Regardless of how memory is recalled, it is necessary to have proof that the event actually happened. Through guided visualization, the power of the unconscious mind is in an alpha state of increased suggestibility, and many people are able to go on a journey that can assist them in altering their behavior. While not always a cure, the journey can supply building blocks that can help in freeing feelings and attitudes that may be inhibiting. It can help a person understand conflicts and how to do something constructive to solving them. Not everyone is an appropriate subject.
Some people are more susceptible to being hypnotized than others.
When one is in an altered state of consciousness, verbal, rational and analytical thinking is set aside and attention is then focused on subconscious behaviors. Once these subconscious behaviors are understood the choice is within the power of the individual to take appropriate action toward taking charge of the condition thus allowing change to occur. A specific case that comes to mind in my practice is that of a very intelligent 35 year old professional male who was so uncomfortable talking to a female that he was not even able to talk in an imaginary situation of gestalt. This therapy was done with an empty chair. The man was to imagine talking to a female who was in the chair.