Hypnotherapy For Anxiety: My Experience & Mental Health Update

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Its been a while since I gave you an update on my anxiety and mental health.. so we'll start the new year as I mean to go on!
What I mention isn't true for everyone so please remember this is MY experience with the doctors, medication and hypnotherapy but different may apply to you.
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[@celialangi8271]

Thank for sharing your experience with anxiety! I’m currently working on freeing myself from it with Marisa Peers self-hypnosis audios & next week I’m so blessed and grateful to be working with one of the best hypnotherapist in Australia! I’m so happy to hear hypnotherapy has aided in your journey! Hope to be as brave as you in the near future so that I can share my personal experience also x

[@Jessmsheppard]

Its honestly changed a LOT for me, xx

[@santhosh8290]

Hi Celia, how was ur experience?

[@NiamhsLife1]

Thanks for sharing your story Jess! Finding a treatment and doctor/therapist that suits you can be really tough & having a connection with the person you're talking to is so important - I even find it with my own GP because I get on with her so well I absolutely hate going to anyone else and speaking to someone about mental health problems is so much more difficult that the connection has to be there for it to be benefitial! Glad you're doing better, would love to see more updates like this from you if you're comfortable sharing ☺️ xx

[@Jessmsheppard]

It’s so tough, I completely understand why so many people are scared to go but I’m so glad you’ve got someone that you can go to! I’m still on the hunt for a good GP so we’ll see!

[@__WhatIsGoingOn__]

@@Jessmsheppard You feel worse before you feel better on anti depressants. You need to wait a few weeks before you see the results.

[@tiasha6098]

I've been suffering from severe anxiety and panic attacks that come out of nowhere for over a year. Thinking about hypnotherapy.

[@Jessmsheppard]

Its worth trying x

[@houmanjafari2963]

I really understand your situation as I experienced it but even though it seems like it comes out of nowhere, but it really comes from your stressful thoughts and beliefs that you may not be even aware of. But the good news is you'll be fine if you change stressful mindset with the one that makes you calm. Pls let me know for any further information.

[@elyse443]

It’s not out of nowhere! It’s a pandemic! Of course you feel anxious. That’s not weird. I hope you can reduce the anxiety.

[@1988charlee]

Hi Jess great video !! I have been suffering with anxiety and panic attacks since I was five years old ,, I can relate to everything you have said and probably even more .. I have had so many different coping mechanisms spiritually is the best and meditation really helps !! You are right it’s because your initiative as am I,, it should definitely be addressed as mental health is so important to help others .. as it can be very scary .. I have ocd as well with obsession thoughts mainly .. it’s because we have empathy that is why we have more sensitivity to depression anxiety and panic .. I wish and hope all the guidance for you good health to you and keep strong.

[@karlastraight2458]

What a great gutsy video! God bless you! I tried Hynotherapy for three sessions, and got nothing out of it. Hearing your positive review, I think I need to find a better doctor and re give it a try!

[@Jessmsheppard]

It isn’t for everyone! We all respond differently to different therapies so it’s worth trying other methods :)

[@marioavila9021]

Karla why did u feel it did not work

[@ButterflyLullabyLtd]

@@Jessmsheppard Agree. It is not for everyone. But when it works, boy it is amazing. It worked for me. And totally turned my life around. When my Dad told me about hypnotherapy ... I laughed. And thought it was stupid. But I saw how it helped him, and took a chance. So glad I did. Thanks for sharing your story Jess. You are a real life heroine. P.S. How are you feeling today?

[@edouble30083]

I just watched your video, and it has helped me identify some repressed issues I have that triggers my anxiety. Seeing that you were able to seek help and get a grip on those things is helping me cope with my own issues. Thanks a lot!!!

