Aspects Of Hypnotherapy
“What Is Hypnosis?” Describe the psychological and physical aspects of hypnosis and discuss the role of relaxation in Hypnotherapy.
Contents
Introduction
In order to answer the question “what is hypnosis?” I start by looking at the history of hypnosis and have selected some key figures in the story of hypnosis and given a brief overview of their beliefs and development. I have also sourced some quotations and definitions.
I have also explored the physical and psychological aspects of hypnosis, firstly by looking at the four different brainwaves Beta, Alpha, Theta and Delta and how the emphasis alters between the conscious and subconscious mind. For the physical aspects I will …show more content…
Proposed that during hypnosis a disassociation or splitting of the conscious from the subconscious parts of the mind occurred.
Milton Erickson 1901 – 1980
Considered to be the Father of modern hypnosis, and through his own personal experiences his interest was in the therapeutic value of hypnosis.
Noted for his approach to the unconscious mind as creative and solution generating and he worked very flexibly, adapting his methods to each individual client.
Paul Mckenna 1963-
English hypnotist, television personality and author of self-help books. Uses hypnosis and Neuro-Linguistic Programming in his approach.
One of the best known hypnotists in the world and has worked with various celebrities and has written many best-selling books to help people lose weight, stop smoking and have happier lives.
There are many more key figures but we can see how hypnosis has developed through time and through looking at the story of hypnosis it can be seen that the “hypnotist” worked with individuals in an altered state of consciousness and suggestibility. As more and more scientific research continues into the workings of the human brain and our understanding of it becomes clearer we will be able to clearly define hypnosis and unlock more of its …show more content…
Relaxation is used in the hypnotic induction to attain a state of selective attention and in order to be able to make beneficial suggestions to the subconscious such a changing habits. It is important to distinguish the difference between relaxation and the hypnotic state I liked this differentiation by Candi Raudebaugh, found on her website http://www.innerhealthstudio.com.
The process of relaxation has an end goal of relaxation and calm
The process of hypnosis has an end goal of making changes via suggestions
Using the Progressive Muscle Relaxation technique is one way to help the client relax their muscles, feel pleasant and calm, imagine a peaceful place and feel safe and
Contents
Introduction
In order to answer the question “what is hypnosis?” I start by looking at the history of hypnosis and have selected some key figures in the story of hypnosis and given a brief overview of their beliefs and development. I have also sourced some quotations and definitions.
I have also explored the physical and psychological aspects of hypnosis, firstly by looking at the four different brainwaves Beta, Alpha, Theta and Delta and how the emphasis alters between the conscious and subconscious mind. For the physical aspects I will …show more content…
Proposed that during hypnosis a disassociation or splitting of the conscious from the subconscious parts of the mind occurred.
Milton Erickson 1901 – 1980
Considered to be the Father of modern hypnosis, and through his own personal experiences his interest was in the therapeutic value of hypnosis.
Noted for his approach to the unconscious mind as creative and solution generating and he worked very flexibly, adapting his methods to each individual client.
Paul Mckenna 1963-
English hypnotist, television personality and author of self-help books. Uses hypnosis and Neuro-Linguistic Programming in his approach.
One of the best known hypnotists in the world and has worked with various celebrities and has written many best-selling books to help people lose weight, stop smoking and have happier lives.
There are many more key figures but we can see how hypnosis has developed through time and through looking at the story of hypnosis it can be seen that the “hypnotist” worked with individuals in an altered state of consciousness and suggestibility. As more and more scientific research continues into the workings of the human brain and our understanding of it becomes clearer we will be able to clearly define hypnosis and unlock more of its …show more content…
Relaxation is used in the hypnotic induction to attain a state of selective attention and in order to be able to make beneficial suggestions to the subconscious such a changing habits. It is important to distinguish the difference between relaxation and the hypnotic state I liked this differentiation by Candi Raudebaugh, found on her website http://www.innerhealthstudio.com.
The process of relaxation has an end goal of relaxation and calm
The process of hypnosis has an end goal of making changes via suggestions
Using the Progressive Muscle Relaxation technique is one way to help the client relax their muscles, feel pleasant and calm, imagine a peaceful place and feel safe and