I’ve got a physical health problem; could hypnotherapy/EMDR really help?
Hypnotherapy has been used effectively to reduce the symptoms of many health problems, as the physiological effect of deep relaxation on health is so powerful, although we cannot claim to ‘cure’ physical health problems. Problems which can be tackled with hypnotherapy include chronic pain, asthma, irritable bowel syndrome and skin complaints. Hypnotherapy can reduce pain and discomfort, and assist you to cope better with the problems you are experiencing. You may also find it helpful to look at my downloadable leaflet on pain management. If you saw the recent TV program on ‘Hypno Surgery’, you’ll know how effective hypnosis can be for pain relief! EMDR is also useful for chronic pain and debilitating chronic health problems, as it enables you to process the negative thoughts and feelings associated with your pain or health problem, and replace them with more positive ones. I advise you inform any other professionals involved in your care that you are seeing me; I am happy to talk to th
