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Does Your Child Struggle with Extreme Food Avoidance?
Children with ARFID don’t just refuse to eat certain foods—they experience deep anxiety, sensory overwhelm, and even fear when faced with unfamiliar foods. Unlike typical fussy eating, ARFID can significantly impact a child’s growth, health, and emotional well-being.
Parents often feel helpless, watching their child struggle with limited food choices, extreme stress around meals, and health concerns due to nutritional gaps. If you’ve tried everything—rewards, pressure, or even therapy—and nothing has worked, you’re not alone.
Imagine the Transformation
Before Hypnotherapy: Mealtimes are a constant struggle. Your child refuses foods, feels anxious, and may even gag or panic.
After Hypnotherapy: Your child feels more relaxed, open to new foods, and experiences mealtimes with less stress and more curiosity.
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Why Hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy can be a powerful tool in helping children with ARFID:
Benefits of Hypnotherapy
- Reduces anxiety around new and unfamiliar foods.
- Creates a sense of safety and control over their eating experience.
- Rewires negative associations with food in a stress-free way.
- Builds confidence and curiosity to try new foods without pressure.
Backed by Research
Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective intervention for anxiety-related disorders and food-related issues. Studies such as:
- Van Dyck & Hoogstraten (1990) found hypnosis to be effective in reducing food aversions and anxiety around eating.
- Anbar (2001) demonstrated that hypnosis could help children manage stress-related digestive and eating issues, leading to improved food intake.
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What to Expect from Hypnotherapy for Your Child
Feel calmer and more at ease when faced with new foods.
Have positive experiences with new foods without fear.
Develop coping strategies for sensory overwhelm.
Build trust in their ability to eat a wider variety of foods at their own pace.
A personalised approach tailored to your child’s unique food challenges.
FAQ
Hypnotherapy helps reframe the subconscious associations your child has with food, reducing anxiety and fear. Through guided relaxation and storytelling techniques, we create a sense of safety around new foods, making mealtimes less stressful.
Yes, absolutely. Hypnosis is a state of deep focus and relaxation, not mind control. Your child will always be aware and able to stop or adjust the session as needed.
The number of sessions varies depending on the child’s needs. Many families see noticeable improvements within a few sessions, but a tailored approach ensures long-term success.
This programme is designed for children who struggle with food avoidance due to anxiety, sensory sensitivities, or past negative experiences. If you’re unsure whether it’s the right fit, booking a chat can help us determine the best approach.
Children are naturally imaginative, which makes them great candidates for hypnosis. However, if your child is hesitant, we introduce techniques gently and incorporate their interests to make the process engaging and comfortable.
