Hypnotherapy College Blog
What is the Dopamine Trap?
In this video, Adam explains how consistent rewarding of dopamine in the brain can keep us trapped in old behaviours, even if they are not good for us.
Best Ways to Benefit from Neuroplasticity
The brain’s ability to rewire itself through neuroplasticity offers tremendous potential for improving mental health and well-being. By engaging in the neuroplasticity exercises outlined in this clip — individuals have the potential to experience psychological and...
Video: What is ‘Amygdala Hijack’?
Recently in a Video on my college website, I referred to “amygdala hijack” and a bunch of people asked me what that was.... So I recorded a video to explain.
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...
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