Hypnotherapy for PTSD
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy offers a gentle yet effective approach to managing PTSD by helping individuals regain control over their thoughts and emotions. Through relaxation techniques and positive visualization, it works to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories, breaking the cycle of fear and hypervigilance. By focusing on solutions rather than problems, it empowers individuals to rebuild confidence, improve sleep, and foster a sense of safety and calm, creating a pathway toward recovery and resilience.
Frequently asked Questions
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How does Solution Focused Hypnotherapy help with PTSD?
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy helps by promoting a state of deep relaxation, reducing the intensity of traumatic memories and the stress they cause. It focuses on creating positive thought patterns and behaviors, helping individuals move forward without reliving the trauma.
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How many sessions will I need to see improvement in my PTSD symptoms?
Every individual is different, but many people start to notice improvements after 6-8 sessions. Your therapist will tailor the number of sessions to your unique needs and progress.
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Does hypnotherapy make me relive my trauma?
No, Solution Focused Hypnotherapy focuses on building solutions and positive outcomes rather than revisiting past traumatic events. The emphasis is on moving forward rather than reliving the past
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​2. Can hypnotherapy erase my traumatic memories?
No, hypnotherapy doesn’t erase memories. Instead, it helps change how your brain processes and responds to them, reducing the emotional distress they cause and allowing you to move forward with greater ease.
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Is Solution Focused Hypnotherapy safe for PTSD?
Yes, Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is a gentle and safe approach. It avoids revisiting traumatic memories in detail, instead concentrating on building positive resources and focusing on your strengths and future goals.
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Can hypnotherapy help with other PTSD-related issues, like anxiety and hypervigilance?
Yes, hypnotherapy can help reduce anxiety, hypervigilance, and other PTSD-related symptoms by calming the nervous system, fostering relaxation, and helping you regain a sense of safety and control in daily life.
THE RESEARCH
If you would like to read research on the use of hypnotherapy for PTSD then there are many good sources including:-
Treating anxiety with self hypnosis here
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Tudor-Stefan Rotaru & Andrei Rusu (2016) A Meta-Analysis for the Efficacy of Hypnotherapy in Alleviating PTSD symptoms etc, see below