How to Use Neuro Linguistic Programming to Treat Phobias
Neuro linguistic programming, or NLP, is a more than 40-year-old system designed to supposedly eliminate negative thoughts and habits and improve one's business and social life. While some practitioners make exaggerated claims about its effectiveness, many people report they have conquered traumatic experiences and phobias with NLP, often in a short time. Various methods are employed to attain these results, but all rely heavily on visualization and sensory images.
Things You'll Need:
Computer with Internet access and email
Telephone
Get the Facts on Neuro Linguistic Programming
1
Visit a Web site or read a book that explain what NLP is all about. A good summary can be found at the Change That's Right Now Web site (see Resources below).
2
Narrow your search to the NLP methods that experts specifically use to treat phobias, such as phobia release, anchoring and time line therapy. Watch a video of an actual time line therapy session at the TimeLineTherapy Web site (see Resources below).
3
Note down or print out relevant facts, as well as any questions you may have about the process, and save these lists for future reference.
Find a Local NLP Practitioner
1
Look for an NLP practitioner in your area using a recommendation from a friend, a telephone directory or an online directory, such as the NLP Practitioners Directory (see Resources below).
2
Contact one or more of the names you find.
3
Have your questions ready, including queries about what therapy the person uses, the length of time needed for the therapy and its cost.
4
Make an appointment.
Prepare for Your Session
1
Prepare for your appointment by doing some further research on the method your therapist will use.
2
Look up case studies to find out what happens in a session. Note especially what kind of guided imagery may be involved.
3
Participate actively in your therapy session. Good results with NLP are possible only with your full cooperation.
Tips & Warnings
If you are unfamiliar with NLP, search out someone who has put its ideas to use to treat a problem. What difference has it made? Are the differences lasting?
While some NLP practices can be self-applied, phobia remedies should only be attempted with the guidance of a certified neuro linguistic programming practitioner. Expect these services to be moderately priced, unless you visit a "celebrity" NLP practitioner.
Scientific research has not established the long-term effectiveness of NLP therapy for the elimination of phobias.
To treat severe, crippling phobias or disorders like depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder, see a physician.
Before you start any alternative medical technique, be aware that many have not been scientifically evaluated. Often, only limited information is available about their safety and effectiveness. Each state and each discipline has its own rules about how alternative medicine practitioners can be professionally licensed. If you decide to visit one, choose one licensed by a recognized national organization. Consult your primary health care provider about your decision first. Keep your doctor informed about the alternative medical technique you undertake.
http://www.ehow.com/how_2031474_nlp-treat-phobias.html
Neuro linguistic programming, or NLP, is a more than 40-year-old system designed to supposedly eliminate negative thoughts and habits and improve one's business and social life. While some practitioners make exaggerated claims about its effectiveness, many people report they have conquered traumatic experiences and phobias with NLP, often in a short time. Various methods are employed to attain these results, but all rely heavily on visualization and sensory images.
Things You'll Need:
Computer with Internet access and email
Telephone
Get the Facts on Neuro Linguistic Programming
1
Visit a Web site or read a book that explain what NLP is all about. A good summary can be found at the Change That's Right Now Web site (see Resources below).
2
Narrow your search to the NLP methods that experts specifically use to treat phobias, such as phobia release, anchoring and time line therapy. Watch a video of an actual time line therapy session at the TimeLineTherapy Web site (see Resources below).
3
Note down or print out relevant facts, as well as any questions you may have about the process, and save these lists for future reference.
Find a Local NLP Practitioner
1
Look for an NLP practitioner in your area using a recommendation from a friend, a telephone directory or an online directory, such as the NLP Practitioners Directory (see Resources below).
2
Contact one or more of the names you find.
3
Have your questions ready, including queries about what therapy the person uses, the length of time needed for the therapy and its cost.
4
Make an appointment.
Prepare for Your Session
1
Prepare for your appointment by doing some further research on the method your therapist will use.
2
Look up case studies to find out what happens in a session. Note especially what kind of guided imagery may be involved.
3
Participate actively in your therapy session. Good results with NLP are possible only with your full cooperation.
Tips & Warnings
If you are unfamiliar with NLP, search out someone who has put its ideas to use to treat a problem. What difference has it made? Are the differences lasting?
While some NLP practices can be self-applied, phobia remedies should only be attempted with the guidance of a certified neuro linguistic programming practitioner. Expect these services to be moderately priced, unless you visit a "celebrity" NLP practitioner.
Scientific research has not established the long-term effectiveness of NLP therapy for the elimination of phobias.
To treat severe, crippling phobias or disorders like depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder, see a physician.
Before you start any alternative medical technique, be aware that many have not been scientifically evaluated. Often, only limited information is available about their safety and effectiveness. Each state and each discipline has its own rules about how alternative medicine practitioners can be professionally licensed. If you decide to visit one, choose one licensed by a recognized national organization. Consult your primary health care provider about your decision first. Keep your doctor informed about the alternative medical technique you undertake.
http://www.ehow.com/how_2031474_nlp-treat-phobias.html
