Category: Hypnosis

  • Is there a wrong way to practice hypnosis?

    Question: When first learning to use hypnotic techniques how do I know if I’m doing it right? Many people at first worry about doing new things “right.”  That is true for using new techniques in hypnotherapy.   I usually tell my clients there is no wrong way to use any technique.   Very creative people at…

  • Do I have to believe in hypnosis or the unconscious for the methods to work?

    Over the next few days I’ll be responding to questions people ask about hypnosis, panic and fear. Question 2: Do I have to believe in hypnosis or the unconscious for the methods to work? No, you don’t even have to believe that it can work.  If you are skeptical about hypnosis, it is usually easier…

  • How does it feel to be Hypnotized?

    The next few posts will answer common questions that people have sent in about hypnosis. Question:  How does it feel to be hypnotized? Each person experiences hypnosis differently.  After experiencing trance the first time many say it feels like a deeply relaxed and refreshing experience.  Others might say they didn’t feel like they were hypnotized.…

  • Hypnotized and feeling back in control of emotions

    I received this wonderful email from one of my online coaching students.  I was touched by her words and decided to post it in hopes that others will also join this supportive group of people. Excerpt from an email one of my students wrote to me after our 4th online coaching class: Student:  “What you…

  • Choosing a Hypnotherapist

    At the Anxiety Control Center we specialize in the relief of panic, anxiety, fear, worry, sadness, procrastination, anger, IBS and Migraines.  In my 30 years of practice and research I’ve developed a unique approach that has freed thousands of my clients from these problems. In the article that follows I’ve put together ideas,  and questions you can use when looking for someone to…

  • Ericksonian Hypnosis and NLP

    The interesting thing about Ericksonian Hypnosis and Neuro-linguistic Programming is that you don’t feel hypnotized.  You feel in complete control. The memories that come up, and the changes you make you remember, after you are no longer in trance state. The reason hypnosis works, even when you are totally awake and aware, is because of…

  • I still don't feel hypnotized !

    I had a client, I’ll call her Amy (not her real name), who came to the Anxiety Control  Center because of panic attacks and migraine headaches.  She is now free of migraines and panic no longer an issue, but that is not what this post is about. I was thinking about her today because one…

  • I still don’t feel hypnotized !

    I had a client, I’ll call her Amy (not her real name), who came to the Anxiety Control  Center because of panic attacks and migraine headaches.  She is now free of migraines and panic no longer an issue, but that is not what this post is about. I was thinking about her today because one…

  • Is hypnosis right for you?

    Dr. Audrey talks about Hypnosis. A 3 questions people have when they call us are:  “How do I know if Hypnosis is right for me?    “Can I be hypnotized?” and   I’m strong willed, can’t it work for me?” The truth is that almost everyone can be hypnotized. Actually in over 25 years of practice I…

  • Can Anyone Go Into A Trance?

    So many times clients come to see me after being told that they, can’t be hypnotized.  What I have found in my 30 years in practice as a hypnotherapist is that anyone who is intelligent and who wants to learn how, can be taught to use their mind to create a hypnotic trance which is…