[@Jessmsheppard]

Honestly its so so worth pushing through!xx

[@holistic_meg_]

Hi Jess how did you find your therapist? I really want to try hypnotherapy i feel like I have this child in my head who doesn't know how to deal with situations or realise I'm an adult 🙈 its exhausting xx

[@Jessmsheppard]

I just searched on google and they usually phone you for a small consultation x

[@anamendes4224]

I had the same... my mom passed away when I was 15 on the same day I was almost abandoned by the rest of my family and got adopted by my godparents whom had their flaws... and for years I dreamed I was going home after school and find my mom at the kitchen like when I was a child! I lived in denial up until I was 23 zero progress into adulthood , could only overcome it through counselling it’s all about acknowledging and accepting both the past and the present, facing fears, identify triggers, and loving myself cause guess what no one is perfect, we are all just keeping things together ;) while enjoying the ride Realising that we need a little support to overcame an issue actually is a massive step into getting better :) so you already did amazing

[@gabvillaraza659]

Niamh's Life 3 years ago Thanks for sharing your story Jess! Finding a treatment and doctor/therapist that suits you can be really tough & having a connection with the person you're talking to is so important - I even find it with my own GP because I get on with her so well I absolutely hate going to anyone else and speaking to someone about mental health problems is so much more difficult that the connection has to be there for it to be benefitial! Glad you're doing better, would love to see more updates like this from you if you're comfortable sharing ☺ xx

[@Jessmsheppard]

💕

[@vhira]

I suffer from low confidence and anxiety and I am thinking of hypnotherapy to treat it. But after looking at your video I think I may consider it

[@Jessmsheppard]

Its definitely worth considering! x

[@oceandecoste2589]

Im actually going through this right now. Im intensive care for sever panic attacks and anxiety. Im taking setraline but I take it at night time. During the day I seem to be ok with some anxiety but when I take the medication as night time, 30 minutes later my heart is beating out of my chest,my anxiety is increased and I have a panic attack. Im having one as im writing this 👌

[@Jessmsheppard]

Sending you lots of love x

[@rhondapelletier2141]

Scary as it IS........ YOU WILL SURVIVE.........DONT PUSH the FEAR away........ what you RESIST ....PERSISTS........ Just LET IT COME! Surrender........& tell it have a seat ( like an annoying relative that will be staying for awhile)................ when anxious thought comes..... say HELLO & tell IT , I’m going on w/ my day, whether you are HERE or NOT....... KNOW matter how SCARED & miserable you are......... DO OPPOSITE of what your mind is telling you........ LIVE YOUR LIFE.....FORCE yourself......& also try to redirect your thought to something in the moment ( weather, what is it like........ some holiday is coming what do you want it to be like, etc.....) we create our OWN SUFFERING......... remember SITUATION is NOT what creates our suffering , it is our REACTION/ perception)..... I have health anxiety......... I always find some symptoms and think I’m dying. Been doing this all my life, guess what I’m still here, LOL. Instead of thinking it as an illness thank God or the universe, and say thank you for reminding me that my body is alive! Breathing exercises and self-awareness of different parts of your body is very helpful too. When you’re in a panic try and focus on something small like your big toe wiggle it feel it. Or rubbing a blanket between your fingers use your senses it’ll redirect your mind. I hope some of these tools help you. They have helped me several times. Mostly it’s practice and forcing yourself to do the opposite of what your mind and body are telling you to do. It’s called walking through the fear! And you can do it! Get mad!. EXERCISE IS THE BEST!!! even just walking...... also look up mind games, even just saying Math eQuetion‘s in your head will distract your mind out of that scary anxious mind loop. I do my multiplication tables or count backwards by two. Your mind cannot do both at once. And you will have a good days, and you will have bad days. But once you learn how to distract yourself until it fully goes away at least you have a few minutes of peace.... and when you do figure how to control your anxiety. Please, go onto forums like this , and share your recovery and tips and tricks with others! Everybody needs help. Even if I help one person to have a one good day that would make me happy !!!! sending love strength and peace and know you will make it through!❤️

[@ethalinia]

I heard you say 'relationship ocd' and it was like my life suddenly fell into place... Wow, THANK YOU.

