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<![CDATA[The Hypnosis Clinic | Hypnotherapy | Psychotherapy | Counselling - Blog]]>Mon, 29 Apr 2024 08:38:50 +0800Weebly<![CDATA[Hypnotherapy and stress]]>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:24:41 GMThttp://hypnosisclinic.sg/blog/hypnotherapy-and-stressHypnotherapy is a form of therapy that uses guided relaxation techniques to help individuals achieve a focused and deeply relaxed state of mind. When it comes to stress, hypnotherapy aims to address the root causes of stress and promote relaxation and positive change.

During a hypnotherapy session for stress, a trained hypnotherapist will guide you into a state of deep relaxation. In this state, your subconscious mind becomes more open and receptive to suggestions. The hypnotherapist may use various techniques, such as visualizations, positive affirmations, and suggestions for relaxation and stress reduction.

Hypnotherapy can help you identify and address the underlying causes of stress, such as negative thought patterns or past experiences. By accessing your subconscious mind, it is possible to reframe your thoughts and beliefs about stress, promoting a more positive and relaxed mindset, this is where the use of the science of hypnosis works best.

It’s important to note that hypnotherapy maybe used as an integrative therapy and should be done by a trained and certified hypnotherapist.]]><![CDATA[The Power of Hypnosis: Exploring Its Effectiveness]]>Mon, 12 Jun 2023 07:40:55 GMThttp://hypnosisclinic.sg/blog/the-power-of-hypnosis-exploring-its-effectivenessIntroduction:
Hypnosis is a practice that has captivated the human imagination for centuries. Often portrayed in popular media as a tool for mind control or entertainment, hypnosis actually holds a deeper purpose. Beyond the stage shows and the misconceptions lies a therapeutic technique that has gained recognition for its potential effectiveness in various areas of personal growth and well-being. In this blog, we will delve into the world of hypnosis, exploring its effectiveness as a therapeutic tool.

Understanding Hypnosis:
Hypnosis is a state of focused attention and heightened suggestibility, where an individual enters a trance-like state. In this state, the person becomes more receptive to suggestions and is often guided by a trained hypnotherapist. Contrary to common misconceptions, hypnosis is not about losing control or being unconscious. Instead, it is a collaborative process where the person retains their awareness and can choose to accept or reject suggestions given to them.

Harnessing the Power of the Mind:
The effectiveness of hypnosis lies in its ability to tap into the power of the mind and influence thought patterns, emotions, and behaviours. By accessing the subconscious mind, which is believed to be more receptive to change, hypnosis can help individuals overcome various challenges and achieve personal growth.

1. Behaviour Modification:
Hypnosis has shown promise in aiding behaviour modification. It can be used to address habits like smoking cessation, weight management, or nail-biting by suggesting new behaviours and reinforcing positive changes at a subconscious level. The heightened suggestibility in the hypnotic state can facilitate the adoption of healthier habits and the release of unwanted behaviours.

2. Anxiety and Stress Reduction:
The state of deep relaxation induced by hypnosis can be instrumental in alleviating anxiety and stress. By accessing the subconscious mind, hypnotherapy can help individuals reframe negative thought patterns, reduce irrational fears, and promote a sense of calmness. It can also equip individuals with effective coping mechanisms to manage stressors in their daily lives.

3. Pain Management:
Hypnosis has shown potential in managing various types of pain. Through techniques like guided imagery and suggestion, it can help individuals reframe their perception of pain, enhance relaxation, and promote a sense of control. While not a standalone replacement for medical treatments, hypnosis can be a complementary approach for pain management.

4. Self-Exploration and Personal Growth:
Hypnosis can be a powerful tool for self-exploration and personal growth. By accessing the subconscious mind, individuals can gain insights into their underlying beliefs, motivations, and unresolved emotions. Hypnotherapy can facilitate inner healing, boost self-confidence, and foster positive personal transformations.

Conclusion:
While hypnosis may not be a magical cure-all, its potential effectiveness as a therapeutic tool is increasingly recognised. The power of suggestion, coupled with the deep relaxation and focused attention induced by hypnosis, can create a fertile ground for personal change and growth. However, it's essential to work with a trained and ethical hypnotherapist who can tailor the approach to individual needs. By harnessing the power of the mind, hypnosis offers a unique avenue for individuals to overcome challenges, achieve personal goals, and embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.]]><![CDATA[Why a hypnotherapist needs to be certified?]]>Fri, 21 Feb 2020 04:00:00 GMThttp://hypnosisclinic.sg/blog/why-a-hypnotherapist-needs-to-be-certifiedCertifications are evidences to assure that practicing hypnotherapists adhere to professional and ethical standards, which are important as it protects both you and your client.
Examples of governing bodies that provide hypnotherapy certifications include
Association of Hypnosis Professionals Singapore (AHPS)
National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH)
International Association of Counsellors & Therapists (IACT)

These bodies self-monitor and evaluate the hypnotherapy industry. Additionally, they define and set baselines for what it takes for someone to practice hypnotherapy.
To earn a certification, you must meet these basic guidelines (which is about 250 hours or more of coursework and in-person training).

