Podcast 17: What is limerance, and how can Hypno-CBT help?
- Kathy Carter
- Apr 28
- 1 min read
Limerence is an intense, sometimes obsessive state whereby a person becomes obsessively preoccupied with another individual, often accompanied by an overwhelming desire for reciprocation.
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Limerance involves heightened thoughts, some idealisation of the person, and is linked to anxious ambivalent attachment styles, in my opinion.
People in limerence may feel a strong need for signs of affection which can lead to distorted perceptions of reality; there’s strong links with both addiction and neurodivergence. While limerence often involves romantic attraction, it differs from love.
In the podcast, I also explore some ways in which Hypno-CBT could be used to help someone in limerence, eg cognitive reframing and restructuring, distress tolerance, rehearsal of coping skills, mindfulness etc.
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Please note, this podcast is for education purposes only.
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