Hypnotherapy is a type of mind-body medicine that involves deep relaxation and focused concentration. It is guided by a trained hypnotist or hypnotherapist using verbal cues, repetition, and imagery. In this state, you can ignore distractions and be more open to guided suggestions for health improvement. Hypnosis works by quieting the conscious mind and tapping into the part of your brain where thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors originate, allowing for modifications and replacements of unconscious thoughts.