This study examined the differences demographics in unlicensed and licensed hypnosis practitioners. Analyzing the current state of the hypnosis field is integral to forecasting the future development of the field, improve diversity of the field, and potentially increase student participation. The survey link was distributed through 16 sources including professional organizations, hypnosis certifying organizations, private … Continue reading The Demographics of Certifed v Uncertified hypnotherapists
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I have the pleasure of presenting a poster on using hypnosis to treat somniloquy at SCEH 2021. The case study describes a hypnotherapeutic intervention in the treatment of a 46-year-old white male with chronic somniloquy which he had suffered from for decades although it appeared to become worse when under stress. Patient presented to therapy … Continue reading Using hypnosis as a treatment for Somniloquy
A reminder that we are always looking for challenges that are as of yet unreported in the scientific literature as case studies. If you have an unusual problem that you believe hypnosis might be able to help with and is not found in the peer reviewed literature, please reach out to us. In exchange for … Continue reading Interesting Case Studies will be seen for free.
Due to some issues, again, with our university library system, we will be having a disruption of unknown length in our research reports which a surprising amount of people have thanked us for. I'm not happy with this as this is how I keep up to date on the field, basically these blogs are similar … Continue reading Library Service Issues: Research Reports
I will be seeing in-person on and off in the Miami-Ft Lauderdale area for the next month and a half. I will only be seeing house calls in that area even for consultations and I will not be doing virtual calls. This corresponds to not being present in San Diego in July. Melvin S. Marsh … Continue reading Change in the Travel Schedule
Just a reminder, we resumed house calls in February 2021, if you have been vaccinated. We will not be resuming In-Office for a few more months yet because this is performed out of my house and everyone is still working or going to school from home and the teenagers have not been fully vaccinated. When … Continue reading House Calls Resumed February 2021 – Covid-19 Reminders
Suffering and pain alleviation has become is an important part of treatment, though it still poses challenges in medicine. The use of non-pharmacological treatment methods to treat acute and chronic pain is common among medical practitioners, and these may include biofeedback, cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnosis, and virtual reality. Studies have shown that through positive suggestions … Continue reading How To Use Hypnosis & Positive Suggestions To Reduce Pain
The treatment of psychological illnesses like Depression has been possible through the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). This treatment method targets thoughts, behaviors, and emotions of the patients being treated as it is believed that the elements are part of the whole system of a human being. Altering one of them will lead to significant … Continue reading Can Hypnosis be helpful with Depression treatment?
Hypertension or high blood pressure is one of the common conditions affecting people across the world. Various treatment methods have been adopted to treat the illness and ameliorate its effects. Drug therapy has proved beneficial in most cases, through additional therapies are also being considered. There has been a growing interest in the use of … Continue reading Can High Blood pressure be treated with Hypnosis
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition that can affect anybody depending on their past traumatic experiences. While various treatment methods have been used to treat PTSD, like pharmacotherapy, exposure therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, symptoms of distress still remain. The failure of these treatment approaches to provide relief to the victims of PTSD makes it … Continue reading Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Hypnosis as a treatment