Many people are curious about self-hypnosis – and for good reason. The idea that you can guide yourself into a focused, relaxed state to improve your mindset, manage stress, or change unhelpful habits is incredibly empowering. But one question I often hear is: Does self-hypnosis work?
The answer is yes – but with a few crucial caveats. Self-hypnosis can be a valuable way to supplement the work that takes place during your personalized hypnotherapy sessions. However, you should understand how it compares to partnering with a trained hypnotherapist like me.
What Is Self-Hypnosis?
Self-hypnosis is the practice of intentionally putting yourself into a calmer, more suggestible state of mind – like meditation, but with a specific target. Many open-minded thinkers use self-hypnosis to:
- Reduce stress or anxiety
- Increase focus or motivation
- Overcome fears or phobias
- Improve sleep
- Break unhealthy habits like smoking or binge eating
Here’s what you can try:
- Find a quiet, comfortable, distraction-free space.
- Use deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation to calm your body.
- Focus your attention inward with visualization or positive affirmations.
- State your goal, such as “I want to be more confident.”
- Gently return to alertness by counting slowly from one to five or imagining yourself waking from a peaceful rest.
The Limitations of Going It Alone
Over time, self-hypnosis can help you feel more in control and more capable of handling challenges. However, many people have no idea where to start or how to go deep enough to make lasting changes. Without guidance, you may also get distracted, frustrated, and start to second-guess whether you’re doing it correctly.
When you choose me as your breakthrough coach, I’ll tailor the experience to your specific needs and goals. Whether you’re trying to manage emotional dysregulation, overcome anxiety, or demolish mental barriers, my structured, personalized approach will help you access your subconscious mind more effectively.
Professional hypnotherapy won’t leave you guessing. I provide:
- Non-judgmental advice based on your history and objectives
- Real-time feedback and encouragement
- Techniques that go beyond relaxation to target root causes
- Online sessions that let you achieve remarkable results from the comfort of your home
Once we’ve set specific goals and started making progress together, I can teach you specific self-hypnosis techniques and affirmations that work best for your unique situation.
Your Mind Is Powerful – Use It Well
I often encourage my clients to use self-hypnosis as a complement to our work. This combination of professional hypnotherapy and self-directed practice lets you take ownership of your healing while still benefiting from expert guidance.
If you’re exploring self-hypnosis, that tells me you’re motivated to grow, and I respect that. While there’s value in learning to help yourself, there’s also tremendous power in having a trained professional walk beside you. Contact me to learn how hypnotherapy can help you achieve your goals, unlock your potential and create meaningful, lasting change.
