Miscellaneous

What is clinical hypnosis?

Clinical hypnosis is a therapeutic technique that uses guided relaxation, focused attention, and suggestion to help individuals achieve a heightened state of awareness, often refer ...

What is "trance capacity"?

"Trance Capacity" generally refers to the aptitude of an individual to achieve hypnosis or "trance".You can read more on this subject in the “Arons Depth Scale” section of Hypnotec ...

What is hypnotherapy used for?

Hypnotherapy is used for a variety of purposes, primarily to help individuals make positive changes in their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Common uses include:Stress and Anxie ...

My friends tried hypnosis and it didn't work. It's fake, right?

Okay, let's unravel this before we jump to any conclusions. There are lots of reasons your friend might have had a less than ideal experience.What were the credentials of the hypno ...

What is "Kappasinian" hypnotherapy?

John Kappas was a pioneering figure in hypnotherapy, known for founding the Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI) and developing influential theories and techniques used in clinical ...

Is it okay for a Christian to be hypnotized?

I hear this question frequently and I cannot answer for you. It depends on your own beliefs and the teachings of the church you belong to. My best advice is for you to talk it over ...

Can I take the suggestibility test (or other tests) online?

Absolutely! Please do! You can take the Kappasinian E&P (Emotional/Physical) test on the Hypnotechs site at: https://hypnotechs.com/resources/suggestibility and the Kappasinian ...

What percentage of clients respond to hypnotherapy?

Roughly 75% of patients initially respond to therapy. Of these, more than 80% maintain their improvement over time while the majority of the remaining 20% or so claim that deterior ...

Can hypnosis get rid of anxiety?

Hypnosis can be used as a tool to help manage and reduce anxiety, but its effectiveness varies from person to person. Here are some key points:How hypnosis helps: Hypnosis aims to ...

What do you mean by "stage hypnosis"?

Stage hypnosis can encompass several types of performances.The most obvious is probably the stage shows you see at the fair, in a club, at a corporate event or even at a graduation ...

Can I try hypnosis even if I don't need/want therapy?

That's fine.Sometimes you just want to try something. I get it. We still have to do all the required paperwork, but if you don't have anything specific to work on that's completely ...

I can't be hypnotized...

It's a little known fact that hypnosis works with anyone who has average or better intelligence and even the tiniest bit of imagination. Period.So, if you "can't be hypnotized", we ...

Can hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) be used together?

Yes, hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can be used together, and this combination is sometimes referred to as Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapy (CBH). Integrating hy ...

What is "street hypnosis"?

Street hypnosis is a form of hypnosis performed in public places, often on unsuspecting or willing passersby. It involves a hypnotist using quick, simple techniques to induce a tra ...

What is hypnosis and how is it done?

Hypnosis is a state of intense concentration or focused attention marked by increased suggestibility. The hypnotic trance state is created by way of an "induction". An induction is ...

Is hypnosis just New Age rubbish?

Hypnosis is not just New Age rubbish. It is a well-studied psychological technique that has been used for many years in both clinical and therapeutic settings. Here’s a clear break ...

What is "Ericksonian" hypnotherapy?

Ericksonian hypnotherapy is a form of hypnosis developed by Milton H. Erickson, a psychiatrist and psychologist. It differs from traditional hypnosis in several key ways:Indirect s ...

Is hypnosis better than Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) are different approaches used for various psychological and behavioral issues. Whether one is "better" than the other depends on th ...