What is hypnosis
Most people are only familiar with show hypnosis. People go on stage and behave as if they are being controlled by others. Show hypnosis cannot be compared with hypnotherapy. Therapeutic hypnosis is much more like meditation. The difference to meditation is that we dissolve stressful issues during hypnosis. Many people think that one is unconscious or asleep during hypnosis. It only looks like that from the outside. During hypnosis, you feel deeply relaxed. You are clear-headed and very focussed. You also do not lose control during the session. You control everything you discuss during the session.
The advantage of hypnotherapy is that it is much more efficient than other therapy methods. When your eyes are closed and your attention is focussed on your inner world, you gain access to your emotions and can perceive stress more clearly. We resolve these stressful emotions together in order to lead a happy life again.
Our first contact
After the online appointment booking, you will receive an e-mail with all the information. This includes a relaxation audio that you can listen to in the comfort of your own home. Afterwards, we will get to know each other in a personal conversation.
Course of the Hypnosis Session
If therapy is the proper course of action, you will gently be eased into a trance until you are sufficiently relaxed for hypnosis. We mainly work with resolving hypnosis.
If you feel anxious about hypnosis, we will start very gently with a relaxation exercise before addressing the fear-related issues. From session to session you can engage better with the hypnosis. We take as much time as you need.
Finally, you will be brought out of hypnosis and given time to let your experiences sink in.
All sessions can be realised in German, Turkish and English.
What is hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy works directly with emotional causes stored in the subconscious. In a trance, critical thinking takes a back seat, allowing feelings to be experienced and processed. This makes it easier to recognize old behavioral patterns, develop new perspectives, and release inner blocks. Hypnosis helps you become aware of your emotions and manage them consciously.
How does hypnosis feel
Hypnosis is a state of deep relaxation and inner awareness. Everyone experiences it differently – some feel lightness or a pleasant heaviness, while others notice thoughts, feelings, or inner images clearly. The body relaxes while the mind remains open and focused.
You remain awake and fully aware throughout hypnosis. Small physical reactions, such as yawning or itching, may occur – these are normal and can be allowed. You remain in control at all times.
Am I hypnotizable
Almost everyone can be hypnotized. Only about 10–15 % of people have difficulty, for example due to skepticism, refusal, or trouble following instructions.
Certain mental health conditions or medications (e.g., antidepressants, benzodiazepines) can also make entering a trance harder. Anxious or perfectionistic people often find it difficult to relax.
A preliminary consultation that addresses questions and concerns usually makes it easier to enter hypnosis.
What is the difference between stage hypnosis and hypnotherapy
Stage hypnosis and hypnotherapy only have in common that both involve entering a trance. Otherwise, they are completely different.
Stage hypnosis is intended for entertainment and has no therapeutic benefit. People who are highly hypnotizable are often selected to perform embarrassing actions.
In hypnotherapy, the client remains fully in control of the session at all times, while targeted emotional issues are addressed.
Is hypnotherapy allowed in Islam
There is no information in Islam indicating that such a treatment is prohibited.
Islam allows any material or spiritual treatment that is beneficial to people and not forbidden.
However, treatments like hypnosis, which are difficult to control and could be misused, require caution. The hypnotist must be professional and trustworthy, and must never misuse hypnosis.
How can I prepare for hypnotherapy
Please arrive on time to avoid stress before the session, and plan to take it easy afterward to allow yourself to relax. Listen to the relaxation audio you receive before your appointment, and review the provided videos, information sheet, and questionnaire if possible.
Avoid caffeinated drinks 3–4 hours before the session and refrain from strong painkillers, alcohol, or consciousness-altering substances at least 48 hours beforehand. If you take prescribed medication, please inform me in advance.
Will I be aware of everything during hypnosis
Do not expect to become unconscious or faint during hypnosis. The trance in hypnotherapy is characterized by deep relaxation, sometimes accompanied by brief periods of “mind wandering.”
This trance is ideal for therapy and allows deeper, longer-lasting effects than overly drowsy states. You will be aware of what happens and can generally remember the session well. Some details may not be fully retrievable, but you will not experience a blackout.
How will I feel after a hypnotherapy session
After hypnosis, you may initially feel tired, as working through difficult emotions can be demanding. Allow yourself to rest and avoid strenuous or highly concentrated tasks.
Some people feel lighter, freer, or more energized – both reactions are normal and show that inner processes are in motion.
Occasionally, initial reactions occur: you may feel more emotional or notice physical sensations more intensely. These usually subside within a few days. Vivid dreams in the following days are also a positive sign that your subconscious is actively working.
Can hypnotherapy change my personality
The opposite is the case. With the help of hypnotherapy, you can remove the blockages that prevent you from being the person you actually are. Everything that makes you as a person is simply allowed to be there without you having to fear that you will be punished or hurt for it. We resolve the emotional baggage behind the causes that keep you from being free.
What factors can make hypnotherapy more difficult
Hypnosis only works if you are willing to engage in the therapy. Strong fear, lack of trust in the therapist, or an unwillingness to reflect on yourself can reduce its effectiveness. Feelings of shame, perfectionism, or avoiding difficult emotions often prevent deep processing.
Unrealistic expectations or the desire for immediate change can also be obstacles. In some cases, hypnosis is not the right method – people who need stronger guidance or suffer from severe compulsions often benefit more from other approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy.
The use of certain medications, like sedatives or sleeping pills, can reduce tranceability. With antidepressants, it can help to first adjust to the medication before beginning hypnosis sessions.
Patience is important: lifelong issues often require multiple sessions, and it is normal for a topic to appear on different levels.
How many hypnotherapy sessions are needed and at what intervals
The exact number of hypnotherapy sessions cannot be determined in advance, as everyone is unique and processes their issues differently. Many problems have developed over a long time, so changes require time.
For certain concerns, such as specific phobias, a single session can bring noticeable relief. In most cases, however, multiple sessions are needed, typically around 3 to 6.
Sessions are ideally scheduled every two weeks to allow the subconscious time to process. In urgent cases, weekly appointments are possible. Over time, you will get a sense of the rhythm that works best for you.
Who should not be treated with hypnosis
Hypnosis is not suitable for everyone. This includes people suffering from psychosis or schizophrenia. After cardiovascular events such as a heart attack, stroke, thrombosis, or embolism, hypnosis should only be considered after at least six months. Hypnosis is also not performed on individuals with intellectual disabilities.
For certain personality disorders, such as borderline personality disorder, other therapy methods, like dialectical behavior therapy, are more appropriate than hypnosis.
What should I do in an emotional crisis if the practice is not reachable
If you are in an emotional emergency and the practice is not available, please contact the following services:
Ärztlicher Bereitschaftsdienst – Tel. 116 117
Sozialpsychiatrischer Dienst Düsseldorf – Tel. 0211 - 8995391
LVR-Klinikum Düsseldorf – Tel. 0211 - 922 0
These services can provide professional support in acute crisis situations.
