Coping Well

Coping well with adversities is a challenge at any age. And as time goes by, there may be more hardships: illness, adult-onset disabilities, chronic pain, intense symptoms of depression and anxiety (showing up in many ways: such as sleep disturbances or obsessions / compulsions), and the loss of friends and family members. Fear of Covid-19 infection and shelter in place orders can exacerbate mental health struggles. At times like these, individuals, caregivers, and couples can benefit from the skilled assistance of a caring, clinically trained professional.

Caring for a loved one can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life. Yet, the demands of the role with the concurrent grief around losses can sometimes overwhelm a caregiver’s coping skills. Social isolation, worries, and seemingly unending responsibilities can lead to depression, anxiety, intensified physical symptoms, or obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Support for the caregiver from a caring, clinically trained professional can prevent caregiver burnout and enhance the quality of life for both the caregiver and the care recipient.

All hypnosis is considered to be self-hypnosis. As a licensed professional certified in clinical hypnosis, Diane Simoni ensures that when using clinical hypnosis in sessions, clients are learning the process to take home with them. Recordings of clinical hypnosis sessions are welcome and encouraged.

Clinical hypnosis is one of the many treatment options for a client in psychotherapy. Clinical hypnosis has been shown to be effective in reducing symptoms, changing maladaptive behaviors, and improving coping skills and attention. Research shows that during clinical hypnosis brain activity changes in positive and useful ways.