WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HYPNOSIS AND HYPNOTHERAPY?

Hypnosis is a state of mind, which is characterised by a state of deep relaxation and focused attention. It is often used to enable people to alter their thoughts, feelings and behaviours. 

Hypnotherapy uses hypnosis for therapeutic purposes. A trained and qualified hypnotist uses hypnosis to enable people to overcome a variety of mental health conditions. These could include anxiety, depression or phobias. 

Hypnosis is actually a natural state that everyone will experience from time to time. It is characterised by an elevated state of awareness and suggestibility. In a state of hypnosis, you are more open to suggestions made by others. This can be used to help you to alter your thoughts and feelings or behaviours.

Hypnotherapy is considered to be a safe and effective way of treating a number of mental health conditions. It is imperative that you find a qualified hypnotherapist who can enable you to achieve your desired outcome. 

Meta‑analyses and large-scale surveys consistently show that hypnotherapy can be a powerful therapeutic tool. A comprehensive review of 17 clinical trials found that individuals receiving hypnosis experienced greater anxiety reduction than 79% of those in control groups - rising to 84% at follow‑up - indicating durable improvement in symptoms (PubMed). In a recent international practitioner survey, over 70% rated hypnotherapy as “highly effective” for applications such as stress reduction, enhancing well‑being, preparation for surgery, anxiety relief, mindfulness, confidence-building, and childbirth support (Frontiers). Other historical data even suggests success rates as high as 93% for anxiety and up to 84% in depression symptom relief - often after just six sessions - outperforming traditional methods in speed and retention of benefits (releasehypnosis.com.au). While standalone evidence varies in quality, hypnotherapy integrated with established approaches like CBT consistently shows enhanced outcomes and accelerated progress (sciencedirect.com).

If you’re intrigued by these promising results and want to dive deeper into how hypnotherapy can support your mental health, personal growth, and emotional resilience, follow this blog. Upcoming posts will explore real‑world case studies, expert insights, and practical tips to help you decide whether hypnotherapy could be right for your recovery or self‑improvement journey.