Hypnotherapist – Katherine Ferris

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I am a registered hypnotherapist in Sydney CBD and Annandale Inner West, with several decades of experience. My clients frequently tell me that being guided into hypnosis is a positive mental experience.

Do I swing a watch to hypnotise you?

To be honest, that’s a bit old fashioned now days!

Mental health and hypnosis treatments have come a long way since then.

And no… I don’t swing a watch or click my fingers to put you to sleep or make you do weird things.

You will not be put under, or put to sleep. Instead you will remain calmly aware of your surroundings and fully in control. At the same time, you will be more responsive to positive suggestions. Hypnosis is a pleasant phenomena, not scary mind control.

I am dedicated to helping you and your friends achieve lasting results with the help of mindfulness hypnotherapy.

What does hypnosis feel like?

Curious about what hypnosis feels like?

Being in hypnosis will be a familiar experience, because you already use hypnosis in your daily life.

Hypnosis is a natural phenomena of the mind.

You will actually discover that you go in and out of hypnosis daily. Without realising that it’s happening. While you are in hypnosis your attention is so focused (think of driving a car) that distractions are temporarily blocked out or ignored.

Example of hypnosis?

Perfect example of hypnosis is when you’re driving a car. You arrive at your familiar destination and you don’t recall most of the trip.

Its like an auto-pilot takes over, your steering became automatic. Like there’s an inbuilt GPS in your brain directing the way. Automatically guiding you to turn corners at the right time.

All this happens while you’re talking, listening to the radio or absorbed in your thoughts.

How will you know if you were hypnotised?

Simply put, when you are hypnotised you are not in some sort of a weird or unrecognisable state. That’s because, even when you are hypnotised you are still aware of what’s being said to you. You are not asleep. When you are hypnotised you are relaxed and aware, yet more responsive to suggestions that are made.

Does hypnotherapy really work?

Hypnotherapy does work when you have a strong desire to make changes. For example; if you are keen to stop smoking, then hypnotherapy can work for you. But it will not force you into becoming a non-smoker against your will. In other words, hypnotherapy really works when you are committed to quitting limiting beliefs, bad habits and behaviours.

When does hypnotherapy NOT work?

Rest assured that if you are not ready or willing – hypnotherapy is not going to work against your will. You can’t be forced into hypnosis, or forced into doing anything you don’t want to do. This is why hypnosis is not an ideal choice for people who are “not committed” to it. For example; half hearted New Year Resolutions to quit smoking rarely work. Same as being talked into quitting by friends, family or GP, will not produce desired results, if the patient is not ready to stop.

When is hypnotherapy NOT recommended?

Hypnotherapy is not recommended for patients who are suffering with hallucinations or psychotic symptoms and delusions. Similarly, hypnotherapy sessions are not suitable for people who are under the influence of narcotics, drugs or alcohol.

What is hypnotherapy used for?

Hypnotherapy is frequently used for stress, anxiety, panic attacks, for emotional trauma and for overcoming bad habits and addictions. Hypnotherapy helps with pain management, IBS gut problems, unexplained infertility and much more.

Most importantly, suggestions made in hypnosis are specifically designed to initiate beneficial changes in emotions, habits and behaviours.

Therefore, hypnosis treatments are successfully used for stopping smoking, gambling, nail biting, binge drinking, comfort eating, weight loss, panic attacks, stress, anxiety and much more.

How many sessions will you need?

It’s important to mention that hypnotherapy is a brief form of therapy.

However, it all depends on the issues you want to resolve.

On average about three or four sessions are recommended. Although, traumatic or deeper emotional issues will need a more concentrated effort of up to six sessions or more.

Studies indicate that it takes 28 days to create new habits. Above all, repetition is the key to lasting change. For best results, your commitment and follow through with the recommended sessions is going to be paramount.

Are hypnosis improvements quick and permanent?

It’s important to emphasise that hypnotherapy is the start and not the finish of an inner process. Keep in mind that hypnosis is not a magic wand and results don’t always happen overnight. Give yourself a chance to recognise that positive behavioural changes and mental health improvements continue, for quite some time, after the sessions are done.

“The reality of visiting a hypnotherapist is this; in hypnosis you tap into the immense intelligence within your subconscious mind – to make changes quickly. There is so much more to you than you realise consciously.”

Professional hypnotherapists Association in Australia

I am a Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist in Sydney CBD, and a Fellow Member of Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA)

I’ve held a Committee position on the Board of AHA as National Secretary for 5 years and as NSW State Secretary for 7 years.

As a result, I’m proud to have earned a Fellow Membership, in recognition of my contribution to the AHA National Board for Registered Hypnotherapists.

The AHA is the oldest and most respected professional organisation for clinical hypnotherapists in Australia. In 2019 the Association celebrated 70 years since its foundation in 1949. The AHA is recognised by the Government and the Health Industry for maintaining the highest standards for the profession of hypnotherapy.