Guided Imagery

It is a combination of relaxation and relaxation techniques, which include the visualization of object details and the image of using other senses. The method is commonly used in short-term psychological treatments. The process is calm and peaceful. The method uses the imagination to raise unconscious thoughts associatively, and to practice the brain's control over bodily functions

When this technique is used for treatment, the patient will perceive his body as healthy, strong and free from the health or psychological problem from which he is suffering. The treatment takes place in a group or individually, and lasts, according to the method, between half an hour and two hours. In some methods it is repeated several times a week, and in others less frequently

Guided imagery is used to treat several chronic conditions, including headaches, stress, high blood pressure and anxiety. Some people also use this method to prepare for sports competitions, important tests or childbirth

Guided imagery activity is usually done by one person (the instructor) guiding another person. The purpose of the guide is to help the guide experience the experience in its entirety without deviating from other and sometimes unwanted experiences. People who are skilled at controlling their thoughts are able to control on their own the experience of guided imagery and do not need a guide

In order for the effect of the guided imagery to be as strong as possible, it is asked to involve the most senses in the process, that is, to simulate the mirrors in bright colors, hear the sounds, feel the body sensations - including taste and smell - even experience the emotions as intensely as possible

Various methods, such as the Silva method

Kay method and

- Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) teaches in a systematic way the process of creating the guided imagery and using it for therapeutic purposes.

The main difference between guided imagery and hypnosis is that in hypnosis, guided imagery is performed only after the hypnotist has entered a state of hypnotic trance (Somnuambulism). In a state of hypnotic trance, the patient's possible resistance to the experiences he is about to go through is weakened, so the therapeutic effect will be stronger.