How Hypnotherapy Can Help You Heal from Anxiety & Pain
13/09/25 15:02
How Hypnotherapy Can Help You Heal from Anxiety & Pain
We all want relief—whether from emotional stress, overwhelming anxiety, or persistent physical pain. What if there was a way to address both at once, without medication or invasive treatments? At Meta Hypnotherapy, we believe in the power of the mind-body connection—and hypnotherapy is one of the most promising paths forward.
What is Hypnotherapy, Really?
According to Allure, Hypnotherapy is more than the myths suggest. Rather than “mind control” or stage tricks, it’s the therapeutic use of hypnosis—a state of focused attention and openness to positive suggestions.
- Conscious control remains with you at all times. You’re not asleep; you’re guided.
- It’s goal-oriented. Sessions often target specific issues: pain management, anxiety, gut health etc.
How Hypnotherapy Works to Reduce Pain and Anxiety
According to research and expert experience:
- Changing the perception of pain
Pain isn’t just what your body feels—it’s how your brain interprets signals. Hypnotherapy helps “retrain” those pathways, altering how intense, frequent, or disturbing pain is perceived. - Reducing anxiety by quieting the mind’s chatter
Anxiety often arises from ruminating thoughts, perceived threats, or stress. Hypnotherapy offers a structured framework—similar in some ways to meditation—that focuses attention and supports mental calm. - Helping with conditions beyond pain
It’s been found helpful for issues like irritable bowel syndrome, anxiety/depression, and chronic sleep problems. Sometimes, it even assists with remission or slowing flare-ups of conditions like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. - Long-term benefits, with commitment
Many clients see improvement after multiple sessions, and the effects deepen with consistency.
What Happens in a Hypnotherapy Session
Here’s what you can expect when you come to Meta Hypnotherapy:
- Initial listening & assessment
We’ll talk through what you’re experiencing—what your anxiety and/or pain feel like, when they happen, what you’ve already tried. This helps set the goal(s). - Trance / relaxation work
You’ll be guided into a relaxed, focused state. This is where suggestion, imagery, and other mental tools are used to shift how you experience pain or anxiety. - Take-home tools and techniques
Many clients are given mental exercises, self-hypnosis, or relaxation techniques to use between sessions so the changes can carry over into daily life.
Who Hypnotherapy Helps
Great candidates for hypnotherapy are those who:
- Are open to the process—it helps if you believe it can help.
- Are seeking relief beyond or in addition to traditional treatments. If medication or therapy haven’t fully alleviated the issue, hypnotherapy can be a valuable supplement.
- Real, lasting change often takes time, consistency and effort.
- Credentials and experience matter when choosing a practitioner. At Meta Hypnotherapy, we maintain high standards, training, and accountability.
What to Look for in a Hypnotherapist
Choosing a hypnotherapist is an important step. Here are some tips:
- Training & credentials — look for someone certified and experienced.
- Client comfort — you should feel safe, listened to, able to ask questions.
- Clear structure — good practitioners should outline how many sessions, what cost, what to expect, what tools you’ll take away.
Is Hypnotherapy Right for You?
If you’ve been wrestling with anxiety, chronic pain, or conditions that haven’t responded fully to other treatments, hypnotherapy might offer a path to relief. Here at Meta Hypnotherapy, we tailor each session to your needs, giving you the tools to regain control—of your worries, your pain, your life.
Getting Started with Meta Hypnotherapy
- Free consultation — we’ll listen to your story, answer your questions, and explore whether hypnotherapy may be a good fit for you.
- Personalised plan — we’ll design treatment that might include a series of sessions, self-hypnosis practice, lifestyle recommendations.
- Support every step of the way — healing is a journey. You’re not alone.