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Thursday, May 4, 2017

Neuro-Hypnotherapy or Trauma-Informed Hypnotherapy

 



Video by Dr Hiro Koo
What is hypnotherapy (with English subtitle) ?
什么是催眠治疗?

 

Our Unique Approach - Neuro-Hypnotherapy 
脑波反馈催眠疗法: 


Our Unique Approach - Neuro-Hypnotherapy & Trauma-Informed Hypnotherapy (创伤知情催眠疗法): Neuro-hypnotherapy is a groundbreaking method that was first introduced in Malaysia by Dr. Hiro Koo (PhD) in 2013. This evidence-based practice harnesses the power of both qEEG technology and clinical hypnosis to enhance brainwave function safely and non-invasively. This painless procedure can help improve brainwave patterns by utilizing personalized trauma-informed hypnotherapy sessions, which are informed by the results of qEEG brain mapping assessments. The Neuro-hypnotherapy service combines a range of psychological therapy techniques, trauma-informed therapy, clinical hypnosis, and EEG biofeedback, offering a promising therapeutic option for optimizing brain health.

Our work focuses on mental health illness prevention in organizations. Mental illness prevention is categorized into three levels: universal, selective, and indicated prevention. Selective prevention specifically focuses on individuals or subgroups with a significantly higher risk of developing mental disorders due to biological, psychological, or social risk factors. In this context, selective prevention targets those who have experienced small "t" trauma, such as single-incident events like accidents or natural disasters, as well as complex trauma, involving multiple, chronic, and prolonged traumatic experiences. The Institute of Medicine report (Mrazek & Haggerty, 1994) outlines primary prevention strategies (e.g., traumatic stress awareness talk), secondary prevention (early detection of emotional or stress disturbances, teaching stress-coping skills), and tertiary prevention (e.g., non-clinical rehabilitation, enhancing executive functioning in the workplace). Trauma-informed hypnotherapists work within this preventive mental health framework to address the unique needs of individuals exposed to trauma, aiming to reduce the risk of developing or worsening mental health conditions.
 

 Process Flow


 


Misconceptions about Neuro-Hypnotherapy:



Definition and Description of Hypnosis?
According to APA-Division 30 Society of Psychological Hypnosis, 
  • Hypnosis: A state of consciousness involving focused attention and reduced peripheral awareness characterized by an enhanced capacity for response to suggestion.
  • Hypnotic induction: A procedure designed to induce hypnosis.
  • Hypnotizability: An individual's ability to experience suggested alterations in physiology, sensations, emotions, thoughts or behavior during hypnosis.
  • Hypnotherapy: The use of hypnosis in the treatment of a medical or psychological disorder or concern.


Myth 1: When you wake up from neuro-hypnotherapy, you won’t remember anything that happened when you were hypnotized. 
People generally remember everything that occurred while they were hypnotized. . 


Myth 2: You can be hypnotized against your will. 
Despite stories about people being hypnotized without their consent, neuro-hypnotherapy requires voluntary participation on the part of the patient. 

Myth 3: The hypnotherapist has complete control of your actions while you’re under neuro-hypnotherapy. 
While people often feel that their actions under neuro-hypnotherapy seem to occur without the influence of their will, a clinical hypnotherapist cannot make you perform actions that are against your values or morals. 

Myth 4: Many people wonder whether they can be hypnotized?
Generally speaking, every normal person is “hypnotizable.” Sufficient psychoeducation should be done before the actual therapy session.  

Myth 5: Is Neuro-hypnotherapy Magic?
Neuro-hypnotherapy is not magic. There is nothing supernatural about its practice, despite what some stage hypnotists might have you believe. Neuro-hypnotherapy should not be confused with stage hypnotism which is entertainment purpose.

Myth 6: Does Neuro-hypnotherapy work? 
Success rates can be between 85% and 90%+ better than CBT or traditional techniques.
According to the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis,
Home Study Self-Hypnosis : 2 – 5% success rate
Group Hypnosis Session: 2 – 5% success rate
Single Individual Session: 17 – 20% success rate
Three Individual Sessions: 45 – 50% success rate
Five or More Individual Sessions: 85 – 90% success rate 

Dr Alfred A. Barrios conducted a longitudinal survey of the psychotherapeutic literature and discovered the following success rates for hypnotherapy versus therapeutic methods:
Psychoanalysis: 38% recovery after 600 sessions 
Behavior Therapy: 72% recovery after 22 sessions 
Hypnotherapy: 93% recovery after 6 sessions 
The researchers also discovered that customizing and individualizing the sessions increased the effectiveness of the sessions dramatically.

