Edmonton Hypnosis for Life Inc. is run by Dr. Terri Cooper. We provide ethical, confidential & affordable hypnosis and hypnotherapy services in Edmonton, Alberta and for guests from surrounding communities.

Questions and Answers

Q. What is hypnosis NOT?
Hypnosis is NOT:

• Sleep
• Loss of self-control
• Being weak-minded
• A state of being like a zombie
• Being controlled by someone

• have a holistic mindset towards health and a respect for the power of the mind/body connection
  and/or
  
• believe that they have tried everything else to achieve results but without success.

Q. What type of person sees a clinical hypnotherapist?
A. People from all walks of life benefit from the process. You can learn more about our client base.

Q. What can I expect during the first session?
A. During the initial session we will cover any questions you may have. We will clarify your goals and decide together how best to achieve meaningful results. Those wishing to receive formal hypnosis during intake session should ask for a two hour session when booking.

The first session is used to educate potential clients about hypnosis, determine suitability and develop a collaborative working plan. Clients are often asked to complete an assignment before the next session. Again, those wishing to receive formal hypnosis during the intake session should ask for a two hour session when booking.

The work is process oriented. We do believe that quick fixes are unethical, unrealistic and are statistically poorly maintained. You must come with an openness to explore and learn.

Q. How many sessions will I need to come to?
A. You will ultimately decide how many sessions are required. Some clients attend one session while others attend up to six sessions or more. Your presenting concern, openness to the process and willingness to complete assignments will be determining factors. As with any other helping professional that you may choose to see:

• A hypnotherapist can only determine potential length of involvement after meeting you
• Sessions continue until you feel the issue has been resolved and you are able to comfortably maintain attitudinal and behavioural changes independantly.

Q. Can I be hypnotised?
A. Hypnosis will feel familiar; you have done it before. Each of us goes in and out of a "trance" like state regularly. We all daydream, "zone out" or "tune in" at different times during the course of our days. This is how our mind naturally functions; it is normal and healthy. Individuals who are open minded, confident and creative are generally more able to begin work with ease. More analytical and/or tense individuals have to work a little harder but often have the most to gain.

Q. What is the fee?
Sessions are $150 and includes gst. You may recieve some coverage if you have a health spending account at your work for alternative services and/or social work services.

Q. Who is Terri?
A. Terri has been a registered social worker for 20 years. You may read more about Terri in the about section.

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