Relaxation and Guided Imagery are methods that teach people how to become deeply relaxed while conscious. When sensory images are then added to the experience, the body treats these images as if they are happening. For example, one can imagine themselves at the beach and feel the warmth of the sun on their back. In a deep state of relaxation the body will experience these sensory effects as it does not discriminate the imagined event from the real one. This creates a therapeutic process in which healthful images and healing processes can be introduced, even practicing being relaxed during painful medical procedures can occur, and the body will respond positively.

With these techniques, you can:
Lower muscle tension
Eliminate tension headaches
Reduce fatigue
Reduce blood pressure
Increase coping skills
Lower anxiety and depression
Enhance restful sleep
Renew Energy
Let go of emotions stored in the body
Promote your own healing

Relaxation and Guided Imagery is an empowering process of letting go of stress and learning to allow yourself to find responses rather than force yourself or command yourself to cope or heal.