The Message From Innisfree

You Have the Right to Use Hypnosis

Hypnosis - it’s been on Oprah (May 13, 2008), medicine is finally using it (although this grows slowly), science is exploring it, and most importantly the individual person is using it to make changes in his or her life.

I’m talking about the use of hypnosis. The ability to enter into the imagination and focus deeply is a trait every single human being has.

Nobody can own it but you yourself. And nobody can tell you whether you have the right to use your own mind but yourself.

Better still nobody can cause you to be hypnotized against your will (as in the Manchurian Candidate and poorly-informed Hollywood movies). It’s your imagination, your subconscious – and your choice.

The most a qualified hypnotist can do is know protocols to guide you in what you want to do.

You, and you alone, empower yourself to make a change, develop better or even investigate consciousness further.

Now that the efficacy of hypnosis is becoming known [and of course it has been around since the beginning of time] vested interests which previously disregarded it and even disparaged it are attempting to control it through law and even fear tactics.

The plain facts are:

  1. Hypnosis has no side effects (unlike most drugs),
  2. The use of your own hypnosis to help your self is your human right.

Hypnosis the “New’ Old Modality Comes Into Its Own

Hypnosis / Hypnotherapy (NOT to be confused with 'stage hypnosis' for entertainment) is developing as its own profession. As such it has all the growing pains that chiropractors, psychologists, massage therapists, dentists, and even medical doctors have experienced when they defined themselves as separate professional organizations. One might say we are on the ‘wild frontier’ in our development as a profession.

One thing to remember though is that hypnosis is not new. It was used in ancient Egypt. It was brought into public knowledge again by Anton Mesmer M.D. (who for his time was a highly respected doctor and from whom we have the word ‘mesmerize’). It has been fought for by brave medical doctors (who saw their careers damaged when they supported it) because of the great benefits their patients experienced. And gradually people have realized, because this ability is in all of us, that they can use hypnosis all by themselves to make changes.

Entering Hypnosis Is Easy . . . But What Then?

Meditation is simply a lighter form of hypnosis. Any bookstore sells self-help books for a person to learn to hypnotize him/herself and even others.

So, you may ask, why use a Consulting Hypnotist / Hypnotherapist?? I suppose it’s much like being a better golfer, basketball player or musician - the top performers all have coaches. There is only so much you can teach yourself. When you use a hypnotherapist they teach you more and help you use that learning. Any good hypnotist gives you the tools to do even more for yourself when you finish with that hypnotist.

How Are Hypnotists Trained?

As with anything, training varies widely among Consulting Hypnotists.

Anybody with the money and inclination can take a 3-weekend (9 day) course in hypnosis and when they're done, they can set up shop calling themselves a Hypnotherapist. If they take a second five-day course (after having at least 3 months active hypnotherapy practice), they can be called a Master Hypnotherapist (NGH) according to the laws in Ontario.

In my opinion:

Hypnosis is a Serious Modality!

It takes an enormous amount of research, learning, practice and just plain understanding of the conscious and unconscious mind to do well. It should not be part of a group of tools and other modalities nor should it be used by those with little understanding of psychology, metaphysics, and human endeavours.

I took the basic training when I started out. Everyone does. However, I found it wasn't enough, so I studied for 3 years to research this modality, gaining a DCH (Doctor of Clinical Hypnotherapy - accredited in Alabama) designation in the process. I continue to study.

Unfortunately, sometimes what seems to be a "simple" issue has very deep roots and problems can not always be resolved by simple hypnotic suggestion techniques used by the majority of hypnotists.

You have every right to know the training background of the consulting hypnotist with whom you work!

It isn’t easy to find but there is quite effective education for hypnotherapists beyond the basic training. Europe (particularly Britain) provides extremely good education for hypnotists including college and university training. Canada offers a little at one college in Alberta. The United States offers training at some universities and legitimate online schools (much like Athabasca University on-line university in Canada).

Most Consulting Hypnotists have a prior background in another field of work. Often nurses and social workers move into working with hypnosis. Educators also find their background skills work very well with hypnosis. And it’s the one area in which age is an asset. Life experience certainly helps the understanding of life experiences.

Non-Medical Consulting Hypnotists

Hypnotherapists who do not have a medical background (or a mental health background) do not work with issues in these fields – unless given permission to do so by a professional in these areas. Even then a hypnotist should be very selective about the issue to be helped. The goal is to help a client to success and being ill-informed about the client’s issue isn’t help.

I often see clients who have been told they ‘just have to live with it’ or that the doctor has done all that is possible. It is the choice of the client to explore another possibility. I have worked with clients like these in fibromyalgia and IBS and seen them change themselves for the better.

Mostly though, when a hypnotherapist doesn’t have a medical background, we deal with life issues. We deal with everyday stresses and learning to eliminate or control them, we deal with the emotions causing binge eating and resolving them, we deal with learning ‘anything’ better, we deal with letting go of the past which may be poisoning a client’s present life, and yes – we deal with spiritual exploration. For instance, I also help those who have psychic abilities manage them and even take them further (see Connector Hypnosis).

