When a client comes to see me, I generally recommend a course of treatment lasting between 3 and 6 sessions, as I am of the opinion that therapy does not need to be lengthy to be effective.   I do, however, have several clients that I see on a monthly basis, who feel that these regular hypnotherapy sessions are great for relaxation and general well-being.

It was interesting to read, therefore, that the comedian Jack Dee has admitted to having regular monthly hypnotherapy sessions, and he likens them to a ‘re-set’ button on a computer, just having that time when you ‘un-plug’ and then power everything up again.   He claims that these sessions have kept him free from depression and compares them to a sort of ‘mental massage’ which enable his brain to function healthily and his mood to be kept stable.  

I really like this idea of the ‘mental massage’ – in an age when life is increasingly busy and complex and confusing, it is hugely beneficial to smooth out all those neurons and synapses, and enable them to have some ‘down time’ in order to get back to functioning at full speed again.   In 2009 a study carried out at Hull University found that there were actual physical changes on brain scans carried out on hypnosis subjects, to the effect that the brain was ‘primed’ to absorb positive imagery and suggestion, or maybe to block pain, depending on the effect required.

All I can say is that many of my clients – even those who find it difficult to relax – really enjoy the hypnotherapy sessions, and tell me that they feel much more calm, relaxed and able to cope with stresses afterwards.

If you feel that you could do with a ‘monthly mental massage’ do contact me on 01449 780352 or 0871 7158429, or email me on wendy@wendychalk.co.uk.  I look forward to hearing from you!