The Digital Path to Healing: Digital Hypnotherapy. Do you do it digital?
The pandemic brought forth a silver lining - a newfound sense of community, rekindling relationships, and forging connections through screens. Yes, our modes of interaction have changed, but they’ve opened doors to a more accessible and efficient way of seeking help.
Online Platforms: A New Norm
The pandemic shifted everything online, and the likes of Zoom gave us those ‘go to’ platforms for communication. Convenience soared, time-consuming travel diminished, and effectiveness remained intact.
Mental health services, including hypnotherapy, adapted. More people than ever are seeking online support, finding comfort in the digital realm.
Online hypnotherapy: A Reality
But does hypnotherapy work through a screen? Absolutely! Hypnosis relies on creating a relaxed trance state, often best achieved in your safe, comfortable home environment.
It’s not the Hollywood spectacle you might imagine; it’s a guided journey to reshape your thoughts and behaviours.
The therapist doesn’t need to be physically present; an online communication tool, such as Zoom is all we require.
The Effectiveness of Online Hypnotherapy
Is it as effective as in-person sessions? Absolutely, and maybe even more so.
Research has shown that online therapy has just as much efficacy as face-to-face results. Although, online has become more widespread since the pandemic, and more research is being done into this new way of working.*
Many even feel more at ease online, making them more receptive to hypnotherapy, especially those dealing with anxiety.
Is Online Hypnotherapy Right for You?
Ultimately, the choice is yours. Online or in-person, results remain consistent.
Online sessions are convenient, flexible, and enable you to choose a therapist that resonates with you, regardless of location. No travel, no worries about parking, book sessions around your availability etc.
It’s about what suits your lifestyle.
I work with clients worldwide from the comfort of my therapy room.
Your Online Cozy Space for Healing:
Imagine snuggling up with your furry companion, wrapping yourself in a cozy blanket, and embarking on a transformative journey from the comfort of your own home.
Online hypnotherapy is not just about convenience; it’s about creating a safe and familiar space where you can relax, open up, and work towards a happier, more confident you.
Are you ready to embrace the benefits of online hypnotherapy? The world is your therapy room, waiting to help you heal, grow, and thrive.
Feel free to reach out, and let’s embark on this journey together.
I will leave you with 5 Tips for Successful Online Therapy
Research your practitioner and ensure a comfortable fit.
Stable internet is a must – no one likes disconnections.
Find a quiet, private space for your session.
Get comfy; it’s crucial for effective hypnotherapy.
Allow time to prepare and decompress before and after your session.
The research quoted:
Syed Shariq Hasan & Dipesh Vasant (2023) The Emerging New Reality of Hypnosis Teletherapy: A Major New Mode of Delivery of Hypnotherapy and Clinical Hypnosis Training, International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 71:2, 153-164, DOI: 10.1080/00207144.2023.2185527
Want to find out more about how Online Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help you?
In-person at my Oxfordshire Therapy Room (Upper Heyford, near Bicester or Online via Zoom).
The first step to setting yourself free and living the life you want.
It's perfectly normal to feel a bit apprehensive when reaching out to a therapist for more information. Taking this step is a powerful choice, and I want you to know that it's absolutely okay to feel that way. I’m here to provide support and guidance every step of the way.
My name is Andy Selway (he/him) and I am a fully qualified Clinical Solution Focused Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist. I run HeadFirst Hypnotherapy®, based in Upper Heyford (near Bicester), Oxfordshire.
I assist people in regaining control of their lives by retraining their brains to overcome limiting thought patterns, master their emotions, and cultivate resilient behaviors for a brighter and more positive future.. I know… It’s awesome!
In a nutshell, I ‘get you out of your own way’. Because, let’s face it, a lot of us are.
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy taps into the power of your subconscious mind so you can move forward towards the life you’ve always wanted to live. It’s a quick, practical way to address thought patterns, emotions and behaviours that are holding you back in life.
I’m a member of the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy and National Council for Hypnotherapy.
Hypnotherapy sessions can be done either in my garden therapy room in Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire (Near Bicester). Ideally situated, it also serves individuals in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, and Warwickshire and I also work online nationwide via Zoom.
