Clinical Hypnosis in Invermere and online
Clinical hypnosis uses a calm, focused state of attention as part of counselling. It isn’t stage hypnosis: you stay aware and in control the whole time. It’s offered here by Alana Cotterall, Registered Psychologist, and Bridget McDermott, RCC.
Who DBR may help with
DBR can be used on its own or alongside EMDR and talk therapy.
What a session is like
Your counsellor first talks with you about what you’d like to work on and answers any questions. Then they guide you into a relaxed, focused state, a bit like being absorbed in a good book. Some counsellors use calming imagery, like slowly walking down a staircase, to help you settle more deeply. From there, the work might include ego strengthening, which uses imagery and suggestion to help you feel calmer, steadier and more capable. You stay aware the whole time, and you can open your eyes, speak or stop whenever you like.
Clinical hypnosis isn’t stage hypnosis
The myth
You’ll lose control, say things you don’t want to, or be made to do something silly.
The reality
You stay aware the whole time and can stop whenever you like. It’s a calm, focused state, and you’re always in charge.
Practitioners who offer Clinical Hypnosis
Adults
In-person & online
Level 1 · Level 2 (in-progress)
Adults
In-person & online
Level 1 · Level 2 (in-progress)
Whenever you’re ready
Take the first small step
Have a look through the counsellors at Hearthstone, or book a free 20-minute consult with someone who stands out.