Hypnotherapy for Anxiety

Hypnotherapy & the stress response

The Stress Response or the ‘fight or flight response’ is designed to act fast. When a threat passes, cortisol levels should fall when the parasympathetic nervous system switches the stress response off and moves the body back to a relaxed, restful state.

However, during stressful times, worried or anxious thoughts or overthinking, your cortisol levels do not fall. When (the stressor continues), your entire body, including the reproductive system, is under pressure.

When you feel relaxed, your brain produces endorphins, which help restore your hormone balance, regulate your nervous system and promote a healthy immune system.

Hypnotherapy For Anxiety & IBS Symptoms

Generalised anxiety often contributes to hyper-sensitivity and hyper-reactivity of the gut, triggering IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) symptoms. Worrying about IBS flare-ups can re-trigger symptoms, creating a vicious cycle. The stress response process is designed to return to normal once a threat has passed.

Unfortunately, in today’s busy world, we find ourselves overstimulated with information on top of our busy daily routines and family/work demands. We are permanently ‘hooked in’ checking emails, text messages and scrolling pages of social media at all times of the day. As a result of this lifestyle, our bodies are subject to a permanent state of low-level anxiety, and we are unable to relax effectively and regulate correctly.

Hypnotherapy is an effective form of stress relief and can act as a circuit breaker for mind-body symptoms. By engaging the parasympathetic nervous system (the rest and digest phase), the gut relaxes and breaks the anxiety loop by giving the body a much-needed break from stimulation. During this restful, recuperative state, the subconscious mind is gently filled with positive suggestions to calm the nervous response, soothe the digestive system and end the cycle of symptoms.

Hypnotherapy is recognised and recommended as an effective and safe treatment for IBS by NHS NICE guidelines.

What people say

Andy from St Austell wrote:

Although it was uncomfortable visiting a suppressed memory, I've felt better. Since the treatment, I feel better, calmer, and right from after the very first session, it feels like something's gone.

Simon from Turo came in for treatment because he was very anxious due to an upcoming MRI. He said the session was amazing:

I feel really relaxed and confident. I tried the anchor (a technique taught during the session) and know that it works. I was able to remain completely peaceful. and stress free during the MRI, it was brilliant. Thanks Dawn.

Angela from Truro came in suffering with stress. Her overall experience was one of complete relaxation and a release of built up emotions. It was a very good outcome:

Previously I'd had difficulties with my imagination and visualisation. But throughout the treatment I was able to visualise and carry out instructions. I feel completely relaxed. Thank you, Dawn.

Tom from St. Agnes wanted to deal with heartbreak, low self-esteem, anxiety and depression. He'd seen a talk therapist but he was still struggling when he decided to try hypnotherapy. His response was:

It's honestly hard to put into words the experience of the session. It's like comforting an old friend, but that friend is you, your past self.

My studio is based in the centre of Truro, Cornwall

On Edwards Street, just next to Victoria Gardens.
Address: Room 7, Ground Floor, 37 Edwards Street, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 3AJ

Health and Safety

The health and safety of everyone participating is a priority. These spaces and journeys are extremely safe, however we ask that each individual is 100% responsible for their own health and well-being and is comfortable holding their own space. Because these spaces are powerful and may facilitate a release of energy or emotion, we ask that you are aware of this.

If you have any serious mental health issues including medical conditions, particularly epilepsy, please let me know beforehand so we can assess if this type of energy work is suitable for you.

HYPNOTHERAPY FOR ANXIETY

Hypnotherapy & the stress response

Hypnotherapy For Anxiety & IBS Symptoms

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