FAQ

Some Frequently Asked Questions

How Do You Access These Journeys?

The vehicle that is used to access the immortal soul in both Past Life Regression Therapy and Life Between Lives Spiritual Integration is hypnotherapy. Hypnosis can be defined as a state of consciousness where the cognitive powers are at rest.

What Is Hypnosis?

Hypnosis is a method of attaining a relaxed state of enhanced focus and immersion, it is concentrated attention and receptivity to an idea, thought or set of ideas. Hypnosis produces the ability to experience views and images as real, bypassing the critical factor to establish selective thinking. When the conscious mind is bypassed, the subconscious mind is open to suggestion.

Does Suggestibility Mean Gullibility?

No, suggestibility is not the same as gullibility. While gullibility entails that a person is easily deceived or cheated, suggestibility is the intensity level which the brain and nervous system accepts and consents to new ideas. During hypnosis both the mind and body are much more responsive.

Can I Become Stuck In Hypnosis?

No. Hypnosis is a natural state of consciousness that you go through every day whenever falling asleep and wakening. If a hypnotherapy session is disrupted the subject will merely fall asleep or instantly waken.

Will I Be Asleep Or Unconscious?

No, you will be mindful of all the sounds around you at all times. Hypnosis feels like daydreaming. If the hypnotherapist spoke to you, you would hear it.

Will I Remember Everything That Happened?

Absolutely!

Can I Be Hypnotised?

Yes, hypnosis is not something that someone does to you, it is done with you! If you trust your hypnotherapist to guide you, you will relax and enjoy the experience. If you have ever driven somewhere and not observed how you got there, you have experienced hypnosis. The best people for hypnosis are smart, have an active imagination, and are creative and good thinkers.

Does The Hypnotherapist Control Me?

No, you are in control the total time. You will not lose control or do anything against your beliefs, morals or ethics. What is more, you can decide to emerge at any time, and no one can keep you in hypnosis against your will and participation. Hypnosis is a method of achieving a relaxed state of heightened focus and concentration. It is a totally natural state of mind. The hypnotherapist is merely the guide, you are in charge of the session. You will hold suggestions you agree with, discarding any that go against your moral or ethical beliefs.

Can I Be Made To “Confess” Secrets?

No. Hypnosis is not a truth serum. You are fully aware of what you are saying at all times and you can censor what you say.

Can You Hypnotise Someone Against Their Will?

Absolutely Not! Hypnosis is a consensual state that you do to yourself. Even our most experienced hypnotherapists have only ever technically hypnotised themselves.

How Long Does It Take?

One session may not usually be sufficient to eliminate a habit that took years to develop, although sometimes it happens. Each individual is different and unique, but several sessions are recommended for most individuals. The initial session can last up to two hours and involves discussion of the client’s goals and objectives, resolutions or any misconceptions and concerns about hypnosis and the hypnotherapy session itself. Follow up sessions on any particular goal or objective may take up to an hour.

Is Hypnosis Accepted?

Hypnosis has been accepted by the American Medical Association since 1958 as a low risk therapeutic procedure. With regard to Hypnosis being accepted by religious groups, we have worked with people of every denomination.

Should Hypnosis Be An Alternative for a Doctor Visit?

No! While hypnosis is safe and frequently recommended by Doctors to help resolve many types of issues, it is not a panacea. It is never meant to be substituted for proper, professional health care. Clients often turn to hypnosis for pain management because it is highly effective. Pain is frequently a symptom that something physical is wrong; thus a thorough medical examination is necessary to determine the cause of the pain. With the doctor’s permission hypnotherapy can then be used to relieve the pain, not using hypnosis to mask it. Consider Hypnotherapy as a specialist field if you are undergoing medical prescriptions, you will usually require a medical referral from your GP.

How Does Hypnosis Work?

Hypnosis takes advantage of the differences between the conscious and subconscious components of the mind. Hypnosis works directly with the subconscious mind to effect change through suggestion.

What If My Mind On Occasion Wanders During Hypnosis?

While your mind may wander and drift occasionally during hypnosis, it’s just your conscious mind that is doing the wandering. This allows your subconscious mind to understand and accept the suggestions for changes that you desire.

My Friend Saw A Hypnotherapist And It Didn’t Work, Why Is That?

Change comes from the person seeking it and if the person failed to achieve the success they were seeking, it can be typically for two reasons. The first reason is the person wanting the change, doesn’t actually want the change, but they have been told to come and see us. In these cases the person’s subconscious did not accept the suggestions to accept the new behaviour.  Also a person may have secondary gains for a particular behaviour. By working on the issues causing the panic attacks and resolving the cause, the person’s subconscious may believe this will mean they don’t receive the same level of attention from their family.

