is an altered state of consciousness in which a very highly concentrated form of attention is focused on a specific idea or memory. The patient of subject is fully awake but responds only to the therapist suggestions. Ther is abundant empirical evidence that hypnotherapy produces desired results for many people. Some however are incapable of achieving a deep trance state.
Be aware, a psychotherapist may use hypnosis in several ways - behavior modification for helping a patient to overcome a weight problem or nicotine addiction and calling up of traumatic events such as childhood abuse that may have been denied.
Precaution:
Be wary of self-styled hypnotherapist who advertise their service in the newspaper classified ads. Instead ask your doctor for referral or look for a qualified hypnotherapist in your area.
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