What is Rapid Transformational Therapy®?
RTT® was created by Marisa Peer, a therapist and hypnotherapist trainer. RTT® combines elements from a number of different therapeutic approaches, including hypnosis, to create a solution-focused therapy that aims to help people make changes in a relatively short period of time.
In this video, hypnotherapist Becca Teers explains what Rapid Transformational Therapy® is and how the approach may benefit you.
RTT® is sometimes described as a form of regression hypnotherapy. It focuses on getting to the root causes of limiting beliefs and identifying past experiences that may be influencing current thoughts, feelings or behaviours. Using techniques such as trance (a state of deep relaxation and focused attention), regression and hypnotic conditioning, RTT® practitioners aim to help clients access their subconscious mind and reframe unhelpful patterns.
Some people use RTT® to address issues such as anxiety, phobias and low self-esteem, while others seek support with confidence, performance or personal development.
What is Command Cell therapy?
Some RTT® practitioners use a technique called Command Cell therapy. This approach focuses on the connection between the mind and body and may be used on its own or as part of a wider RTT® session.
The technique is based on the idea that long-standing habits, fears and behavioural patterns can be difficult to change through willpower alone. By using hypnosis to access the subconscious mind, practitioners aim to help clients explore these patterns and introduce new ways of thinking and responding.
If you feel stuck in patterns that are difficult to change, speaking with a qualified hypnotherapist can help you decide whether RTT® may be a suitable approach for you.
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How does Rapid Transformational Therapy® work?
Working with a trained Rapid Transformational Therapy® therapist can help you better understand and interpret events, how they have or are affecting you, and how you can change your reaction to these in the future. RTT® may be explored by people experiencing anxiety, low mood, panic attacks, phobias, low self-esteem, or unwanted habits such as smoking. Some people also seek RTT® for confidence building, performance anxiety, or weight management.
Helping to address the root cause of issues, rather than current symptoms that may be ailing you, RTT® is described as a solution-focused approach that aims to address the perceived root cause of an issue, rather than only focusing on present-day symptoms. As with many therapeutic approaches, experiences and outcomes can vary, and research into its effectiveness is still developing.
With the help of an RTT® therapist, you can learn more about how the meaning or interpretation of events may be causing you pain or discomfort, helping you to confront emotions that you may be struggling to cope with, to challenge coping mechanisms that may not be working for you, and to make positive changes.
What can RTT help with?
Rapid transformational therapy may help with a number of different things, including:
- anxiety
- stress
- overcoming self-sabotage
- imposter syndrome
- changing unhelpful habits
- processing fears, memories, and emotional blocks
- enhancing focus
- improving confidence and self-esteem
What to expect in a session
RTT® sessions are typically structured to focus on identifying the underlying cause of a concern within a relatively short time frame. As RTT® and clinical hypnotherapist, Katarina Luksic, explains:
"The main reason why RTT® hypnotherapy is extraordinarily effective is because of its techniques and the structure of the session.
"The session is about 90 to 120 minutes long. It starts with a short chat about the issue. Since we know that our behaviours, issues and habits are rooted in the subconscious mind, it’s much more important to discover what these roots are at their core. A client then enters the state of hypnosis, which, in other words, means a very relaxed and calm state of mind of alpha brainwaves, where the door to the subconscious mind opens."
Following your sessions with a therapist, you typically receive a bespoke recording which you can listen to for a set period of time (usually 21 days or longer). This is intended to reinforce positive suggestions and support new ways of thinking over time. Through changing unhelpful thought processes and patterns, the idea is that you can make significant changes to your actions and how they affect your life.
Sessions and recordings are personalised to best address your unique situation and needs. One of the key benefits of RTT® therapy, for many, is the short time frame in which many report seeing positive results.
RTT uses regression in order to get to the core of the issue. It is extremely important that the client gains the understanding of why the issue developed in the first place and why it still persists in their life. Only after that can they really move on.
- Hypnotherapist Katarina Luksic.
Frequently asked questions about RTT®
Is Rapid Transformational Therapy® the same as hypnotherapy?
RTT® incorporates elements of hypnotherapy with techniques used in other therapeutic approaches, including CBT and NLP.
How many RTT® sessions will I need?
The number of sessions needed varies from person to person, depending on your individual goals and circumstances. Many practitioners suggest one to three sessions.
Can RTT® be done online?
Many Rapid Transformational Therapy® therapists offer sessions online using video platforms, as well as in person.
Finding a RTT® practitioner
If you’d like to explore whether Rapid Transformational Therapy® could support you, connecting with a trained professional is a helpful first step. A qualified hypnotherapist can talk you through the process, answer any questions, and explain what to expect. Search for a registered RTT® therapist near you to begin your journey.
