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Professional
Hypnotherapy reaches parts “stage” hypnotists simply
cannot reach!
Copyright: Kishor
, Advanced Scientific Hypnotherapy Consultant and
Certified Instructor in Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis,
Consultant Editor, Hypnotherapy FAQS
When you are introduced to
hypnotherapy for the very first time, you may be a little
bit confused about what is involved. You may also be a
little bit wary about what hypnosis can do for you.
Many people initially find out about hypnosis from
television entertainment or stage hypnotism shows. A
participant is “made” to do “silly” things, for instance,
acting like a chicken or like a complete idiot.
Such “entertainment” shows invariably portray the hypnotist
as someone having “magical” powers. The hypnotist
demonstrates that he or she has complete control over the
participant’s mind.
The aim of the entertainer / hypnotist is to capture
audience attention, to entertain and to make money. That
suits the television company perfectly – they want a slice
of audience ratings and everything that goes with it (a
“star” attraction, sponsorships, advertising, press coverage
about their show, etc.)
Stage or TV hypnosis shows that are purely for
entertainment” purposes may do a great deal of injustice to
the profession of hypnotherapy.
Such shows create myths and many misconceptions: the
hypnotist has special power over your mind; he/she can make
you do things against your will; he/she may play hypnotic
“tricks” on your mind and you may not be able to recover
even after the show has finished; etc.
Having watched "entertainment hypnosis" shows, you may be
reluctant to seek a hypnotic intervention even though your
issue may be extremely debilitating. You may continue to
suffer in silence.
Professional Hypnotherapy is accepted as an alternative and
complementary therapy in the UK, USA and other
countries.
Hypnotherapist
(Hypnotist) - The USA Department of Labor
Directory of Occupational Titles, D.O.T. 079.157.010,
provides this definition:
"Hypnotherapist - Induces hypnotic state in
client to increase motivation or alter
behavior pattern through hypnosis.
Consults with client to determine the nature of problem.
Prepares client to enter hypnotic states by explaining
how hypnosis works and what client will experience.
Tests subject to determine degrees of physical and
emotional suggestibility. Induces hypnotic state in
client using individualized methods and techniques of
hypnosis based on interpretation of test results and
analysis of client's problem. May train client in
self-hypnosis conditioning."
Professional Hypnotherapy
Works ...
I know from personal
experience (having been at the receiving end of professional
hypnotherapy as well as offering advanced professional
hypnotherapy to clients) that nothing could be further from
the “truth” portrayed by stage or TV entertainment shows.
Professional hypnotherapy offers amazing, life changing
experiences. After your hypnotherapy, you may continue to
notice profound and wonderful changes as days go by.
Helping others …
I developed a passion to help others because hypnosis
really works.
One of the key ways of helping people is to educate them
about professional hypnotherapy and to contrast this clearly
with stage hypnosis.
A lot of people will continue to shy away from seeking
hypnotic interventions for "real issues" as long as they
associate hypnosis with frivolous stage or TV shows. That
is not to say that all TV or stage hypnotism shows are bad
for the hypnotherapy profession. There are some
exceptions to the normal "silly entertainment" hypnosis
shows. In fact, a number of wonderful stage hypnotists have
provided techniques that form a part of professional
hypnotherapy training. In other words, stage or TV hypnosis
of itself doesn't do any harm - the harm is caused when
thoughtless shows portray hypnosis just as a laughing
matter. That is what is likely to prevent real people with
real issues from seeking help in making a real difference to
their lives.
Perhaps such shows should carry a Health
Warning: "This hypnosis show is purely for
entertainment purposes - it has nothing to do with
professional hypnotherapy."
Professional Hypnotherapy dispels common
misconceptions about hypnotherapy (the stage variety
type).
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You don't
fall asleep
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You don't
lose control
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The Hypnotist
doesn't have special or magical powers
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You don't
remain in hypnosis for longer than you want (in other
words, you always come out of hypnosis)
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You remain
relaxed but alert
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You can't be
forced to do things against your will (dancing like a
chicken, etc.)
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You can't be
forced to reveal secrets
Professional
Hypnosis is a wonderful experience - it helps you make
the changes that you really want to make - easily,
painlessly and quickly. You don't have to suffer in silence.
You can enjoy life to the full - you don't have to put up
with issues that can be resolved.
Copyright, 2006/8: KK
Advanced Scientific and Clinical Hypnotherapy Consultant
Certified Instructor in Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis
Board Certified Hypnotist
NLP Master Practitioner
Certified Trainer of NLP
Stress Relief and Stress Management Workshops
Corporate and Professional Motivation Workshops
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