Hypnosis Of and For the Spirit

This form of hypnosis is called Transpersonal Hypnosis. It is not based on religion but is based on the concept that there is ‘something more – out there and in here’ and that with exploration we can find out about this and even help ourselves through this ‘finding out’.

This is the area of the writings of Eckhart Tolle, Wayne Dyer and others. And this is the area addressed in both Connector Hypnosis and Inner Awareness Hypnosis.

The ‘something more’ of this area is often referred to as the superconscious – beyond the subconscious. Psychics seem to have the skill of entering it easily. Most people need a bit more practice than that. Of course entering this area brings up questions of belief and developing that belief further. Within this area are past life exploration and energy release protocols.

A well-developed hypnotherapist knows how to work with transpersonal hypnosis. Too many briefly-trained hypnotists know little of it – yet this is where the consciousness of human beings extends. It is not good enough to avoid working in this area due to the comfort level, belief system or the ignorance of the hypnotist.

The superconscious certainly can be left entirely alone if the client doesn’t want this challenge. I like it when the client gives me permission to use all my tools to help make the change – but I always ask permission.

Good Old-Fashioned Hypnosis – Clinical Hypnosis

Clinical hypnosis is the form of hypnosis most used by clients and hypnotists. It makes marvelous changes. It is based entirely on the strength of the focus the client maintains. What the imagination allows itself to believe at the time informs the brain. The brain makes the change.

Clinical hypnosis is used for pain, stress, habit, fears and phobias, allergies, life conditions like pregnancy (childbirth and the 9 month side effects) and self-improvement (like learning and sports improvement). The list is endless. It makes it very interesting for myself because I never know the issues my clients may bring to me to change.

Train Your Inner Mind . . . For Success!

When you think of training your mind to do this you may also think of it as learning any skill. Playing music requires determination and practice – as does learning a sport, knitting, and riding a horse. Using your own inner mind is no different.  That’s why I require an absolute commitment for change and hard work from any client I see. Tools and CDs are given for between-session work. As well I offer a service that few other hypnotists do – personal email contact. I expect my clients to contact me frequently between sessions with updates about their changes.

And the Rewards?

When you begin using hypnosis it is like any learner mastering a new skill. The difference is that your expertise will develop very quickly. And it develops as you relax [deliberately] in both body and mind. Relaxing is quite a pleasant experience!

As you master staying relaxed and keeping the focus of whatever it is you are doing you can talk, explore and explain. You can actually make things happen like ease pain, normalize blood pressure, stop nervous reactions. Certainly within the superconscious you can amaze (and help) yourself with your findings – findings that sometimes can be proven, many times can’t be, but somehow expand our sense of ourselves.

I Am Passionate About Change – Your Change!

I want to see you change beyond the norms of what this world states. I don’t accept ‘nothing can be done’. I don’t accept ‘just have to live with it’. And I don’t accept the belief that by rehashing your past story over and over again future change happens. I am not a psychiatrist, but I fail to see how examining the painful entrails of your past will bring you joy and release in the present -  or your future.

By the same token I have little use for verbal fencing matches, ‘yes buts’, and psychological transference of emotions onto me.

I’m here to help you change and move forward as you help you to move forward.

The client who works best with me has already committed to change and is actively going to pursue it. With hypnosis I help this client all the way.

The techniques work. The change happens. But those who want hypnosis to do it for them while passively waiting for ‘something’ to happen, who are not 100% committed to change and develop anew and use effort to have this happen won’t find my methods compatible.

I Take Only A Limited Number of Clients

I hold only 6 hypnosis sessions a week. My practice is much more in-depth in many ways than other hypnotists. You get much more personal attention and I devote a lot of time to making sure you're achieving the changes you want.

If you choose to work with me, I do the following:

My limited amount of weekly sessions mean that I am selective about clients – and those clients should be selective about me. We need a good fit for success!!

What Does Working With Innisfree Entail?

If you want me to work with you, here are some of the basic things you need to commit to:

Back to the ‘wild frontier’.

It’s important for you to take responsibility in your choice of Consulting hypnotist. That means learning about their background, years in practice, training [and length of it], ongoing training and reading, and associations which accept this hypnotist. There may even be facts about hypnosis and your issues which the hypnotist may be able to supply. I believe you should ask these questions, or be informed of the above when selecting a hypnotist or beginning work with the hypnotist you have selected.

So this is my information:

I was a teacher of 33 years before embarking on my second career as a hypnotherapist. I taught English, music – and thinking. As an enrichment teacher specializing in how people think, it was my job to teach children about their thinking, and teachers how to use many methods in order to engage the children’s minds. I became very involved in the study of consciousness through doing this work. I also saw the effect of music on the mind.

Upon retirement I continued my interest by taking basic training to be a hypnotherapist and continued this education by studying for 3 years of further research, - attaining the degree of, Dr. of Clinical Hypnotherapy (Am.) and accredited in Alabama. My doctoral thesis was upon Ericksonian techniques. I use this training in the writing of scripts for clients, the production of reinforcement cds, and  producing recordings and programs for children (Dr. Feir’s Stories).

