Yes, it really is all in your head and that’s ideal when working with hypnosis for fertility. Hypnosis affects the hypothalamus, the neural center at the base of the brain linked to the pituitary gland and controls the flow of hormones in the body. The hypothalamus is sensitive to stress and acts as a bridge between the emotional and physical responses. Emotional messages are turned in to physical responses that affect hormone levels.

Studies support that unresolved issues about having a baby can be removed with counseling and hypnotherapy. A study published in 1999 by Dr. Elizabeth Muir found that 42% of 132 infertile women who participated in hypnotherapy for fertility conceived within six months of having completed it. Dr. Muir believes that the psychological issues surrounding pregnancy are not sufficiently addressed for many women with fertility problems. Another study published in 2000 supports Dr. Muir’s beliefs. This study showed that 55% of previously infertile women who met regularly in a mind/body program conceived, compared with 20% of the control group who did not use a mind/body program.

Another study found that women who experienced depression following the failure of their first IVF had much lower pregnancy rates than the non-depressed women during their second IVF cycle.

The issues of stress and depression are addressed in Bakersfield HypnoFertility sessions. Stress and lack of confidence tend to be among the top culprits preventing conception in healthy women. Hypnotherapy reduces stress and increases confidence in the client, which in turn maximizes her chances of conceiving naturally and/or increase the success of medical assistance. Hypnosis is rapidly becoming the most sought after modality of therapy because it is a highly effective adjunct to conventional medical care.