Many people turn to hypnosis to help with issues from irritable bowel syndrome to anxiety or smoking cessation. For those who have never been to a hypnotherapist before, an upcoming hypnosis appointment may evoke curiosity and a bit of anxiety. Below are three tips to help you prepare for an appointment and ensure you enjoy the many benefits of this practice.
How to Prepare for Hypnosis
1. Turn Off Distractions
To enjoy the unique experience of hypnosis, it’s crucial that you focus on the task at hand by minimizing distractions. Before walking into a hypnotherapist's office, make sure that your phone is on silent or airplane mode and that there are no alarms set. Hearing these sudden sounds can interrupt the hypnotic state and mitigate the benefits of a session.
2. Ask Others What to Expect
If you’re scared about the first appointment, ask friends or family members who received hypnosis treatment what you should expect to happen during the session to calm your fears. You’ll likely fill out health history forms and state current concerns that you’d like to address before talking with the hypnotherapist about their specific methods, experience, and expectations. Then, they’ll hypnotize you through visual imagery and guided meditation. After the session, you may receive directions to follow until the next session to further enhance the perks of hypnosis.
3. Dress Comfortably
If you’re going to a hypnosis session after work, bring comfortable clothes to change into, as relaxation is a key part of this practice. Be sure you’ll be comfortable temperature-wise by bringing a cozy sweater, as being too cold or too hot can limit the effects of the hypnosis by bringing your attention to the body instead of the hypnotherapist’s words.
Whether you want to stop smoking, minimize stress, or address specific fears, you can benefit from a hypnosis session at Hypnotic Solutions in the Greater Cincinnati area. Backed by over 30 years of experience, certified hypnotherapist uses methods such as acupressure, emotional freedom techniques, and hypnosis to guide clients toward a sense of well-being. Call (513) 205-5669 or visit the website for information on the benefits of hypnosis.