I have received a number of questions about the use of alcohol and panic.  In this post I’m giving you some ideas to think about.  ******* Question sent to the Anxiety Control Center about drinking. Is it possible that my binge drinking of wine is connected in some way to my panic attacks. ******* Answer

The 60 Seconds to Calm exercise works great to quiet a racing mind, and to reduce anxiety and fear.   The detailed written directions are below. We also have an easy to follow video. We recommend watching the free video the first time you do the exercise: 1.  It is easier to follow when Audrey leads

Back again at the beach.  I’ll only be in Costa Rica at the Writer’s Retreat for a few more days.  It has been wonderful working with this creative group of screenwriters.   Today I made a video post about a way to have courage when doing something new.  I called it Taking the leap because it

Dr. Audrey talks about Hypnosis. Have you ever wondered if you can be hypnotized?   The truth is that almost everyone can be hypnotized.  In over 27 years of practice as a hypno-therapist I have found that those who are able to keep an open mind, and want to be, can be hypnotized. When clients first come

There are many ways to reduce stress.  In the  following exercise we will be changing negative  thoughts and images to change the anxiety/stress  cycle.    By making changes using the conscious part of your mind,  you can begin to re-program your reactions.   The beauty of this exercise is that it can help change old patterns of

This month a number of letters and emails came in, from our clients, thanking the hypno-therapists at the Anxiety Control Center for their help in getting their “lives back”.   There were many similarities in what people said, so the following are bits and pieces from different emails and letters.  I hope what our clients

Great news – Next month we are offering a complimentary question and answer coaching workshop.  This is for people who want to know what can be done to end the suffering from anxiety, panic, worry, grief or feeling stuck. To be invited to the next call in November just sign up on the right side

Today I’ll be giving more answers to the people looking for help with anger, abuse, old hurts and fears.   The questions will appear below with short answers woven into each case.   Even  the deepest most upsetting, traumatic memories can be healed.  Reactions like anger and rage can be changed.  When we change the “response” at

Hello to all my followers.  Since I get so many requests for the breathing for calm video I’ve created this post where you can just click to watch the video. Click here for the breathing for calm video.   To let me know how it works for you click here. Audrey Sussman PhD   Remember to sign

Detailed Directions for the  “2 For 1 Exercise” To  stop stress and anxiety caused by thoughts of events that haven’t even happened yet, use this really powerful   technique.   Yes, it is true that this exercise will take a bit of work in the beginning, but with practice you will find it becomes an automatic