to Essex London Kent Hypnotherapy run by Richard Brent B.A. (Hons) D.Hyp. MIAH. Should you simply want some assistance with quitting smoking through to overcoming more deep-rooted problems such as shyness or phobias then call now on FREEPHONE 0800 1777 556 to arrange a FREE 30 minute initial consultation in either Stratford, Dartford or Basildon.

What is Hypnosis?
Hypnosis is a perfectly natural state which we all pass through at least twice a day when we wake up and go to sleep. For the purposes of therapy Hypnosis is really all about relaxation. At all times you will remain conscious and aware, there is absolutely no question of you being under the ‘control’ of anyone or anything else.

There are many different sensations which people feel when experiencing the hypnotic state, some people feel a lightness of their limbs, some people feel a heaviness of their limbs, sometimes people feel a tingling sensation on their features. However, the one sensation that everyone feels during the hypnotic state, is a very pleasant feeling of relaxation, calmness and quietness inside.

How does it help?
When in the hypnotic state our critical faculty becomes suppressed allowing greater and easier access to our subconscious mind. This allows us to take therapy forward in two ways:  

Firstly, we could use positive suggestion therapy to control a particular symptom. This type of therapy is suitable for smoking cessation, nail biting, pre-test nerves etc. This type of therapy would usually take one or maybe two sessions.

Secondly, we could use analytic therapy (Hypnoanalysis) to remove the root cause of a symptom, such as phobias, social anxiety, shyness, depression, sexual problems, gambling etc. This type of hypnotherapy would usually take place over six to eight sessions (certainly no more than twelve sessions).

About Richard

Richard Brent MIAH runs a busy hypnotherapy practice in Dartford, Stratford and Basildon; helping clients overcome a wide range of problems. The practise is in easy reach of surrounding towns such as Bexley, Blackheath, Benfleet, Greenhithe, Swanley, Lewisham, Bexleyheath, Dartford, Gravesend, Sidcup, Bromley, Orpington, Eltham, Pitsea, Leigh on Sea, Southend, Blackheath, Stratford, Rainham, Rayleigh, Romford, Billericay, Brentwood, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Maidstone, Tunbridge Wells, Docklands and Thurrock.

You can rest assured that whatever you contact Richard about, your case will be dealt with in confidence and with consideration.