Hypnosis Therapy

Nashville Hypnosis

We all go in and out of trance, all day long, and most people don't even know it. It is that daydream state you sometimes find yourself in. Imagine....

...reading a book.
...riding in an elevator.
...surfing the internet.
...watching TV, sports or a movie.
...driving down the highway.
...standing in line (bank, grocery, fast food restaurant).
...right now!

the list could go on and on.

Hypnosis is that feeling when you just begin to drift off and allow your imagination to wander, that state when your conscious mind finds itself focused on something else. You can still perform the task at hand, you just don't need to think about what you are doing.

Now, do you feel that way often?

What it boils down to is that you are already in a state of hypnosis most of the time.

In a hypnotherapy session you enter a very relaxed state leaving your subconscious open to suggestion. Through the use of powerful language patterns you begin to change the way your subconscious relates to situations in your life.

I use a combination of many different techniques (Conversational Hypnosis,Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Ericksonian, Kappasian and other types of hypnosis, along with visualization and emotional anchoring techniques) to help you create the change you want, more rapidly.

You are completely safe and in control under hypnosis. You are never 'under someone else's control' when you are in hypnosis. Just like in a daydream, you can snap back to 'reality' in the blink of an eye

Hypnosis is recognized by the medical profession as a useful and powerful complimentary therapy...

....In 1955 the British Medical Association issued a report stating that hypnosis was a valuable medical tool.

....In 1958 the American Medical Association recognized hypnosis as a viable scientific modality.

....In 1962 the American Psychiatric Association recognized that hypnosis was a viable modality to treat some psychological problems.

Will I lose control?
Absolutely not. Your subconscious mind is in control when you are in a state of hypnosis. You will never accept any suggestion that goes against your core values.

Why do people do stupid things on stage with a hypnotist?
Stage hypnotists look for a certain type of person. These are the type of people that would do something like that anyway. If you want to cluck like a chicken, I charge extra.

What does hypnosis feel like?
Being in hypnosis is a very relaxed alert feeling. You are always aware of your surroundings. Your conscious mind may have a tendency to drift while the subconscious mind does all the work. Upon coming out of trance there is a sense of relaxation and wellbeing.

What if I can't wake up?
You cannot get 'stuck' in hypnosis. Coming out of hypnosis is as easy as opening your eyes.

How do I find a great hypnotist?

Hypnosis, in and of itself, is easy. Knowing how to create profound change in you is an art. If your hypnotist isn't passionate about what they do, you should walk out.

Always find someone with a varied experience in hypnosis. Many 'hypnotists' never venture past the 1950's hypnosis they learned from one organization. '1950's' style hypnosis is the old 'command' style we have all seen on TV and in stage shows. It is great as entertainment, but not so effective with therapy and change work.

A few things have changed since the '50s, and hypnosis is one of them. Make sure the person you work with is familiar with Neuro-Linguistic Programming, or 'NLP', and other modalities of change. NLP, when used correctly, is an incredibly powerful way to help you change the subconscious programming that is controlling you right now.

Some things you won't find in Steve's office: scripts, karaoke machines (seriously?), crystal balls, swinging watches, spirals or any other novelties. Steve custom designs every session to be as unique as the individual in hypnosis. Scripts limit the hypnotist to what is written on the paper and limits flexibility. Karaoke machines just seem to confuse the subject, and me too. Swinging watches, spirals and crystal balls are great, if you want to work with a cliché.

If you are serious about creating positive, long-lasting change you need a hypnotist capable of being creative, someone flexible in his ability to create powerful subconscious communication and someone with a proven background. Conveniently for you, you are already here. More about Steve, click here.