There are many misconceptions about hypnosis.  In hypnosis, the hypnotized person is in control and can greatly benefit from an altered state of perception.  The therapist will lead the client in such a way that the client's subconscious mind will absorb positive messages.  Often, a person has barriers to achieving goals; however, working with the deeper mind, through hypnosis, pushes aside the barriers so that positive outcomes can be achieved in a relatively short time.

A state of hypnosis is simply a deeper state of relaxation that allows the brain to achieve an alpha wave state; in that state, a person's mind can assimilate positive ideas without the barrier of bad habits and negative  conscious thoughts.

Hypnosis is just a step further than meditation or standard relaxation techniques, such as creative visualization.  It takes a bit longer and is more deep.  Hypnosis has been proven to be effective for, among other things:

• Confidence
• Healthy eating patterns
• Relief from anxiety and depression
• Insomnia