Peak Performance Hypnosis -- FAQ



What is hypnosis? Hypnosis is a process that allows a person's conscious and subconscious minds to believe the same message. During hypnosis, the body and conscious mind are in a relaxed state, while the subconscious mind remains awake, alert, and receptive to suggestion. Many people have experienced times when their conscious and subconscious minds weren't "on the same page." Let's look at smoking as an example. Most smokers know many reasons why they should quit smoking — health concerns or social stigma — and yet they still smoke. Despite their strong desire to quit, it seems like no amount of "will power" can overcome this habit. If there's been a change that you've tried in vain to make, you've probably experienced something very similar. That's where hypnosis comes in. Hypnosis provides access to that "part" of the mind where your habits and ingrained beliefs reside, allowing real, permanent change takes place. Together, we will work to make your life follow the road you choose. What will my session be like? How many sessions will we have? Hypnosis sessions tend to be very pleasant and relaxing. We'll talk for a few minutes, then I'll begin to help you become hypnotized. You'll sit in the hypnosis chair, close your eyes, relax, and just listen as I talk to you and lead you naturally and easily into hypnosis. During hypnosis, you are always in control. It is impossible for me or any hypnotist to make you do anything that you don't want to do. You will remember your session and be able to talk about it afterward. This my be a surprise to you if most of what you know about hypnosis comes from TV and the movies, but it's true. The number of sessions you'll have depends on what your goal is. The weight control program I offer consists of six sessions. Becoming a non-smoker requires only one session. Other goals require a varying number of sessions, but most people can get their maximum benefit from as few at two or three sessions. Whatever your goal, we'll work together to get you what you want from life. Is hypnosis compatible with my religious beliefs? In most cases, yes. Most religious groups accept the proper, ethical use of hypnosis for helping people. The exceptions are Christian Science, Scientology and Seventh Day Adventists, and some individuals in various churches. Hypnosis as I practice it is completely compatible with all faiths and beliefs, and at no time will you be required to accept a belief that runs contrary to your own faith in order to receive the full benefit of your sessions. What are your qualifications? I've studied hypnosis for twenty years, on three continents, and am one of the most skilled and highly qualified hypnotists in this or any area. I am a certified hypnotherapist and hypnosis instructor, and a licensed Master Practitioner and trainer of Neuro-Linguistic Programming™. I began my formal studies of hypnosis and hypnotherapy at the world-renowned Infinity Institute in Troy, MI, which led to my certification with the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association. I undertook further studies in London, England with the Paul McKenna training team — Paul McKenna, Michael Breen and NLP originator Richard Bandler — and in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada with Steve Boyley of The Perfomance Institute of NLP™, earning a Master Practitioner certification in Neurolinguistic Programming™ (NLP™) through the Society for Neurolinguistic Programming. More recently, I participated in a training program in California conducted by Mark Cunningham of Trucor, Inc. and earned certifications as a hypnotist and hypnosis trainer through the Society of Applied Hypnosis, a professional organization dedicated to certifying only those hypnotists who have proven themselves skilled in this field. I later undertook further specialized training with "Major Mark" in Thailand. In the spring of 2007, I was awarded a license to train delegates in Neurolinguistic Programming by Dr. Richard Bandler, the founder of NLP. Because of this training and my years of conducting private sessions, my clients receive a service that is second to none, and are able to get the results they want in a caring, competent, and professional atmosphere. What areas do you serve? My practice attracts clients from all over central Ohio: Franklin Country, Fairfield County, Licking County, Deleware County, Knox County, Madison County, Pickaway County, and Union County, including Columbus, Lancaster, Newark, Granville, Canal Winchester, Pickerington, Mt. Vernon, Westerville, Gahanna, Worthington, Deleware, Dublin, Sunbury, Reynoldsburg, New Albany, Hilliard, Upper Arlington, London, West Jefferson, Marysville, and all points in between. My office is just south of Reynoldsburg and I entertain sponsored training proposals anywhere in the world. I need a speaker for our next meeting. Any ideas? In addition to private and group sessions and workshops (see my services page), I welcome the opportunity to speak to your community or service group. I have several presentations prepared which appropriate to almost any group or venue, ranging from the educational to the motivational. Contact me directly to learn more. If you have any questions that haven't been answered here, check out my services page or contact me directly.

