Quest Cognitive Hypnotherapy (QCH) research focuses on the effectiveness of our unique approach, which combines hypnotherapy with other psychotherapeutic approaches including CBT, EMDR, Gestalt, and Timeline Therapy. Research has shown that QCH can be effective in treating anxiety and depression, with a pilot study demonstrating 71% of clients reporting recovery after an average of six sessions, compared to 42% using other IAPT therapies like CBT. The Quest Institute is a hypnotherapy school that has its own research demonstrating the effectiveness of its teachings. 

Key aspects of QCH research:
  • Pilot Study:
    A published pilot study in the Mental Health Review Journal showed that QCH was effective in treating anxiety and depression, with 71% of clients reporting recovery after an average of six sessions. 

  • Independent Assessment:
    Clients are asked to complete independent assessments at the start of their therapy and track their improvement through follow-up sessions. 

  • Evidence-Based Approach:
    QCH is an evidence-based therapy that uses a range of techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), neuroscience, positive psychology, and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP). 

  • Flexibility and Personalization:
    QCH therapists work from the client’s model of the world, using their unique experiences and patterns to guide them towards solutions. They do not use one-size-fits-all hypnotic scripts but create suggestions that are personalized to each client. 

  • Unconscious and Conscious Mind:
    QCH therapists work with both the conscious and unconscious minds to ensure maximum, long-term success. 

  • Long-Term Impact:
    Data from QCH research is being used by Warwick University in a long-term project and has also been shared with a French research team looking into the long-term impact of therapy. 

  • Data Collection:
    QCH therapists collect data on client outcomes, including pre- and post-therapy measures of anxiety and depression, and use these measures to assess the effectiveness of their approach. 

  • Success Rates:
    Research suggests that QCH can be more effective and quicker than CBT alone for some conditions, with one study reporting a 93% success rate after an average of six sessions. 

In summary, Quest Cognitive Hypnotherapy research demonstrates its effectiveness in treating anxiety and depression, with a focus on personalization, flexibility, and working with both the conscious and unconscious mind to achieve long-term positive outcomes for clients. 
/by