How do I choose a hypnotherapist?
As with choosing any health care professional, you should look for a hypnotherapist that is experienced and has a way of working that you feel completely comfortable with. You must feel safe enough with your hypnotherapist to seek resolution of whatever issue(s) you want to work on. In addition, you might want to check that you also like the sound of their voice and are comfortable with their communication skills.
Hence, for any of these reasons, if after you speak to me, you believe I might not be the right hypnotherapist for you, I will be happy to recommend other hypnotherapists that you may feel more comfortable working with.

Can everyone be hypnotised?
Hypnosis is a natural state that everyone goes into on a regular basis. Have you ever been engrossed in a movie or a book? Those are natural trances. So, as long as you are willing to go into hypnosis you will.

Will I say things that I do not want to say?
No, when in trance, you are in full control. Your unconscious mind is always protecting you, and as a consequence, it will only reveal what you choose to reveal, and what is necessary for the problem to be solved; and only to the extent that you can handle it.

Are there any side effects?
Hypnosis is a natural and resourceful state. Hence, the only side effects you may experience after a session is to feel more relaxed and empowered than before. In fact, the “worst” that can happen is that you fall asleep ...

Will I remember anything of the session afterwards?
Different people experience and remember different things. In general you will recall the process and what was said but you may have forgotten some of the session consciously. Unconsciously you remember everything.

How many sessions should I have?
It depends on you and the presenting issue you want to resolve, as everyone is different and makes changes at their own pace. It tends to vary between one and six sessions, with an average between two and three.

How quickly does it work?
Again everyone is different. However change starts occurring from the first session.