Hypnosis is considered a state of mind that involves focused attention and heightened awareness. Hypnosis occurs naturally; you could consider the act of reading a book, daydreaming, driving your car, watching a movie or other focused modes of attention to be considered a state of hypnosis. You naturally enter hypnotic states at various times throughout the day.

While hypnosis is a state of mind, hypnotherapy uses hypnosis for therapeutic treatment. In this state, a qualified therapist will guide you into a trance-like state of relaxation. In this state, your therapist will make suggestions to you to enable you to make the change you desire on a deeper level.

Not all experiences of hypnotherapy are the same. At Quietly Successful, we practice modern hypnotherapy without scripts! We use in-direct, gentle suggestions based on the works of Milton Erickson, which is a conversational form of hypnosis that is personalised for you. This means no two sessions of therapy are the same!

The form of hypnosis used on stage shows or in movies is very unlike the experience you will have when you experience hypnotherapy. Stage shows seek volunteers that are willing participants to be made fun of for entertainment purposes. During these shows, it may appear that participants are giving over all their control over to the hypnotist. This perception of hypnosis can be harmful and will be discussed in your first hypnotherapy session.

During a hypnotherapy session at Quietly Successful, there are no pocket watches, susceptibility tests, or handing your control over to the hypnotist. In fact, you remain in control of your experience at all times and you can simply choose to end a state of trance if ever you feel uncomfortable. Your therapist at Quietly Successful is bound by the Australian Hypnotherapist’s Association Code of Ethics, which establishes the guidelines for professional practice.

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