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Indirect Hypnotherapy - Common Question Answered

Indirect Hypnotherapy – Common Questions

Will I be asleep or unconscious?
No. Indirect hypnotherapy does not involve sleep or loss of awareness. You remain conscious, aware, and able to speak at all times. Many people describe it as feeling deeply relaxed and focused.

Will I lose control or be made to do things?
No. This is not directive or stage hypnosis. Nothing is done to you. The process works with your unconscious mind in a respectful, collaborative way, and you remain in control throughout.

What if I can’t be hypnotised?
Most people can benefit from indirect hypnotherapy. It does not rely on being ‘highly suggestible’. It works with natural states of attention and imagination that we all use every day.

Do I have to talk about my trauma in detail?
No. Indirect hypnotherapy can support change without detailed retelling or reliving of traumatic events. This makes it particularly suitable for people who feel overwhelmed by talking therapies.

Is this safe if I’ve experienced trauma?
Yes, when used in a trauma‑informed way. Sessions are paced carefully, and nothing is forced. Your nervous system leads the process.

How quickly will I notice change?
Some people notice shifts quickly, while for others change unfolds more gradually. We focus on creating the right conditions for lasting change, rather than rushing the process.

How does this fit with your other therapies?
Indirect hypnotherapy is often used alongside IEMT, Timeline Therapy, and nervous system work. Each approach supports the others, allowing work to happen at the most appropriate level for you.

Is Hypnotherapy Right for Me?

A Gentle Way to Decide

Many people feel curious about hypnotherapy while also feeling unsure.
That hesitation is understandable, especially if you have lived with anxiety, trauma, or a need to stay in control.

This page is here to help you notice whether indirect hypnotherapy feels like a good fit for you.

Hypnotherapy May Be Right for You If:

You may benefit from indirect hypnotherapy if:

You feel stuck in habits or patterns you can’t shift with willpower
You understand your difficulties but still react automatically
You feel overwhelmed by too much talking or analysing
You want change without reliving painful experiences
You notice your body reacts before your mind can catch up
You want a gentle but effective approach

It Can Be Especially Helpful When:

Indirect hypnotherapy often works well for:

Long-standing habits (smoking, emotional eating, nail biting, procrastination)
Anxiety-driven behaviours
Trauma responses held at an unconscious level
Stress patterns that keep repeating
People who feel “stuck in their head”

It Might Not Be the Best First Step If:

Hypnotherapy may not be the starting point if:

You are currently in acute crisis
You feel unsafe with any inward focus at the moment
You are being pressured into therapy by someone else

In these cases, we would first focus on stabilisation, safety, and nervous system support.

What Hypnotherapy Is Not

Indirect hypnotherapy is not:

Mind control
Being unconscious or asleep
Giving up control
Being made to do anything against your will

It is a collaborative process that works with your unconscious, not against it.

How We Decide Together

You do not need to decide alone.

In a free consultation, we can talk about:

What you are experiencing
What you have already tried
What feels manageable for you right now

From there, we can decide whether indirect hypnotherapy, or another approach, feels like the best place to begin.

A Reassuring Thought

If you are asking “Is hypnotherapy right for me?”, it often means something inside you is ready for change, but wants to move carefully.

That care is welcomed here.

If you would like to talk things through, you are welcome to get in touch for a free initial consultation.