You aren’t a static statue made of stone; you are more like a beautiful garden. Every time you learn a new game or choose to be kind to yourself, you are planting a brand-new seed. Just like a garden needs water and sunshine to change and grow, your brain needs “Good Words” to help you blossom into a superhero version of yourself.
Why This Happens: Change is hard because of the “Critical Factor,” which acts like a grumpy watchman at the door of your mind. This watchman rejects new ideas if they don’t match what you already believe, simply to save the “engine” from the effort of learning. Your body naturally tries to reduce efforts by sticking to repetitive patterns, shifting them to the unconscious mind where they become hard to move.
How to Fix It: To change, you must help the “watchman” relax so you can talk directly to your subconscious. When you enter a state of deep relaxation, your subconscious becomes “hypersuggestible” and will accept new goals without a battle. By using “Word Pictures” of your successful future, you train your internal robot to follow a new, better path.
Context Research: The Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung taught that every person is unique and should not merely copy others or follow standard rules. True growth happens when we accept “imperfections” as part of the package on our journey to evolution. By using both sides of the brain, we can process data analytically while remaining imaginative enough to change.
Your 1-2-3 quick guide
- Relax: Take three breaths exhaling tension as mild “white mist”
- Implant: Repeat a positive goal in the present tense, like “I am now changing with ease”
- Act: Do one small thing differently today to prove to your “engine” that: You are the boss!
Hypnotherapy FAQ
What is clinical hypnotherapy and how does it work?
A: Clinical hypnotherapy is a recognised therapeutic technique that uses deep relaxation and focused attention to allow access to the subconscious mind. By calming the conscious mind’s critical filter, clients can address root causes of anxiety, habits, phobias, or pain, and install healthier automatic responses.
Will I lose control or be asleep during a hypnotherapy session?
A: No, you remain fully conscious, aware, and in control throughout the session. Hypnosis is a state of peaceful relaxation similar to daydreaming or deep meditation, where you hear everything spoken and can stop the process at any moment.
How many sessions are usually needed to achieve lasting change?
A: The required number of sessions depends on the nature of your goal, but many individuals experience notable improvements within three to six sessions. Each session is tailored specifically to your personal circumstances and pace.
Can clinical hypnotherapy help with physical symptoms like chronic pain or IBS?
Are online hypnotherapy sessions as effective as face-to-face appointments?
A: Yes, online hypnotherapy sessions conducted over a secure video link are equally effective, allowing you to experience deep relaxation in the comfort and privacy of your own home anywhere in Ireland.
What professional accreditations does Alexandre Mitellus hold?
A: Alexandre Mitellus is fully qualified and insured, holding professional accreditations with both the Institute of Clinical Hypnotherapy & Psychotherapy (ICHP) and the European Association of Professional Hypnotherapists (EAPH).
