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Ken and a former emetophobia sufferer talk about how she freed herself from the fear of vomit, including the use of exposure therapy.
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Emetophobia, Exposure Therapy and ERP, Webinars and Q&AsKen explores myths and facts about hypnosis
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HypnotherapyCan breathing reduce anxiety and prevent a panic attack?
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Panic Disorder, Relaxation BreathingNot only is hypnosis relaxing, it can be a very effective for reducing anxious behaviors and anxiety overall. Hypnotherapy can increase bravery, build confidence, and maximize motivation. The process begins when a hypnotherapist leads a person into a hypnotic trance. This sounds mysterious but a trance is a natural state we all experience every day.
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HypnotherapyWhat is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy? Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) combines strategies of acceptance and mindfulness with behavior change strategies to increase psychological flexibility. This means connecting with the present moment fully, without judgement, instead of waging a battle within one’s mind about the future or trying to change things out of one’s control. Through metaphor and experiential
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ACT: Acceptance and Commitment TherapyMany people are reluctant to try medication and would rather overcome anxiety on their own, and I’m in favor of this. Unfortunately, sometimes this is not possible, and medication is essential. But many anxiety sufferers have an intense fear of trying medicine. It’s ironic that medication can be both the object of anxiety and the
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MedicationYou’re getting ready for a peaceful night sleep and you see something moving on the floor next you’re your bed. A spider! You call your braver half to kill it. Your hero jumps into action. The shoe slams down on the hardwood. Thank goodness! And then you see the spider scurry under the bed. NOOO!
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CBT: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, How to Overcome AnxietyYou know how it is: Get up at the crack of dawn, make breakfasts & lunches, get the kids dressed and ready, shower, shuttle everyone to school, and you’re doing all of this while thinking about your chores for the day. You have to go to the market, get the dry cleaning, clean the house,
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Mindfulness