Research
Research work
Exploring how hypnotherapy can be integrated into the treatment of people with high blood pressure.
“You need to stress less.”
People with high blood pressure often hear this advice. But it is not always easy to follow.
Some people live with stress for years. They worry about their family, react strongly to conflicts, or constantly expect something to go wrong. Even when everything seems calm, their mind may still be preparing for the next problem.
You cannot simply decide to stop feeling stressed.
A more important question is why this state continues and whether we can change the way we respond to stress.
Why study this?
Modern treatment of high blood pressure includes lifestyle changes and, when needed, medication.
But blood pressure can also be influenced by stress and emotional state. For some people, anxiety and long periods of tension may make blood pressure more difficult to control.
This raises an important question. Could working with chronic stress, anxiety, anger, or other emotional reactions help improve blood pressure control?
Hypnotherapy may be one way to work with these factors. But its role needs to be studied properly.
My current research focuses on this question.
The study
Integration of Ericksonian Non-Directive Hypnotherapy into the Comprehensive Management of Grade I–II Arterial Hypertension
Registration: ISRCTN16573611
ORCID: 0009-0009-6738-1913
Participation
Participant recruitment began in August 2026.
You don't need to live in a specific country or location to take part. However, you must meet the clinical criteria for the study. You must also be able to complete the required medical examinations and follow-up.
A participation enquiry form will be added to the website in the future. Until then, you can discuss possible participation and the study requirements with me during a consultation.