The efficacy of hypnosis is really more dependent of the person trying to lose weight, not the hypnotist. The therapist provides the dieter with another encouraging tool in their quest for weight reduction. This is a difficult concept for many dieters and professionals to accept. Normally, when we consult a doctor about an injury or illness, our role as “patients” is seen as a largely passive one , we are required merely to take the prescribed drugs. The professional’s skill in selecting and carrying out the correct treatment is seen as the crucial factor for successful recovery. Weight loss hypnosis is at the opposite end of this spectrum of control. In weight loss hypnosis, the expert can usually do no more than provide information, advice and encouragement. The success or failure of the treatment depends largely upon the patient’s ability to understand, interpret and successfully implement the treatment plan. However, when engaging in a quick weight loss regimen, hypnosis can provide assistance.