Clinical hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help individuals work with unhelpful thought patterns, habits and emotional responses. At Mind & Brain Hospital, hypnotherapy is integrated with psychiatric and psychological care according to individual clinical needs.
Clinical hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help a person enter a deeply relaxed yet focused state of awareness.
In this state, individuals may become more receptive to therapeutic suggestions, guided imagery and other structured psychological techniques.
Contrary to common myths, you remain conscious and aware during clinical hypnotherapy. You retain control throughout the session and can stop the session at any time.
Clinical hypnotherapy is not about losing control. It uses focused attention and relaxation within a structured therapeutic setting.
Clinical hypnotherapy may be incorporated into treatment plans for selected emotional, behavioural and psychosomatic concerns.
Support management of excessive worry, physical tension, anticipatory anxiety and panic symptoms.
May be used as part of treatment for fears involving situations such as flying, heights, public speaking or needles.
May support behavioural strategies for people working toward quitting smoking.
Can complement treatment approaches for insomnia, nighttime anxiety and sleep-related difficulties.
Relaxation and focused attention techniques may help individuals develop healthier responses to stress.
May support work on repetitive behaviours such as nail biting and other unwanted habits.
Can be incorporated into strategies addressing confidence, concentration and performance-related anxiety.
Therapeutic suggestions and guided imagery may support confidence and emotional resilience.
May complement medical treatment for selected chronic pain conditions.
During hypnosis, the mind enters a relaxed yet focused state. The therapist can then use structured therapeutic techniques to work with thoughts, emotions and behaviours.
Explore thoughts, beliefs and automatic responses contributing to distress or unwanted behaviour.
Work toward healthier interpretations and more adaptive responses.
Strengthen confidence, emotional regulation and coping strategies.
Reinforce positive behaviours and practical strategies that can be carried into everyday life.
Clinical hypnotherapy may be used alongside other psychological and psychiatric approaches when clinically appropriate.
Uses psychological and relaxation-based techniques without invasive procedures.
Hypnotherapy itself does not require medication administration during the therapeutic process.
Can help explore patterns of thinking, emotional responses and behaviour.
May be incorporated into broader psychotherapy and mental healthcare plans.
Relaxation and therapeutic strategies may support improved emotional regulation.
May help reinforce healthier responses and positive behavioural changes over time.
Clinical hypnotherapy is generally considered safe when delivered by appropriately trained professionals within a suitable clinical setting.
You remain conscious and aware throughout the session. You cannot be forced to reveal information or act against your values, and you can stop the session at any time.
Each session is structured around your individual symptoms, concerns and therapeutic goals.
Your symptoms, medical history and treatment goals are discussed.
Breathing, relaxation and visualization techniques help create a focused state of awareness.
Guided imagery, positive suggestions and cognitive reframing may be used according to your treatment plan.
The therapist gradually guides you back to your normal level of alertness.
Your experience is reviewed and further sessions are planned when clinically appropriate.
Understanding what clinical hypnotherapy actually involves can help reduce common misconceptions.
Clinical hypnotherapy does not mean falling unconscious. You remain aware of the therapist and the session.
You remain capable of making decisions and can stop the session whenever you choose.
A therapist cannot force you to reveal private information. Therapy should remain respectful and voluntary.
Hypnotherapy may be integrated with psychotherapy, psychiatry and other treatments when clinically appropriate.
If you are looking for professional support with anxiety, phobias, sleep difficulties, unwanted habits, stress, confidence or selected chronic pain concerns, speak with our mental healthcare team to understand whether clinical hypnotherapy may be appropriate for you.
Medical Disclaimer: Clinical hypnotherapy is a professional therapeutic intervention and may not be appropriate for everyone. Suitability should be determined following an individual assessment by a qualified mental health professional. Information on this page is for educational purposes and does not replace professional medical advice.