Anxiety Control Center

It’s amazing the things I hear every day in such common places as restaurants, bookstores, or even in the doctor’s waiting room.  There are so many people out there who suffer from panic attacks or know someone who does.  Just the other day, I overheard a conversation between a few women, one of whom couldn’t go over the Benjamin Franklin bridge because of her intense, uncontrollable FEAR.

Being someone who specializes in helping people with Anxiety disorders, I wished I could just go over and tell her that help is available.  I tried to think of a way to slip her a card without intruding, but there was no appropriate way I could think of to do it.  So, I left without saying a word.  The Anxiety Control Center is a place where people can go to get help.

Panic disorder can take many forms.  Its victims may be afraid to leave their home, to go up high, to drive, to eat in public, to take tests, or any combination of these and other fears.  For people suffering with panic attacks, even doing everyday task such as shopping can feel like a life and death situation.

The first step in getting relief from panic attacks is to realize that something is triggering them.  They do not come “out of the blue”, even though it might feel that way.  You are not going crazy, and many intelligent, creative people suffer from panic attacks.  And most importantly you can learn how to re-reprogram not only your reactions to the fear but the underlying causes as well.

I will be answering questions that people send in each day for the next 30 days.  I’ll look forward to hearing from you.

If you would like to become a part of the online coaching class where you can learn many different ways to stop panic and anxiety please go to our sister site by clicking on this link.

But before you go there,  please sign up for your first mind calming exercise in the upper right side of this screen.

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Today I will start the first of 5 posts about ways of creating an optimal state of mind, for learning, growing and moving through problems.  I will be using the game of golf as one example of where people find negative “mantras” interfering with the enjoyment of the game.  But negative mantras can get in the way in relationships,  when speaking in public, going to the doctor, taking a test, flying and even going on vacation.

I welcome your feedback and questions, and will write more on specific issues you send in.  To contact me with your questions click here.

Please sign in at the box at the top right  of this page to claim your 2 powerful mind calming exercises.

The formula for Life Changing Mantras

Many golfers go to the golf course looking forward to a way to hone their skills and as a break from the pressures of work and life.  Unfortunately, many times life stress can tag along like an unwanted guest, turning what would normally be an enjoyable experience into a draining one.

Stress is actually created by they way we think. I call the harmful thoughts and messages that “take us down” negative mantras.   Negative mantras can ruin your focus, and can create a state of mind that gets in the way of optimum performance. Even when you aren’t aware of that little inner voice running in the back of your mind, you will know there is a negative mantra running, when you feel stress and tension in your body or mind.

For example . . .     more tomorrow.

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Summary of “Hypnosis Quick Relief for Stress” Workshop

1.  Difference between  hypnosis for stage and therapy.

2.  Exercise with a  imaginary lemon shows how thoughts can create a physical reaction.

3.  The  3 ways stress is created: The cognitive, physical, emotional stress cycle.

4.  Understanding the difference between Conscious and Unconscious parts of the mind, so you know which part to use with different techniques.

5.  Ways an advanced hypnotic technique was used to take the emotional charge out of repressed memories.

6.  How to use the rating gauge to rate your stress level

7.  Technique for stress relief in 60 seconds. A physical/behavioral exercise to reduce stress using the breath.

8.  How stress is created by thoughts.   Why it’s possible to get stressed while safely in your living room.

9.  Purpose of the stress reaction, and the flight/fight response

10. Exercise to break through a physical limit.

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HOW TO CHOOSE A THERAPIST

There are many therapists and many specialties. So many in fact, that it might seem a daunting task to choose one.  To make this important task easier, follow these simple steps.

1.  Seek a person who specializes in the issue you are dealing with.   If you have anxiety, panic attacks,  have a fear of flying, speaking in public or of going over a bridge and driving, you want to find a therapist  who specializes in the treatment of Anxiety Attacks and Phobias.

