Hypnosis: working with a response that a decision alone has not changed.

Why insight does not always change a reaction

You can know where a fear came from and still feel it. An explanation helps you understand the situation, but may not change how you experience it. Hypnotic work involves attention, imagery, sensations, and familiar expectations.

What hypnosis involves

Hypnosis is a focused state of attention in which you can engage with inner experience and suggestions for responding differently. In my practice, this may involve fear of judgment, emotional tension, internal conflicts, or recurring reactions. The method should fit the task.

What happens during a session

We begin by discussing the situation and agreeing on a goal. I then guide your attention using words, images, and sensations. You can describe what is happening, ask questions, and change the pace. Afterwards, we return to ordinary conversation and discuss what you noticed and what to do next.

If you have an analytical mind

Skepticism and questions are welcome. You do not need to agree with me or try to produce a particular state. We discuss your experience, adapt the approach, and assess what changes.

Working with emotional tension

One approach I use is emotional release work. We attend to feelings, bodily responses, and imagery. It can be part of an initial session or further work when it fits the task. We assess relief during a session separately from changes in the situation we are working on.

You remain aware and can stop

Hypnosis does not involve handing over control. You can hear me, decline a suggestion, open your eyes, or end an exercise. People differ in how they experience hypnosis.

Online sessions

I work by video. You need a private space, a comfortable chair, a reliable connection, and headphones. Before we begin, we agree on what to do if the connection drops. Do not drive or do anything else that requires your attention during a session.

When this format may not be appropriate

Please share relevant health conditions and current treatment before we begin. Hypnotherapy may be inappropriate during psychosis; assessment by your treating clinician comes first. An acute crisis or new, unexplained physical symptoms call for appropriate medical care.

What to expect

People vary in their responsiveness to hypnosis. Outcomes depend on the task, health, and other circumstances. Evidence differs across applications, so findings for one condition cannot be generalized to every life problem. We agree on a realistic task and review changes.

Questions you may have