Earning a certification can provide you with immense personal & professional rewards:

Credibility for Practicing Hypnotherapy – Being certified means that you have gone through the rigorous and strict training required, which allows your client to trust your skills in hypnotherapy.
Relevant Hypnotic Skills and Knowledge- Through training in order to get your certification, you will be equipped with the latest research, newest findings and fresh insights regarding hypnosis and hypnotherapy. Enhancing your interest towards hypnosis on a personal level and depth of knowledge about hypnosis on a professional level.
Networking & Support – Becoming certified allows you to open the pathways to become members of governing bodies, where you can get to meet and stay connected with practicing hypnotherapists. This may even provide you an opportunity to expand your practice.

Interested in becoming a certified hypnotherapist, find out more at thehypnosis.school

]]><![CDATA[Types of Hypnosis]]>Fri, 17 Jan 2020 03:30:00 GMThttp://hypnosisclinic.sg/blog/types-of-hypnosisHypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy is a form of holistic method of treatment. It involves the assistance of a hypnotherapist to allow the client to achieve the state of hypnosis. Treatment is with the basis of attaining the personal goals of the client.

Advertising Hypnosis
Advertising hypnosis is for the purpose of marketing a particular product or brand. Ever wondered why companies pay so much for advertisements? Our subconscious actually detects and absorbs information on the streets. Over time, information retrieved becomes familiar and retains in the subconscious. When making a conscious decision, our conscious draws out information from the subconscious and that is when you fall into the trap of advertisements. Advertisement is unbelievable but indeed also a form of hypnosis.

Stage Hypnosis
Stage hypnosis is used for entertainment purposes. It is often implemented in a comedic manner to capture the attention of audiences and leave a lasting impact on audiences. Suggestions of stage hypnosis are designed to elicit a more physical/external response (for people to watch). Suggestion of stage hypnosis also only last for the duration of the show. Stage hypnosis is practiced by magicians and actors.

Self-hypnosis
Self-hypnosis is performed by oneself to achieve a deep state of relaxation. Self-hypnosis allows the mind to relax and reach a hypnotic state without a hypnotherapist. Suggestions and commands can be made by you, or by additional guiding hypnosis tools, e.g., self-hypnosis scripts, videos, music, etc. Self-hypnosis can be learnt and developed, often used as self-management techniques for stress.

Interested in learning self-hypnosis for a better you? Find out more at www.hypnosisschool.com.sg

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The process of a hypnotherapy session mainly consists of 5 stages.

1. Introduction
This stage is basically a getting to know each other phase. The hypnotherapist will introduce themselves to you and you introducing yourself to the hypnotherapist.
This stage facilitates the understanding your presenting issues and your expectations and goals of coming for hypnotherapy. The hypnotherapist will often gather some basic information, e.g any past experience with hypnosis or hypnotherapy, family background, any medical conditions, how long have you been dealing with the presenting issue, etc. You may also seek to clarify any doubts or concerns regarding hypnosis and hypnotherapy

2. Induction
Induction involves encouraging and preparing you to enter into the state of hypnosis. The use of relaxation techniques are often implemented at this stage. The goal of this stage is to allow you to relax yourself, getting rid of any tension felt.

3. Deepening
Deepening involves getting you into a deeper state of hypnosis. Deepening the state of hypnosis prepares the unconscious mind to be more receptive to new suggestions. The hypnotherapist would usually achieve this by continuing or reinforcing the process of induction. The aim of this stage is to ensure that you are in the state of hypnosis.

4. Intervention
Intervention is the stage where suggestions are delivered to your unconscious. This is what helps you to achieve your desired outcome from hypnotherapy. Suggestions can be discussed and agreed upon with the hypnotherapist.

5. Awakening
Awakening is the stage when you awaken from the state of hypnosis. This stage of awakening is done gradually and slowly, so as to ensure that you safely return to your state of consciousness.

Each stage described above plays an important role in facilitating the achievement of your desired goal from hypnotherapy.