Myth 7: What is dysautonomia (or autonomic dysfunction, autonomic neuropathy)?
The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is a component of the peripheral nervous system and is made up of two branches: the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) and the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). The SNS controls the more active "fight or flight" responses such as increasing heart rate and blood pressure. The PNS can be thought of as the "rest and digest" part of the autonomic nervous system, as it slows down the heart rate and aids in digestion. Symptoms typically arise from unhealthy responses of either the sympathetic or parasympathetic systems based on situation or environment. We can help you to improve this concern by utilizing Neuro-hypnotherapy method.







Sunday, January 10, 2016

What Really Happens During a Therapy Session?


When you take your car to the car mechanic, you know what’s going to happen: Your car will get repaired.
When you break a bone and visit your doctor, you know what’s going to happen: Your bone will be set in a splint or cast and eventually heal.
But when you make an appointment to see a therapist, do you know what’s going to happen? Many people aren’t quite certain. Will you just talk? Will you have to discuss your childhood? Will you be “hypnotized?" And what’s the “point” of seeing a therapist, anyway? Why not just talk to a friend?
There is a great deal of uncertainty in our society about what actually happens during a therapy session, what types of issues and problems are suitable for therapy, and what benefits a therapy session can provide. I’d like to address a few typical questions—and misconceptions—about what therapy is, what it isn’t, and how it really works.

Q: Do I have to be “sick” or “disturbed” to go see a therapist?
A: No. Thinking that one has to be “seriously disturbed” in order to see a therapist is a myth.
While some therapists do specialize in severe emotional disturbances—including schizophrenia or suicidal thoughts—many focus on simply helping clients work through far more typical, everyday challenges like mapping out a career change, improving parenting skills, strengthening stress management skills, or navigating a divorce. Just as some physicians specialize in curing life-threatening illnesses, while others treat “everyday” illnesses like flus, coughs, and colds, psychotherapists can serve a wide range of clients with a range of needs and goals, too.
In fact, most of my clients are successful, high-achieving people who are quite healthy, overall. Most are challenged by a specific, personal goal—like losing weight, creating more work-life balance, finding ways to parent more effectively, or feeling anxious about dating again after a rough break up.

Q: How can I choose the right therapist for my goal/situation?
A: Choosing a therapist is like choosing any other service provider—it’s a good idea to visit the practitioner’s website, and read client testimonials or reviews (if they have any—many do not, for confidentiality reasons). It's also good to ask friends and family members, or your physician, for referrals (and of course, check to see who is covered in your health insurance network).
If you are hoping to work on a specific issue—overeating, smoking, making a career change—try to find a therapist with expertise in that area. Many list their specialties or areas of focus on their websites. There are therapists who specialize in relationship issues, parenting issues, anger management, weight issues, or sexuality—pretty much any issue, goal, or situation you can imagine. If you’re not sure about someone’s expertise, just call them and ask. If they can’t be of assistance with your issue, they may be able to refer you to someone who can.

Q: What actually happens during a therapy session?
A: Each session is, essentially, a problem-solving session. You describe your current situation, and your feelings about it, and then the therapist uses their expertise to assist you in trying to resolve that problem so you can move closer to having the life you wish to have.
At the beginning of a session, the therapist typically invites you to share what’s been going on in your life, what’s on your mind, what’s bothering you, or whether there are any goals you’d like to discuss. You’ll be invited to speak openly. The therapist will listen and may take notes as you speak; some, like myself, take notes after a session. You won’t be criticized, interrupted or judged as you speak. Your conversation will be kept in the strictest confidentiality. This is a special, unique type of conversation in which you can say exactly what you feel—total honesty—without worrying that you’re going to hurt someone’s feelings, damage a relationship, or be penalized in any way. Anything you want—or need—to say is OK.
Some therapists (like myself) may give clients some homework to complete after a session. That homework might be to set up an online dating profile and reach out for a first date, or to exercise three times a week. It may be to spend some time each day pounding a pillow to safely release pent-up emotions, make a nightly journal entry, or any number of “steps” and “challenges” relevant to your goals. During your next session, you might share your progress and address any areas where you got frustrated, stuck, or off-track.
Of course, every therapist is different, every client is unique, and every therapist-client relationship is distinct as well—which means that there is no universal description of a therapy session. Some therapists employ dream interpretation in their work. Others bring music or art therapy into their work. Others incorporate hypnotherapy, life coaching, meditation, visualization, or role-playing exercises to “rehearse” challenging conversations. The list goes on and on. Ultimately, regardless of their approach, a therapist will listen without judgment and help clients try to find solutions to the challenges they face.

