Hypnosis Helps

At Home, at Work, at School, Hypnosis Is a Safe, Effective Way to Change Your Behavior

With more than three decades of experience, Dr. Hartman has helped many patients address the cause of their emotional problems so that they can overcome them and get their lives back on track.

Who Should Perform Hypnosis?

Hypnosis should be done only by properly trained professionals, namely mental health professionals such as psychologists, psychiatrists, physicians, and dentists. Since there are no licensing laws governing who can perform hypnosis in New York, you should be sure to check qualifications and credentials before agreeing to hypnosis.

Therapist Supporting Patient at Psychology Session — White Plains, NY — Dr. Henry B. Hartman

Is There Any Danger in Being Hypnotized?

There are no dangers involved. Hypnosis is not the trance-like state depicted on television or in the movies. Reports of people being hypnotized for long periods of time or being forced to do things they wouldn't ordinarily do are totally untrue. Hypnosis is not a magical or mystical state; you are aware of your behavior throughout.

What is Hypnosis?

Hypnosis merely means that your body is relaxed and your mind is focused. It is, therefore, a mental state of heightened awareness in which you become receptive to suggestions that can result in positive change.

What Are the Uses of Hypnosis?

It can be used for almost any desired behavioral change. People use it most commonly to help them lose weight, stop smoking, relax, control pain, alleviate sexual problems, overcome fears, control or eliminate habits, enhance sports or other competitive abilities, and relieve or cope with many issues that are physical in nature. Hypnosis can be combined with psychotherapy to treat almost any problem.

Do the Effects of Hypnosis Last Forever?

No, the effects don't last forever; they must be reinforced. Initially, the post-hypnotic suggestions can be reinforced by playing an audiotape or CD made during an actual hypnotic induction of the person.

After the individual has been hypnotized several times, they can be taught a method of self-hypnosis. It is a quick, effective way to induce the hypnotic state and to reinforce the post-hypnotic suggestions without the use of the recording.

Who Can Be Hypnotized?

Almost anyone. Some people are more responsive than others and, therefore, will achieve a deeper state of hypnosis. In general, however, the depth of the hypnotic state is not important; almost everyone is capable of achieving a state of hypnosis deep enough to bring about desired behavioral changes.

Is There Any Difference between Group and Individual Hypnosis Sessions?

Individual sessions are far superior to group sessions because they are paced to meet individual needs and the rate at which individuals respond to hypnosis. In individual sessions, the post-hypnotic suggestions are tailored to meet your specific needs.