Will I lose control? Can someone make me do something against my will? Will I reveal my deepest secrets? For many people, the word hypnosis brings to mind swinging watches, stage performances and mysterious powers.
In this informative and accessible talk, John Black of Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy explores common myths surrounding hypnosis and explains how therapeutic hypnotherapy differs from the entertainment audiences see on stage.
John discusses what hypnosis can feel like, why people remain able to make choices, and why being hypnotised does not mean being asleep or unconscious. He also explores the role of attention, imagination and suggestion, helping audiences understand the experience without the mystery.
Drawing on his work as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist, John introduces an approach that focuses on strengths, practical progress and the future, rather than requiring people to revisit difficult experiences from the past.
The talk offers a reassuring opportunity to ask questions, challenge assumptions and discover what hypnotherapy involves. Audiences will leave with a clearer understanding of hypnosis, its limitations and why it is a collaborative process rather than something done to someone.
See John's website at www.beechwoodtherapy.co.uk
Views: 23 | Enquiries: 0John Black is a therapist at Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy in Canterbury, Kent. His work focuses on helping people move towards greater calm, confidence and clarity, with an emphasis on positive change rather than dwelling on the past.
John’s talks explore everyday challenges that many people recognise: overthinking, stress, disrupted sleep, unwanted habits and the pressures of modern life. He explains ideas about the mind in straightforward language, making the principles behind his therapeutic approach accessible to audiences without a background in psychology.
His speaking topics include Breaking the Cycle of Overthinking, Emotional Resilience, Why Willpower Fails, Rewiring Bad Habits and Imposter Syndrome. He also explores subjects such as emotional eating, alcohol moderation and stopping smoking.
At the heart of John’s approach is an interest in how people can build on their existing strengths and take manageable steps towards the future they want. His talks encourage audiences to reflect on their own patterns of thinking and consider practical ways to respond differently to challenges.
John offers community groups, organisations and event audiences an introduction to Therapy and Hypnotherapy, alongside perspectives on managing thoughts, emotions and habits, with a focus on developing greater understanding, resilience and a positive outlook.
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