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- by Dr. Padraic Gibson
Padraic Gibson is a psychologist, family therapist and supervisor. He works in Ireland, Italy and Malta. He is a Senior Research Associate and Lecturer at Dublin City University and founder of the OCD® and Anxiety Disorders Clinic .
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) affects millions of people today. This article details the different natures of OCD, the triggering factors, the symptoms and the treatments using the systemic approach.
- by Dr. Padraic Gibson
Padraic Gibson is a psychologist, family therapist and supervisor. He works in Ireland, Italy and Malta. He is a Senior Research Associate and Lecturer at Dublin City University and founder of the OCD® and Anxiety Disorders Clinic .
Some obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD) are characterized by seemingly illogical rituals that are deeply rooted in their own logic. This article deciphers the different facets of compulsions, from rational rituals to propitiatory, and examines the importance of the systemic approach in the understanding and treatment of OCD.
- by Dr. Padraic Gibson
Padraic Gibson is a psychologist, family therapist and supervisor. He works in Ireland, Italy and Malta. He is a Senior Research Associate and Lecturer at Dublin City University and founder of the OCD® and Anxiety Disorders Clinic .
As we welcome a new year, discover 7 change strategies from Palo Alto School to master change and achieve your aspirations. Accept new beginnings, get involved in consistent actions and structure your resolutions for lasting success. It's time to turn hope into reality.
- by Michele Ritternan
Ph.D. & trainer in the master's degree in hypnosis offered by LACT.
In her essay, Michele Ritterman analyzes human wickedness through Ericksonian hypnosis. It addresses the deep origins of cruelty, its impact on society and therapeutic means to confront it, offering poignant insight into human nature and healing.
- by Erzana SZWERTAK
Coach, Psycho-practitioner, Systemician
In this study, Erzana Szwertak explores the effectiveness of relational hypnosis against fears and phobias. Through a concrete case, she demonstrates how this approach helps to overcome anxieties, revealing its profound impact on personal transformation and mental well-being.
- by Erzana SZWERTAK
Coach, Psycho-practitioner, Systemician
This article by Erzana Szwertak explores conversational hypnosis and the systemic approach to treating fears. It details how these methods help understand and overcome anxiety disorders, offering unique insight into managing phobias and improving mental health.
- by Erzana SZWERTAK
Coach, Psycho-practitioner, Systemician
In this article, Erzana Szwertak reveals the transformative power of hypnosis in therapy. From ancient Egypt to Milton Erickson, this paper explores the evolution of hypnosis, its role in mental well-being and its ability to reshape life stories, providing renewed autonomy to the patient.
- by Michele Ritternan
Ph.D. & trainer in the master's degree in hypnosis offered by LACT.
Education and resilience are at the heart of the fight against school bullying. Training in Ericksonian hypnosis, recognized according to Michele Ritterman, offers innovative perspectives for education professionals confronted with this problem. This article explores how systemic and strategic techniques, taught in these trainings, can be powerful tools for preventing and managing bullying at school. By combining innovative psychological approaches with effective communication strategies, this training aims to strengthen the resilience of teachers and offer better interventions in the face of harassment situations.