Hypnotherapy Children

A note about Child Hypnotherapy

Child Hypnotherapy requires appropriate training.  A therapist may agree to treat your child, but many do not have the correct skills or knowledge to do this safely and effectively.   It is also worth checking whether they have an up to date DBS.

Children generally have fewer misconceptions than adults, as most have not seen or heard of stage hypnosis. The advantage with children also is that they great at using their imagination.  They rarely have a problem imagining or visualising things, unlike adults.   

Children Hypnotherapy sessions – what to expect

The biggest difference when working with children is that the session is less formal.  It is completely fine for them to keep their eyes open or have a parent with them.  They are made to feel safe and in control of what is going at all times.  Trying to keep it fun is top priority!

I treat children in my clinics in Warrington and  Liverpool.  Where the surroundings are comfortable and relaxed.

ASD and ADHD

There is a misconception amongst hypnotherapists that children with ASD cannot be hypnotised.  Fortunately, this is not the case at all.   I have lots of experience with ASD and my own daughter, step-son, niece and sister are all on the spectrum. 

Children (and adults) with ADHD are usually the easiest to hypnotise.  This is because ADHD is not a deficit of attention, it is just badly spread out.  In fact, when they fix their attention on something, they do it better than anyone else.  It’s a fantastic skill!