[@Jessmsheppard]

yeeep its a real thing!

[@invisiblebutaintblind6582]

Thank you for sharing this. I really needed to hear what you had to say.

[@Jessmsheppard]

Sending you love and light ✨

[@sumanrt32]

I actually don't know what's going on with me. I think I suffered from this anxiety because I was overthinking about things going on my life.. I was constantly thinking that I was not in track of my life. i kept on worrying about everything happening in my life.. thinking I did this or that thing wrongor I should do that thing nicely.. In short I was not satisfied with my life..so I developed anxiety disorder.. After sometime I started thinking less about myself and focus on my things.. But due to anxiety I had developed chest pain and gastrointestinal problems so I then started fearing about my chest pain.. And it's so hard not to thing about my chest pain.. When I'm totally focused on something then I suddenly think about my chest pain it again start paining.. Almost whole day my chest is paining and my heartbeat starts beating fast and start having stomache. My immune system and digestive system is very weak now.. I am having loose motion and diarrhea. I don't understand how I can stop this.. It's interfering on my life.)):

[@Jessmsheppard]

Hey Suman, I'm sending you lots of love and light in a time that can seem so uncertain. I would definitely recommend speaking to a professional (doctor or therapist) about how you feel as hopefully they will be able to give you some clarity. xx

[@memphischalmers1644]

hey curious how you realised your anxiety was the trigger of your chest pain? For me iv been getting bad stomach pains for over 2 years now and over the last year in particular iv gotten practically every test with the doctors still having no idea whats causing it. For me its a huge fear in a sense that deep down i could be causing it Hope you're able to solve your issues and feel better soon wish you luck

[@Khan-xg5wi]

I am planning to take a hypnosis therapy this week end for the First time, but I am not sure of how it works.. So I checked KZbin review's.. I saw your review.. Great👍👍.. You explained well.. My mind is clear now... And you are very Cute

[@Jessmsheppard]

Hope it goes well for you

[@krystingrant6292]

How did it go?

[@Pl15604]

@Jess Sheppard Propranolol is not an anti-anxiety medication: it is a beta-blocker. It is a medication given for heart attacks, and prescribed off-label for anxiety to diminish the symptoms your body experiences when you have anxiety (e.g., a fast heart rate).

[@Jessmsheppard]

Its what I was prescribed by a doctor for anti-anxiety :)

[@Pl15604]

@@Jessmsheppard I wasn't trying to be pedantic, sorry! :)) It works wonders for performance anxiety (exams, tests, speeches, etc) if you noticed! ^.^ Less heart racing, less sweating, and less nauseating anxiously!

[@massimilianoraffaele1514]

Thank you for your video most of what you say I am going through and have been for most of my life. I am also self employed, I learnt from you that what you also said and points raised are so true when your self employed. I did not realise also this gives me anxiety. I have just connected with a therapist who does Hypnotherapy and going to give it a try. I do not have anyone in my life that I can speak with even if I did want to there is no one in my life. I am totally alone and going through this alone which is hard but all good. Thank you for your video I took a lot from it as your feelings are based a lot upon what I am dealing with also I can connect with you. Thank you stay safe and well blessings.

[@Jessmsheppard]

xx

[@ayeshadailymotivation]

I've just discovered this video! Thank you, it's so useful. I'm intersted in trying hypnotherapy, do you find the idea of being "under" made you anxious at all? As in having a loss of control?

[@lakenglass5720]

I am wondering the same thing.

[@Jessmsheppard]

Nope! I was unsure the first time but you don't lose control and you are still aware and can be quickly brought back out if you don't like it - just got to communicate well with the therapist x

[@ayeshadailymotivation]

That’s good to hear, I’m definitely going to consider it. Thanks for coming back to me, lovely ❤️✌🏾

[@RagingTortoise]

Does anyone have globus sensation (something stuck / lump in throat feeling) for hours when they have anxiety? Literally like almost entire day, but it sometimes goes away. I've finally convinced myself that I have throat cancer or something. Also I'm finally going to a hypnotherapist, as my life is really going downhill fast, thanks to COVID.

