Frequently Asked Questions
What does hypnosis feel like?
Hypnosis is often described as the feeling of being gently suspended between wakefulness and sleep. Many clients find the experience deeply relaxing and surprisingly enjoyable. While everyone’s experience of hypnosis is unique, it’s also a very familiar state—one we naturally enter every day.
You may notice it just before falling asleep at night, or when you’re so absorbed in something familiar or engaging that the outside world fades and the mind becomes calm and focused.
What does a typical session entail?
Each session is tailored to you and your unique needs however a typical a session is structured into three parts -pre talk where we discuss your concerns, hypnosis where you get to relax and listen to target therapeutic suggestions, debrief where we discuss insights, feedback and next steps.
Does hypnosis mean I lose control?
Hypnosis is not mind control; it’s a collaborative process. My role is to guide and support, while you remain in control of the journey—like a navigator suggesting a path while you decide where to go.
If a direction doesn’t suit you, you simply choose another.
Can anyone be hypnotised?
Yes. Everyone can benefit from hypnosis, even if they don’t experience what feels like a “deep” trance. Some people describe feeling very absorbed or “far away,” while others remain more aware of their surroundings—both experiences are completely normal and equally effective. Depth of trance does not determine results.
It’s common to believe that being strong-minded makes hypnosis impossible, however hypnotic states are a natural part of everyday life. Because these states occur naturally for everyone, hypnosis can be accessed by anyone willing to engage in the process.
How many sessions will I need?
Most concerns are typically supported over three to six sessions. While many people have been carrying their challenges for a long time, meaningful change often unfolds over more than one session. It’s common for clients to notice significant relief after the first session, however allowing time helps ensure changes are not only felt, but integrated and long-lasting. My aim is to support you to feel better and function better in everyday life.
What is Strategic Psychotherapy?
Strategic Psychotherapy is a goal-oriented form of therapy that focuses on identifying and changing the patterns, beliefs and behaviours that are maintaining a person’s current difficulties.
Rather than spending long periods analysing the past, it aims to create practical change in the present by helping people develop new ways of thinking, responding, and coping. It is often considered a brief therapy approach because treatment is typically targeted, structured, and focused on achievable outcomes.
Strategic psychotherapy explores:
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how a problem is functioning in a person’s life
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the subconscious patterns and protective strategies that may be reinforcing it
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the relationship between thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and nervous system responses
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practical strategies to interrupt unhelpful cycles and create change.