Before working with someone in hypnotherapy I like to conduct a free Initial consultation . This is common practice in hypnotherapy. It might be referred to as a ‘discovery call’, a ‘pre-therapy discussion’ or any number of things. In essence it is a contact in which allows:
- The patient/client can get to know the therapist – This can be very helpful as it means they are more comfortable when it comes to the hypnosis.
- The therapist can get to know the patient/client – This allows the therapist to formulate the best strategy for the client/patient. Hypnotherapy is more personalised than any other form of psychological intervention and the therapist benefits from a little space and time to work a few things out.
- It provides an opportunity to explain issues like confidentiality and what is expected of you in therapy.
What does a free initial consultation in hypnotherapy look like?
How long is it?
It can be anything from a 5-minute phone call to an hour in the consulting room, this will often vary with the issue being worked with. Typically, I take:
- 5-10 minutes on the phone for smoking and vaping cessation.
- An hour for everything else.
Is it in-person, online or by phone?
Again, this varies from hypnotherapist to hypnotherapist. Typically, I will make a phone call for smoking and vaping cessation and everything else should match how the therapy is to be done. By this I mean; if we are going to meet in-person for therapy, then we should meet in-person for the initial consultation and online if we are going to work online.
Can you skip the free initial consultation in hypnotherapy?
Yes. However, I offer it, and will push for it, for a reason. I will still need to gather the information so most of the first session will be spent on that anyway and it is unlikely that there will be much time left for anything other than an introduction to hypnosis, let alone serious therapy.
To book your free initial consultation in hypnotherapy
Contact Matt on – 0778 909 7741
