Hypnotherapy is a safe and effective procedure for various issues, including weight loss and addiction. It is a genuine psychological therapy that works by putting individuals into a trance-like state. Researchers have debated its efficacy for over a century, but it has been shown to help with pain, smoking cessation, depression, and other problems. People can be hypnotized when their subconcious mind is open and receptive. Though there are skeptics, hypnotherapy can be a standalone treatment or used in conjunction with other forms of therapy. It is not mind control or brainwashing as sometimes portrayed in pop culture.