Hypnotherapy or hypnosis is a form of psychological therapy, which involves extreme concentration and focus on eliminating certain mental and behavioural issues.

A hypnotherapist is a licenced medical professional who can treat behavioural disorders through hypnosis.

Insurance companies may pay for 60-80% of the total cost of hypnotherapy if done by a licensed practitioner.

Hypnosis is used for fun and entertainment, whereas the hypnotherapy is used to treat mental health-related issues as a therapeutic means.

Hypnotherapy can treat stress, chronic pain, side-effects of chemotherapy, smoking addiction and anxiety.