The initial consultation
Prior to any hypno-psychotherapy taking place there will be a consultation, where the issue or problem to be resolved is discussed and the relevant treatment

Medical considerations
Few medical conditions contra-indicate the use of hypnosis, though in some cases liaison with the client's medical practitioner may be appropriate. Almost everyone who wishes to be hypnotised can achieve a level of relaxation sufficient to allow therapy to take place

In the hypnotic state
While in hypnosis, the client is still generally aware of their surroundings and can choose to come out of hypnosis at any time. No responsible therapist would attempt to hypnotise anyone against their will, or encourage an individual to act against their natural inclination whilst in hypnosis

After the hypnosis session
At the end of the hypnosis, the client will be gently returned to the normal waking state. Most new clients are surprised at how far away the reality of hypnotherapy is from any prior expectation of 'mind control', and find the experience deeply relaxing



How many sessions will I need?
For most people, and depending on the purpose, only a few sessions are all that is necessary to effect change. Some issues may require additional sessions. Since hypnotherapy works with the unconscious mind rather than the conscious mind, change is effected at a far deeper level. Change is thereby rapid, and does not require many therapeutic sessions