Fear of flying
The situation becomes a major problem when an overseas holiday can not be taken, or a business trip has to be cancelled because of an overwhelming fear of flying. The fear can present in a number of ways for example claustrophobia, feeling out of control, sensitivity to the engine noise or the fast take off , the fear of crashing and leaving the family.
Case history
A retired lady came to see me stating she felt that she was suffering from the fear of feeling claustrophobic in a plane which stopped her from travelling abroad and enjoying her retirement. Hypnosis was able to resolve this and enable her to travel by air and enjoy her holidays abroad.
Techniques used to resolve this condition
Regression techniques revealed that as a child she had a traumatic incident in which she felt trapped. Once that was appreciated she completely recovered from her fear. Distraction techniques were also used to enable her to enter the plane confidently and allow her to enjoy the flight.
Outcomes and Benefits of Hypnotherapy in this condition
Typically this phobia responds well to hypnosis. Often distraction techniques are sufficient to achieve success.
GP referral
Not usually.
Typical duration of therapy
Two sessions with regular use of CD is normally all that is required for success.
