Elke Effler, Boronia Medical Centre, Shop B20, Boronia Mall, Dorset Square, Boronia 3155
 Mobile: 0409 514 878
[email protected]

Frequently asked questions

For your information and interest, I have collected some of the most common questions on  hypnosis that clients have asked me.

I trust that the answers will alleviate or entirely remove any fears, reservations or concerns regarding hypnosis you may have had.

  • Can everybody be hypnotised?

    The question really is - ‘Can I be hypnotised?’ It is said that all hypnosis is self-hypnosis. If you can daydream, get 'lost' in a favourite book, TV program etc, you can go into an hypnotic trance.

  • I can’t have been hypnotised, I heard every word the hypnotherapist said.

    People often think that hypnosis means falling asleep and not hearing anything. Unless you go down into the delta (sleep) state, you will hear me and you will also be able to answer any questions I may ask.

  • Will hypnosis make me different, or change me?

    No. The question is actually an unvoiced fear that maybe I can somehow change you in ways that are unforeseen and possibly unwanted. This is not possible.

    People come to see me in order to change unwanted behaviours, help with depression, fears and phobias and the like.

    When you have achieved your desired outcome, you will be different to the extent that you will now be a non-smoker, no longer have a phobia, have shed excess kilos etc. This however in no way alters the essence of who you are.

  • Will hypnosis get me to do something I don’t really want to do?

    No. This question is related to a fear of losing control (as is the previous question) and behaving in ways you think might be embarrassing. This fear arises from having seen stage hypnosis where people appear to be out of control.

    I cannot make you do anything that is contrary to your value system. In the trance state you retain your critical faculties and you can tell whether what I am is saying is congruent with your own value and belief system or not.

  • Please don’t make me quack like a duck, or cluck like a chicken!

    This is of course a direct reference to stage hypnosis where people appear to be ‘made’ to do a range of funny, embarrassing or crazy things whilst the audience falls about laughing.

    People who volunteer to go on stage want to be part of the show and the entertainment. They are quite prepared to be laughed at and know that they will do things that are funny. Whilst they are certainly in trance, it is effectively an agreement between them and the hypnotist - to be a part of the show.

    You are not coming to see me to learn to quack like a duck or cluck like a chicken etc. You are coming to see me to resolve problems that are making your life uncomfortable so that you can feel good again.

  • Can I get stuck in hypnosis?

    No, you cannot get stuck in hypnosis. I will ensure that you are completely back to full, waking consciousness before finishing the therapy session. Similar to the client’s ability to communicate whilst in trance, you are in fact always in control and can come out of trance any time you choose.

    Should you listen to a meditation or self-hypnosis recording and fall asleep, you will wake up at the usual time fully refreshed and fine

  • Is hypnosis safe?

    Hypnosis is generally perfectly safe for anyone and for many conditions. However, hypnosis is contraindicated for people suffering mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.

  • How many sessions will I need?

    That depends on the presenting problem and often also how long it has been a problem. Also, some people respond to therapy and hypnosis more quickly than others.

    As an example, usually I am able to assist a person to be a non-smoker after 1 - 2 X 2 1/2 hour sessions. If you have deep seated trauma, then quite a few sessions may be required.

  • Is hypnosis safe for pregnant women?

    Yes, it is. Many decades ago Mrs Marie Mongan in America developed the Mongan Hypnobirthing® method designed to assist the birthing mother and her partner to minimise the discomfort and fear that is so often attached to the act of giving birth.

    Marie Mongan’s Hypnobirthing courses are being offered world-wide and are becoming increasingly popular. Check out their website www.hypnobirthing.com/ and the many reviews as well as You-tube hypnobirthing stories.

    Please check out my www.peacehavenhypnobirthing.com website.

Now that I have answered the most common questions, I trust that you will feel comfortable and look forward to getting started on feeling joyful, optimistic and in control again.

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