Hypnotherapists use hypnotherapy to help clients overcome destructive behaviors, addictions, phobias, stress, anxiety, and physical pain. They consult with clients to determine their objectives, explain the concept of hypnosis, and develop interventions. Using a hypnotherapist has become popular in helping with certain issues such as quitting smoking, weight loss, substance abuse, marriage or family counseling, pain management, or getting rid of fears, phobias, or anxieties. A hypnotherapist understands the power of the human brain and is carefully trained to administer hypnosis to bring healing to the patient. This helps them cope with their problems or stop the behaviors that limit or hurt them. They help their clients overcome problems such as low self-esteem, anxiety, unwanted habits (such as overeating or smoking), a personal crisis (such as bereavement or trauma), or stress related issues (like panic attacks, sleeping problems or phobias). A hypnotherapist is a skilled and trained professional who, by inducing a trance-like state, helps people use their subconscious mind to change behavioral patterns or ways of thinking. It is important that the client is really wanting to change their negative thoughts, feelings, or behaviors in order for the hypnotherapist to be successful in helping the client. Some issues hypnotherapy can help with:
* Anxiety and stress management
* Grief
* Decision making
* Anger management
* Confidence
* Stage fright
* Insomnia
* Weight loss and weight management
* Sports improvement
* Smoking
* Relaxation techniques
* Increase in self esteem
* Pain management
* Dental anxiety
* Relationships
* Public speaking
* Headaches
* Fear of flying
* Drug & alcohol dependence