Question 1

What is cognitive hypnotherapy?

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Cognitive hypnotherapy combines techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy, NLP, positive psychology, and traditional hypnosis into a highly personalised approach. It was founded by Trevor Silvester and focuses on working with your individual perception of the world, rather than using standardised scripts.

Question 2

How is it different from traditional hypnotherapy?

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Traditional hypnotherapy relies primarily on direct suggestion and scripts. Cognitive hypnotherapy integrates multiple therapeutic approaches and is tailored specifically to you — your language, your patterns, your way of experiencing things.

Question 3

Is cognitive hypnotherapy safe?

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Yes, completely. Hypnosis is a natural state — you go in and out of similar states every day when daydreaming or getting absorbed in something. You remain in control throughout sessions and can stop at any time.

Question 4

Can anyone be hypnotised?

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Most people can experience hypnosis to varying degrees. It's not about being 'susceptible' — it's about being willing to engage with the process. If you can daydream or get absorbed in a book, you can experience therapeutic trance.

Question 5

Will I remember everything from the session?

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Yes. You'll be aware throughout the session and will remember what happens. Hypnosis isn't about losing control or being unconscious — it's a state of focused attention and relaxation.

Question 6

What happens in a session?

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Sessions are 60 minutes. We typically start with a conversation about what's going on for you, then move into therapeutic work which might include hypnosis, parts work, timeline therapy, or other techniques depending on what you need.

Question 7

How many sessions will I need?

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It varies. Some people notice significant shifts after just a few sessions, while others benefit from longer-term work. We'll discuss your goals and get a sense of what might be realistic for you.

Question 8

Can I do sessions online?

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Yes, online sessions via Zoom are just as effective as in-person work. Most of my clients work with me remotely.

Question 9

What if I'm sceptical about hypnotherapy?

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That's completely fine. Many clients come with healthy scepticism. What matters is being willing to give it a try. The work speaks for itself.

Question 10

When do I get my self-hypnosis recording?

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After your first intervention session, I'll create a personalised self-hypnosis recording for you. It's built using your own language and patterns, and is designed to reinforce the work between sessions.

Question 11

How much do sessions cost?

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Please get in touch for current pricing. I offer single sessions and packages, with concessionary rates available for those who need them.

Question 12

How do I book a session?

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The best way to start is to get in touch via the contact page. We can arrange a brief conversation to see if this is the right fit for you.

Question 13

What's your cancellation policy?

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I ask for at least 24 hours notice if you need to reschedule. Cancellations with less notice may incur a fee.

Question 14

What payment methods do you accept?

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I accept bank transfer, credit/debit card, and PayPal.

Question 15

Do you offer discounts?

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Yes, concessionary rates are available for students, seniors, and those on low income. Please get in touch to discuss.

Question 16

Where did you train?

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I trained at the Quest Institute, founded by Trevor Silvester. I completed both the Diploma in Cognitive Hypnotherapy and the Master Practitioner course.

Question 17

Are you registered with professional bodies?

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Yes. I'm a member of the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH) and registered with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC).

Question 18

Do you have professional insurance?

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Yes, I maintain professional liability insurance through Holistic Insurance Services.

Question 19

What if I'm not happy with my progress?

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Please raise any concerns with me directly. I value feedback and will always work with you to adjust the approach if needed.

Question 20

Can hypnotherapy be used alongside other treatments?

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Yes, it can complement other therapies and treatments. Please let me know about any ongoing treatments so we can ensure the best approach for you.

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