2.  There are many different techniques and types of therapy available.   Ask the therapist questions about which ones they feel most comfortable using.  These are some of the therapies you can start asking about. Cognitive/Behavioral techniques, which are useful for beginning to change patterns using a change in the way you process information and creating new behaviors.  Some therapist still use talk therapy, this is helpful to gain insight but the drawback is that it can take many, many years to get results. Some therapists use Classical Hypnosis, which is great for relaxation.  Others use Ericksonian hypnosis and NLP, which speeds up the therapeutic process by getting to the root of whatever challenge you are facing. I believe a combination approach such as the Transformation System enables the therapist to use the best techniques from each modality. You have the right to know what issues the therapist specializes in as well as the techniques they use.

3.  Ask for an idea of how long it will take for you to start to feel a change. And how the sessions are set up.  For example I start my clients with weekly sessions, then at the 4th session we move to every other week and then as symptoms are changing we move to monthly, then every 3 months and then as needed.

It is important to have a rough indication of how long it will take for you to notice results.  I do not believe that any therapist can tell you exactly how many sessions it will take to reach goals.   Since most of my referrals are through “word of mouth”  I explain that we work as quickly as possilbe to get results.  The unconscious part of the mind can create major changes for you in an instant, once the root of the problem is cleared.

In general most of my clients tell me that they feel new hope within their first session, and that they start to experience a change within the first 4 sessions. Many get total relief of symptoms within 10 sessions.  Although for some it may take more sessions to reach the goals. As a person feels better the sessions are spaced further and further apart, so the unconscious has time to continue the changes between sessions.

4.  What should you expect before setting the appointment?

Talk to the therapist on the phone before you set your first appointment. You’ll know when you have found someone you will feel comfortable talking with when the therapist patiently explains their system to you, and you feel respected from the first phone call.  Remember,  sometimes therapist get very busy seeing clients, so be patient and call at different times of the day to reach them in person.

Your have a right to  be told what to expect, in a way that you can understand.  If it seems the therapist is caught up in big words and fancy sounding systems ask for explanations. A good therapist will offer at least a 10 minute free telephone consultation.  During this conversation both you and the therapist will get an idea if there is a match, in what you desire and what they can provide.  It is appropriate to ask for any information about the system the therapist uses.  Most importantly you want to feel comfortable talking to the therapist, and they should be patient and friendly. Trust your instincts,  this is important you cannot get better by talking to someone who intimidates you.  But, it is also important to remember that a good therapist is usually a busy one, and may not be able to talk for long periods of time.

5.  I have heard about TeleSeminars, what is that?

A TeleSeminar is a presentation or a workshop.  It can be accessed by getting a link for a number to call by phone, or a link for an internet connection.  The beauty of teleseminars is if you call into the live call, you can ask questions an interact directly with the presenter..  Another benefit of a teleseminar is that the cost is usually a lot lower, because the presenter serves as a coach, rather than a therapist.    Many time a presenter will supply a link for a replay of the call, so you can listen to the replay as many times as you  desire.

I have found that people like our monthly Question & Answer TeleSeminar.  During this 45 minute call people can get a sense of what techniques are available and get questions answered.    To become a member and get the link to the next free TeleSeminar, go to the contact me tab on the right of this page. Click on the “contact me” tab and it will send you to  my personal email.  Once there just put in your email address,  first name and one or two questions.  You will then get the  link to the information about the next call.

6.  Once you find a therapist or coach with whom you are comfortable, schedule an appointment.  I hope you call and schedule with us at the Anxiety Control Center for therapy, hypnosis, coaching or to gain tools for moving past challenges.   By setting an appointment you are making the decision to continue your education, to learn more about using the wonderful asset of your own mind.  There are many therapists out there who can help you.  Don’t suffer with panic attacks, worry, procrastination, anxiety, migraines or IBS for one more minute!  Pick up the phone and call!  Signing off for now Audrey Sussman, director Anxiety Control Center.

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DO YOU EXPERIENCE ANY

OF THESE SYMPTOMS ?

* Irritability  *  Tension  *  Headaches  *
*  Upset Stomach  *  Rapid Heartbeat  *
*  Difficulty Breathing  *  Excessive Worry  *  Fatigue *
*   Sleep Disturbances  *

At the Anxiety Control Center, we have developed
an exciting program specialized to relieve panic, anxiety,
and health issues such as migraines and irritable bowel
syndrome. Clients have achieved lasting transformations
with this program which uses a combination of hypnosis,
NLP, cognitive and behavioral techniques.

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