Is it true that I lose consciousness during hypnosis?

Is it true that I lose consciousness during hypnosis?

John McGrail, C.Ht. (Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist) gives expert video advice on: Is it true that my hypnotherapist has control of me when I am under hypnosis?; Is it true that only weak-minded people can be hypnotized?; Is it true that I can be put under hypnosis without my consent? and more...

You never lose consciousness during hypnosis. If you were to lose consciousness, you'd be asleep. Deep hypnosis is the next step away from sleep. As far as the brain activity is concerned, deep hypnosis would be considered theta, which is a very slow and very rhythmic brain wave, with delta meaning full sleep. If you were to lose consciousness, you'd fall asleep. If you fall asleep, you can't hear what I'm saying. And if you can't hear what I'm saying, the suggestions are not going to have much effect. So I never let my clients fall asleep for more than a few seconds.