I hope that I have given you a better understanding and clarify your doubts regarding the process of the hypnotherapy session.

]]><![CDATA[types of hypnotherapy]]>Fri, 15 Nov 2019 22:00:00 GMThttp://hypnosisclinic.sg/blog/types-of-hypnotherapyHypnotherapy comprises of three main categories;

1. Cognitive Hypnotherapy
Cognitive hypnotherapy incorporates hypnosis to ensure that the subconscious is in check with the conscious and its understanding of the current reality. The technique draws influence from the client’s personal goals, values and needs. Cognitive hypnotherapy can be used for many concerns but is particularly helpful for phobias and anxiety.

2. Ericksonian Hypnotherapy
Ericksonian hypnotherapy involves the active participation and the involvement of the client to achieve self-identified therapeutic goals. Ericksonian hypnotherapy believes that clients have the capacity to solve their own issues through exploration and vagueness. It comprises of techniques of indirect suggestion and storytelling to alter behaviour.

3. Psychodynamic Hypnotherapy
Psychodynamic Hypnotherapy is a more traditional form of hypnotherapy. It focuses on dealing with past issues and the achievement of therapeutic goals is facilitated by the hypnotherapist. Psychodynamic Hypnotherapy can be used to look at more deep-seated issues and may be helpful for those who feel they would benefit from more intensive work.

Hypnotherapy in itself can be differentiated into many practices. If you have given hypnotherapy a try before and felt that it may not be for you, it may be due to the unsuitable delivery method of hypnotherapy.

]]><![CDATA[Hypnosis VS Hypnotherapy]]>Wed, 16 Oct 2019 01:00:00 GMThttp://hypnosisclinic.sg/blog/hypnosis-vs-hypnotherapy

Hypnosis
-State of mind
-For the facilitation of modified and concentrated attention that allows the one to engage in new ways of thinking and of experiencing new possibilities of self-control.

Hypnotherapy
-Therapeutic modality
-For the facilitation or attainment of client’s or patient’s individual goals

Its main difference is the involvement of another person.

Hypnosis can happen without any deliberate effort on the part of the individual.
Consequently, hypnotherapy involves the psychological functioning of a subject by whom he or she succeeds in abstracting the surrounding reality while keeping in relation with the “other person” (hypnotherapist). In hypnotherapy, it requires a part of “letting go” from the individual and allowing the “other person” (hypnotherapist) to be in control.

In conclusion, hypnotherapy has the main purpose of facilitating change through the induction of hypnosis. While, hypnosis is simply a natural occurring state that serves innate functions without any intended purpose.

I hope that this blog have assisted you in better understanding and clarifying what hypnosis and hypnotherapy is.

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Hypnotherapy is the use of hypnosis for the treatment and alleviation of a variety of physical and psychological symptoms. Hypnosis allows you to experience deep levels of relaxation and so helps to reduce levels of stress and anxiety.

Understanding how the mind functions, the use of Hypnosis for stress and anxiety is a very effective tool in overcoming your level of emotional discomforts. The subconscious mind functions by visualisation and hence, using this knowledge, a right dose of imagination and suggestion can assist your mind to slow down and attain a level of deeper quietness, hence enabling you to manage the level of stress and anxiety.

James was plagued with anxiety due to work and his working relationships with his colleagues. This anxiety built up so much in recent weeks that it almost paralysed him whenever he leaves home for work - He was feeling very tearful and in a complete state of panic. James could not understand why he feels this way. He knew he had to resolve this issue, as he needs to get his work-life restored. After some research and reflection, he decided to make an appointment to consult me at the clinic. I took some time to understand his real issues that had caused him to feel the way he did. I suggested hypnotherapy for stress and anxiety to overcome his emotional state and restore him. In just a session, he felt more relieved. I worked with James to provide him with a longer term solution to manage his stress levels.

Stress and anxiety are areas where hypnotherapy can be highly effective in generating positive and beneficial change. It will also be good for you to speak to a professional who is willing to listen to your issues and then assist you to identify the core cause of your issues of stress. A good Hypnotherapist trained in behavioural approaches will be able to address your unhelpful habitual responses. People get into a routine behaviour when faced with certain environment and issues, hence easily accustomed with a 'set response'. Many times, you are caught up with self-suggestion on how to deal with the issue. Hence, what you think, will be how you will naturally respond. Therefore, creating a higher level of stress when coping with issues that we feel that may be demanding on us.

Hypnotherapy for stress and anxiety helps to overcome this very same issue by using the power of suggestion and the use of the imaginative & powerful subconscious mind, thus reducing your experience of stress to a more manageable level.

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