What happens in my initial consultation?
What to expect from my initial free consultation.
Unlike seeing a doctor, visiting a hypnotherapist is a totally new experience for most people.
Whilst you may have considered some form of complimentary health care in the past, you will certainly have some questions about this unique psychotherapeutic technique, and that’s why most reputable hypnotherapists will offer you a free initial consultation, so that you can find out more about how it works and if it’s a good fit for your problem.
What will I learn in this blog?
• How to choose a good hypnotherapist
• What to expect from that first meeting
• Why working with someone you trust is important
• How hypnosis could help you to achieve your goals
Here at The Hypnosis Clinic, we offer a free 30 minute consultation, either at our clinic in the heart of London’s Regent Street shopping district, or from the comfort of your come of office via a Telehealth video link.
The purpose of the free initial consultation is to:
- Introduce you to what hypnosis is and how it works
- Give you some background on the experience and qualifications of the practitioner
- Reassure you of the safety and efficacy of the treatment
- Find out more about your problems or issues
- Give you broad plan of treatment options
- Advise you of the cost
When you are looking for a hypnotherapist, you should choose someone who:
- Offers a free initial consultation
- Belongs to a recognised organisation like the National Guild of Hypnotists
- Belongs to a register that has been accredited by the Professional Standards Authority, like The
- National Hypnotherapy Society.
- Has some good Google reviews
- Has a professional web site
Why do I need an initial consultation?
There’s no substitution for meeting someone-face-to-face, and that’s why the initial consultation is essential. It gives you the opportunity to meet the person you will be working with and to be able to assess first hand if you are going to get along well.
You need to be able to trust the practitioner and be sure that they are qualified to treat you, so meeting them really is essential.
Jonathan Garside is the Principle Hypnotherapist at The Hypnosis Clinics in London and Singapore. He describes what to expect when you see him for a free initial consultation:
“In the free consultation, I usually start with a brief COVID checkup so that you can see my temperature is normal, and then I ask to check yours too. The clinic is sanitised between every client (it was before COVID too), and social distancing is maintained throughout. The clinic also has an air purification system too, so you can be comfortable that the atmosphere is safe“.
“After that initial formalities, I generally tell you a little about my background, how I became involved in hypnotherapy and what my qualifications are.“
“Then it’s over to you. You can tell me as much as you want about why you are here, and, of course, your information is treated in the strictest confidence and in a non-judgemental way.“
“With that information in hand, I can tell you about what hypnosis is, how it works, and how it can help you to achieve the result you’re wanting to achieve. I also tell you if it can’t.“
“Of course, you’ll have some questions too, and I’m delighted to answer any queries you have, so that you feel the process is safe and effective. Of course, you’ll also want to know about fees, and we discuss that too, to come up with a plan that’s efficient and cost-effective“
“I also outline a potential treatment plan and tell you what you should expect by way of results. I also ask you to prepare a ‘Wish List’; 5-10 things you want to achieve from the work we do, written in a positive and proactive way. Then we are all ready to make that first treatment appointment and help you to achieve your goals!“
If you’d like to find out how hypnosis works and if it could be the solution you’re looking for, take a look at our website: https://thehypnosisclinic.com
Or call us for a chat on 0207 439 9089.
