Anxiety Unpacked: Kathy Carter's Holistic Hypno-CBT® Guide
Anxiety is multi-faceted – memory, imagination, thoughts, trauma, genetics, emotions, & neurological networking within the brain and nervous system – here, Kathy looks at anxiety through a holistic lens.
Ever feel like anxiety is more than just a mental battle? In this episode of 'The Hypno-CBT Podcast with Arrive Therapy', Kathy Carter takes us on a deep dive into the intricate world of anxiety. She breaks down how anxiety isn't just in your head—it's a complex interplay of memory, imagination, trauma, genetics, and even the way our brains and nervous systems are wired.
Kathy's holistic approach sheds light on how cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy (Hypno-CBT®) can be a game-changer for those grappling with anxiety. She talks about 'safety anchors' and self-regulation techniques that can help ground you when anxiety strikes. Kathy also doesn't shy away from discussing the limitations of medication-based treatments, emphasizing the importance of combining therapies for the best outcomes.
For those navigating anxiety with neurodivergent traits, Kathy explains how Hypno-CBT® can be tailored to meet unique needs, incorporating insights from polyvagal theory. Whether you're seeking new ways to manage your anxiety or looking to understand it better, this episode offers practical tools and compassionate advice to help you on your journey.