Mindy Ash, Clinical Hypnotherapist

Since the American Medical Association (AMA) and the British Medical Association (BMA) approved the use of clinical hypnosis in the 1950s thousands of people have found hypnosis to be an effective way to stop smoking, lose weight, relieve stress, build self-esteem, accelerate healing, manage pain and otherwise improve their lives.

Hypnosis is the most successful way for people to stop smoking because it deals with where the smoking habit is located- in the subconscious mind.  And hypnosis makes it easy for the person to stop smoking.

Of course, there are varying degrees of success with hypnosis because much depends upon the skill, experience, and general competence of the individual hypnotherapist - as well as the techniques being used.

Hypnosis is possibly as old as mankind. The old myths and misconceptions about hypnosis have given way to proven, scientifically sound applications. Today the use of hypnosis is seen in a variety of fields including: medicine, dentistry, law enforcement, professional sports, and education.

There are a variety of hypnotic techniques. The approach you choose depends on what you want to accomplish as well as your personal preferences. During your consultation we will discuss and make recommendations regarding the best technique for your particular situation.

For example, in one method the hypnotherapist leads you into hypnosis by talking in a gentle, soothing tone and describing images that create a sense of relaxation, security and well-being. While you're in hypnosis, the hypnotherapist suggests ways for you to achieve specific goals, such as stopping smoking, exercising more, eating healthier foods, reducing pain or stress and more.