Q: Will I have to talk about my childhood?
A: Not necessarily. Many people think that visiting a therapist means digging up old skeletons from your childhood, or talking about how awful your mother was, etc. That is a myth. What you talk about during a therapy session will largely depend on your unique situation and goals. And depending on your goals, you may not actually talk about your past that much. The focus of your therapy is as likely to be your present-day reality and the future that you wish to create.
That being said, if you REALLY do NOT want to discuss your childhood, the intensity of your desire NOT to talk about it might suggest that you should! When people have strong negative emotions—about their childhood or any other topic—it’s typically worth doing some excavating to figure out why that is. Whatever is causing them to feel such strong emotions about the past is more than likely impacting their present-day life in some way, too.

Q: How long will I have to go to therapy?
A: This varies from person to person. I’ve had clients who booked one session, we worked out their issue(s), and they were all set: They marched out and didn’t need a follow-up session. Sometimes, one brave, honest conversation is really all you need.
Other clients have booked sessions with me over a period of several weeks or months, focusing on one issue, resolving that issue, then perhaps moving on to a different challenge. Then there are other clients who I’ve been working with for some time—they appreciate having a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly “check-in.” They may share their feelings, sharpen their life skills as needed, or perhaps enjoy a deeply nourishing guided meditation or hypnotherapy experience to de-stress. As one client put it, “Every two weeks when I meet with you, I leave your office feeling like you pressed my reset button.”
Therapy is really about whatever a client needs—a one-time conversation, a temporary source of support during a life transition, or an ongoing experience to optimize health physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

Q: Is meeting with a therapist over the phone—or through video chat—just as effective as meeting in person?
A: That depends on your personality and preferences. In the state of Hawaii, where I live, at least one insurer that I know of covers doing therapy virtually via video chat (like Skype or Facetime). This makes it a convenient option for people. Many of my clients do enjoy having some, or all, of their sessions via video chat because it means they don’t have to take time out of their busy schedules to drive, park, and so on. They can just close their bedroom or office door, pick up the phone or log in, and away we go—very convenient.
Where feasible, I suggest trying out both ways—do a traditional, in-person therapy session and then try a video session—and see which format is the best fit for you.

Q: Why see a therapist? Why not just talk to a friend or someone in my family?
A: If you are blessed with caring, supportive family members and friends, by all means, share your feelings, goals, and dreams with those people. They are a big part of your support network, and their insights and encouragement can be very helpful. However, people who already know you might not always be completely objective when listening to you. For example, you may want to change your career, and you confess this dream to your wife. She may want to support you 100%, and try her very best to do so, but she may also be dealing with emotions of her own—such as anxiety about how a career shift will change your lives, not to mention your income. These emotions could make it difficult for her to listen and support you objectively.
This is why working with a therapist can be so valuable. It's a unique opportunity to share everything you’re feeling, and everything you want to create, without anyone interrupting you, imposing his or her own anxieties onto the conversation, or telling you that you’re “wrong” or that you “can’t.”
A therapy session is a space where you don’t have to worry about hurting anyone else’s feelings—you can be totally honest. It also means you have the potential to solve problems faster and with greater success. In the long run, that’s better for you and everyone else involved in your life, too.

To sum it up:
Therapy is a valuable tool that can help you to solve problems, set and achieve goals, improve your communication skills, or teach you new ways to track your emotions and keep your stress levels in check. It can help you to build the life, career, and relationship that you want. Does everybody need it? No. But if you are curious about working with a therapist, that curiosity is worth pursuing. Consider setting up one or two sessions, keep an open mind, and see how things unfold. You have very little to lose and, potentially, a lot of clarity, self-understanding, and long-lasting happiness to gain.


