Category: Hypnotherapy
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January 25th, 2012 |
From sex and relationships, to confusion about career and life choices, to those persistent and pesky maladies of the mind like anxiety and depression, past-life regression therapy can heal the mind and body.
Past-life regression is a form of therapy commonly known as hypnotherapy. But hypnotherapy, in my opinion, is just a term for a philosophy that has the potential to go much deeper.
What is typically referred to as a state of hypnosis comes with a lot of stigmas and preconceived notions. The layperson has come to see hypnosis as a trance-like state, much like a zombie. In actuality, however,... Read More
January 5th, 2012 |
Hypnotism can be a useful and versatile tool for addressing sexual concerns, including several types of sexual problems (such as non-medically caused erectile dysfunction and low desire) and negative body image, shame, and sexual inhibitions. Hypnotism can help discover and correct inner obstacles to sexual health and pleasure. As a skill set, hypnotism is used in a complementary way by many types of helping professionals. Hypnotism also provides the foundation for a growing group of professional practitioners variously known as consulting hypnotists and hypnotherapists.
I spent a good portion... Read More
October 10th, 2011 |
Sleep problems are prevalent, and can take a significant toll on well being. Thus, this month’s article focuses on mind-body approaches to address occasional and chronic insomnia. Last month, I wrote about the most common herbal and nutritional supplements for insomnia. Mind-body approaches are especially important tools for treating sleep problems because they are considered safe, have demonstrated evidence of benefit, and do not interfere with other treatments such as medications.
The Many Faces of Insomnia
Although we tend to use the term ‘insomnia’ to describe any problems associated... Read More
April 28th, 2011 |
There are many treatments for chronic pain, including those that fall under the heading of “complementary and alternative” (CAM). This article discusses hypnosis as a CAM pain management tool that can be used within the context of psychotherapy.
The Impact of Chronic Pain
Pain is a complex perceptual experience that involves not only physical sensations, but also one’s thoughts about and emotional responses to it. Pain is described as chronic when is has persisted for 3-6 months or more. It is a significant source of distress for the pain sufferer and also affects those who care for him... Read More
March 17th, 2011 |
Scents, Memories, and Emotions
The use of pleasant aromas to enhance wellbeing dates back thousands of years. Fragrant oils were used in religious and other ceremonies in the Far East, as well as in ancient Egypt and Greece. Essential oils were extracted from herbs and flowers to create medicines and perfumes, to scent one’s home, and to anoint the ill as well as those who had passed on. Smell is considered to be the most poorly understood of our senses, however, most have experienced the powerful ability of familiar scents to trigger emotions and memories of times past, such as holiday gatherings,... Read More
March 9th, 2011 |
Learning about the stages of healing can be distressing, motivating, upsetting or uplifting. None of these emotions is the right one to feel, meaning that no matter how you feel, you do not have a wrong reaction. Acknowledging your emotional response to the stages of healing can allow you to harness the emotion’s energy and reach out to a trained psychotherapist.
When looking for a psychotherapist to work on your healing with, it is vital to keep in mind that regardless of what type of psychotherapy you pursue, it is essential that your therapist empower you, welcomes you as a collaborator... Read More
June 22nd, 2010 |
Legitimate hypnotherapy has become increasingly popular as a method of addressing and overcoming addictions, and is recognized as being most effective when combined with psychotherapy. According to a recent interview with hypnotherapist Wallace Lossing, two of the most common habits kicked with hypnosis are smoking and overeating. Because hypnotherapy reaches past the most self-conscious parts of a person, practitioners can help clients not only reinforce better habits, but address issues... Read More
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March 2nd, 2010 |
Psychotherapy in its many forms is applied to a wide range of issues and concerns for modern clients, and easing pain associated with medical illness is among some of the the most popular uses. Recently, researchers published the results of a study in the journal Health Psychology, shedding light on the potential of group psychotherapy and hypnosis to help women with metastatic breast cancer with pain management. The... Read More
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September 17th, 2009 |
“Man's task is to become conscious of the contents that press upward from the unconscious.” -- Carl Gustav Jung
“If she walked into my life again” came onto the radio. He raised his hand as if in a silent request, then closed his eyes and dropped his head slightly to the right. His previously opaque face had become flush with emotion and I almost didn’t recognize him. It was clear that he had left his 82 year old body behind and was returning to a memory whose raw power was palpable. Everyone knew it was time to be quiet.
In my silence, I began to wonder about his life choices... Read More
August 12th, 2007 |
What do you do to relieve persistent physical discomfort, pain or illness? Do you reach for pills? Supplements? A trip to the chiropractor or massage therapist? Do a cleansing detox? Perhaps you meditate, do some yoga or take a walk? Maybe you’ve had the difficult choice of whether to undergo surgery -or even chemotherapy.
All of these kinds of methods may be a valid part of a total healing regimen at some time in a life. But if you have the inclination to look within, deep inside is a Knowingness... Read More
