We hypnotherapists tend to get a bit of a bad press due obviously in part to the fact that’s the industry is not strictly regulated.

It’s therefore really important, if you are considering hypnotherapy for whatever reason, that you consult a practitioner who is accredited by one of the main hypnotherapy bodies. I am approved by the National Council for Hypnotherapy and also the General Hypnotherapy Register, two of the most widely recognised associations. This means that I abide by a strict code of practice.

However, it’s also essential that you choose your hypnotherapist with care and consideration, and that the person that you see you feel you have a really good rapport with.

He or she should offer a free consultation (face to face is best) after which you can leave without obligation or go ahead with treatment. The hypnotherapist should listen attentively and without judgement during the consultation, then explain to you what course of treatment would be best for you. They should be able to make it reasonably clear how many sessions you would need, and what support they are able to offer between appointments (this could include exercises in self-hypnosis, listening to a personalised download or cd, reading a self-help book etc.)

Sometimes you may have a recommendation from a friend who has received hypnotherapy treatment, and it’s often a good idea to go with this, although I should add that what might have worked well for your friend, may not be right for you.

In any case, make sure you do your research beforehand, as it really does pay in the long term. There are many excellent hypnotherapists out there – make sure you choose a good one.

best wishes,

wendy x