Hypnosis and OCD
In his landmark paper, “Application of hypnotic strategies sustained by a positive psychology orientation in treating OCD patients” (1) Arnon Zahi PhD proposed a three-step approach aimed at turning annoying symptoms, including ruminations and ritualistic behaviors, into procedures that promote wellbeing. Two cases were presented to illustrate this hypno-strategic approach. Sara (Case 1), who was fettered by self-limiting fears of harming…