Overcome Your Fear of General Anaesthesia with Sharon, Your Hypnotherapist in Belfast.
Do I Have a Phobia of General Anaesthesia?
Phobia of General Anaesthesia:
- You constantly worry about being put to sleep, imagining worst-case scenarios.
- Even with the surgery weeks away, you struggle to sleep and feel anxious every day.
- Your fear is overwhelming, causing physical symptoms like nausea, dizziness, or panic attacks.
- You might avoid or delay surgeries altogether because of this intense fear.
Common Beliefs with Anaesthesia Phobia:
- “What if I don’t wake up at all?”
- “What if I wake up in the middle of surgery?”
- “I’ll be completely out of control and helpless.”
- “It might hurt or feel horrible when I wake up.”
These worries often spiral into overwhelming fear, affecting both your emotional and physical health.
Imagine Your Fear as a Light Switch
When the fear is “on,” it feels like being trapped in a dark room—overwhelmed by panic, dread, and endless “what if” scenarios. But with hypnotherapy, you can flip that switch. When the light comes on, you regain calm, control, and clarity, allowing you to approach anaesthesia with a clear mind.
How Hypnotherapy Helps with Fear or Phobia of General Anaesthesia
Hypnotherapy works by tapping into your subconscious mind and changing how you respond to the idea of anaesthesia. Here’s how it can help:
Moderate Fear: It helps ease your nervousness by shifting your focus from worry to calm, empowering you to face the experience with confidence.
Phobia: It rewires your automatic fear responses, so you can stop feeling overwhelmed and regain control over your emotions.
For Both: It deeply relaxes your mind and body, making anaesthesia feel more manageable.
Understand Where Your Fear of General Anaesthesia Comes From
Why Do I Fear General Anaesthesia?
Fear and phobia of anaesthesia can be driven by different experiences:
- Moderate Fear: You may have general concerns about the unknown or worry about how you’ll feel when you wake up.
- Phobia: You might have had a bad experience with anaesthesia before, witnessed a loved one struggle during a procedure, or seen distressing medical scenes in films or on TV.
Regardless of the cause, hypnosis can help you reframe these fears, whether mild or intense, and approach anaesthesia with a sense of calm.
Overcome your Fear of General Anaesthesia
Overcome Your Fear of General Anaesthesia in 3 Sessions
Whether you’re dealing with moderate fear or a more severe phobia, hypnotherapy offers tailored treatment to help you:
- Understand your fear and where it comes from.
- Reprogram your response, so anaesthesia no longer triggers panic or worry.
- Reframe your experience, whether it’s anxiety or a strong phobia, into something manageable and calm.
This programme is designed to help you feel calm, prepared, and confident before your anaesthesia. Sessions are available both in person in Belfast or online via Zoom for your convenience.
6 Signs You Need Hypnotherapy for General Anaesthesia
Constant worry: You can’t stop thinking about the upcoming procedure, even when it’s weeks or months away.
Sleepless nights: Your fear keeps you awake, and you’re losing sleep thinking about the worst that could happen.
Daily impact: Your anxiety is affecting your day-to-day life, causing distraction at work or home.
Uncontrollable thoughts: You can’t shake extreme thoughts like “What if I don’t wake up?” or “What if I’m awake during surgery?”
Physical symptoms: You experience panic attacks, nausea, shortness of breath, or a racing heartbeat whenever you think about anaesthesia.
Avoiding medical care: You’ve postponed or cancelled surgeries because of your fear, even if they’re necessary.
After a 30 year career in Health and Social Care – including 10 years as a Registered Nurse (Learning Disabilty) and 23 years in Social Care – I have seen the impact that a lack of health care can have on both our physical and mental well-being.
Sometimes healthcare access can be due to underfunded services but, sometimes it can be driven by our own fears and worries. I believe that good health is essential for a balanced life & when one area suffers, it can throw everything off balance.
As a Clinical Hypnotherapist, I remain driven by my passion for helping people to achieve their best possible quality of life.
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Benefits of Your 3-Session Fear of General Anaesthesia Therapy in Belfast
- Feel calm and clear-headed as you prepare for anesthesia-related procedures, ready and confident.
- Address your fears now so you don’t postpone necessary treatments and can move forward with a positive mindset.
- Staying calm helps your body respond better during anesthesia.
- By confronting your fears, you’ll feel empowered and prepared for a successful experience.
- Discover simple strategies to manage anxiety, making the process smoother and less intimidating.
You need help ASAP?
Schedule an SOS Anti-Panic Session for the Day Before Your Anaesthesia Procedure – Check Availability.
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult with a healthcare provider for personal medical guidance.
