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How to Find a Hypnotherapist
Because there are no recognized standards, hypnosis “certification” means little. However, a qualified hypnotherapist should at least have taken reputable training courses
approved by the National Guild of Hypnotists.
Listings of Qualified Hypnotherapists
To find listings of certified or licensed hypnotherapists, start with the following resources:
- National Guild of Hypnotists: A nonprofit professional organization for hypnotherapists established in 1951. See www.ngh.net.
- American Society of Clinical Hypnosis: The largest U.S.–based organization for healthcare practitioners who use hypnosis. See www.asch.net/referrals.asp.
How to Choose a Specific Hypnotherapist
Successful hypnotherapists develop relationships with their subjects based on trust, confidence, and respect. Just as with a traditional therapist, a subject best accepts suggestions from a hypnotherapist whom she perceives as helpful and wise. If a subject can’t develop a good rapport with her hypnotherapist, the sessions are unlikely to be successful.
Questions to consider when evaluating a potential hypnotherapist include the following:
- Does this person seem trustworthy?
- Do I feel comfortable with him or her?
- Is he or she making an effort to answer all of my questions and address all of my concerns?
- What are his or her specialties?
Other Professionals Who Use Hypnosis
Beyond pure hypnotherapists, many other professionals also use hypnosis in their work. These include:
- Psychologists, psychiatrists, and counselors
- Doctors, nurses, and alternative health practitioners
- Dentists
- Coaches
- Spiritual advisors
Practitioners of hypnotherapy often specialize in only one area of hypnotherapy. Some dentists, for example, may
offer hypnotherapy only as part of pain management for surgery procedures. Always inquire into which specific services a practitioner can offer.
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