What is hypnosis?

Hypnosis is a special state of consciousness in which a person becomes deeply relaxed, focused, and more receptive to suggestions. It is not sleep, but also not regular wakefulness — it's something in between, where attention is directed inward and critical thinking becomes slightly reduced.

What does hypnosis feel like from the inside?

You hear and understand everything.
You don’t lose control.
But your focus narrows: the outside world fades into the background.
The body is relaxed, thoughts slow down.
A person may feel as if they are "drifting inward," into a stream of images, sensations, or memories.

What does a hypnotherapist do?

Helps guide you into a trance — using voice, breathing, and relaxation techniques.
Gives suggestions — gentle phrases that help shift attitudes, behaviors, or sensations (for example, “you feel confident,” “this fear no longer controls you”).
Or guides you into memories — in this case, hypnosis is used as a tool for regression.

What is hypnosis used for?

Overcoming fears, phobias, and anxiety
Working with chronic pain
Helping with insomnia
Boosting self-esteem
Breaking harmful habits (e.g., smoking)
Supporting psychotherapeutic work (e.g., regression)

Important :

A person cannot be hypnotized against their will.
It is impossible to suggest something that goes against their moral beliefs.
It’s not magic or mind control — it’s more like a skill of deep focus, in which the brain works differently.