Working with children
Young children absorb what they experience from their environment straight into the Subconscious Mind without conscious rationalisation .
Through to the age of around 6 they are mainly operating in the Theta frequency range and download an incredible amount of cues and information , to function in their environment.
" Anyone who doubts the sophistication of this down loading should think about the first time your child blurted out a curse word picked up from you.
I'm sure you noticed it's sophistication, correct pronunciation, it's nuanced style, and context carrying your signature "
Bruce Lipton - " Biology Of Belief "
Children naturally inhabit a world of playacting and imagination ( Mark Tyrell )
One must understand the child's environment to assess the coping skills they have developed to live in their world.
This gives insight to their self esteem and self image.
One must gain their trust and be congruent in what one says and does.
Once this is established kids are very direct and honest.
The use of humour, metaphors, empathy and imagination achieve great outcomes.
Conversational Hypnosis is a powerful tool with children, as storytelling
is a wonderful way of explaining situations and feelings , to them.
A parent or care-giver may sit in on a session.
I have often found that as the initial part of the consultation unfolds, with the child included in the conversation and questions shared and answered, that the child decides they will be fine on their own.
That is a significant signal of trust.
That trust is sacred.