More on Hypnosis

Additionally, the hypnotist will know from this preliminary work which members of the audience are highly suggestible. He may also have decided which of these highly suggestible subjects are extroverts and therefore more likely to go along with any of the more outrageous work he wants to do with them. This is because, even in a hypnotic state, no one can be induced to do something that goes against their deepest values.

The reason I give this synopsis of stage hypnosis is because people often come to Clinical Hypnosis for the first time having understandably developed some pre-conceived ideas about it based on what they have seen in these shows.

Frequently, people are fearful that once in a hypnotic state, they will be powerless. This is not the case. If you wanted to, you could bring yourself out of it at any time. The work we do together is based on what you have already told me you want to have happen. It is a therapeutic situation, and I am only interested in helping you achieve what you want.