Frequently Asked Questions
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Here’s a list of frequently asked questions regarding hypnosis and the coaching process. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to ask your Hypnotist and Coach, or reach out to the ATHAC Hypnotism & Life Coaching team for assistance.
What is Hypnotism? Is Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy same? Or, they are different?
Hypnotism is the study, practice, and application of hypnosis. It is accepted as an alternative and/or complementary approach to health and wellness because of its holistic (mind-body-spirit) benefits to mankind and also is popular in public as a performing art for entertainment such as stage hypnosis, street performance, TV shows, or movies. Here we will be focusing only on professional hypnosis because that's what we do at ATHAC, Inc.
Hypnosis and hypnotherapy are used interchangeably in professional hypnotism, though they are literally not the same but used synonymously. Hypnosis is a more commonly used word for hypnotism and hypnotherapy. Hypnosis is a state of consciousness and is used by hypnotists as a tool to help their clients succeed. Hypnotherapy is the term used by psychologists and medical practitioners for their clinical and therapeutic application in the treatment of their patients.
Professional Hypnotists prefer to use hypnosis while working with their clients. If Hypnotists apply hypnosis with the treatment plan provided by (or in referral from) the psychologists/medical providers, it is considered hypnotherapy. The same work done without a referral from medical providers is considered hypnosis work.
What does hypnosis feel like?
Hypnosis is a state of consciousness, it does not feel like anything by itself. Usually, you will feel relaxed while doing hypnosis because hypnotists used to suggest their clients relax. People will have different subjective descriptions of it. Some people will say it feels like their body is heavily relaxed, others experience a tingling sensation, and instead of being heavy and relaxed, some people feel light and float. So, the subjective experience of hypnosis is not a reliable measurement. Although some techniques are very active, you may speak with the hypnotist during your session. Hypnosis in and of itself is a pleasant experience. It is a time to let go of the other thoughts of the day and focus on the issues you came in to work on.
How can hypnosis help you?
Your subconscious mind is who you are. It is the smartest, sharpest, quickest, and most intuitive part of the human mind, which makes up around 95% of your brain. It handles everything the body needs to function properly; breathing, eating, digesting, and making memories, including all voluntary and involuntary functions of the human body. With the help of hypnosis, allows the subconscious mind to use new ideas to resolve your problems. Hypnosis helps you gain control over behaviors you would like to change. It helps you reduce your stress, anxiety, pain, fear, depression, and any other such emotional and behavioral problems.
Is Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy Safe?
Hypnosis is safe. You are aware, and you have control in hypnosis. It is a heightened state of mind, where you are awake but focused on what you are willing to accept. Hypnosis is a natural state of mind that everyone has experienced naturally many times. Millions of people have safely experienced hypnosis.
Anyone with the least normal intelligence can easily go into hypnosis without any difficulty. You can too! It’s a state of mind that everyone has already experienced in our day-to-day life. Hypnosis is such a natural state of mind that most people usually don't even realize that they are hypnotized. Scientists, medical professionals, psychologists, and professional hypnotists have been using hypnosis for over 200 years, and no one has ever been hurt by simply going into hypnosis.
Will the client have any awareness during the complete Hypnosis session?
Yes, you will be aware during your complete hypnosis session.
What are the myths or false information about Hypnosis?
Hypnosis is sleep. It is relaxation. False
Hypnosis and meditation are the same. False
You can be hypnotized against your will. False
You lose your consciousness in hypnosis. False
People may sometimes get struck in hypnosis. False
Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy has its roots in the occult. False
Holistic (Mind-Body-Spirit) transformation is not possible through hypnosis and coaching. False
Hypnosis can not bring alterations in perceptions and can not bring change in subjective experiences. False
You don't have control over hypnosis. You're under the control of your Hypnotist when you're hypnotized. False
Hypnosis is nothing but mind control and brainwashing. False
Behavior change is not possible through hypnosis and coaching. False
Hypnosis and Coma - Both the states are the same. False
A client reveals all their secrets during hypnosis. False
Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy is a tool of the devil. False
A feeble-minded person can be hypnotized easily. False
Hypnotists can not change emotions, feelings, thoughts, and behaviors through hypnosis. False
A dominant voice and penetrative eyes are prerequisites for becoming a Hypnotist. False
Will you make me do something with which I am not comfortable?
No, all of the applied hypnosis techniques are safe, easy, and comfortable. You will be informed about the process, and everything is done with your consent. You will be aware and you can take control of your every session. The Professionals are to assist you achieve your desired goals.
You don't do things like quack like a duck or cluck like a chicken. Those are done in entertainment hypnosis like movies, shows, or stage hypnosis, not in professional hypnosis/hypnotherapy.
Do you accept my insurance?
No, we don't accept insurance. We accept debit, credit, cash, and other online payments available in our site.
