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Chronic Stress and Anxiety

  • Laura A. Skosey, Ph.D.
  • Apr 27, 2023
  • 2 min read

Updated: May 1, 2023


Autumn Tree hypnotherapy

Chronic stress, and the ensuing anxiety it often engenders, have become all too common issues among individuals worldwide. With fast-paced lifestyles and increasing workloads, it is challenging to maintain a balanced life, calm state of mind, good health, clear focus, and optimal productivity. In order to not suffer the overwhelm of chronic stress, many people resort to distracting behaviors which themselves are unhealthy, behaviors such as over medicating, smoking, excess alcohol, drug use, angry outbursts, and overeating.


Moreover, left untreated, prolonged stress and anxiety can lead to a host of health problems including high blood pressure, weight gain, autoimmune conditions, poor sleep, brain fog, fatigue, ulcers, muscle tension, tension headaches, migraines, IBS, changes in sex drive, chest pain, even depression.


A highly effective treatment for chronic stress and anxiety which has gained popularity in recent years is hypnotherapy, whereby a hypnotherapist induces in their client a state of highly focused attention and from there works with their client to create positive and lasting change by investigating their negative thought patterns.


The benefits of using hypnotherapy to reduce or eliminate stress and anxiety are manifold.


Firstly, hypnosis is a naturally occurring and safe state. When hypnotized, the client remains in control, thus that they cannot be made to do or believe anything they do not want to do or believe.


Secondly, hypnotherapy is a non-invasive technique that involves no physical manipulation or medication, and which also has no harmful side effects.


Thirdly, hypnotherapy is a personalized approach, thus sessions are customized to meet the specific needs of the individual.


Finally, because the hypnotherapist works with their client to identify the root cause of their prolonged stress and anxiety, a long-term solution, rather than a temporary “feel good” approach, is made possible.


In conclusion, hypnotherapy is an individually tailored, natural, safe, and effective method of reducing or eliminating unhealthy stress and anxiety. If you are experiencing any of the many debilitating effects of chronic stress and anxiety, hypnotherapy may be a suitable option for you.

 
 
 
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