[@Jessmsheppard]

Sending you love, hopefully you find some peace with the help of a hypnotherapist x

[@88Sunshine88]

I experienced that several months ago. At the time, I really wasn't sure what was wrong. Then I googled and found it could be from anxiety. I am not a doctor, though. Mine went away after a few days. I think I drank tea at the time to help sooth my throat. For anxiety I really recommend Ashwagandha tea. Scullcap is great, too. However, I use that only at night because it puts you to sleep. Sending you healing.

[@katemoore9148]

It could be anxiety or a GI issue. Acid reflux often redirects sensation to throat making it feel like something is stuck in your throat.

[@RagingTortoise]

@@katemoore9148 GI issues were eliminated after a thorough ENT exam, endoscopy and thorax CT. I have GERD, but it's under control with PPI's. Turns out anxiety and constant stress is causing muscle spasms in the throat for me.

[@thatcaliforniabeauty818]

Yes I feel that too during an anxiety attack

[@jamesg8099]

8:12 I know exactly how you feel here. People who work for an employer will never understand how lucky they are to have a set routine, but being self employed its so difficult when you don't have a set routine. Hence why I joined the army reserves thinking this would overcome my anxiety but knowing I would have to keep quiet about my anxiety otherwise I would be kicked out the army, it only made my anxiety worse. I am thinking of trying hypnotherapy but because I'm anxious I'm not sure

[@jamesg8099]

Also you mentioned difficulty swallowing, how bad was this for you as for me this is the WORST symptom of my anxiety as it makes me feel like I'm choking all the time and it really is so horrifying worse than anything else.

[@Jessmsheppard]

I agree, lack of routine when you're in the depths of an anxious period is HORRIBLE. I find to-do lists with the time that has little things like a shower, or making a cup of coffee help me to feel like I've got some sort of routine. Hypno is nothing to be anxious about - it will only take it better :)

[@Jessmsheppard]

It was pretty bad, but I'm thankful that I've not had it since this time. If I'm really anxious and have what I like to think of as 'anxious seasons' when I'm really low for a period of time then it can come back x

[@karlastraight2458]

May I ask you a question- while you were "under" and talking about past memories did you find yourself mentally reliving some of these memories- I mean like you were physically there in the memory again, and look around and see all the original details, how you felt, what you were wearing, what you may have said to another person who may be in this memory? Basically are you reliving the memory so strongly you are back in that time?

[@Jessmsheppard]

I don’t know how it is for everyone but for me I see the scene as if I’m watching it and I’m not ‘in’ it x

[@karlastraight2458]

@@Jessmsheppard , I cannot thank you enough for that answer. What I want is an experience where the memory is "real", where I'm either back in it, or watching myself. I'm going to try again. Thank you for your amazing video and assistance.

[@Jessmsheppard]

Just try not to force yourself to feel, just let everything happen naturally :)

[@marioavila9021]

Karla Straight did u have intrusive thoughts

[@julia5542]

Would love to see more videos from you and thansk for sharing.

[@Jessmsheppard]

New videos every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday xx

[@SuraDoes]

Hi, Jess! Any updates? Did you have to return to the hypnotherapist for a follow up? Is your anxiety still fairly under control? I am going to see a hypnotherapist and I am so ready for my anxiety to be lessened. This past winter was the WORST, and I really hope hypnotherapy works for me. Any updates would be much appreciated! Thanks!

[@TheKittykat84]

I would love to talk to you, I have had anxiety for years but it’s been so much worse in lockdown x

[@Jessmsheppard]

Sending you lots of love, remember to take every day as it comes xx

[@elw4632]

I'm happy your are feeling better! What was the name of your therapist? 😊

[@Jessmsheppard]

I can’t remember now but I did a big search in central london and contacted a few :)

[@wallybingbang9892]

I’m starting hypnotherapy tomorrow for severe anxiety - trauma 😟

[@Jessmsheppard]

Best of luck x

[@chantalt.7664]

how are you now? im curious and want to make an appointment as well..

