Those who suffer from chronic pain, suffer also from an accompanying anxiety. The cycle of chronic pain can be accompanied by depression, fatigue, and loss of appetite or sleep.

Emotional reactions to chronic pain differ. There are of course a number of fears for any individual who suffers from chronic pain: Fear of continued pain, an inability to work, financial concerns, or feelings of being debilitated. With feelings of unhappiness, frustration, and despair, it is easy to see that just as pain triggers difficult emotions, difficult emotions then too could trigger pain and how this could continue to spiral.

The way you react to pain is affected by your disposition, cultural norms perception of what pain signifies. There is a distinct connection between your emotions and pain, so that the anxiety and pain become inseparable. Therefore, the psychological component of your pain is very important. Hypnotherapy addresses this component of pain, which when reduced, dramatically reduces the perception of pain.

The objective is to induce deep relaxation, give the pain a visible form so it can be transformed and reduced, giving you control of your pain.