How Do I Know If Hypnotherapy Is Right for Me?

Hypnotherapy may be right for you if there is something specific you want to change, you are willing to take part and you have no condition that makes it unsuitable. The easiest way to find out is a free consultation, where you can ask questions and decide afterwards.

Signs hypnotherapy may suit you

1. You have a clear goal, such as feeling calmer, stopping a habit, sleeping better or facing a fear.
2. You want the change yourself, not because someone else wants it for you.
3. You are comfortable being guided and following simple instructions.
4. You are open to the idea that your mind can change how you feel and act.
5. If you have a health condition, you want support alongside medical care, not instead of it.

Signs you should pause or speak to a doctor first

1. You have epilepsy. I do not recommend hypnotherapy for people with epilepsy.
2. You experience hallucinations of any kind. I do not recommend it in this case either.
3. You have a serious mental health condition such as psychosis. Please speak to your GP or specialist first.
4. Your symptoms are new, severe or unexplained. Please see your GP first, so that any physical cause can be checked.

These are my own safety rules.

What hypnotherapy cannot do

It cannot force a change on you, and it works best when you want the change yourself. It does not replace medical care. No honest hypnotherapist promises a cure or a guaranteed result, and I would be wary of anyone who does.

Questions to ask yourself

1. What do I want to be different, and how will I know it has changed?
2. Am I ready for the change, even if part of me feels nervous?
3. Have I spoken to my GP about any health symptoms?
4. Do I feel comfortable with the person I would be working with?

How to find out

Book a free consultation. We talk about what you want to change, I ask the safety questions and I tell you honestly whether I think hypnotherapy could help. You then decide whether to go ahead, and payment is made only after you agree. If you would like to see what I help with first, the treatments page lists the conditions.

If you are still unsure, that is a good reason to talk: you can arrange a free consultation from the home page whenever you are ready.

I am Shahin Gurbanov, and I hope these questions help you decide with a clear head.