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Frequently Asked Questions
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Does the American Medical Association (AMA) view Hypnosis as effective?
What does Hypnosis feel like?
I don't want to lose control?
Do I will get stuck in Hypnosis?
Do I will reveal my deepest secrets?
Does Hypnosis is Mind Control or Sleep?
Is everyone capable of entering Hypnosis?
Is it safe?
Uses of Hypnosis in Obstetrics?
In Hypno Birthing classes what will I learn?
What are your office hours?
How long are the sessions?
Do you charge for a phone consultation?
How should I proceed?
Does the American Medical Association (AMA) view Hypnosis as effective?
Yes! The AMA has officially recognized hypnosis as a beneficial treatment for over 40 years. In a review of literature published in Psychotherapy magazine (Volume 7, Number 1, Dr. Alfred A Barrios, PhD) various techniques were profiled. The greatest success in providing lasting change occurred with Hypnosis (93% recovery after 6 sessions), followed by Behavior Therapy (72% recovery after 22 sessions), and then Psychotherapy (38% recovery after 600 sessions). Hypnotherapy does not need years of self-exploration for results.
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What does Hypnosis feel like?
In general, hypnosis is a pleasant feeling of relaxation. Many people expect to feel something special or different when in hypnosis, even though it is a normal state. Hypnosis is a state in which the mind is highly absorbed or concentrated. We have all been in this state many times before. Sometimes it seems so normal to a person that he/she denies being in hypnosis. One can hear sounds going on around and sometimes one's mind wanders. Each person's experience is different and will vary from time to time. Most people feel very relaxed and comfortable and so, have little desire to move or open their eyes, although this is totally possible.
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I don't want to lose control?
One cannot be hypnotized against one's will or without consent. Everyone achieves their own hypnotic state by cooperating with the suggestions to relax and concentrate. In reality, all hypnosis is self-hypnosis. You go into it willingly and with full awareness. The hypnotherapist is like an instructor or coach, guiding the client. In hypnosis, people will NOT accept any idea or suggestion that is against their religion, values, or ethical principles.
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Do I will get stuck in Hypnosis?
You CANNOT stay suspended in a hypnotic state. The worse thing that can happen to you is that you could fall asleep, not go into hypnosis and eventually awaken refreshed.
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Do I will reveal my deepest secrets?
Hypnosis is not a truth serum. Since you are in control at all times, you will only tell the therapist what you feel is necessary to know or understand.
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Does Hypnosis is Mind Control or Sleep?
Hypnosis is NOT mind control or sleep. As mentioned earlier, no one can make you do anything while in hypnosis that you would not ordinarily do while you are out of hypnosis.
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Is everyone capable of entering Hypnosis?
Yes, everyone is capable of entering hypnosis
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Is it safe?
Hypnosis is a safe therapeutic tool. Hypnosis has no side effects, but like any other tool, only a trained, qualified doctor or mental health practitioner/professional should use it.
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Uses of Hypnosis in Obstetrics?
(1) Reduction or eradication of fear, tension and pain before, during and after labor and delivery.
(2) Reduction of the amount of pain medication to maintain patients comfort.
(3) Allows the mother to be conscious and cooperative with the physician.
(4) Allows the mother to speed up or slow down her labor.
(5) Reduces chemical-analgesia and anesthesia or completely eliminates them.
(6) Reduces postoperative nausea, anoxia, and other side effects of chemical anesthetics.
(7) Produces resistance to fatigue.
(8) Controls painful uterine contractions.
(9) Shortens labor time by approximately two hours to four hours for most mothers.
(10) Eases delivery.
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In Hypno Birthing classes what will I learn?
(1) Relaxation and self-hypnosis techniques to eliminate the fear and tension that cause long labor and pain - replacing it with confidence, calm, and comfort.
(2) The creation and control of the body's own natural anesthesia.
(3) The source of the myth that pain must accompany normal birthing.
(4) How the mother's body is designed to work in neuro-muscular harmony with nature throughout labor.
(5) Practice in deep relaxation during and between uterine surges.
(6) The importance of prenatal and perinatal bonding.
(7) Natural ways to bring your body into labor without artificial chemical induction.
(8) How you and your birthing companion can create a birthing environment that is calm, serene, and joyful rather than tense and stressful.
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What are your office hours?
Monday-Thursday: 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
By Appointment Only.
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How long are the sessions?
Intake Session: Fifty (50) minutes long. The purpose of our Intake Session is to determine your needs, whether we are a good match, and to confirm that your needs fit within my scope of practice. Also, if referrals are needed from your Primary Care Physician. Following Sessions: Forty five (45) minutes long.
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Do you charge for a phone consultation?
No.
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How should I proceed?
If you feel you have problems that could be helped by talking with a Hypnotherapist and have motivation to do something to change your life, call Dr. Fabiola M. Berón, Ph.D at (407) 261-8922 for an appointment.
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