Length of hypnotic treatment is like most other treatment procedures. It will vary depending on the nature and severity of the problem. Treatment may be as short as one session for such things as smoking, to several sessions. Hypnosis is frequently used in conjunction with other forms of psychotherapy. Hypnotic treatment is only one tool, and when used by itself the treatment is usually short term.
All hypnosis is self hypnosis.
The professional acts as a facilitator or teacher to help you achieve this pleasant state. Some professionals make tapes for their patients, to be used in between sessions or in place of repeated sessions. A good example is the use of hypnosis in the treatment of chronic pain. Misconceptions about Hypnosis Loss of consciousness. One of the major myths about hypnosis is that you will lose consciousness.