Source: Dr. Suzanne Gelb @ www.psychologytoday.com/

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

【伊白女王 III】Q-E3 大马时尚美容Magazine (13/07/2015) 催眠 X 焦虑症





“现在你看着我的手,深呼吸,我数 1,2,3… …睡着… …” 很熟悉的对白吧?没错,这就是我们经常在电视或电影里看到的催眠师与主角的对话。催眠师给予你的印象是什么?你对这行业了解有多深?你又是否遇过真正的催眠师呢?
【伊白女王 III】 很感谢临床催眠治疗师Hiro Koo先生接受我们的访问。Mr. Koo将会让我们重新认识什么是催眠,究竟它对我们日常生活当中的作息有什么帮助。小编与亲爱的读者一起上课啦!


Text: 瀞瑩
Edit: Elizabeth
Photography: Chris

Monday, October 6, 2014

We're on TV - Astro小太阳《你好奇的事 III》(第3 集:催眠治疗师)


催眠师究竟有什么魔力控制别人的行为呢?


姿姿想尝试催眠珠珠
姿姿从电视节目上看见,当某人被催眠师催眠后,他会依照催眠师的指示做出不同的动作。姿姿很好奇催眠师究竟有什么魔力控制别人的行为。于是她就依样葫芦,拿起怀表在珠珠面前摇晃,尝试催眠她。珠珠不想当姿姿的试验品,于是就带她到Spectrum Of Life保健中心寻找催眠师Mr Koo解答疑团。

  


催眠师并不能控制人的行为
Mr Koo 说,很多人以为催眠师能控制别人的行为,其实是被电视节目或电影的剧情影响。事实上,催眠师并没有控制别人思想或者行为的能力。被催眠的人虽然看起来是在睡眠状态,但他的头脑依然保持清醒和有意识的。催眠是一种心理治疗的方法,催眠师会通过特殊的技巧引导被催眠的人高度集中注意力,进入放松状态,唤醒人的潜意识。然后催眠师就会从人的潜意识上进行调整,从而改善他们的情绪和习惯等等。


  



催眠治疗能对人们带来怎样的帮助呢?


催眠能治疗某些疾病、心理障碍和坏习惯
对催眠有了初步了解后,姿姿和珠珠对催眠治疗更感兴趣了。她们很好奇到底催眠治疗能对人们带来什么帮助。Mr Koo解释说,催眠治疗的范围很广泛,一些疾病或心理障碍都能透过催眠治疗而痊愈。例如某些人在面对外人时会产生恐惧,而出现口吃、心悸、脸红等状况,他可以透过催眠治疗来克服恐惧,提高自信心,令口吃、心悸和脸红的问题不药而愈。除此之外,催眠治疗也能帮助人们摆脱创伤、焦虑、强迫症、紧张、冲动等情绪。催眠还能帮助人回溯过去,透过催眠疗法能让人对某件事的认知进行调整。


  



催眠治疗并无危险性
姿姿和珠珠都曾经在电视上看见一些被催眠的人情绪不稳定而失控大哭,她们很好奇为什么会出现那样的状况。她们也很想知道催眠治疗会不会有危险。为了找出答案,她们再次去请教Mr Koo。Mr Koo说,催眠治疗是非侵入性的疗法,而且被催眠的人本身也有危险意识,所以催眠治疗并没有危险性。可是在治疗的过程中,某些被催眠的人会因为被唤醒过去伤痛的回忆,而产生强烈的情绪反应例如哭泣、焦虑或身体的挣扎等等。


  

  

姿珠侠女介绍催眠注意事项
在分享重要讯息的单元里,姿姿和珠珠向观众讲解一些催眠必须注意的事项。例如:进行催眠时被催眠者应穿上舒服轻便的服饰,脱下皮带、眼镜、外套等等以摆脱束缚。催眠之前也要适度进食,避免吃太饱或饿肚子,否则会引起肚子不适而影响集中力。成人在进行催眠前不可饮酒,以免思绪混乱导致注意力无法集中。患有精神分裂症不适合接受催眠治疗。


  




资料来源: Astro 小太阳
此节目已经播放于10月5日(星期天)傍晚6.30pm。

Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Tinnitus Treatment Malaysia (Non Drug Approach)



It is important to keep in mind that tinnitus is a symptom, not a disease. As such, the optimal treatment strategy should be directed toward eliminating the disease, rather than simply alleviating the symptom. Also, because tinnitus may be symptomatic of a more serious disorder, it is important to try to find the medical cause before deciding on treatment.

