According to some recent research, there is a 25% rate of success for people who undergo hypnosis as a method to quit smoking. Is hypnosis really effective at helping people quit smoking? According to studies, the answer is yes.

What is hypnosis and how does it work? Hypnosis encourages your subconscious mind to be receptive to suggestions in a relaxed environment. And in this mode, the patient’s subconscious is more responsive to the hypnotherapist’s suggestions.

Does hypnosis really work? Hypnotherapists claim it can, as long as it’s done correctly. After several hypnosis sessions and with a strong desire by the individual to quit smoking, the rate of success can be anywhere from 66% to 95%.

The myth surrounding hypnosis is that an individual under hypnosis becomes unconscious or prone to act out commands directed by the hypnotist. And that’s all it is, a myth. This is more fiction than fact, and is usually only seen on TV and in stage performances. Genuine hypnosis lets the person remain completely conscious while totally relaxed. The subconscious then becomes responsive to the suggestions of the hypnotherapist.

You’re halfway there as long as you are highly motivated to quit smoking. Once the hypnotist reaches the subconscious, keywords are used to suggest that, for example, quitting smoking will be easy, your desire to smoke is dissipating, and you do not wish to smoke any longer.

As well, according to hypnotherapists, just about anybody can be hypnotized effectively. This is a safe and effective method wherein you can end a session at any given moment. Unlike what many believe, you don’t go to sleep; you are totally cognizant of anything the hypnotist says.

The bottom line is that if you really and truly wish to quit smoking, then hypnosis can work for you. Over the course of a few sessions, your subconscious will respond to the hypnotist’s suggestions, and you should lose your need to smoke. Ultimately, you will start to view smoking as a distasteful and repulsive activity.

Are there instances wherein someone who is hypnotized reverts back to smoking? Yes, this happens from time to time. But there are hypnotherapists who offer lifetime assistance to those who fall into this category.

If you really want to quit smoking, and your subconscious will accept some subtle persuasion, hypnosis could take the place of other methods like medication or nicotine gum and patches. The secret is finding a well qualified hypnotherapist with a good reputation, who you can work closely with to reach your objective.