Both psychotherapy and hypnotherapy stand out as powerful modalities for addressing psychological issues, facilitating personal growth, and promoting well-being. While both share the goal of supporting individuals in overcoming challenges and achieving their goals, they differ significantly in their methods, techniques, and underlying principles.

Both approaches delve into the subconscious mind, aiming to reframe perspectives, alter behaviors, and empower individuals to unlock their full potential. When combined by a skilledpractitioner trained in each, the breadth, speed and power of change is expanded exponentially. Hypnosis is the state of mind the client is experiencing, while NLP is a set of techniques to guide the mind into creating the perceptions, thoughts, and actions leading to the desired outcome.

Let’s journey through the history of an exploration into consciousness, healing, and the profound impact of suggestion.Hypnosis spans multiple ages and civilizations. Hypnotherapy emerged alongside psychotherapy. At some point, psychotherapy eclipsed hypnotherapy as the accepted model and method. This had much to do with rivalries and the eventual industrialization of mental health.

Some people have experiences in hypnosis that they would classify as mystical. Many experience hypnosis as “just listening and paying attention.” Either way, hypnosis is not mysticism.