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Who is a Hypnotherapist?

Medical professionals who practice hypnotherapy to guide patients in a positive thinking way and help them to deal with a wide range of concerns and issues are Hypnotherapists. 

What are the qualifications of a Hypnotherapist?

To be a Hypnotherapist, one should have the following qualifications:

• Certificate in Hypnotherapy
• C.G.Ht
• Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Spiritual Health
• Integrated Clinical Hypnotherapy
• MDCH
• Certificate in Clinical Hypnotherapy (CCht)
• Foundation Basic Course in Hypnotherapy
• Diploma of Clinical Hypnotherapy
• Bachelor in Hypnotherapy (BHT)
• Diploma in Hypnotherapy (DHT)

What is hypnotherapy and what are the different types of hypnotherapy?

Hypnotherapy is a non-therapeutic therapy that encourages positive change in an individual. Hypnotherapists use this technique to relax the subconscious part of the mind. Following are a few of the different techniques of hypnotherapies:

• Hypno psychotherapy
• Solution focussed hypnotherapy
• Timeline therapy
• Suggestion hypnotherapy
• Cognitive hypnotherapy
• Ericksonian hypnotherapy
• Neuro linguistic programming
• Past life regression

When should an individual consult a Hypnotherapist?

People may get disturbed due to diseases or medical conditions, and they may feel depressed at some point of time in their life. So to overcome negative thinking, stress, and to live a happier life one should consult the Hypnotherapist. If an individual is suffering from any of the following disorders or concerns, then he/she can consult a Hypnotherapist.

• Back pain
• Nause & vomiting due to chemotherapy and pregnancy
• Colitis
• Arthritis
• Headaches and migraine
• Burns
• Raynaud’s disease
• Allergies
• Asthma
• Amputation
• High blood pressure
• Cesarian section

How often should I consult a Hypnotherapist?

Depending on the medical condition and concern of the patient, a particular number of hypnotherapy sessions are required. According to that, one should visit the Hypnotherapist at least twice or thrice in a week.  

Are Hypnotherapists and Hypnotists the same?

Hypnotherapists are the medical professionals who are trained in treating people with depression, anxiety, etc, through hypnotherapy. They are certified and licensed professionals. Hypnotists are trained persons who use hypnosis as therapy and they don’t have any certifications.

Does a Hypnotherapist perform surgery?

Hypnotherapists cannot perform any surgery to treat medical conditions or diseases. They guide the patients in a positive way and help them to overcome the behavioural and emotional concerns through hypnotherapy.

Does hypnotherapy help to treat depression?

Yes, hypnotherapy serves in an effective way to treat depression. The sessions will be focussed on individuals mental health in order to achieve a relaxed state. Hypnotherapy can also help to treat patients having stress, anxiety, fear, mood swings, and sadness, etc.