We are not born with anxiety, it’s a learnt behaviour. Hypnosis for anxiety and stress helps relieve anxiety by targeting its source in your unconscious mind. Art of Well-Being Hypnosis can customise a anxiety program to kick your anxiety to the curb once and for all. 

Anxiety is the end result of a protective mechanism in the brain that is trying to keep you safe. When the warning system that has been put in place through unconscious programming from past experiences gets stuck on red alert, you are in a permanent state of ‘fight or flight’ survival mode.

When the mind believes, the body reacts. From an increased heart rate, shortness of breath to sweating, anxiety can trigger a multitude of unpleasant physical reactions. Hypnosis for anxiety and stress is one of the most effective and rapid solutions for anxiety.

Clinical Hypnotherapy is like guided relaxation but with a specific purpose. In a session, you enter a calm, focused state where you’re more open to suggestions and can really examine your thoughts without distraction. The key is, you’re fully aware. You’re still in the driver’s seat. In fact, you’re actually more aware and can reject anything that doesn’t feel right to you. 

Hypnotherapy doesn't cause you to forget what happened. You will remember the things that occur during your hypnotic state, you will not be asleep or unconscious, and you will be able to break the hypnotic trance at any time. 

Hypnotherapy doesn't cause you to lose control. During hypnotherapy, you remain in control. It is not possible for anyone to force you to do anything against your will, even under hypnosis. You will be tuned in to the change work at hand, and so may not pay attention to your surroundings, but you will always be in charge of your own actions, behaviors, and statements. 

Hypnosis, or hypnotherapy, can be a helpful tool for managing anxiety.  Here's how it works:

• Relaxation and Focus: During a hypnotherapy session, you're guided into a deeply relaxed state. This state is similar to sleep but with heightened focus and openness to suggestion1. This relaxation can help reduce the physical symptoms of anxiety, such as muscle tension and rapid heartbeat.

• Access to Subconscious Mind: In this relaxed state, you're more open to exploring your subconscious mind. This can help identify and address underlying causes of anxiety, such as repressed memories or negative thought patterns.

• Posthypnotic Suggestions: The therapist can give you suggestions while you're in this trance-like state, which can help you respond differently to anxiety triggers in the future. For example, if you have a fear of flying, the therapist might suggest that you feel calm and confident the next time you're on a plane1.

• Combination with Other Therapies: Hypnotherapy is often used alongside other treatments like nlp (Neuro-linguistic programming} cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) as

these combination can enhance the effectiveness of treatment.

Research Backing: Studies have shown that hypnosis can lead to changes in the brain that promote greater emotional control and reduced self-consciousness. It has been found to be particularly effective for anxiety related to specific events or phobias.

Ericksonian hypnosis is a method recommended in the psychotherapy of people suffering from anxiety. Studies have shown at least two advantages for the patients: the deep state of relaxation and hypnotic trance representing a facilitating context for guided imagery, which plays and important part in treating anxiety. 

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0924933812753038

For more information about specific programs offered at Art of Well-Being Hypnosis Brisbane or call Brian on 0423 112 322 for a no obligation chat on how clinical hypnotherapy can assist you or email artofwellbeinghypnosis@gmail.com

Hypnosis for Anxiety program consists of four appointments conducted over 4 to 6 weeks and each session is a tailored-made to the individual utilising the latest science based Clinical Hypnotherapy, NLP and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.