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Step 1
Find a local hypnotherapist in your area through the yellow pages or from an association for hypnotherapists in your state. Interview several over the telephone or face to face before making a decision.
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Step 2
Learn how to self-administer a state of hypnosis in order to counteract depression. There are several products on the market that may work for you.
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Step 3
Expect to be guided into a state of deep relaxation by counting backward from ten or focusing on an object. Choose a nature scene or calming background to concentrate on.
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Step 4
Choose an affirming statement to repeat such as, "I am safe and invited to be happy in my life. Everything is ok." During a state of hypnosis the mind is more accepting of suggestion.
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Step 5
Work to continue practicing the treatment whether with exercises from your hypnotherapist or on your own.
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Step 6
Try a group hypnotherapist support group for depression, anxiety or grief. Being around others will decrease the sense of isolation that comes with guilt and depression.