Preventing and Minimizing Tinnitus

Here are a few things patients can do to help prevent and minimize tinnitus:
  • Reduce exposure to extremely loud noise
  • Avoid total silence
  • Decrease salt intake
  • Monitor one's blood pressure
  • Avoid stimulants such as caffeine and nicotine
  • Exercise
  • Reduce fatigue
  • Manage stress
  • Educate yourself
While there is no known cure for most forms of tinnitus, there are many management options available and most tinnitus sufferers can find varying degrees of relief from one or a combination of the following.

Medications

There is no single medication that works on all tinnitus patients. 

Counseling or Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Regardless of the cause of tinnitus, if a person is not bothered by the tinnitus, it ceases to be a problem. Psychological intervention aimed at successfully reducing the stress, distress and distraction associated with the tinnitus can be very productive and often produces the most attainable goals.

Stress Management

The very high correlation between stress and tinnitus disturbance underscores the need to maintain one's composure and logic when trying to cope with tinnitus. Relaxation, guided imagery and self-hypnosis are examples of self-help methods used to help combat the stress, anxiety and sleep disturbances associated with tinnitus.

Other Treatment Options

Other options that may help patients with tinnitus include:
  • Support Groups — Local peer support groups offer emotional support to patients and a place to discuss and share treatment techniques.
  • Dental Treatment — Jaw joint disorders, called temporomandibular (TMD), may exacerbate tinnitus. Splints and exercises may relieve these problems.
  • Nutritional Counseling — All tinnitus patients should maintain a balanced diet.
  • Biofeedback Training— Biofeedback is a technique of making unconscious or involuntary bodily processes detectable by the senses in order to manipulate them by conscious mental control. Biofeedback with counseling can help relieve stress patterns that can worsen the perception of tinnitus.
  • Alternate Approaches — Although there is no scientific data showing consistent benefit from approaches such as hypnosis, acupuncture, naturopathy, chiropractic care and many herbal preparations, some patients do perceive a benefit.
Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Medical Center.




Research study: How EEG biofeedback training can help for Tinnitus
 
Biofeedback-based behavioral treatment for chronic tinnitus: 
results of a randomized controlled trial. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/19045972/

The effects of neurofeedback on oscillatory processes related to tinnitus. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/23700271
 

EEG biofeedback for subjective tinnitus patients. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/21592701

EEG biofeedback for treating tinnitus. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/17956812/
 

Tuning the tinnitus percept by modification of synchronous brain activity. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/17943012/


Chronic tinnitus: which kind of patients benefit 
from an outpatient psychotherapy ? http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/19623511/



Research study: How hypnotherapy can help for Tinnitus

Role of hypnotherapy in the treatment of debilitating tinnitus. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/22533067

Effectiveness of Ericksonian hypnosis in tinnitus therapy: preliminary results. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/22545384/

Effectiveness of combined counseling and low-level laser 
stimulation in the treatment of disturbing chronic tinnitus. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/19205171

Ericksonian hypnosis in tinnitus therapy. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/18225612
 

Effects of relaxation therapy as group and individual 
treatment of chronic tinnitus. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/8657857
 

Hypnosis for Tinnitus. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/P...j00777-0039.pdf
 

Friday, August 15, 2014

FAQs about Virtual Gastric Band - Hypno-Band Weight Loss System in Malaysia


The Hypno-Band could change your life forever. Imagine having the results usually achieved by having a surgical Gastric Band fitted but not having to go through surgery, and spending thousands of pounds!
Gastric Band surgery is not for everyone. Usually the surgery is only carried out on people classified as "clinically obese" and with a high Body Mass Index (BMI). A surgical Gastric Band works by reducing the size of the stomach and therefore you eat smaller portions and feel full. Through this method it is possible to lose weight easily. The surgical method does have drawbacks however. It is very costly, typically costing £4000 to £6000 and of course you will need to go through a surgical procedure.

