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Serenity Birthing

HypnoBirthing Classes - for a calmer, more comfortable birth

Your Experienced Birth Educator
Sacha Taylor HBCE DipHB(KGH)
07957 397291

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Myths about Hypnosis

The misconception and impression that many people hold is that hypnosis is something magical, mystical and potentially dangerous. Hypnosis has even been portrayed by some, as a scary form of mind control, where people are made to give up control of themselves. Hypnosis is in fact the complete opposite, as people visit Hypnotherapists or utilise self-hypnosis techniques because they want help to gain more control over their lives, not less.

The phenomenon of hypnosis is firstly, and most importantly, a natural state of mind, which means that virtually every person has the natural capacity for response to hypnosis. There is nothing unnatural or supernatural about it. Hypnosis is simply a natural state of physical, mental and emotional relaxation, along with a heightened state of awareness.

This change of consciousness is extremely comfortable and relaxing, just like those moments before you fall asleep and as you start wake up in the morning. You’ll feel very relaxed, yet your mind will still be highly focused and aware. This in itself is very beneficial, particularly for those suffering with stress and anxiety issues, as it relaxes, refreshes and invigorates the mind and body.

Hypnosis is a means of moving into a perfectly natural state of mind, that people actually move in and out of several times a day. Everyone has experienced this trance like state, although they may not have called it hypnosis. Daydreaming, reading, driving are all examples of every day tasks when we may enter an altered state of awareness.

Have you ever had the experience of driving along the motorway and thinking you cannot recall the last junctions or towns you passed?

Or have you ever been so engrossed in a TV programme, a book, a film or social media that you’ve lost track of time, or not realised that someone has been talking to you?

These are all everyday examples of a change of consciousness and an altered state of awareness. Hypnosis is just another example of an altered state of awareness. The difference being hypnosis is unique in that it can be utilised for beneficial self-change.

When a Hypnotherapist guides you into hypnosis they are not asking you to experience anything strange that you haven’t experienced before. This is why sometimes people come out of hypnosis unsure whether they were actually hypnotised or not, as it is such a familiar feeling.  The extraordinary quality of relaxation you can achieve with hypnosis is extremely beneficial, puts you firmly in control of your experience and is a natural state of awareness for your mind.

If you or your partner has any specific concerns, I am more than happy to discuss this further with you and provide the latest scientific evidence and research to reassure if necessary.

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Free Taster Sessions

Curious about Hypnobirthing?  Or keen to do it, but dad isn’t so sure?!  Then please come along to my next taster session on Thursday, 23rd June 2022 from 8pm-9.15pm in Bath, and you’ll be able to find out all you need to know!  I will explain why Hypnobirthing works, how it works and what you can expect from my courses so you can decide if it’s the right kind of birth preparation for you.

Places are limited, so please contact me to find out more and book a place.

Hypnotherapy Sessions

As well as being an Accredited KGHypnobirthing Teacher, I am also a fully qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist specialising in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. I can help with anxiety, stress-related disorders, depression and stopping smoking as well as the treatment of phobias (needles, hospitals etc), and much more.  Couples who sign up to my Hypnobirthing courses can benefit from a half price Initial Consultation (saving £35) and pay only £50 per session thereafter (saving £20 per session) or get £40 off a stop smoking session (£120 instead of £160).

If you are interested, please contact me for further details or visit my Pure Hypnotherapy website for more information.

KGHypnobirthing Accredited Teacher (DipHb(KGH)), HypnoBirthing Educator (HBCE), Solution Focused Hypnotherapist & Supervisor (DSFH DHP HPD MNCH(Acc.) SFBT Sup (Hyp)), Member of AIMS (Association for the Improvement of Maternity Services), the Positive Birth Movement group and Volunteer with the Maternity Voices Partnership (MVP) for the wider Bath area.

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