The subconscious mind is the part of your mind that runs in the background. It stores your habits, beliefs, memories, and automatic responses. It's why you can drive a familiar route without thinking, or feel anxious in situations that remind you of the past.

Your subconscious mind responds and acts on what it has learned in the past.  On the other hand, your conscious mind does the  thinking and reasoning.

Hypnosis communicates directly with this deeper part of your mind. learn to use your mind to update old patterns and replace them with healthier, more helpful ones.

Your conscious mind is actively thinking right now. It analyzes, compares, and makes decisions. It's the voice in your head that weighs options and reasons things through.

 It can block new ideas that don't match with your pre-existing beliefs.  It acts as a filter.  That's  why willpower and discipline can be hard to sustain.

During hypnosis, the conscious mind's filtering mechanism (the critical factor) relaxes its grip. This allows  positive suggestions to reach the subconscious, where Permanent change actually takes place.

Yes, most people can be hypnotized to some degree. Suggestibility varies from person to person, but most can reach an effective state of focused relaxation with proper guidance.

Hypnosis is not done TO you. Willingness is key to having a successful experience.  Be open to the process and trust your hypnotist, and your chances of a positive experience are very high.
 
You stay aware and in charge throughout the entire session.

No.   Hypnosis has nothing to do with sleep. You will hear  everything that is said to you.  You will be awake and aware.

Hypnosis feels somewhat like a deeply relaxed daydream. You may feel light, or heavy, or just pleasantly relaxed.  Many describe the state of hypnosis as a beautifully comfortable and tranquil state.

You can choose to come out of hypnosis any time you choose.  Just open your eyes.  

Many people say that they're surprised by how natural it feels. You simply feel comfortable and relaxed and focused.
Your body may feel warm, or cool, tingly or light and floaty. Others say they feel pleasantly heavy.  Your worries tend to fade into the background, and your mind may feel clear. A common occurrence is time distortion, when time seems to pass more quickly.

Some people feel so alert they wonder if anything is happening at all. Others drift into a dreamy, peaceful state. Both experiences are completely normal.
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No. In fact, the opposite is true.  Hypnosis absolutely requires your cooperation and your consent.  If you disagree with a suggestion your mind will reject it.  You can not be influenced to do anything that goes against your values or your desires

You are aware during the entire session. You can move, you can speak and you can come out of hypnosis whenever you choose.

Your hypnotist guides the process. But you are the one in control.

There are a several reasons hypnosis may be less effective for some people.

One is expectations. Some wait for something dramatic to happen, and might miss the subtle shifts taking place.

Resistance can also be a factor. Some people try too hard to analyze the session, causing them to feel anxious or skeptical.  This can get in the way of relaxing deeply enough. 

It's important to have trust and rapport with your hypnotists.  Take time to establish that in your first consultation.

Finally, you may find that some issues need more than one session. This process can support big changes, and it may take time.

Meaningful change can happen in one session.  Other changes benefit from a series of sessions  

Phobias and simple habits can often be addressed fairly quickly.  However, deep patterns and beliefs that have built over years might take more time and repetition to shift.

BE sure to discuss your goals upfront with your hypnotist and get a realistic sense of what to expect.  Each case is unique.

What's most important is that you are committed to change. Hypnosis is most powerful when you are an active and willing participant in the process.

Your first session is mostly about getting to know each other. A good hypnotist will take time to understand your goals, answer your questions, and address any concerns you have.

This conversation matters. The more your hypnotist understands about you, the more tailored and effective the session can be.

Your hypnotist will guide you into a relaxed and focused state. The suggestions you are given are carefully chosen and will help you to shift old patterns and support the changes you desire.

After their first session, most people feel calm, positive, and  optimistic about what is possible.