Causes of Stress and Anxiety
As with all consultations at the HPC, we start by having a chat to find out exactly what is the unwanted behaviour or emotion, the chains of thoughts, the triggers, when it happens where it happens and so on. Once we understand the structure of the experience, we can change it.
Stress management can take many forms. Sometimes just learning skills like deep relaxation, self-hypnosis, and NLP mind management techniques can be enough. For some clients, professional counselling and psychotherapy can complement hypnotherapy for deeper emotional work.
What can HPC Hypnotherapy Glasgow do to Help?
Other times it may involve helping a client get over things from the past which are still upsetting them. There are excellent ways of changing these patterns of thinking very quickly. Memories fade naturally through time – we can all think of things in the past which were scary or upsetting at the time, but when we think of those things now there is no unpleasant emotion left. You have ‘moved on’. We can dramatically speed up this process and put the past in the past.
Sometimes stress is caused by some ongoing problem which the client is struggling to cope with. This could be for example an abusive relationship, or an aggressive boss, or a lack of confidence or assertiveness, or illness, or excessive negative thinking. Anxiety can also drive unhealthy coping behaviours such as comfort eating - our weight loss hypnotherapy programme works closely with anxiety treatment for clients experiencing this. If this is the case then one of the best ways of relieving stress is to find ways of solving the problem or at least managing it better. Untreated anxiety can also lead to depression, so early intervention is important.
Stress can also be caused by worries about the future, a forthcoming driving test or job interview, for example, or specific fears and phobias about long term security or finances. Again it could be a case of problem solving, goal-setting an alternative direction, acquiring skills to deal with the situation, or if the worries are unfounded or unnecessary or not useful, just switching them off.
We can help you to be free from anxiety
Anxiety has positive functions – for example it keeps us safe and can help us to get motivated. However too much can cloud judgement or lead to a sense of unease, affect confidence or demotivate.
It has physical (symptoms could include shaking, hot, sweaty, butterflies, restlessness, raised heartbeat, etc.) and psychological components (scary thoughts, images or self-talk). Sometimes it is context specific, other times habitual, and very often completely unnecessary. In severe cases, anxiety can escalate into panic attacks, which we also treat very effectively. At HPC we design a program for the individual based specifically on their needs, freeing you up to get the most out of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety and Stress Management
Q: What causes anxiety and stress?
Anxiety and stress can be caused by past events that are still upsetting you, ongoing problems you are struggling to cope with, a lack of confidence or assertiveness, excessive negative thinking or worries about the future. Sometimes the cause is a specific situation such as an abusive relationship, an aggressive boss, illness or financial worries. At HPC we identify the root cause to provide effective treatment.
Q: How does hypnotherapy help with anxiety?
Hypnotherapy changes the unconscious thinking patterns that drive anxiety. We use techniques including deep relaxation, self-hypnosis and mind management to help you switch off unnecessary worry. We can also speed up the natural process of putting upsetting past events behind you, and help you develop new ways of coping with ongoing challenges.
Q: What are the physical symptoms of anxiety?
Physical symptoms of anxiety can include shaking, feeling hot, sweating, butterflies in the stomach, restlessness, raised heartbeat and difficulty breathing. There are also psychological components including scary thoughts, negative images and unhelpful self-talk. At HPC we address both the physical and psychological aspects of anxiety.
Q: Can hypnotherapy help with social anxiety?
Yes, hypnotherapy is very effective for social anxiety. We address the specific triggers, beliefs and behaviours that drive your social anxiety. Whether it is fear of public speaking, meeting new people or being in social situations, we design a personalised programme to help you feel more confident and relaxed in the situations that currently cause you distress.
Q: Is some anxiety normal?
Yes, anxiety has positive functions. It keeps us safe from danger and can help us get motivated to take action. However, too much anxiety can cloud judgement, affect confidence and lead to a persistent sense of unease. Treatment at HPC focuses on managing excessive anxiety while preserving the healthy, protective levels that serve you well.
Q: What happens at the first anxiety consultation?
At your first consultation we have an informal chat to find out exactly what triggers your anxiety, what thoughts and behaviours are involved and when and where it happens. Once we understand the structure of your experience, we design a personalised treatment plan. The consultation is free and there is no obligation. Call 0141 337 3327 to book.
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