„Dangers“ and contraindications
Short:
„Dangers”:
- Abreactions
- Retraumatization
- => This only happens if someone has not undergone any in-depth training and has no idea what they are doing or should be doing -> Therefore, always check whether the person has any idea of the subject matter
PS: During my training, I learned what to do and how to prevent it 😉
Contraindications:
- Thrombosis
- Myocardial infarction
- Stroke
- Psychoses
- => The above are absolute contraindications
- In my case, there are also non-absolute contraindications, which are all illnesses as defined by ICD-10 / 11 (in America better known as the DSM-5), since I do not have a healing license.
Long:
Are there dangers with hypnosis?
Yes, there are “dangers” with hypnosis and I deliberately put the word in quotation marks. Why? Because these risks only occur when hypnosis is performed by someone who does not know what he or she is doing. Professional hypnosis training teaches you how to deal with abreactions and prevent re-traumatization.
PS: I learned this in my training courses.
When should hypnosis not be used?
There are certain contraindications, i.e. factors in which hypnosis should not be performed. These are divided into two categories:
Absolute contraindications
These include:
- Thrombosis (whether in the past or acute)
- Heart attack (past or acute)
- Stroke (in the past or acute)
- Psychoses
These illnesses belong in the hands of doctors or clinics and must be treated medically. Hypnosis is not the right approach here.
Non-absolute contraindications
These include all illnesses listed in the ICD-10 / ICD-11 (International Classification of Diseases; better known as the DSM 5 in America). As I do not have a healing license, I do not perform hypnosis in such cases.
Why safety comes first
Hypnosis is a powerful method that can bring about profound changes, but only if it is used responsibly and professionally. My aim is to provide you with a safe and supportive environment in which you feel comfortable and confident.
Do you have any questions about hypnosis or would you like to know whether it is suitable for you? Then book a preliminary talk with me and we can discuss everything in peace. I look forward to accompanying you on your journey!