Children go through many issues and anxieties when growing up an thankfully grow out of most of them. However, when a particular issue seems to be sticking around it can be very distressing for the child and parent. Hypnotherapy can help sort out that issue and move the child on to the next phase in their life.
Hypnotherapy is a wonderful tool for decreasing stress and anxiety in children. They a so receptive due to the use of imagination and are very susceptible to suggestion. Children above the age of 5 can be treated with hypnosis and the parent or guardian has to be present. Young adults between 16-18 must have written consent if they wish to be unaccompanied.
1.Bedwetting and Hypnotherapy
One in seven children are said to regularly wet the bed, in some cases it can continue in their teens. If there are also issues with bladder control during the day it is wise to check this out with your GP as there could be underlying medical problems.
If the problem has recently arisen then the cause is likely to be emotional stress or some form of anxiety. Common factors are:
- school problems
- friendship or bullying issues
- a new baby
- family difficulties
- the death of someone or a pet
- a change in living circumstances
- worrying about a forth coming event
As it's an anxiety issue never raise the stress level by getting angry or complaining and certainly NEVER punish them.
2. Other Issues that can be successfully treated with hypnotherapy
- nail biting and thumb sucking
- lack of concentration and behavioural problems
- lack of confidence and shyness
- coping with bullying and making friends
- sleeping difficulties
- exam nerves
- fear of the dentist or doctor
3..Childhood Anxieties
Types of Separation Anxiety:
- separation anxiety
- social anxiety
- phobic anxiety
- over anxious disorder
- OCD - NEEDS PSYCHIATRIC REFERRAL
4. Teenage Issues
- exam nerves, driving test confidence
- general confidence boosting
- memory and concentration improvement
- broken hearts
To book and appointment of for a chat :
07737491728 / 0207 3868857
sian@peacefulminds.org.uk
