FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What exactly is hypnosis?
Hypnosis is a natural state where the participant has heightened focus and concentration. The participant is in control at all times, but just extremely relaxed and calm, bypassing the conscious thinking mind. A person cannot be forced to do anything that is against his/her core beliefs. By inducing a trance-like state, the hypnotist can simple guide a client out of the sympathetic fight or flight state of mind to a parasympathetic healing state of mind.
Why Hypnosis?
Hypnosis has been used effectively for centuries for an almost endless list of issues and concerns. Today hypnosis is recognized as an important adjunct to modern medical, psychiatric, and psychological treatments. Hypnosis is a safe, effective and proven process for speeding and aiding recovery for clients facing surgical procedures as well as chronic and acute conditions. Clinical studies show that using hypnosis can accelerate recovery, reduce need for medication, improve your mental and physical condition before, during and after an operation, ease pain, reduce fears and improve immune function. The Harvard Mental Health Update reports that 80% of all doctor’s office visits are stress related. Specialists at Mayo Clinic recognize that many complementary and alternative medical treatments, such as hypnosis, can help promote physical, mental and spiritual wellness. M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston currently is offering selective surgeries like lumpectomy using hypnosis instead of anesthesia to patients. Their complementary medicine offerings include acupuncture, yoga, massage, stress reduction techniques including qigong and hypnosis.
The practice of hypnosis is not regulated at the federal level. This means educational institutions and professional certifying boards set their standards for minimum academic requirements, scope of practice, code of ethics, postgraduate studies and continuing education.
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Hypnosis is an art form based on scientific methods. Just as an education in medicine, massage therapy or even counseling requires practical skills development with a clinical supervisor, so does hypnotherapy. You simply cannot learn it sufficiently from a book, some DVDs and a few online presentations. In 2010 new standards were established which require a minimum of 400 hours of training before certification as a medical support hypnotherapist fellow with the International Board of Hypnotherapy. Before consumers employ the services of a hypnotist, I recommend they confirm that the practitioner has between 300 and 600 hours of actual on-site training in hypnosis from a state-licensed school. Hypnosis is neither the practice of medicine nor psychology, so regardless of anyone’s prior academic education in related topics (medicine, counseling or social work), the hypnotist practitioner still needs comprehensive education in actual hypnosis techniques in order to be competent.
What can hypnosis be used for?
Pain or symptom reduction
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Accelerated Healing
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Back pain
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Blood pressure
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Chemotherapy or radiation symptom reduction:
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Chronic Pain
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Digestion problems
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Dental Procedures
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Fibromyalgia
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Fracture accelerated healing or pain reduction
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Headaches
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Morning Sickness
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Natural Childbirth
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Overactive Bladder/Urinary urgency
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Skin Conditions
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Stress reduction
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Surgical Prep, Recovery
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Chronic Pain Control – With the epidemic opioid addiction problem, people have been searching for a non-addictive, safe approach to pain control. You can manage your pain and discomfort using the power of your subconscious. Hypnosis enables you to release endorphins into your body which naturally block pain. By unlocking the power of your mind through hypnosis you can receive benefits in treating many common pain and health issues including but not limited to back pain‚ headaches‚ digestive issues‚ arthritis‚ nausea‚ and cancer treatment related issues. It is essential to consult and have a referral from your doctor before making an appointment.
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Pre and Post Surgical Health - Hypnosis has been effectively used for pain control and anxiousness‚ before‚ during‚ and after surgeries‚ dental procedures and childbirth. The results vary from people experiencing no pain to very slight discomfort to having reduced need for anesthesia during the procedure. Clients who use hypnosis have seen a much more rapid window of recovery. For maximum effect, make an appointment at least two weeks prior to the procedure.
Life events
Weight Loss
Smoking Cessation
Insomnia
Fears and Phobias
Public Speaking
Trauma Reversal
Job Performance
Self-Esteem and Confidence
Stress and Anxiousness
Relationships
Procrastination/Decision Making
Relaxation
Goals, Motivation
Focus and Memory
Habits
Can hypnosis be harmful?
Hypnosis has been shown to help many people. There is no documentation of hypnosis harming anyone as long as administered by a trained professional who has knowledge of scope of practice suitable for hypnosis. Hypnosis is not a substitute for medical treatment for depression, anxiety disorders, or diagnosed clinical health issues unless utilized as an adjunct treatment coordinated with the medical physician.
Can a person get stuck in hypnosis?
No one has ever been “stuck” in hypnosis. A person may go into a deep trance and fall asleep, but will awake naturally.
Can a person be made to do something against their will in hypnosis?
Contrary to television shows and movies that depict a person being hypnotized to commit murder or a serious crime, a person cannot be hypnotized to perform any act against their core values.
Websites with more information
International Board of Hypnotherapy
http://internationalboardofhypnotherapy.com
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Hypnotherapy Academy of America
Disclaimer
Hypnosis is an educational and self-improvement process that facilitates access to a person's internal resources to assist him/her in solving problems, increasing motivation, or altering behavior patterns to create positive change.
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Hypnosis is not a substitute for medical treatment or psychotherapy. Marianne P. Garcia does not practice medicine or psychotherapy and her services are not a replacement for counseling, psychotherapy, psychiatric or medical treatment. No service or product provided is intended to diagnose or treat any disease or illness, psychological or mental health condition. Hypnosis as a medical support tool is used only as an adjunct to, not intended as a replacement for conventional medical treatment. Consultation with a licensed physician is required for any medical condition before medical support hypnosis services can be provided. Hypnosis is a proven, adjunctive method to complement such ongoing treatment and care, and coordination between the treating physician and the hypnotists enables a better outcome.
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Because hypnosis is a series of self-help skills and their effectiveness depends on the client, no guarantee can be made regarding results of their use. Just as any other self-help skill, the client must choose what is best for them. Hypnosis, just like any other self-help skills, may not be suitable for everyone. The first session comes with a money-back guarantee allowing you to decide if hypnosis is you. There really is no better way to discover if it is a fit for you except to book a session.