Hypnosis is a form of psychotherapy in which a person is put into a TRANCE-like state in order to access their subconscious mind. The term 'hypnosis' comes from the Greek word for sleep, and it is often used to help people relax and focus on a particular task or thought. TRANCE, which has 6 letters, is a state of deep relaxation and heightened suggestibility, which can be induced by hypnosis. It is a state of consciousness in which the individual is more open to suggestion and can be used to help people overcome certain issues or habits.