Hypnotherapy College Blog
Muddied Waters: The Challenge of Defining Self-Hypnosis
I was recently invited to submit an article on the topic of defining Self Hypnosis which presents a number of challenges that I highlight in this video today. I think it is a stimulating and interesting discussion. Is all hypnosis self-hypnosis? Are self- and...
Video: Overcoming Concerns and Misconceptions About Hypnosis: The Power of Self-Hypnosis
Here is another brief snippet from my interview with Tracey Grist, Chair of the NCH, earlier this year. The full video can be found on my college website's blog. I discuss the empowering role of self-hypnosis in debunking misconceptions and alleviating nervousness...
Video: Using Mindfulness with Evocative Imagery to Boost Self Mastery
We'll often import mindfulness and awareness into evocative imagery (imagery that ultimately evokes a set of automatic responses). By doing so, our patient learns to observe and understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in response to different situations....
Video Interview on NCH Podcast: Redefining Hypnosis – Beyond Misperceptions to Mastery
Earlier this year I was interviewed by NCH Chair, Tracey Grist for their organisation's podcast. It recently went live and I think there is lots to get your teeth into here, enjoy! The Beginnings: Why Hypnotherapy? Tracey dives right in, asking Adam why he chose the...
Video: Conquering Fears: Overcoming the Worst Case Scenario
A method used and taught by clinical psychologist and researcher Arnold Lazarus, he referred to as the step-up technique that was often used as a decatastrophisation methodology. He'd gradually step-up the level of challenge in the client's mental imagery but they'd...
Video: The Case for Hypnosis in Advancing Sports Performance
During a recent lecture about applications of hypnosis in sport, before explaining the evidence-base and a wide range of applications, I initially explained some of the reasons that hypnosis can lead to advanced sporting performance.
Video clip – Healing from Post-Traumatic Stress: Breaking Free from Painful Memories
During a recent class, while explaining some of the wide range of mental imagery techniques we use in the clinical setting as hypnotherapists, I discussed one way to break free from the grip of painful memories and heal from post-traumatic stress. We learn from Judith...
Video: How to Shift Your Emotional Responses: The Power of Reappraisal
I was recently discussing with a friend at the gym (that's you Coach Meg) the impact of ventilationism in different cultures and the profound effect it has upon that wider society (Japan vs the US, for example). However, when it comes to emotions like anger, venting...
Video: You Don’t Have to Be Relaxed to Be Hypnotised!
A great many people associate hypnosis and hypnotherapy with being relaxed. Many therefore assume that in order to be hypnotised, they must be relaxed, and if you struggle to relax, you might therefore assume you'll struggle with hypnosis. However, evidence shows us...
Hypnosis Academics Who Influenced My Own Work the Most
The top five academics and researchers who influenced my own research, clinical work, teachings and were cited most in my own published papers are Prof Zoltan Dienes (Uni of W Sussesx, UK), Prof Alamnda Barnier (Macquarie Uni, Australia), Prof Steven J Lynn (formerly...
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