Q: WHAT IS HYPNOTHERAPY AND HOW DOES IT WORK? Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access the subconscious mind, where automatic patterns, beliefs, and emotions are stored. From this calm, natural state, you can release old programming and install new, supportive habits and perspectives. Q: WHAT HAPPENS DURING A SESSION? You’ll sit or lie comfortably with your eyes closed while I guide you into a relaxed, meditative state. You remain aware and in control the entire time. We then work with targeted suggestions and techniques to address your goals (e.g., stress reduction, habit change, trauma release). Q: WILL I BE IN CONTROL? CAN I GET “STUCK” IN HYPNOSIS? You are always in control. You can speak, open your eyes, or stop at any time. You cannot get “stuck” in hypnosis, this is a myth. Hypnosis is a cooperative process, not mind control. Q: WHAT ISSUES CAN HYPNOTHERAPY HELP WITH? Hypnotherapy is commonly used for anxiety, stress, trauma imprints, low self-worth, sleep issues, performance, procrastination, confidence, motivation, and unwanted habits. Q: HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED? Every person is different. Many notice meaningful shifts after 1–3 sessions; longer-standing patterns may benefit from a short series. Q: WILL I REMEMBER THE SESSION AFTERWARDS? Most clients remember the session clearly, similar to recalling a guided meditation. Some details may feel dreamlike, that’s normal when accessing deeper states of relaxation. Q: Is HYPNOTHERAPY SAFE? ANY SIDE EFFECTS? Yes. Hypnotherapy is considered safe for most people. Typical after-effects include calm, clarity, and lightness. Occasionally people feel temporarily emotional as the body releases stress, this usually passes quickly. Q: CAN I COMBINE HYPNOTHERAPY WITH THERAPY OR MEDICATION? Absolutely. Hypnotherapy is a complementary approach and can be used alongside psychotherapy, psychiatry, coaching, or medical care. Please continue any prescribed treatment. Q: WHAT IF I “CAN'T RELAX” OR THINK I'M NOT HYPNOTIZABLE? Hypnosis is a learnable skill. You don’t have to be “good” at relaxing, just willing to follow simple guidance. Samsara healing tailors the pace and techniques to you, and most clients go deeper than they expect. Q: HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR MY SESSION? Avoid caffeine at least three hours before, wear comfortable clothing, and choose a quiet space (for online sessions). Bring your goals or questions. Afterward, drink water and allow a little time to integrate. Q: DO YOU OFFER ONLINE HYPNOTHERAPY SESSIONS? Yes. Sessions are available in person and online. Virtual hypnotherapy is equally effective for most goals and lets you relax from home. Q: WHAT IS THH AND HOW IS IT DIFFERENT? Transformational Healing Hypnotherapy (THH) combines hypnotherapy with targeted subconscious re-patterning and mind-body methods. It’s designed to address root causes and support lasting change. Q: IS HYPNOTHERAPY A SUBSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL OR MENTAL-HEALTH TREATMENT? No. Hypnotherapy is complementary. If you’re in crisis or experiencing thoughts of self-harm, contact local emergency services or a crisis line immediately (in the U.S., call or text 988).