Science & Sources on Hypnosis

Trauma & PTSD

• Clinical hypnosis has been studied as an adjunct treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It may help patients reframe traumatic memories, reduce arousal, and decrease intrusive symptoms.
  👉 Review: Hypnosis in PTSD – American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis

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Anxiety & Stress Disorders

• Meta-analyses show hypnosis significantly reduces state and procedural anxiety, making it a recognized option in clinical settings.
  👉 Meta-analysis: Hypnosis for Anxiety – International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis

• Neuroimaging suggests hypnosis reduces activity in the amygdala and anterior cingulate cortex, regions linked to fear and worry.

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Sleep Disorders

• Hypnosis shows promising results for insomnia and parasomnias. Hypnotic suggestions can improve sleep onset, depth, and continuity.
  👉 Randomized Controlled Trials on Hypnosis & Sleep – NIH/PMC

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Depression & Emotional Regulation

• Hypnosis has been used as an adjunct in the treatment of depression, often integrated with CBT or psychodynamic therapy. It supports emotion regulation and reframing of negative core beliefs.
  👉 APA Monitor on Clinical Hypnosis & Depression

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Psychosomatic Symptoms & Mind-Body Disorders

• Many psychosomatic symptoms (chronic pain, IBS, skin conditions) respond to hypnotic intervention, highlighting the brain-body connection.
  👉 The efficacy of hypnotherapy in the treatment of psychosomatic disorders: meta-analytical evidence​

​         👉 Meta-analytic evidence on the efficacy of hypnosis for mental and somatic outcomes

         👉 Efficacy of Hypnotherapy on Psychosomatic Disorders (Scoping Review)

         👉 Clinical hypnosis and self-hypnosis to relieve pain, anxiety, and psychosomatic symptoms in chronic diseases

        👉 Hypnosis as a non-pharmacological intervention for anxiety, pain, and physiological stress

        👉 Applying hypnotic associative–dissociative techniques in psychosomatic symptoms

 

Leading Figures in Hypnosis Research​

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Dr. David Spiegel (Stanford University, Psychiatry)

One of the world’s most respected psychiatrists in the field of hypnosis. His research demonstrates how hypnosis alters brain connectivity and supports cancer care, trauma recovery, pain control, and anxiety reduction.

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Dr. Peter Naish (Open University, UK)

Psychologist and hypnosis researcher, known for studying hypnosis and trauma memory processing as well as its neural underpinnings.

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Dr. Mark Jensen (University of Washington, Rehabilitation Medicine)

Pioneered the use of hypnosis for chronic pain and psychosomatic conditions, showing its effectiveness in both physical and psychological domains.

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Dr. Ernest Hilgard (Stanford University, Psychology)

One of the founding fathers of modern hypnosis research. His work on dissociation and the “hidden observer” model is central to understanding trauma and altered states.

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Dr. Brian Weiss (Psychiatry, Yale-trained)

Although mainstream psychiatry does not consider past-life regression evidence-based, Dr. Weiss remains a leading figure in regression therapy. His approach highlights how accessing symbolic or past-life narratives can unlock emotional healing.
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Dr. Joe Dispenza (Neuroscience & Mind-Body)

Not a psychiatrist but a well-known educator bridging neuroplasticity, meditation, and healing states. His work popularizes the scientific ideas of rewiring the brain through focused attention and suggestive states.
 

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How This Connects to My Work

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• I integrate the clinical science (stress, trauma, sleep, psychosomatic relief) with exploratory methods (regression, Higher Self connection).

• Sessions are always conducted with transparency and consent — you know whether we are working in the evidence-based lane (stress, sleep, anxiety, trauma support) or the exploratory lane (past-life, spiritual experiences).

• This way, clients benefit from both modern science and transformational exploration.