Most hypnotists, on interviewing a new client/patient will ask the client what he or she thinks hypnosis is. Replies range from sleep, to unconsciousness, to surrender of mental powers and control, to magic, to voodoo; all are in error. The hypnotherapist and client work together to overcome the issue at hand. You are always in control, the hypnotherapist never has control over you. It is safe, healthy and natural.