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How does it work?
The good news is that you already know the experience of being a good sleeper, it’s the time when you are asleep - sleeping is as simple as going to sleep and staying asleep. Working with hypnosis we can expand the periods of time for which you enjoy better quality sleep.
The hypnotic program includes suggestions for improved mental calmness, physical relaxation, confidence and competence. It also focuses on being more in control, sticking to your decision, enjoying better quality sleep at night and being more awake and alert during the day.
Additional methods to use alongside a therapeutic program
You may already be using some or all of the following approaches.
Before retiring avoid;
Stimulants (e.g. tea, coffee), alcohol – can cause waking later in the night, avoid studying immediately before bed, a heavy meal, or strenuous exercise and avoid day time napping if possible.
Ensure;
A comfortable bed, a dark, quiet environment, at a comfortable room temperature.
Before retiring try a warm milky drink, light reading or TV.
Use the bedroom only for sleep, do all other activities in another room.
Take regular exercise and eat healthily.
Maintain fixed times of retiring and rising (although lie ins are fine at weekends).
If you do nap during the day restrict it to twenty minutes at a fixed time.
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As a rough guide it can take up to three or four sessions to achieve better quality sleep using hypnotherapy. It is helpful to remain focussed on the benefits and rewards of sleeping well. These are personal to the individual but can include;