What does NLP actually mean? 'NEURO' refers to the mind and how it works, 'LINGUISTIC' refers to the language used the way people express themselves and communicate their experience to others and 'PROGRAMMING' refers to the effect that language has on the mind and on behaviour. In other words it is what was known in my day as response to suggestion.

NLP also stands for natural language patterns, in other words the aim of NLP is to get inside a person’s natural language body and thought patterns and use this knowledge to help them achieve their goal or outcome. It seems that that is the essence of what NLP is all about. Even within the NLP fraternity there is often a divergence of opinion as to what actually constitutes NLP mainly because it represents such a varied collection of theories and techniques. This is probably why people are always finding new things to do with NLP in fact a lot of NLP practitioners like to refer to themselves as experiential explorers.

Many NLP experts spend lots of time searching for a unified field theory in much the same way astronomers and physicists have tried to do. This would bring together all the subjects of psychology, psychoanalysis, hypnosis, spirituality etc. and give them the credibility they so desperately desire. It is unlikely that this will ever happen, but at least it will keep them off the streets and out of mischief.

Although originally the chief aim of NLP was the treatment of problems, in more recent years it is being used more and more in the world of business and sport. NLP is based on real life behaviour and its main aim is to help people get better at what they do, whether it is in a personal or professional capacity; whether it is to improve personal relationships or be a better salesperson, the list is endless. Excellence in performance is one of the goals of NLP and requires the development of skills and the corresponding physical and mental states. These physical and mental states can be compartmentalised and summarised as follows.

NLP encompasses both a systematic and holistic approach to improving yourself as a person using organizational effectiveness, in other words, getting your act together. NLP is an acronym for Neuro-Linguistic Programming. In simple terms, it is an advanced form of hypnosis that explores the characteristics of an individual in relation to their behavioural and interactive skills. Once an understanding is reached, we then have the tools necessary to improve personal development and enhanced interactions with others.

How is Neuro Linguistic Programming used in therapy?

NLP therapy is carried out in a fully waking conscious state, and is therefore particularly suitable for people who do not feel comfortable with the idea of being hypnotised but who still would like to benefit from a speedy and effective form of therapy.

NLP can be very quick and effective just 2 or 3 sessions are often all that may be needed to deal with a specific problem or issue. Some find that just after 1 session they can feel the benefits of NLP. When compared to traditional talking therapies such as counselling with a councillor and needs you to have weekly sessions for months or years of therapy, It is clear that fewer sessions ultimately mean smaller cost to you and of course this alone takes a small amount of pressure of you.

Neuro Linguistic Programming is different. It is proactive and focuses on outcomes, empowering you to change your perceptions of the past and build useful resources for the future.

Neuro Linguistic Programming in conjunction with hypnotherapy is highly effective in dealing with a wide range of issues which include: -

This is just a few NLP direct issues we can help you with. Why not call for a free consultation? We are based in Exmouth and Exeter, Devon and are here to help you achieve your goals.