[@wallybingbang9892]

@@chantalt.7664 I had 2 appointments - she’s on holidays now First session was hypnotherapy + she brought me down to a relaxed state + made ‘suggestions’ to my subconscious - I fell asleep She recorded it on my phone - I listened to it for a while but haven’t done so for a while The second session was a chat as she combines hypnotherapy + counselling All these therapies are for mild to moderate anxiety/depression If you are young the memories are fresh but I am 52 with severe anxiety I am also on a stabilising dose of diazepam due to benzodiazepine dependency It is one of those therapies where you have to believe in it - a bit like acupuncture I am cynical about all these therapists with their reports from clients about how they feel more confident or quit smoking but if you have a full blown anxiety disorder there are no reports - severe anxiety is very difficult to treat I won’t be going bacK this year as we hope to go to Japan 🇯🇵 late November so need to save - of course this depends on COVID I am using nutrition - diet - supplements - Qigong - Zhan Zhuang - Yoga + avoiding people I have heart failure + osteoarthritis so too much to deal with

[@jessewald7582]

How is it goin

[@sydneytytgat9768]

Do you see anything during hypnotherapy? I am so scared to go to my first appointment.

[@Jessmsheppard]

Don’t be scared, you’re completely in control and the therapist will help you. I had a panic attack mid session once (not from the hypno, lots was going on) and she guided me back around gently and it was fine. 🫶🏼 they are there to help you! I think everyone has different experiences but I didn’t ‘see’ anything, it’s hard to explain but i saw nothing and just had mental visions the same as when you’re thinking on an everyday basis but they’re more focused on one and not tons flitting in and out x

[@anamendes4224]

Thanks for the video :)

[@Jessmsheppard]

No worries!

[@eastside0434]

My anxiety is so bad and I blush like a red tomato, how in the world could I go to an appointment with a therapist and be able to participate without wanting to run out and never come back,this condition is like stage fright and it is debilitating to say the least.

[@zachanderson7228]

Read When Panic Attacks by David Burns. It was suggested to me by my psychiatrist as well as my therapist. Most productive self therapy I’ve ever done

[@Jessmsheppard]

Thank you for the recommendation. I hope the book helps you! x

[@hillhousecounselling]

I have a channel with a free hypnotherapy session for you to try at home. It’s not exactly the same as a one on one personal session, but it might take the mystery and anxiety out of what to expect x

[@maytsehay7924]

Freelance is hella anxiety-provoking!!!

[@Jessmsheppard]

Yup!

[@poeticnation6251]

Very interesting video.

[@Jessmsheppard]

THANK YOU

[@poeticnation6251]

@@Jessmsheppard :-) You're welcome.

[@alexba1ley]

Thank you for sharing your experience, Jess. I'm so glad you're feeling better. When you say you did 6 weeks of hypnotherapy sessions, were you doing one session per week? Were they one hour sessions? I've been feeling great anxiety relief from listening to hypnotherapy recordings for the past 9 months and want to go deeper with one on one sessions, though I am on a budget. I've read that six sessions is about the minimum needed to experience results. I'm wondering if that's what you found as well?

[@tokyokacie]

Hi Alexandra, I’m a hypnotherapist, and maybe I can answer your question. This very much depends on the client. Some clients may benefit from twice a week, (mostly addictions or more extreme situations) but I find that one session a week is great for many, because it gives the conscious mind time to really understand and apply your new subconscious beliefs. I am twice certified and both schools recommended about 6 sessions, though I will tell you from experience some people are fine with less and some people should have more. 6 is a pretty good average though to see immense changes in your life. If you consider that it takes most people 21 days to build a new habit, this makes sense. Your therapist can be there for you while you are learning to incorporate and apply your new beliefs. Most hypnotherapists have received a ton of hypnotherapy just because of the training (and if they didn’t, I wouldn’t recommend them) and they can tell you that it changed their lives and that’s why they chose to get certified. It’s not a panacea to all problems, but like any good therapy, it can change your life if you let it. Go in with an open mind and an open heart and make sure you trust your hypnotherapist and I’m sure you’ll have a great experience.

