Hypnosis applications to the treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder.
The American journal of clinical hypnosis February 5, 2025 Kaloyan S Tanev, Carolyn Daitch 1 citation
Hypnosis, an early mind-body therapy, is well-suited for PTSD because the disorder itself is a mind-body problem. Hypnosis can calm patients, reduce emotional reactivity, and help change maladaptive beliefs. When combined with cognitive behavioral therapy approaches, hypnosis may amplify their effects. The article describes hypnotic techniques for each PTSD symptom cluster and compares hypnosis with mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Adding hypnosis to established PTSD treatments like Prolonged Exposure Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy can boost their impact, expanding the therapeutic options for clinicians.