Rewind Therapy

What Is the Rewind Technique?

The Rewind Technique, originally introduced by David Muss, is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals affected by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or severe phobias. These conditions can significantly disrupt daily life, often causing distressing flashbacks or emotional responses triggered by sensory reminders of the traumatic event.

This technique works by helping the brain reprocess the traumatic memory—moving it from the active recall memory (where it is frequently accessed and emotionally charged) to a more neutral part of the memory system. This shift reduces the emotional intensity and frequency of involuntary recall.

How Can This Help You?

By reprocessing the traumatic memory, you may experience:

A significant reduction in how often the event comes to mind.
Relief from sensory triggers (sights, sounds, smells, etc.) that previously caused distress.
Improved day-to-day functioning and emotional wellbeing.
The ability to re-engage with activities that were previously avoided due to trauma-related anxiety.

What to Expect

I offer a dedicated block of sessions focused solely on the Rewind Technique:

Cost: £500.00 for up to six sessions.
These are not counselling sessions—they are specifically designed to address the traumatic memory.
You will not be required to retell the traumatic event in detail.
Each session includes a brief assessment to understand how the trauma has impacted your life, followed by the Rewind process.

I recommend considering counselling after completing Rewind Therapy to support your ongoing emotional recovery.

The Rewind Process

The technique uses guided imagery to create a safe and controlled mental environment:

Visualisation: You imagine yourself sitting comfortably in a cinema, watching a film of the traumatic event on the screen.
Detachment: You view the event from a distance, as if watching a fast-moving rollercoaster.
Rewind: You mentally rewind the film at high speed, stepping into the scene and moving backward through it.
Return to Safety: You return to the safe cinema setting, having reprocessed the memory in a way that reduces its emotional impact.

Interested in Learning More?

If you feel this technique could support your healing journey, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. I’m happy to answer any questions and discuss whether Rewind Therapy is right for you.