[@soniasuazo9690]

Oh my gosh! Please slow down! You speak so fast but thank you for sharing your experience

[@Jessmsheppard]

Because I’m very anxious filming it ✌🏽

[@Aesthetic_leen]

May I know ur physical symptoms? I'm also suffering from the same

[@Jessmsheppard]

All info is within the video x

[@ananyakashetti7172]

Do you really feel relaxed during hypnotherapy..like does your anxiety go away at that time?

[@Jessmsheppard]

It makes you confront your subconscious so you're not relaxed, but its less scary and really interesting

[@EstherPineapple]

Hypnosis in Connecticut is 200 a session

[@Jessmsheppard]

So expensive, but I guess similar to the uk

[@rahulminhas7882]

In hypnotherapy right now... It is slowly changing my life. Best!

[@alexandrejuby7963]

How are you now?

[@Jessmsheppard]

Hope you're still enjoying! x

[@sunillama5973]

Does hypnotist cure anxiety and depression plz help it kill me

[@Jessmsheppard]

Sunil Lama I cant honestly answer this as I’m not a professional. I found it helped me, but it’s also a lot of internal work and it doesn’t work for everyone! X

[@jemmygho5900]

Any recommendation for good hypnotherapist in melbourne. I need one for my daughter. Thx so much if you have any reference.

[@Jessmsheppard]

I’d recommend having a google search and checking reviews x

[@jemmygho5900]

@@Jessmsheppard thx

[@pierre-etiennebechard-vien5542]

Hello mademoiselle Sheppard ! Do you know if there is a possibility to mess something up in your brain with hypnotherapy by accident ?

[@Jessmsheppard]

I’m not an expert, you need to ask someone fully qualified. I’m just sharing an experience x

[@hillhousecounselling]

I can answer this question. With therapeutic hypnosis no that cannot happen, the therapist is trained to make the experience positive.

[@pierre-etiennebechard-vien5542]

@@hillhousecounselling Merci Beaucoup ! :)

[@bertdowns5240]

Was it Paxil?

[@Jessmsheppard]

No it wasn't

[@nat_loves_glitter]

This sounds like ADHD to me, and unfortunately GPs don't have any training in that so they'd never suggest it could be that. Definitely recommend seeing a psychiatrist who's actually trained in ADHD who can access you and see if that's actually that and not anxiety. Also you talk REALLY fast which is a bit of a giveaway 😅 ADHDers are also highly intuitive and our brains work really fast, all the time, it can be quite exhausting.

[@Jessmsheppard]

I appreciate your comment but no, it’s not adhd. Talking fast is also accompanied with anxiety

[@annehernandez5540]

What kind of doctor do you went?

[@Jessmsheppard]

All info in the video x

[@thebreeze007]

oo la la

[@Jessmsheppard]

Not an appropriate comment for the context

[@thebreeze007]

@@Jessmsheppard Yes and no. The context of me being blown away, yes. In the context of the video, I'm not sure.🤣 I'll re-watch and leave a better one...

[@alexandrejuby7963]

Its been 2 years now for youre video . How are you now ?

[@Jessmsheppard]

will do an updated video:)

[@alexandrejuby7963]

@@Jessmsheppard thanks cant wait

[@mollielindsay-bush9312]

[@Jessmsheppard]

xxxx

[@jameelabeevi2087]

Hlo

[@Jessmsheppard]

hi

[@jameelabeevi2087]

@@Jessmsheppard how r u

[@jameelabeevi2087]

@@Jessmsheppard madam iam from india in kerala i need ur help

[@iputinkayo7795]

Love your accent

[@Jessmsheppard]

thank you :)