Hypnotherapy for anxiety.

I'll be watching this thread.
My D has very similar problems also caused by a controlling ex.
I have no experience but sincerely hope it helps your D

My DD has had hypnotherapy and it's worked particularly well for specific anxiety: the first time it was about flying, ahead of a holiday in Thailand, and the results were incredible! Hope it works as well for your DD. It's important to find someone she relates to, so if it doesn't work the first time, try a different therapist.

CBT type therapy helped me. I managed to draw a line under the damage done by a controlling father.

I do agree that its all about the relationship you can build with a therapist...whatever the method.

DD went for her free consultation and liked the chap a lot. He doesn't 'do' regression, says he is all about taking her forward, which I think will be good for her. She has already been given a recording for her phone to listen to at bedtime. He was optimistic that he can help her, says he has 100% success rate , so we shall see. First proper session on Monday, (£30, mates rates as a colleague recommended him to her). It will be worth every penny if it helps.

I had hypnotherapy with my doctor who specialised in it unfortunately it had no effect on me at all I was really disappointed
I d be very suspicious of someone who said they had a 100% success rate very unlikely indeed, however I sincerely hope it works for her, it's good for many people and why not her wishing her well

I think research has shown that some people are more susceptible than others to hypnotherapy. I had a few sessions to deal with fear of flying and they were spectacularly successful.

I also hope the hypnotherapy helps your daughter, shysal. Overwhelming anxiety is so debilitating. I believe it can be very effective for many people but like any therapeutic intervention doesn't suit all. If it isn't the answer for her please do consider some CBT for anxiety and panic, which should be available via her GP. Wishing her a positive outcome.

DD, who takes Citalopram, has had CBT in the past, which was not helpful, but thanks for the suggestion. She also has several self-help/mindfulness books and CDs which she uses. She has tried certain foods also. Sticking to a rigid routine gives her comfort, but any event which breaks that throws her and causes panic attacks.

That sounds a real struggle, shysal, I hope the hypnotherapy can help your daughter. That level of anxiety makes life pretty miserable. Wishing her well

Just a quick update. DD has had two good nights' sleep using the recording the chap gave her. This will help her cope better. She is looking forward to the first proper session on Monday. Fingers crossed!

Our gd has those symptoms so I will be interested to know how you d gets on.
My gd is 16 so not sure if she could have that.

Well done, if she relates with the therapist that is halfway. Citalopram is another part of the journey. CBT does not work with everyone, if you find a therapy that fits with you that is one of the paths back to healing, that is why it is well done. She has been oppressed for a long time, to enable the joy of spontaneity and freedom for you all to explore and encourage may be the completion of the journey. Go for it, do not heed to Doubting Thomas.

It may well, as long as your DD relates to the Hypnotherapist. A friend went to one after many, many years of anxiety relating to her adoption, etc., [she was about 65 when she went], and it has been very good for her.
I hope this treatment helps your DD.

A friend of mine had had a terrible couple of years (wife tried to commit suicide, had an affair, he broke both legs and so on and so on) but when I saw him I remarked on how well he seemed - he was very chipper. He attributed it to having listened to Paul McKenna's Change Your Life in 7 Days. I was staggered - bought the book, listened to the CD and decided to train as a hypnotherapist. It's powerful stuff. I wish her - and you - all the best.

I haven't tried hypnotherapy but I think anything that involves talking may help. With any kind of therapy it is very much down to the individual therapist and it may be worth trying more than one but it is difficult to do that when you are already feeling anxious.
I used to take Citalopram but if I take it now I find it makes my anxiety worse so I stick to St.Johns Wort.
It is such a shame that she has to have to ex husband still in her life. I find the same thing about routine and I keep my anxiety under control by avoiding situations which set it off which she unfortunately can't do. It doesn't take much though (like my lemon of a washing machine breaking down. I don't like dealing with repair men but I'm going to have to buy some more clothes if I don't do it soon.)
You can't do much but be supportive.
I think the UK should follow the US's line in dealing with a spouse not paying child support. They will take their driving licence away until they do pay. Sometimes men (usually) will give up work rather than pay it but in some States they will find a job for them and send them to jail if they don't pay. They will do the same to parents interfering with access arrangements. I'm not usually a fan of the US hard line on crime but on dealing with the children of divorce they just don't let people string it along and make excuses. The CSA was a good idea but it was introduced retrospectively so that they overturned existing arrangements that worked well and didn't follow up on new cases.

I came late to alternative therepies but have found some very helpful. I tried Emotional Freedom Technic (EFT) and it helped me. Also known as Tapping, as that is what you do. Tap areas which stimulate pathways. Search You tube and you will see a demonstration. Often alternative medices are based on Chinese medicines. They are often very simple, require no equipment and do no harm so worth giving a try.

I can recommend The Linden Method of Dr Claire Weeks' books. The first is not cheap but very thorough and the books are very easy reading.

I so agree that therapy can help, however, all the time that the ex is allowed to continue with this controlling behaviour, it will be an uphill struggle to move forward. His ongoing behaviour is classed as " mental cruelty " and there is protection to deal with that. Get advice from Social Services, legal advice etc so that you can move forward with your lives without this vile controlling behaviour. You have to be strong for your kids sake, and they also have to learn right from wrong in any relationship. We are all free, not slaves of others, yet some men still need reminding of that, and maybe he needs a Court of Law to explain that to him. I wish you luck ...

I know a young woman who saw a hypnotherapist and she said it helped at that time. She didn't continue with the sessions, she only had 2, but she did get something out of it. The hypnotherapist didn't charge for his time, but asked for a contribution towards the hall, think it was the local scouts hall, where he saw his clients.

I'd definitely consider seeing a hypnotherapist. Good luck to your DD1. I hope her life continues to improve.

Frankly, I'd try anything, but would aim to avoid drugs/sedatives. Never give up hope. :-)

Alternative therapies can certainly help a lot of people. One word of caution though - please check their credentials and training, find out what organisations they are affiliated to, ask your GP or health visitor for recommendations. There are unfortunately many poorly trained or with no training at all who may do more harm than good, or at the very least take your money with no benefit.

Thank you wildswan, she has done checks.

I wish your DD every success, Shysal, with the treatment, I hope it marks a turning point for her. My DD's ex still tries to control and undermine her as much as possible, as does his pregnant new partner. It tough for the families to cope with too, so I hope your whole family will benefit.

SHYSAL.... I'm sending good wishes for your daughter.
Please write to tell us how she is.