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Guided Imagery
  • Kaitlyn J. Dunlap
  • Malone University

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What is guided imagery?
  • Guided imagery is intended to induce a
    generalized state of deep relaxation.
  • Guided imagery is a program of directed thoughts
    and suggestions that guide your imagination
    toward a relaxed, focused state. You can use an
    instructor, tapes, or scripts to help you through
    this process.

3
What is guided imagery?
  • Guided imagery is based on the concept that your
    body and mind are connected. Using all of your
    senses, your body seems to respond as though what
    you are imagining is real.
  • An example often used is to imagine an orange or
    a lemon in great detail-the smell, the color, the
    texture of the peel. Continue to imagine the
    smell of the lemon, and then see yourself taking
    a bite of the lemon and feel the juice squirting
    into your mouth. Many people salivate when they
    do this. This exercise demonstrates how your body
    can respond to what you are imagining.

4
What is guided imagery?
  • You can achieve a relaxed state when you imagine
    all the details of a safe, comfortable place,
    such as a beach or a garden. This relaxed state
    may aid healing, learning, creativity, and
    performance. It may help you feel more in control
    of your emotions and thought processes, which may
    improve your attitude, health, and sense of
    well-being.
  • Guided imagery is safe. No known risks are
    associated with it. Guided imagery is most
    effective when the person teaching it has
    training in guided imagery techniques.

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Who invented guided imagery?
  • The history of guided imagery dates back to
    ancient times. Its exact origins have not been
    traced, but evidence of its use has been found in
    ancient civilizations on every continent. Many of
    these ancient civilizations used guided imagery
    in healing ceremonies.
  • The modern use of guided imagery began in the
    early 1970s. Some of the key players include
    Irving Oyle, Carl and Stephanie Simonton, Robert
    Assagioli, Dr. Martin Rossman and Dr. David
    Bresler.
  • Drs. Rossman and Bresler began researching and
    perfecting this technique. Their research, along
    with that of others, led to the development of
    the Academy for Guided Imagery in 1989. The
    academy is dedicated to physician education and
    continued public awareness of guided imagery.

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What is the purpose for guided imagery?
  • Guided imagery has many uses. You can use it to
    promote relaxation, which can lower blood
    pressure and reduce other problems related to
    stress. You can also use it to help reach goals
    (such as losing weight or quitting smoking),
    manage pain, and promote healing. Using guided
    imagery can even help you to prepare for an
    athletic event or for public speaking.

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Can guided imagery be beneficial in the
counseling process?
  • Yes!
  • As a counselor, providing a client or student
    with a guided imagery recording may help them
    learn relaxation techniques when dealing with
    stressful situations or anxiety.
  • Dr. Fordyce has worked with clients whose blood
    pressure and anxiety have decreased just by
    practicing guided imagery on a daily basis.
  • Dr. Fordyce
  • personal experience with guided imagery

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Lets try guided imagery!
  • The guided imagery we will be participating in is
    an 18 minute retreat.
  • The CD was created by Barbara Fordyce, PhD, a
    local psychologist in the Canton area.
  • To get the full and most relaxing experience, it
    is encouraged that you lie down on the floor or
    get in a comfortable position at your desk.
  • You should close your eyes and try to take a few
    deep breaths to relax your body for the session.
  • heart rate and breathing
  • falling asleep

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Resources
  • "Guided Imagery to Help With Pain." Guided
    Imagery to Help With Pain. WebMD, 30 June 2009.
    Web. 01 May 2013.
  • "Theory and History." Guided Imagery to Help With
    Pain. Spiritualist Resources, 2012. Web. 01 May
    2013.
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