Please find below some of the most Frequently Asked Questions around hypnotherapy, why it is so effective, locations etc. Do get in touch if you cannot find your answer , I’m happy to help.
How long to see results from hypnotherapy ?
The length of time it takes to see results from sessions varies depending on the individual and the issues being addressed. Like any therapy, our approach requires willpower and commitment from you as the client. And also transparency in terms of your condition and any underlying diagnosis.
Our aim is to set you on a positive pathway to your goals in as short a time as possible- and many clients are surprised at how soon they see significant progress to their goals. The number of sessions required needs to fit your individual case and goals. For quitting smoking and vaping though, hypnotherapy has excellent success rates after two 90-mins sessions. In general, 8-12 sessions are ‘average’ to see positive results for anxiety and other diagnoses, although it can be longer.
What will the treatment cost?
Our aim is to set you on a positive pathway to your goals in as short a time as possible – the number of sessions required will vary from case to case. We will discuss my best estimate after the initial consultation. To give examples – For quitting smoking and vaping , hypnotherapy has excellent success rates after two x 90 mins sessions. See pricing here.
For phobias , we generally need around 5 sessions. For anxiety and other more complex cases, we also offer packages of five sessions , offering a lower cost per session than a one-off. Note: Each of us have different backgrounds and impacting factors; so that results vary between individuals. No outcomes or timelines are therefore guaranteed.
What is the usual structure for a session?
Like most therapists, the standard session is 55 mins, giving us 25 minutes for a positive, solution focussed talking therapy session and around 30 mins for hypnosis. Obviously this split can vary by week and by client
If timings allow, we may offer longer sessions, for example a 90 minutes session is recommended for quitting smoking or vaping
How do you feel after hypnotherapy? Am I sleepy/ can I drive?
Clinical hypnotherapy sessions are designed to leave you feeling positive, energised and with a feeling of calmness post treatment. Our training and techniques mean that you are quickly able to be able to continue with your day, with work meetings or to drive or anything else you were doing pre-session.
To some extent, you will feel MORE refreshed and alert than before.
Trance is not the same as sleeping – ask me to explain more in our Initial session.
An important point- do not listen to a hypnotherapy audio whilst driving, operating machinery or doing any task requiring you to be fully alert.
Do you offer sessions in my own home – or online?
In short, YES. We look to tailor our services to wherever you as the client feel most comfortable & thus where our treatment would be most successful .
We offer a few choices below- home visits are more limited in availability:
- At rewired Guildford In our relaxing garden treatment room; a sunny & relaxing safe space with easy parking
- London @ Chiswick Therapy Rooms [nr Chiswick Park station]
- Online ,via video including Facetime, Zoom & Teams .
What qualifications do the therapists at rewired have?
I’m a fully qualified Solution -focussed hypnotherapist , with the renowned Bristol school of CPHT. This means I have training in Solution focussed therapy, in NLP techniques as well as Clinical hypnotherapy.
Bob and any of our therapists are registered with the National Council of Hypnotherapists [NCH] and have full Enhanced DBS certificates, for working with children & vulnerable people.
I follow a strict code of Conduct set out by the National Council of Hypnotherapy. A key foundation of this is to always put the patients needs and best interest first. Our Initial consultation has a detailed assessment and specific medical questions .
I will always refer you on if I do not feel I have the expertise required to help you.
How do you manage my personal data and privacy?
Our work as professional Therapists require us to gather information about you as the client, to support and document our treatment. These are governed by strict legislation to ensure confidentiality & security of that data
Our full GDPR and Privacy Policy is available here, we cover some key points below….
Ensuring ongoing privacy and confidentiality is key to our business and as such, privacy is a top priority for rewired and our therapists
Sometimes clients ask us why we need to collect & store this information? We collect and store only data that we are required to by Law or by our Professional Body or Insurers
- By Law, we are required to collect and store data on the clients that we see. In May 2018 the Data Protection Act was replaced by the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). The changes to the Data Protection Act are aimed at ensuring that your personal, confidential & sensitive data is held privately and securely
We collect this information to also ensure:
- Continuity and accuracy in our treatments and recommendations- so that we have a reference point for each meeting and to refer back to before we have each subsequent session
- That a complete History of your treatment is available & stored safely/ securely
- To enable us to provide this History and information to your GP or another specialist , if you request.
Where can I read your Terms and conditions for treatment?
Our Privacy policy is available on our site here. Every new client will be emailed our key terms and conditions to sign, as part of their Initial consultation and before therapeutic treatment commences.
Online sessions : How should I prepare for the most effective online video session ?
Online sessions are just as effective as face to face and became the norm for many therapists during and post-Covid. Many clients find the convenience of hopping on a video call , from whatever location suits, a great benefit.
We can use whichever video format works best for you- most of the time we use Facetime or WhatsApp video, or Teams & Skype from a PC if that’s easier answer to this item.
3 key tips to ensure a smooth online session are:
#1 Choose a quiet , private space to have the session
• Find a room that allows you to be fully relaxed and unlikely to be interrupted •Ideally with a comfy sofa , chair or bed where you can lie back for the hypnosis element of our session
•I’ll need to be able to see your face/ top half of your body during the hypnosis, mainly so I can see how you are during the session
•Obviously no one can guarantee perfect silence… and from experience, once in a session, doorbells, dogs and birds just blend into the background !
#2 Test your device set-up [wi-fi connection, camera , microphone and sound] ahead of the session
• •Wi-fi or mobile | Sessions work very well on mobile services such as Facetime or WhatsApp video. Ideally have a tripod or stand so that you can relax and not worry about holding the device or balancing it during the session
•Sound | Do a trial call to a friend to test your sound and mic are working well. •I’ll also send you the MP3 file of my hypnotherapy backing music [Big Blue], so that you can play that at home and have that at whichever volume suits you •
#3 Minimise interruptions
• •Let family or potential visitors know you need a quiet hour
•Switch off alerts or ringtones on your mobile; or Off if you are using your laptop or a tablet to have the session
Can you give me an assurance of the number of sessions you will need to support my aims?
Every person I see is unique. We have different backgrounds, different contributing factors and differing aims from the sessions. So we can never be 100% sure how many sessions will be required
I’ll always do my best to give you an indication of progress- or you can highlight to me the budget and therefore sessions you can fund.
Note that results will vary between individuals and no outcomes are guaranteed.
Hypnotherapy is a complementary approach and is not a medical treatment. If you require medical advice, please consult your GP.
What happens if I am not happy for some reason or would like to make a complaint?
Sometimes sessions or perhaps other elements do not go as expected. As a first port of call, please talk to me or message me, and I’ll do my best to address the matter. Or address any Complaints to bob@rewiredtherapy.co.uk.
We also have a specific obligation under the Data Protection Act and the 2025 Data Uses and Access Act [DUAA] to safeguard your personal data, which has strict guidelines and also a separate Complaints process. If you have a complaint relating to rewired therapy’s use of your personal data , as a first step please refer to our Privacy Policy here and contact Bob@rewiredtherapy.co.uk.