In some cases, hypnotherapy has been found to be successful in helping treat specific anxiety and phobias. While hypnosis may not be a traditional treatment modality for anxiety relief, researchers have found that when used in combination with interpersonal therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, individuals with anxiety. More specifically, sleep hypnosis and guided hypnosis can help an individual in overcoming a particular phobia or environment or symptom, like social anxiety or respiratory strain.
Hypnosis, or hypnotherapy, is a type of guided mediation that aims to unlock the subconscious mind, helping work through different issues and let go. A hypnotherapist will guide you through a combination of deep relaxation moments, affirmations, and release, in order to help achieve a state of relaxation. Though hypnosis has been widely popularized by the media, there has been some credible research on the science of hypnotherapy, the subconscious mind, and the importance of reaching a relaxed state with focused attention.
If you or a loved one are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, hypnosis, in combination with other psychotherapy, may be recommended to help you find lasting relaxation. Connect with our friendly admissions team at AMFM Mental Health Treatment by calling today to learn more.
One study concluded that results were promising in that hypnosis can also be regarded as a powerful and successful method for anxiety reduction, while there are also studies with a small or even slightly negative effect.1 Another recent study found that a 15-minute hypnosis session improved participants’ anxiety and lowered respiratory rate (as opposed to shame); improvements in anxiety were correlated with an alleviation in respiratory strain. Results imply that hypnosis can contribute to the improvement of anxiety levels and breathing mechanics in severe COPD patients.2
Lastly, another study demonstrated that the average participant treated with hypnosis improved more than about 84% of control participants; hypnosis was more effective in reducing anxiety when combined with other psychological interventions than when used as a stand-alone treatment.3 Like any other mental health condition, the guidance of a mental healthcare professional will help you find a treatment plan that works for you.
A psychotherapist may recommend hypnotherapy sessions to overcome a particular situation, but anxiety treatment rarely relies upon hypnosis help alone. Most hypnotherapy helps in combination with CBT or DBT. Additionally, it’s important to follow and take into consideration any medical advice before accepting hypnotherapy help.
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Anxiety is an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure and increased heart rate; it’s considered a future-oriented, long-acting response broadly focused on a diffuse threat.4 Anxiety can manifest in a variety of ways, from anxiety attacks, enacting the fight-or-flight response, to raised heart rates and cortisol (a stress hormone). Social Anxiety or Social Phobias are classified by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) as having the following attributes:
Additionally, the fear cannot be attributed to another medical disorder, and must be experienced for a period of at least 6 months. If social anxiety is occurring in children, the DSM-V makes the distinction that it must occur alongside peers, and not only when a child is with adults.
Anxiety symptoms can be deeply uncomfortable, and it makes sense to need relaxation techniques in the moment. If you’re looking for mental health treatment to help with anxiety management, don’t hesitate to reach out today.
There are a variety of breathing techniques and deep breathing exercises that are helpful when your anxiety symptoms feel overwhelming or out of control. One simple deep breathing exercise is to use a count to five as you breathe in, hold it for four counts, then release it for five counts, and repeat until you begin to feel yourself relax.
In combination with hypnotherapy, meditation and guided meditation is often a useful tool to achieve greater mindfulness, wellness, inner peace and access to a state of relaxation. Popular meditations may include affirmations, positive suggestions, and more.
Physical stimulation can help you to jump start your body out of the fight-or-flight physical response of anxiety. Taking a cold shower, splashing your face with cold water, tasting sour candy, going for a run (and other types of physical activity) are all ways to trick your body into remembering that it is in a safe place.
Wellness activities like yoga, journaling, making playlists, art therapy and more can help build the mind-body connection through a more holistic healing process.
If you are in need of immediate emotional help, national mental health crisis response helplines offer confidential assistance regardless of where you are. These hotlines are staffed by professionals ready to provide 24/7 mental health assistance. They provide critical support and resources, ensuring you can access help whenever you need it, no matter your location.
If you’re seeking mental health support, consider reaching out to AMFM Mental Health Treatment. Our team has a 24/7 call center ready to provide the help you need. Contact us today to learn more about our nearby emotional crisis intervention programs and mental health crisis services, and begin your path to better days. Additionally, our team can connect you with the national suicide prevention lifeline if necessary.
If you’re in need of immediate support, the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is here for you. Call 988 or text the crisis text line at 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor who can provide help and support. The suicide prevention and crisis hotline is available 24 hours a day via phone call or text, in English and Spanish. The federally-mandated crisis number 988 was made available in 2022 to all landline and cell phone users at no charge. Visit 988lifeline.org for more information.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers a national helpline with support services available via text, phone call, or online chat. The NAMI Helpline is a confidential support line that is available Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM ET, and is free of cost. If you are looking to find help, don’t hesitate to reach out.
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According to the Nation Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), if you struggle with a mental health disorder, you are not alone:8
AMFM Mental Health Treatment has extensive experience treating a variety of mental health conditions–through evidence-based therapies, support groups, mental health resources and more–including but not limited to the following:
Recovery can feel isolating; mental health programming can provide treatment options and cohesive plans to help you or your loved one as you move forward to unlocking well-being.
In a mental health treatment center, the day-to-day may vary depending upon your diagnoses and personalized treatment plan, but it will often consist of some combination of individual therapy sessions, group therapy sessions, psychiatry services, and more. AMFM Mental Health Treatment combines holistic and evidence-based mental health services in order to help each person overcome their particular obstacles and mental health conditions with a fresh toolkit of skills.
Group therapy sessions can be used to help provide structured times to help you understand that you are not alone in your struggles, offering peer support, and the reminder that others are also walking through these challenges. At the same time, groups provide guidance from qualified mental health professionals, with suggestions and communication from psychologists with specialized backgrounds. These groups can span a variety of backgrounds, including but not limited to art therapy, somatic therapy, and narrative therapy.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of therapy that’s focused on restructuring and reprogramming maladaptive and negative thought processes. Psychologists are trained to help you change your cognitive and emotional processes in order to outgrow coping mechanisms that may no longer be serving you.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is most commonly referred to as “talk therapy,” and is designed to help process emotions. Qualified professionals offer psychological therapy to move forward with healthy ways of engaging in interpersonal relationships and alleviating physical and emotional distress.
EMDR Therapy is a renowned method of reprocessing most often used in trauma therapy. By activating the prefrontal cortex through a series of bilateral stimulation, qualified professionals can lead you through traumatic experiences, helping you to alleviate the distress symptomized by trauma.
AMFM Mental Health Treatment offers family therapy through virtual family support groups that provide a dedicated time for families to engage in supportive and constructive interactions, fostering stronger relationships, and enhancing the overall treatment experience. Recovery takes a village, and it’s often helpful for family members to be involved in behavioral growth.
Reaching out for help in your mental health journey can be difficult, emotional and overwhelming. With A Mission For Michael Mental Health Treatment, we’re with you throughout your journey, offering compassion, guidance, resources, and understanding the whole way. There are many mental health providers out there, and we want to connect you with the right fit. If you are interested, confused, or need help regarding mental health care, give AMFM a call. You or your loved one don’t have to walk through this alone.
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