What if you could have all the benefits of a surgical Gastric Band, without the surgery and cost?
Well now you can! By using the Hypno-Band hypnotherapy system we create a state of mind where you will believe you actually have a Gastric Band fitted! You will eat smaller portions and feel full. The Hypno-Band system is a long term solution to your weight problems.

How does it work?
ANS:
Over four sessions we take you through the process of having a gastric band fitted, only in your mind. By using suggestion and visualization, your mind will be convinced that your stomach has become smaller and that you need less food. By eating less and less often you will begin to lose weight. The process uses hypnotherapy and cognitive behavioural techniques to help you achieve your ideal weight and stay there!
Each session in the Hypno-Band system lasts for one hour and before beginning the process a full assessment will be carried out.


Does it involve surgery?
ANS:
No! the HYPNO-BAND system is a non-invasive behaviour changing method using the techniques of hypnotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Does it hurt?
ANS:
On the contrary. The HYPNO-BAND procedure is extremely relaxing and pleasurable.

Are there side effects?
ANS:
No. There are no side effects associated with undergoing this procedure.

So it's safe?
ANS:
Yes! the HYPNO-BAND system is perfectly safe.

Will I be under the hypnotherapists control?
ANS:
Never. No hypnotherapist can make you do anything you do not want to do nor make you behave in a way you would not normally behave.

Am I suitable for the HYPNO-BAND weight loss system?
ANS:
If you are over weight and really want and are committed to losing weight then you should be suitable. The only exception would be if there is a physiological reason for your weight problems or if you are taking certain medications.

Will it work for me?
ANS:
The key to success is YOU! No weight loss system will work unless you are committed to losing weight. You must be prepared to change your eating habits and life-style. If you are totally serious about losing weight then it will certainly work for you. The HYPNO-BAND system provides you with the tools and ability to lose weight and maintain a healthier body.

How long does it take?
ANS:
The whole process takes four one hour sessions. Usually this is achieved over eight days but this is flexible and at your convenience.

Success Story:


Kevin feared for his life before Hypno-Band treatment
Kevin Barr after Hypno-Band treatment


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Mind over matter: Marion Corns weighed 15st 6lbs (Up) before she had Gastric Mind Band hypnotherapy which made her think her stomach was the size of a golf ball and now weighs 11st 7lbs (Down)




Trance: Janice slimmed down to a trim 11st in just seven months after being physically unable to eat unhealthy foods. Read more:http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/woman-loses-six-and-a-half-stone-1437502#ixzz3AiMnHUtP



Now you can start your hypnosis for weight loss session in Malaysia. 
I am a licensed Hypno-Band practitioner and registered clinical hypnotherapist(MSCH, AHPM, APA-The Society of Psychological Hypnosis, PSIMA-Malaysia Psychological Association). 
For your infomation,
Contact me now for more information.


Sunday, June 15, 2014

10th Malaysia Festival of the Mind

I just attended the 10th Malaysia Festival of the Mind at KTAR Setapak.
I had some great conversations and met some very nice people. 
Yea, it is an interesting and fruitful event.

Quite many exhibitors talk about how our unconscious mind works.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who talk about it:)


What is the unconscious mind?
Your brain is just like an iceberg.
The part that's visible (above the surface) is your conscious mind,
and the part that's hidden (below the surface) is your unconscious mind.
"The mind is like an iceberg, it floats with one-seventh of its bulk above water." 
By Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis.


I also believe that your behavior is driven by your unconscious mind (emotional factors) rather than your own conscious mind (cognitive factors).
Clinical hypnotherapy works on your unconscious mind level.
Skillful clinical hypnotherapist able to deal with your emotional factors and then create a life you desire.
For example:
We all consciously know smoking is bad for us, but why people still smoke?
The part of you that won't let you stop smoking is your unconscious mind.
The secret to change is to reprogram your unconscious mind. 
I can create a bridge between the conscious mind and unconscious mind so that positive suggestions can be communicated to your unconscious mind.

Clinical Hypnotherapy induces a natural state of mind (alpha and sometimes theta brainwave).
Alpha brainwaves serve as a bridge between the conscious mind (beta brainwave state) and the unconscious mind (theta brainwave state).
I am trained in biofeedback technology, thus I can read your brainwave state during your hypnotherapy session. 
This cutting edge technology offers a totally safe and non-invasive way to help you.

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