What is hypnosis?

Hypnosis is a process that allows a person's conscious and subconscious minds to believe the same message. During hypnosis, the body and conscious mind are in a relaxed state, while the subconscious mind remains awake, alert, and receptive to suggestion.

Many people have experienced times when their conscious and subconscious minds weren't "on the same page." Let's look at smoking as an example. Most smokers know many reasons why they should quit smoking — health concerns or social stigma — and yet they still smoke. Despite their strong desire to quit, it seems like no amount of "will power" can overcome this habit. If there's been a change that you've tried in vain to make, you've probably experienced something very similar.

That's where hypnosis comes in.

Hypnosis provides access to that "part" of the mind where your habits and ingrained beliefs reside, allowing real, permanent change takes place.

Together, we will work to make your life follow the road you choose.

What will my session be like? How many sessions will we have?

Hypnosis sessions tend to be very pleasant and relaxing. We'll talk for a few minutes, then I'll begin to help you become hypnotized. You'll sit in the hypnosis chair, close your eyes, relax, and just listen as I talk to you and lead you naturally and easily into hypnosis.

During hypnosis, you are always in control. It is impossible for me or any hypnotist to make you do anything that you don't want to do. You will remember your session and be able to talk about it afterward. This my be a surprise to you if most of what you know about hypnosis comes from TV and the movies, but it's true.

The number of sessions you'll have depends on what your goal is. The weight control program I offer consists of six sessions. Becoming a non-smoker requires only one session.

Other goals require a varying number of sessions, but most people can get their maximum benefit from as few at two or three sessions.

Whatever your goal, we'll work together to get you what you want from life.

Is hypnosis compatible with my religious beliefs?

In most cases, yes. Most religious groups accept the proper, ethical use of hypnosis for helping people. The exceptions are Christian Science, Scientology and Seventh Day Adventists, and some individuals in various churches. Hypnosis as I practice it is completely compatible with all faiths and beliefs, and at no time will you be required to accept a belief that runs contrary to your own faith in order to receive the full benefit of your sessions.

What are your qualifications?

I've studied hypnosis for twenty years, on three continents, and am one of the most skilled and highly qualified hypnotists in this or any area.

I am a certified hypnotherapist and hypnosis instructor, and a licensed Master Practitioner and trainer of Neuro-Linguistic Programming™.

I began my formal studies of hypnosis and hypnotherapy at the world-renowned Infinity Institute in Troy, MI, which led to my certification with the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association.

I undertook further studies in London, England with the Paul McKenna training team — Paul McKenna, Michael Breen and NLP originator Richard Bandler — and in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada with Steve Boyley of The Perfomance Institute of NLP™, earning a Master Practitioner certification in Neurolinguistic Programming™ (NLP™) through the Society for Neurolinguistic Programming.

More recently, I participated in a training program in California conducted by Mark Cunningham of Trucor, Inc. and earned certifications as a hypnotist and hypnosis trainer through the Society of Applied Hypnosis, a professional organization dedicated to certifying only those hypnotists who have proven themselves skilled in this field. I later undertook further specialized training with "Major Mark" in Thailand.

In the spring of 2007, I was awarded a license to train delegates in Neurolinguistic Programming by Dr. Richard Bandler, the founder of NLP.

Because of this training and my years of conducting private sessions, my clients receive a service that is second to none, and are able to get the results they want in a caring, competent, and professional atmosphere.

What areas do you serve?

My practice attracts clients from all over central Ohio: Franklin Country, Fairfield County, Licking County, Deleware County, Knox County, Madison County, Pickaway County, and Union County, including Columbus, Lancaster, Newark, Granville, Canal Winchester, Pickerington, Mt. Vernon, Westerville, Gahanna, Worthington, Deleware, Dublin, Sunbury, Reynoldsburg, New Albany, Hilliard, Upper Arlington, London, West Jefferson, Marysville, and all points in between. My office is just south of Reynoldsburg and I entertain sponsored training proposals anywhere in the world.

I need a speaker for our next meeting. Any ideas?

In addition to private and group sessions and workshops (see my services page), I welcome the opportunity to speak to your community or service group. I have several presentations prepared which appropriate to almost any group or venue, ranging from the educational to the motivational. Contact me directly to learn more.

If you have any questions that haven't been answered here, check out my services page or contact me directly.

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