Secrets of the Stage Hypnotist
John Black
- Organisation:
- John Black (Beechwood Therapy)
- Region:
- Anywhere
- Notice Period:
- Regular (more than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Professional
- Fee:
- Unknown
- Category:
- Life Skills
- Updated:
- 27th October 2026
- Tagged:
- Hypnosis | Stage Hypnosis | Hypnotherapy
How does a stage hypnotist persuade volunteers to forget their names, become convinced they are celebrities or find an ordinary object hilariously funny? Is it mind control, clever showmanship or something more interesting?
In this entertaining and informative talk, John Black of Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy explores the ingredients behind stage hypnosis. He looks at the roles of suggestion, imagination, expectation and audience participation, explaining how the setting and selection of willing volunteers help shape a performance.
John discusses why some people respond more readily than others, how a performer builds anticipation and why dramatic behaviour on stage does not prove that someone has lost control of their mind. He also explores the influence of social pressure and the importance of consent and responsible practice.
Drawing on his perspective as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist, John explains how stage entertainment differs from therapeutic hypnotherapy, where the focus is on an individual’s goals and wellbeing.
With intriguing examples and opportunities for questions, this talk invites audiences to look beyond the spectacle and discover how attention, cooperation and suggestion can combine to create a memorable show. An engaging introduction for anyone who has ever watched stage hypnosis and wondered: “How did they do that?”
To enquire about this talk or book John as a speaker, please contact:
John Black Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy Website: www.beechwoodtherapy.co.uk
Views: 21 | Enquiries: 0About John Black
John 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.
Other Talks on SpeakerNet by John Black
- Hypnosis: Myths, Misconceptions and What Really Happens
- Breaking the Cycle of Overthinking
- Why Willpower Fails: The Psychology of Changing Habits
- Sleep Well: Understanding the Busy Mind at Bedtime
- The Anxious Mind: Understanding Your Inner Alarm System
- Imposter Syndrome: When Success Doesn’t Feel Like Enough
- Emotional Eating: Why Food Can Become More Than Fuel
- Hypnotherapy for IBS: Understanding the Gut–Brain Connection
- You Don’t Have to Dig Up the Past to Move Forward
- The Genius of Milton Erickson
- How to Cope with Stress: Finding Calm in Everyday Life
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