Hypnotherapy Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

According the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNCH) hypnotherapy is:

‘…a skilled communication aimed at directing a person’s imagination in a way that helps elicit changes in some perceptions, sensations, feelings, thoughts and behaviours. In a typical hypnotherapy session, the hypnotherapist and client will discuss the intended alterations or therapeutic goals desired. The hypnotherapist will ask questions about previous medical history, general health and lifestyle to decide on the best approach for the individual. Hypnotherapy may be found to be helpful for those seeking relief from a range of problems and is used alongside a person’s own willpower and motivation to seek a desired goal.’

There are many different ways of delivering hypnotherapy. Online is different because there will be technology to consider as well as the practice of getting to know each other via webcam. Some techniques used in hypnotherapy will also be adapted to online work.

Some people feel that it is more difficult to build rapport online while other people like to be able to explain their problem from the comfort of their own home. Yet for people with mobility problems or those who live in remote areas online help is valued highly.

Most people say they feel very relaxed. Generally, it’s a very pleasant feeling. It is often referred to as a feeling like daydreaming. Some people just sit quietly and hear every word that is said.

The same as with visiting a hypnotherapist in their offices occasionally your mind will release negative thoughts and emotions and you could feel upset for a few moments. If this happens afterwards many people say that they feel exhilarated because they have let go of that negative emotion.

According to the UK National Health Service…

‘Counselling is a talking therapy that involves a trained therapist listening to you and helping you to find ways to deal with emotional problems.’

There is much debate about the differences and similarities of counselling and psychotherapy. Generally, counsellors deal less with severe mental health issues.

No, for two reasons:1) Awaken the Change online service is only available for people with mild to moderate problems who want to find ways that they can change themselves. An assessment is made before sessions start to ensure you are going to get the best service for you.

Linda does not deal with clients who are suffering from psychosis or mental health problems such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, self -harming, suicidal intention etc.

2) Some States or countries require a licence before hypnotherapists and counsellors can provide service to people in those countries. Linda is fully qualified to National UK standards and is registered with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council, the National Hypnotherapy Society, the Professional Hypnotherapy Network and the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council (GHR) and the National Counselling Society.

Linda will only provide counselling to people in countries that recognise her qualifications and do not require licensing in that country.

If you are unable to connect at the beginning of the session, then telephone/ text me and another time can be booked. Sometimes video calls ‘freeze’. I will have instructed you what to do if this happens in the session.

I require the name and contact details of your doctor and someone that I can contact as a back-up.