I regard hypnosis as self-education to use your maximum inner resources and even explore your consciousness further, much, much further.

My private practice is in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.

I am not a medical doctor, nor do I treat or prescribe for any condition. I am a Consulting Hypnotist / Motivational Coach. I am skilled in working with your consciousness.

My Techniques

You will be fully informed about the techniques I use. I am trained in Clinical hypnotherapy (which is the standard suggestion format and visualization techniques), EFT, and Transpersonal hypnotherapy. I use the techniques that you feel most comfortable with. Sometimes you ask for all of them.

Now there is the ‘meat and potatoes question.
How much does this cost?

Cost

Innisfree sessions can now be paid through PayPal on my website by credit card. Each individual session costs $130 + tax. This payment is per session not per hour. Session range from 1 to 3 hours in length.

I accept cheques and cash payments if you prefer to pay that way.

If you are referred by your medical doctor these sessions can be claimed on your end of year taxes. If you are a business they can be claimed as a business expenses since I am also called a Motivational Coach.

Innisfree will soon offer hypnosis which will in some way improve you in your job (not having fibro, stress, IBS etc.). As such this hypnosis can be claimed on taxes as tuition. Ask about this new feature.

Process

The Initial Consult

We can get right to your issue if we have already been dialoguing by email and you have received and filled out your intake form this way. Otherwise you fill out your intake form with me at the first session. In the first session (consultation) we will talk about your issue, then we’ll do hypnosis work with your imagination so I can see what stimulates it and the level of altered state you give yourself permission to move to. You will be given some instructions on what to do at home and training in EFT. We will begin the work on your issue.

Between Sessions

A session is followed by a reinforcement CD. The CD is 25-40 minutes long and best listened to before you go to sleep. For most issues a subliminal CD will be provided as well. This is for daily conscious listening and should be played often.
Frequent email contact must be done between sessions.

I hold 2 sessions per day, Tuesday through Friday , at 1:00 and 4:00 respectively.

I have a home treatment office separate from my house and behind it. Upon confirmation of your first appointment a map to my address is will be forwarded.

I look forward to meeting you.

An important quotation from Dave Elman – hypnosis trainer of doctors]

Elman response when this question was asked of him: I have heard that in several states laws are being formulated to stop the use of hypnosis by anyone but a qualified physician. What do you think of these projected laws?

You can’t outlaw the workings of the human mind. You can’t keep people from being suggestible, for this is a God-given attribute – nor can you prevent anyone from giving other people suggestions. In other words, you can’t enforce a law that is contrary to the laws of nature. Since we are all giving each other suggestions every day of our lives, sometimes without even realizing it, how can this be prevented? This is not always recognized as hypnosis but quite often that’s exactly what it is.

(pg. 305), Hypnotherapy, Dave Elman, Westwood Publishing Co., Glendale California

Click here to set up an appointment.

Testimonials

I am pleased to without hesitation recommend Dr. Feir Johnson as an excellent Clinical Hypnotherapist. Dr. Johnson utilizes the scientific basis of hypnotherapy to guide her practice and treatment of each client’s specific presenting issues. She has a professional yet caring and friendly manner which enhances her treatment. Her CD’s are an excellent resource for continued practice of hypnosis at home. Her approachable and caring manner puts one at ease immediately. Dr. Johnson follows up with clients appropriately. Dr. Johnson has helped me rid myself of a pain problem and I will continue to use this excellent resource for tune-ups as needed.

Dr. Camille J. Kolotylp
Fonthill, ON

For almost the past 25 years, I suffered with seasonal allergies to pollen as well as year-round allergies to cats. I hate needles, so shots were out of the question, so every year, I'd dope myself up on whatever over-the-counter allergy meds seemed to be popular that year and stumble through my summer. I found over time I couldn't eat meat or drink either, because that would make the symptoms worse - even when I was medicated. The months of May and September were NOT my friends.

When I asked Dr. Feir if hypnosis could work for allergies, I was amazed to hear that they could be gotten rid of easily. I immediately signed up for private consultations in the fall of 2006 and bought the CDs. After three weeks, I was "cured" - my symptoms were hardly present and when they were, I could easily identify what the emotional triggers were.

The week after my last session, I went to a party at a friend's house where they were two long-haired cats. I was also offered a scotch by my Scottish hosts - which I couldn't refuse ; )

Anyway, sitting at the party with a cat on my lap and a scotch in my hand, I realized that Dr. Feir's work with me was extremely successful.

In the spring of 2007, I had no allergy symptoms unless I was emotionally stressed. When I dealt with the stress, the symptoms went away. My wife commented she's got me back again. My work life improved immensely and I feel better than I have in years - allergy drug free for the first time in almost 25 years! Thanks Dr. Feir!

Mark Kawabe
Thorold, ON


About Innisfree | Hypnosis Products | Hypnosis Specialties | General Hypnosis

Hypnosis Training | Hypnosis Techniques | Read My Blog

Order Hypnosis Sessions | Hypnosis Resources | Contact Innisfree | Home

All contents © 2008~2009 Innisfree Hypnosis Centre for Change . . .

Website development and internet marketing by The Web For Business.com