Hypnotherapy for Addictions
Hypnotherapy for addictions is an emotive and often miss used term, We prefer to use the term problem behaviour, which is a repetitive habit that increases the risk of illness or social and personal problems this may include:-
- Alcohol
- Gambling
- Drug use
- Sex
- Pornography
- Shopping
Using hypnotherapy for addictions or problem behaviour.
The term “addiction” is really only used to describe typically a physical or psychological dependency.
To summarise problem behaviour is any behaviour that compromises, disrupts or damages family, employment, health, personal or recreational pursuits.
There are many different words used to describe problem behaviours, such as :-
- Impulsive = sudden strong unreflective urge
- Compulsive = resulting from or acting on an irresistible urge
- Excessive = more than is necessary, normal or desirable
- Habitual = done constantly or as a habit
- Addicted = physically dependent on a particular substance or activity
- Dependent = relying on something or someone for support
- Pathology = medicine dealing with the causes & effects of diseases
- Problem = a harmful matter needing to be dealt with & overcome
The initial consultation for any problem behaviour (addiction) will focus initially on a brief history and outline of the problem how it began and the pattern of behaviour as it currently exists. For example someone with a drinking problem may just wish to stop drinking at home rather than give up alcohol completely. With hypnotherapy for addictions / problem behaviours it is important to take the history and the development of the problem so we can establish exactly what it is that the client hopes to achieve in using hypnotherapy for addictions and how best we can help.
How does hypnotherapy for addictions help?
Using hypnotherapy for addictions, a behavioural change is usually achieved relatively quickly and can normally lead to a permanent resolution. The outcome is not influenced by the length of time the behaviour has taken place in the past. We have successfully treated a wide range of problem behaviours over many years, ranging from, cocaine to online gambling. We would not usually class smoking or weight control as an addiction / problem behaviour.
Most of our clients are referrals from former clients which in itself is a testament to the effectiveness of the therapy. However for obvious reasons we respect client confidentiality and do not publish testimonials on this subject. Hypnotherapy for addictions / problem behaviours is usually fast and effective.
