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Hypnotherapy for Depression: Embracing Healing Through Hypnosis

By Christine Deschemin
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Hypnotherapy for depression

Depression is a major cause of disability and disease worldwide, affecting about 264 million people. While more women than men are affected, anyone can develop depression. The symptoms of depression can be all-encompassing, influencing every aspect of your life.

It is time to let go of depression and embrace new possibilities. With the power of hypnosis for depression, you can take the first step toward healing and reclaiming your life through hypnotherapy for depression.

Understanding Hypnosis for Depression

Do you struggle with depression? Does depression keep you from engaging with the people you love or doing the things you enjoy the most? Do you find yourself feeling irritable, fatigued, or simply out-of-sorts?

Depression is a serious but treatable condition. While some people have occasional bouts of sadness, clinical depression is more than periodic gloominess. People who are depressed often feel hopeless or empty for long periods. Their symptoms can be extensive and may include:

  • Anger or irritability
  • Anxiety
  • Restlessness
  • Loss of interest in normal activities
  • Rumination
  • Suicidal thoughts

Physical symptoms are also common in depression, including:

  • Fatigue
  • A change in sleeping habits or appetite
  • Weight gain or loss
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Unexplained pain
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When you feel depressed, you might not know where to turn or feel alone. You are not alone, and you do have options. Hypnosis for depression works on a subconscious level to relieve symptoms and restore your emotional well-being. It’s time to release the negative beliefs and ideas that are holding you back and embrace the possibilities of a better tomorrow through hypnosis therapy for depression.

Hypnosis Therapy for Depression

Types of Depression and How Hypnosis Can Help

There are many different types of depression, each with its own characteristics.

Major Depressive disorder: this disorder is one of the most common types of depression where symptoms persist for more than two weeks. It can be extremely debilitating, making it difficult to function in day-to-day life.

Persistent depressive Disorder (also known as dysthymia): symptoms can persist for over two years.

Seasonal affective disorder: this form of depression happens during wintertime when there is less natural light.  

Postpartum depression also called perinatal depression: this form of depression can affect women during pregnancy (antepartum depression) or after pregnancy (postpartum depression).

Each type of depression presents unique challenges, but hypnotherapy for depression offers a powerful tool to address these issues at their core.

Addressing the Underlying Causes with Hypnosis Therapy for Depression

While there is no single cause for depression, several things can increase your risk, including poor self-esteem, chronic illness, substance abuse disorders, and a family history of the condition. The subconscious mind can play a major role not just in the development of your depression but also in your risk factors.

The subconscious is a vast repository for all the information you need to make sense of the world in which you live. It contains not just your memories and experiences but also informs your feelings, emotions, and ideas. Many of your reactions are filtered through the subconscious automatically. If you respond to a stressor with frustration or irritation, it is likely because your subconscious triggered that response.

Everything your subconscious does is automatic. You don’t have control over it. However, with hypnosis for depression, you can tap into the power of your subconscious mind, guiding and molding it to be the best version of itself. You can let go of bad memories, unhealthy habits, and negative mindsets. You can embrace an open frame of mind as you focus on new ideas and supercharge your self-esteem through hypnosis therapy for depression.

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Does Hypnotherapy Work for Depression?

Hypnotherapy for depression is a promising therapy option for those struggling with depression. Hypnosis for depression can help individuals manage their stress and anxiety levels. A hypnotherapist helps patients become more aware of how emotions affect everyday life.

By capitalizing on hypnosis for depression and anxiety, people can find the strength to break through mental barriers and reach positive mental health outcomes. Ultimately, hypnotherapy can be an effective tool in treating depression.

A 2017 study measured Heart Rate Variability (HRV) in patients suffering from major depression. HRV, which typically decreases in such patients, was found to improve during and after hypnosis. The researchers concluded that hypnotherapy treatment for depression could provide significant improvements.

Managing Depression through Hypnosis Therapy

Psychotherapy can help treat depression. Psychotherapy, aka talk therapy, includes many treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and hypnotherapy.

Hypnotherapy for depression is a deeply relaxing experience. When using hypnosis for depression, you will be in a state of intense focus during which you can develop new tools to help you manage your depression.

You can calm your emotions and stop catastrophic thinking in its tracks. You can end rumination and quiet your mind. You can even boost your ability to cope, managing your moods and emotions more effectively with hypnotherapy for depression.

Depression can be difficult to manage, but at Renewed Edge, we can help you move into the light through the power of hypnosis therapy for depression. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with our certified hypnotherapist or to learn more about your depression treatment options.

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1. Chen, X., Yang, R., Ge, L., Luo, J., & Lv, R. (2017). Hypnosis in the Treatment of Major Depression: An Analysis of Heart Rate Variability. The International journal of clinical and experimental hypnosis, 65(1), 52–63. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207144.2017.1246873

2. Kirsch, I., Montgomery, G., & Sapirstein, G. (1995). Hypnosis as an adjunct to cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy: a meta-analysis. Journal of consulting and clinical psychology, 63(2), 214–220. https://doi.org/10.1037//0022-006x.63.2.214

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Christine Deschemin is a certified hypnotherapist and founder of the Renewed Edge Hypnotherapy Centre in Hong Kong. After a career in aeronautical engineering and finance, she foresaw the increased need for solutions focused wellness, became a certified hypnotherapist, and opened the first hypnotherapy centre to provide coaching and hypnosis-based therapy services offline and online in Hong Kong.

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  1. Understanding Hypnosis for Depression
  2. Types of Depression and How Hypnosis Can Help
  3. Addressing the Underlying Causes with Hypnosis Therapy for Depression
  4. Does Hypnotherapy Work for Depression?
  5. Managing Depression through Hypnosis Therapy
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