Comprehensive Behavioural intervention for Tics (CBiT)

 

Firstly, what is CBiT? CBiT stands for Comprehensive Behaviour Intervention for Tics.
CBiT is a treatment for tics only and not for the co-occurring conditions that may be associated with Tourette’s.
CBiT is behavioural therapy, it is used to support people with Tourette’s to manage their tics. Behaviour therapy is not a cure for Tourette’s but aids in the reduction of tic severity and frequency.
CBiT is made up of 6 therapeutic components and is a clinically proven therapy in tic reduction.
These six components consist of:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Habit Reversal Therapy (HRT) Overview

Habit Reversal Therapy is the most researched validated behavioural therapy for Tourette's to date, the research stems back to the 1970s. HRT treats tics individually unlike other behavioural therapies used to treat tics. You will work on becoming more aware of how a certain tic is expressed, then you learn a competing response. You do this by contracting a group of muscles that make it impossible to do the tic at the same time, as soon as you feel the urge coming on, you need to do the competing response and keep doing it even after the urge passes. Eventually, you learn to take control of the tic.
This can be hard work, and an uncomfortable sensation to begin with but with lots of practice, it gets easier.
To learn how to do this, strategies are used to increase the need for you to tic, making the urge as strong as possible, and then you will work at implementing a competing response to make it hard for your tic to breakthrough.
HRT is hard work and takes time and practice however HRT has been proven to reduce tics by up to 40%
There are 5 rules when considering competing responses. The competing response must be able to be done anywhere, without props, can be actioned for more than 1 minute, must be incompatible with the tic, and should be more socially acceptable.

 

Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Overview

Exposure Response Prevention is also known as tic suppression. The main aim of ERP is for you to learn to tolerate the urge that comes before a tic, by learning to tolerate the urge you are learning to suppress the tic.​ This can be hard work, and an uncomfortable sensation to begin with but with practice, it gets easier. By exposing your tics, you practice resisting the urge for longer periods, until you can stop it in most situations for a period of time. Evidence suggests that ERP is as effective as Habit Reversal Therapy. ERP is best suited to individuals who have a range of troublesome tics or are young. Tic reduction is the result.

 

Solution Focused Hypnotherapy

Sarah is a qualified Solution Focused Hypnotherapist specialising in brain health for all, but with a particular interest in Anxiety - Depression - Low Mood - Anger - Stress - Overwhelm - Confidence - Self Esteem - Parental Fatigue - Tics - ADHD - Plus ​​

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How Can Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy Help People?

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Solution-focused hypnotherapy can help people in many ways. It can help them overcome anxiety and depression, improve their self-confidence and self-esteem,  overcome phobias and addictions and work through Trauma. It can also help people achieve their goals, all of which can indirectly support tic reduction.

 

One of the most significant advantages of solution-focused hypnotherapy is that it is a short-term therapy. The client typically only needs a few sessions to see significant improvements in their mental and emotional well-being. Unlike traditional treatment, which may take years to achieve results, solution-focused hypnotherapy is designed to provide rapid, long-lasting change.

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What is Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy?

Solution-focused hypnotherapy is a form of therapy that combines hypnosis with solution-focused brief therapy techniques. It is a powerful tool for personal growth and self-improvement that can help people overcome a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to addiction and phobias.

 

Solution-focused hypnotherapy focuses on the solutions rather than the problems. It is based on the idea that people have the inner resources to overcome their problems and that hypnosis can help them access those resources more easily. In solution-focused hypnotherapy, the therapist helps the client focus on their strengths and resources rather than their problems and limitations.

The hypnotherapist uses various techniques to help the client enter a state of relaxation and focus. Once the client is in this state, the therapist uses suggestions, guided imagery, and other techniques to help them create a positive mental image of themselves and their desired outcome. By reinforcing positive thoughts and behaviours, the therapist helps the client make the necessary changes to achieve their goals.

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What Solution-based Hypnotherapy isn't

Solution-focused hypnotherapy is not a magic cure or a quick fix; it requires time, effort, and commitment from both the client and the therapist. The therapist cannot make changes happen for the client; they can only facilitate the change process. It is up to the client to take responsibility for their well-being and to actively participate in the therapy process.

 

Solution-focused hypnotherapy is also not a form of mind control or manipulation. The client remains fully conscious and aware during the hypnosis session and can choose to accept or reject any suggestions made by the therapist. The therapist cannot make the client do anything they do not want to do.

 

In conclusion, solution-focused hypnotherapy is a powerful tool for personal growth and self-improvement that can help people overcome a wide range of issues. It is a short-term therapy designed to provide rapid, long-lasting change. However, it is not a magic cure or a quick fix; it requires time, effort, and commitment from both the client and the therapist. If you are considering solution-focused hypnotherapy, speaking to a qualified therapist is essential to determine if it is the right approach for you.