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Depression can feel like a fog — a heaviness that dims joy, motivation, and connection. It’s not just sadness; it’s a shift in how the brain processes emotion, thought, and energy. Hypnotherapy offers a compassionate, structured way to help lift that fog and reconnect with vitality.
In hypnosis, we work with the subconscious to shift negative thought loops, reframe limiting beliefs, and activate inner resources. We don’t deny the pain — we help the mind process it differently. Clients often describe feeling lighter, more hopeful, and more able to take positive action.
Hypnotherapy is especially effective when combined with cognitive strategies. It helps reinforce new patterns, build emotional resilience, and restore a sense of agency. For those who feel stuck or resistant to traditional talk therapy, hypnosis can offer a more direct and empowering path.
Research shows that hypnotherapy can reduce depressive symptoms, improve mood regulation, and enhance treatment outcomes — often with fewer sessions and greater client engagement. A randomised clinical trial published in BMJ Open found that hypnotherapy was as effective as CBT in treating mild-to-moderate depression, with comparable improvements in mood and quality of life. A 2024 scoping review in the International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis found that most studies reported significant reductions in depressive symptoms following hypnotherapy — often outperforming medication in vitality and emotional resilience.
Cited Studies:
• Alladin & Alibhai (2007), International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis: Cognitive hypnotherapy produced greater reductions in depression than CBT alone.
• Yapko (2001), Depression and Hypnosis: Hypnosis enhanced emotional processing and reduced relapse rates.
• Dobbin et al. (2009), European Journal of Clinical Hypnosis: Hypnotherapy led to significant improvements in depressive symptoms and quality of life.