


One of the nation’s outstanding hypnotherapists who
is also a psychologist has commented that good sex is simply an erotic
trance. When the similarities between hypnosis and satisfying sex are
considered, he is quite correct. Effective hypnosis involves high focus and
concentration on the matter being dealt with. So does effective sex. In
hypnosis there is a strong response to suggestion. In sex there is a strong
response to stimulation.
Sex therapists may not know much about hypnosis. But hypnocounselors surely
need to know about sex. From any approach the basic effort is to free
clients from worries, distractions, emotions or other disturbances so as to
develop a focused state of awareness. Orgasm may well be the ultimate
trance – sensations are powerful, highly concentrated to the point
where other thoughts, feelings, sensations or
emotions are obliterated from the mind.

When problems develop in sexual performance or enjoyment, a logical approach
is (as in many other problem areas) to look for causes. What has happened?
When did problem exist? How did they progress? Quite often hypnotic
regression may prove revealing, locating sources of problems and indicating
the appropriate therapeutic procedures to resolve them.
Hypnocounseling has
proved wonderfully helpful in dealing with psychosomatic sexual problems –
impotence, frigidity, etc. – and in enhancing self-esteem and confidence
where necessary. The development of a positive self-image is always an
important factor in adjusting to the needs and desires of partners and
achieving the ultimate in relationship security.