What are the pros and cons of clinical hypnosis?
I’m looking into it, by suggestion from my therapist. But I have doubts. I know it doesn’t seem like the same as regular hypnosis – but anyone with first hand experience – is it unpleasant?
How important is it to “know” or have talked a great deal with the therapist who’s doing the hypnosis?
April 2nd, 2010 at 5:03 pm
To me, clinical hypnosis provides an indirect channel into a free discussion and release of emotions, especially ones which have been consciously suppressed or unconsciously repressed.
But, I am personally convinced that therapy which is administered while the client is in his most conscious state is the better option.
April 2nd, 2010 at 5:13 pm
There is absolutely no scientific evidence that hypnosis even exists. It is a myth that is common in the public but dismissed by any psychologist with any credibility. If I were you I would look for another therapist, preferably a clinical psychologist,because the therapist who suggest hypnosis is a quack!!!