I will look at some of the benefits of using hypnosis as a treatment, at some of the conditions it can be used to treat and at how it can be used as an everyday tool to enrich people’s lives. I hope to then discuss the role of relaxation in hypnotherapy and explain some of the techniques used and the benefits of deep relaxation as a tool to complement therapy and as a stand alone form separate from the therapy element. Firstly, we have to try and understand what hypnotherapy is. Once this is established we can start to look at the psychological and physical aspects of the effects, facts and uses of hypnotherapy. In the modern world we are fortunate to benefit from advances in neurological equipment that has led us to a greater understanding of how the brain works, the differences in brain waves and neurological activity and therefore have an increased knowledge in the area incorporating hypnotherapy.
Hypnotherapy is usually delivered with the client’s eyes closed therefore the communication styles normally adopted are more difficult. Only 7% of our communication is verbal, with tone and volume being 38% and body language 55% (Chrysalis module 2), so words have to be chosen and used with care. It is important that the client is relaxed before any hypnotic intervention can begin and therefore the initial assessment and subsequent sessions enable the therapist to assess the persons preferences so they are able to use appropriate language and modalities to assist the person to relax. The brain is a powerful organ and the ability to imagine and experience what we are thinking about enables hypnotherapy to take place but can equally be a damaging process if the client imagines a frightening or anxiety provoking situation. For example, it would not be helpful to encourage a client to imagine diving in a clear sea if they are afraid of water, or walking through a summer meadow if they have hay fever.
The initial consultation is a chance for the person receiving therapy to understand is going to happen during hypnosis and what they can expect from the treatment An initial consultation form could be sent to clients to fill and return before the interview in order to give the therapist a better idea of the questions to ask when they meet. The questions asked in a initial consultation form should cover basic details such as the clients name and address and it is important to remember to ask what name they like to be known by and what is a suitable time to make contact and whether or not it is appropriate to contact them on the numbers given, there are clients who would perhaps not want to be contacted on a work number or in the evening in front of their family and it is important their wishes are respected as a matter of confidentiality. Many people are still wary of this kind of therapy and have misconceptions on how much control they have during the session and a usual concern for clients to have is could they be made to anything they wouldn’t do normally such as cluck like a chicken every time they hear the word lotto. This is a good opportunity to build up a rapport with the client and discuss any fears they might have and to reassure them. The client will often feel vulnerable and is to all intents laying bare inner secrets that would not normally share with a complete stranger so by reassuring
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What is Hypnosis? Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in Hypnotherapy Introduction Healing by an altered state of awareness is amongst the oldest phenomena known to man. It could also be described as the original psychological therapy and somewhat more contentiously, as the basis for many of the more recent styles of psychological intervention. Referred to as Hypnosis, this phenomena is widely accepted as an effective method by which we may access our inner potential. The state of mind referred to can be brought about by a trained professional who may utilise the resultant state of mind to encourage beneficial change to occur.
Tricia Richardson Course Code :- Leeds1S Tutor : Sue Rowlands Number of words: 2,034 “What is Hypnosis?” Describe the Psychological and Physical aspects of Hypnosis and discuss the role of Relaxation in Hypnotherapy. We now know that Hypnosis can have significant measurable psychological and physically positive effects on both the mind and body which can support improved health and wellbeing outcomes. These effects will be discussed during this course of this assignment. By way of an introduction to the essay subject it is useful to first look at a definition for the process of hypnosis. There are a huge range of definitions and statements used by varying medical bodies, individuals, and societies to describe ‘Hypnosis’ or the ‘Hypnotic State’.
Hypnosis can be a very powerful and effective tool, when used correctly, it is essential that a therapist uses the most personalized and precise script for the right person. Old style hypnotists had a very different style, they were very authoritative and often commanded their clients into a trance. They didn’t have particularly good relationships with clients. Clients were pretty much instructed to do as they were told. People today for whatever reason, consider hypnosis for a variety of problems - weight loss ,confidence issues, addiction treatment etc... and will not accept this type of behavior from a therapist - they need and expect to be treated with respect.
I will also be talking about two hypnotic styles that are permissive and authoritarian and describe their importance in the role of personalised induction. To finish off I will finally talk about mental health and how it may backfire. Some points that are taken into account when doing personalised induction are: * Every person is different in their own ways. * They also have different likes and dislikes. * They come from different cultural backgrounds and not have the same upbringings.
2248 words What Is Hypnosis? 1 This essay will attempt to explain what hypnosis is by discussing the technical processes used and some physical and psychological changes that occur to a subject when they are hypnotised. Some common myths and truths surrounding hypnosis will be explored as well as a brief history of hypnosis being told, including how it started and developed into a professional therapy that is used today. The potential for hypnotherapy to alleviate illness, change behaviour and work as a mind and body inclusive therapeutic treatment will be explored. Where hypnosis, as an alternative therapy stands with gaining acceptance from the medical model and it being offered as an NHS treatment will be discussed.
A Personalised induction will always be more effective Introduction In my essay I will argue that I think a personalised induction will always be more effective. Main Essay Reasons for a Personalised Induction What is a Personalised Induction? A personalised induction is a hypnotic induction tailored to suit a specific individual. We use them because people are individuals and deserve the personal touch. I think there are many reasons why a personalised induction is more effective.