, I address all psychopathologies, providing services using eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST), the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result: a genuine approach for you to find a better way forward. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep life within reach.
HCPC-registered in clinical, counselling, health, and occupational psychology. Supervisor, I address all psychopathologies, providing services using eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST), the most effective and intuitive psychological framework. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result: a genuine approach for you to find a better way forward. My goal is to provide you with a strong mental platform and the skills to help you keep life within reach.
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Hypnotherapy Counsellors
How does hypnotherapy work?
Hypnotherapy works by using guided hypnosis to help you reach a state of focus and concentration through mental imagery and soothing verbal repetition. The state is somewhat like being absorbed in a book, a film, or your own thoughts. You are not under a therapist’s “control,” but they can help you relax and turn your attention inward to discover the resources to achieve behaviour change or better manage psychological concerns. Therapy sessions may involve guiding you through recognising a problem, releasing problematic thoughts about it, and considering and accepting more productive alternatives before returning to normal awareness. Hypnotherapy is typically used by a therapist along with traditional forms of talk therapy. Eventually, your therapist can help you learn hypnotherapy techniques yourself, so you can establish a stronger sense of control on your own in stressful or challenging moments.

Is hypnotherapy the same as hypnosis?
Hypnotherapy, which is sometimes called hypnotic suggestion, is a therapeutic technique in which a therapist uses hypnosis to help patients. It is not the kind of hypnosis portrayed in stage shows, or in movies or on television. You will not be unconscious or asleep during hypnotherapy, you will not lose control of yourself, your thoughts, or your free will, and you will be able to fully recall your experience. And while you will hear your therapist’s suggestions, it is always up to you to decide whether to act on them. Hypnosis by a trained mental-health professional is not a form of mind control, which is impossible to achieve anyway.

Can everyone be hypnotised?
The most common challenge of hypnotherapy is that as many as one in four people cannot be hypnotised. Brain imaging has confirmed differences in patterns of brain connectivity between those who respond to hypnotism and those who do not. Other people who could potentially be hypnotised may not respond to the technique because of their scepticism or resistance to entering a hypnotic state. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something you want to achieve.

Does hypnotherapy work?
Through hypnotherapy, you can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. Like other talk therapy techniques, when hypnotherapy succeeds, it’s a case of mind over matter. Effective hypnotherapy involves self-healing because you access resources you need to change inside of yourself and learn how to tap into them whenever you need. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, stress, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, and undesirable behaviours like smoking. It can be used to help improve sleep or to address relationship challenges, and to aid with pain management, digestive disorders, skin conditions, and the gastrointestinal side effects of pregnancy or chemotherapy.