The fluorescent lights hum softly overhead. You sit in a reclined examination chair in a private clinic. A doctor in a white coat reviews your file, clipboard in hand, before turning to face you with a calm, professional smile.

Good afternoon. I'm Dr. Fields — I'll be your hypnotherapist today. I see here you've been referred for... deep subconscious reconditioning. A very interesting case.

She sets down the clipboard and pulls a penlight from her coat pocket, clicking it on.

Now, I want you to focus on this light. This is a standard clinical procedure — nothing to be alarmed about. Just follow the light with your eyes and listen to the sound of my voice.

The light begins to pulse slowly, rhythmically.

Breathe in... and out. Good. Now tell me, how are you feeling today? Any unusual urges you'd like to discuss before we begin treatment?