The other reason why Hypnotherapy may be ineffective for a small amount of people is due to the level of experience and education of the hypnotherapist. Our Hypnotherapists maintain a vast amount of experience and continue to increase their education alongside our own research, and as such as our staff have a greater success rate.

Will You Turn Me Into A Chicken?

The reason a person in a Hypnosis Stage Show (which has nothing to do with therapy whatsoever) gets up on stage and dances around like a chicken is because the hypnotist asks for anyone who “wants to have a good time” to come up.

I’ve Heard Of Stories Of People Using Hypnotherapy In A Negative Way, How Is This Possible?

Unfortunately in every profession and industry there are those that operate with ethics and those that are less attentive to humanity. Our recommendation is to always ensure anyone you choose to work with using hypnosis or hypnotherapy is sufficiently qualified. Spend the time to qualify the therapist’s hypnotherapy and hypnosis training as there are some mental health professions (such as some psychology degrees) that spend less then minimal time educating the correct applications of hypnotherapy.

Can I change my appointment if I need to?

Yes you can change your appointment without any penalty up to 48 hours before the appointment, however unfortunately with less than 48 hours’ notice we do charge a cancellation fee. The cancellation fee is the full session, as we have put aside that time to deal specifically with your issue.

What is the clinic location?

We are located at “Moora Moora”, 93 Howards Lane, Kyabram Vic 3620, it is a private house. Go to the end of Howard’s Lane on the bitumen road, through the ungated fence onto the gravel road. That gravel road swings to the left and Thinkshift is located within the house on the right hand side.

Can I get to the clinic via Public Transport ?

Unfortunately, there isn’t any public transport to the property.

Can my wife, husband, partner, sit in on the appointment?

There may be circumstances where it is necessary for a partner or spouse to sit in on a session, which can be undertaken with prior arrangement. This is nearly always the case with children who are seeking sessions. However in the whole, it is suggested that partners and spouses do not sit in on the session, as they can be a distraction to the therapeutic process, which in turn can be detrimental for all concerned.

Is Hypnosis Covered by Medicare?

Medicare only covers GP’s, Accredited Mental Health Social Workers and Psychologists who meet the standards established the Australian Federal Government. Some registered psychologists may have undertaken the art, practice and skill of hypnosis.

Can I get a Medicare Bulk Billing Payment at HypnosisSoul?

The type of services we provide at HypnosisSoul are not covered by Medicare.

Do you have a waiting room?

Unfortunately we have no waiting room, so if you turn up early to your appointment, please wait in the car until just before the appointment time. Please be aware we may be finishing with another client, so some silence would be very much appreciated upon approach.

Do you have toilets in the Clinic?

Yes, we have a toilet for use by clients

What are your consultation fees and how long are the sessions?

Quantum Consciousness Journey $350 and they are 2-3 hours

Past Life Regression Journey $350 and they are about 3 hours

Future Life Progression $350 and they are 3 hours

Life Between Lives Hypnotherapy Journey $550 and they are between 4 and 5 hours

Please check our Terms and Conditions page, Privacy Page and Refunds Policy Page.

Do you take a deposit upon making an appointment?

Yes, we generally ask for a $175 deposit for new clients who wish to make an initial appointment booking. This is respectfully requested to be transferred via bank transfer or via the online shop.

When are consultation fees due?

All fees are due and payable at the end of the session, except when a deposit has been taken and the amount due at the end of the session sis the unpaid component.

Where can I download the intake form?

The intake form can be emailed to you upon request.

Is what I say treated as Confidential?

Yes, our conversations are confidential, however there are established limitations to confidentiality. All personal information gathered by the practitioners during the provision of the services will remain confidential and secure except when:

(1) it is subpoenaed by a court,

(2) failure to disclose the information would place you and or another person at risk,

(3) your prior approval has been obtained to: provide a written report to another professional or agency, e.g. your GP / solicitor, or to discuss the material with another person, e.g. a partner, parent or employer. To ensure that you receive the best possible care, details of your case may be discussed with the practitioner’s supervisor in confidential terms. During these discussions your identity will not be revealed.

Will information be recorded about what we discuss?

Yes, in order to provide the best support possible to you, HypnosisSoul will need to collect and record personal information, manually and electronically, during each session. The information will be used to set goals and to monitor progress which may be relevant for future sessions. Paper information will be stored in a locked filing cabinet and electronic information under password protected software.