What Works Better?

A question I have been frequently asked over the years is whether a person will get better results with private or group session hypnosis counseling? Like so many things in life, the true answer is "it depends."

There are certain issues that can really only be worked with properly in the one to one setting, for example overcoming unhealthy fears.

However, when it comes to matters of habit control like smoking cessation, I have seen people achieve remarkable results in the group environment.

Perhaps it would be helpful to understand what it means that hypnosis "worked" when helping someone make a change in their life.

As best I can tell it can be best summarized into two phases. The first is the shift in perception, where the person goes from the mental frame of not believing she can achieve a goal that is possible and wanted, to one of expanded potential.

The second phase is the realization and acceptance that the change has actually occurred. Too often a person will make some progress towards a stated goal and then will discount that progress, believing that it is inevitable that the past must always repeat itself.

With group hypnosis, the phase of realization is strengthened by seeing the progress of others and having yours recognized too. This is especially true when the group members already know each other and have a strong desire for not only individual success, but for the group as a whole.

Now it should be mentioned that the positive results I have seen come out of group programs have had a relatively small number of members, say 4-12 people. At that number, a group bond can form quickly and the facilitator can provide some individual attention if needed.

If interested, please give me a call at (732) 714-7040 to learn more about how you and your friends can arrange your own customized small group hypnosis program.