The hypnotic trance state is a remarkably flexible tool for solving mental and physical health problems. Health care professionals certified in clinical hypnosis can decide, with their patient, if hypnosis should be used along with other treatments.
Here are just a few ways mental health and medical professionals use hypnotherapy:
- Diving deep into the subconscious mind to uncover and treat the root causes of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction.
- Accessing the mind-body link to relieve chronic and acute pain, including during surgery and childbirth. Hypnotherapy has also proven effective against stubborn physical afflictions like irritable bowel syndrome and dermatological conditions.
- Helping people quit smoking or reduce overeating by focusing their minds and suggesting healthier behavior.