Yes AND No?

You may be familiar with what is called "stage hypnosis".  While designed for fun and entertainment, it is NOT designed to change unwanted thoughts and/or behaviors.  It is often intended for ... well, fun and entertainment.  

Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic version of the word hypnosis ...  Although often used interchangeably by some (hypnosis and hypnotherapy),  both bring what is called a trance-like state in which one has a heightened focus and concentration.  At Maine Hypnosis LLC, I prefer to use the term Hypnotherapy instead of Hypnosis, so as to not confuse it with what you may have already seen or heard.  In addition, I offer some Clinical Counseling skills and insight, that might not be offered in a typical "hypnosis" session.  

Hypnotherapist vs Hypnosis – Hypnotherapy is performed by a certified and experienced therapist.  Working together,  we can rewire your old self-sabotaging patterns quickly and often, permanently. Why?  Because hypnotherapy creates a state from which you are able to make extremely powerful changes in your life.

Who Can Perform Hypnotherapy?

All hypnotherapy is performed by a Certified Hypnotherapist 

Training/Education - Hypnotherapists must undergo extensive training prior to practicing, and often spend many more hours earning specialization certifications and 200 supervised client hours . Because of  this extended training, hypnotherapists generally have a much broader knowledge base in the area of hypnosis.  

*Did you know?   Contrary to popular belief, you can’t be hypnotised into doing things against your will. You also can’t be forced into a hypnotic state.  It must be something the client ALLOWS, and this includes the suggestions.  It is a voluntary altering of your own consciousness, and you are always in control.  In other words, all hypnosis is a form of self hypnosis.  We will work as a team.

Positive Changes begin and end with YOU!