Experiencer Clinic - The Truth About Regression Therapy

Regression Therapy (RT) is a type of hypnosis in which an individual is assisted into a hypnotic trance by a therapist for the purpose of recalling a past event - either hours, days, weeks or years earlier in his current life or in past lives (in which case it’s called past life therapy).  RT is a common therapeutic tool used effectively by psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors and hypnotherapists to treat a number of issues including phobias, addictions, unhealthy behaviors and to recover memories.  It is also sometimes utilized by law enforcement to help crime victims or witnesses recall what they or saw.  RT is a trusted and effective therapy, but there are sometimes concerns and misunderstandings about it.

Does RT work?

RT can be very helpful in recovering memories in a variety of situations, but the human mind is very complicated and the process may not be easy.  While law enforcement agencies sometimes utilize the procedure to help gather clues about a crime, a court of law may not accept such evidence because of the nature of memory.  See “Why Don’t I Remember My ET Visits” in this blog (March 3, 2011).  While false memories and fantasies are a possibility in an RT session, a qualified experienced therapist can help weed those out and get to the truth.

 
How Does RT Work?

Hypnosis is a common state of mind that we experience almost daily, going in and out of trance states without even noticing.  When attempted on purpose, though (as in RT), it’s usually more difficult and may require time and effort to reap results.  When memories are brought forward into a person’s conscious mind, the process helps to diffuse intense emotions attached to the memory, allowing an individual to examine and analyze the memory and attendant emotions logically.

 

How is RT Different from Past Life Therapy (PLT)?

The process is essentially the same in both, but PLT is concerned with revealing memories of past lives.  In PLT, standard hypnosis and regression techniques are used to induce and maintain a deep trance, and the therapist acts as a guide and support to the client. 

Is RT Safe?

Hynosis (including RT) has been used safely and effectively since the 19^th Century.  Like any type of therapy, though, it effectiveness depends on many factors and it doesn’t work all the time for everyone.  When done correctly, hypnosis and RT are safe.  During a hypnotic trance an individual doesn’t lose control over their mind or surrender their will to anyone else - including their therapist.  If an individual has serious mental, emotional or cognitive problems, hypnosis should be utilized with them only by a qualified medical professional.

 

I’m pretty sure I’m an experiencer and I want to remember it, but I don’t want to be regressed.

No problem.  RT may not be necessary to recover your memories.  It is only one of the therapeutic tools available to qualified therapists and counselors to help their clients recover, manage and benefit from their memories.

So what should I do?
There is no right or wrong answer to this question - it depends on you.  If you are thinking about trying RT to recover your ET contact memories, there are several things you should consider before deciding.  See "Should I Get Therapy for My ET Experiences?" in this blog (November 5, 2010).

Good luck with exploration of your contact memories!