Terms & Conditions

NOTE: Hypnotist/Hypnotherapist/Practitioner are used interchangeably in the following document.

1. I have been advised by Stop Hypnosis, the scope of hypnosis/hypnotherapy practice and I give my full consent to receiving hypnosis/hypnotherapy sessions Stop Hypnosis in today’s session and in any future sessions
2. I understand that results vary and that the above-named practitioner may not guarantee results.
3. I understand that Hypnosis/Hypnotherapy is not a replacement for medical treatment, psychological or psychiatric services or counseling. I also understand that the Hypnotist/Hypnotherapist does not treat, prescribe for, or diagnose any condition.
4. I understand that the practitioner is a facilitator of hypnosis or hypnotherapy and is not practicing any other profession that requires a license.
5. I am aware and understand that in some cases it may be necessary for the therapist to respectfully touch my shoulders, hands, wrists, arms, legs, sternum, face, or forehead to assist me in relaxation. I give the practitioner permission and consent to do so to help me establish a beneficial state of hypnosis.
6. I have been advised that I am free to terminate any or all sessions at any time. I have agreed to participate in each session to the best of my ability.
7. I have accurately provided background information as requested by the hypnotist/hypnotherapist.
8. I understand that confidentially regarding my sessions will be honored between Stop Hypnosis and myself. This same confidentially is respected when working with minors under the age of eighteen.
9. I understand that, depending on the state of my mental health, further psychiatric treatment by may be needed and will be suggested to me and documented by Stop Hypnosis if he determines my situation to be outside the scope of hypnoanalytic counseling and hypnotherapy.
10. I agree to pay Stop Hypnosis for all services rendered in a timely fashion if working with a payment plan; otherwise, I understand all monies are due before each session unless other arrangements have been made in writing. I understand that all pre-paid sessions must be used within 180 days of today’s date.
11. I understand missed appointments will be charged at full price and no refund will be offered.
12. I understand if I need to make changes to appointments, these must be made and agreed with a minimum of 72 hour’s notice. If made in less than 48hrs notice these maybe subjective to a discretionary 100% session fee charge. However you will be offered to have your session digitally recorded and sent to you if you are unable to attend at short notice.

Disclosure Statement

CONFIDENTIALITY

Matters regarding your sessions will be kept confidential except in the following circumstances: You grant me specific permission to release information to a specific individual or agency; child abuse; you are an imminent danger to self or others; or in the case of the subpoena of records. Any information shared is kept confidential. From time to time I also consult with other colleagues, but in this circumstance clients are not identified by name. Your signature below constitutes you giving permission for such consultations.

FEES AND PAYMENTS

The typical charge for General Hypnotherapy is £110 per 90 minutes session, unless Stop Hypnosis running a special discount, group discount, pre-paid package deal, or third-party discount, which will be identified on my website or via coupon.

Package deals usually are cheaper per session and should be paid for in advance. Payment is due before the first session, unless agreed with Stop Hypnosis when booking.

Payments for sessions is due before each session or upon the conclusion of each session before the following session.

CANCELLATIONS

Since I have reserved our appointment time for you, it is my policy to charge 100% fee for cancellations received less than 48-hour notice unless we can reschedule the appointment within the same week and at Stop Hypnosis discretion. Insurance companies generally do not reimburse for failed appointments.

REPORTS AND PHONE CALLS

There is no charge for email correspondence and brief calls. Calls lasting longer than 15 minutes may be charged and billed to the client on a prorated basis for £2 per minute. Reports requested by insurance companies or physicians will not be released without your permission, and a £80 processing fee may be applied.

Terms and conditions

I, the undersigned, understand all questions and verify that all information is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also understand that the hypnotic methods used by Hypnotist(s) of Stop Hypnosis Hypnotherapy are not a substitute for medical or psychiatric treatment. I understand these methods to be a conditioning process, whereby an individual is taught to use their own abilities for their benefit and wellbeing. With this understanding, I hereby grant the Hypnotist(s) of Stop Hypnosis permission to hypnotise me or the minor child whose name appears at the top of this form. I (we) further grant permission for the sessions to be recorded as needed.

I know my progress is dependent upon my efforts and that there are no guarantees as to the result or progress to be made. I understand that the success of the treatment will be in direct proportion to my commitment to the end result.

I (we) agree to pay for services rendered to the above-named client as the charge is incurred.