Guided Imagery for Surgery
Research shows that guided imagery can play
a valuable role in improving the experience of surgical patients. The imagery for individuals about to undergo surgery
for cancer or related plastic surgery is designed to decrease anxiety and to focus the subconscious on a successful outcome
and on healing.
Guided Imagery for Chemotherapy or Radiation
Again
the imagery is designed with the individual to alleviate their fears and to focus on a desired outcome. Many patients
using relaxation and imagery show more moderate experiences of nausea and anxiety by focusing on the treatment as an important
part of the healing process.
Guided Imagery for Pain Management
While
pain medication remains the primary treatment for patients who are experiencing pain or discomfort from cancer or cancer treatments,
guided imagery is a proven asset in the overall management of pain. A number of studies show that imagery is effective
in the experience of pain and distressing sensations in cancer patients.
Dialoging With Your Symptom or Illness
It
is natural to have negative feelings toward your symptom or illness. It is possible to have a kind of dialogue with
the symptom or illness, in ordrer to understand what it needs or what function it may be serving. This session is interactive
if done live in hypnotherapists office. It can also be done, using a custom tape or cd that guides an inner dialogue
to achieve relief of the symptom or heaing of the illness and to facilitate a sense of inner peace.
Guided Imagery for Quality of Life
Studies
show that guided imagery enhances the cancer patient's quality of life. Quality of life in this situation refers to
issues such as levels of unhappiness, insomia, nervousness, discomfort, and apprehension about treatment and survival.
Substantial evidence indicates that quality of life is a significant factor in the response to chemotherapy and survival rates.
Imagery for Wellness
Once treatment is completed and the focus is on
living healthy, imagery for wellness gives the body and mind appropriate messages to support this focus. There is life
after and beyond cancer and this imagery is designed to identify what wellness means for each individual.
To make an appointment or for more information, please email Jeanne at foujean@yahoo.com or call (650) 279-8772.
