Hypnosis vs. CBT: which works better for anxiety and depression?

NCT ID NCT06484400

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul Nisantasi University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compared two psychological treatments—cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Ericksonian hypnosis—for reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. 45 adults with symptoms but no formal diagnosis were randomly assigned to CBT, hypnosis, or a no-treatment control group. Researchers measured changes using standard questionnaires to see which approach worked best.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Ericksonian Hypnotherapy
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that Ericksonian hypnosis is as effective as CBT for reducing depression and anxiety symptoms, offering another treatment option.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 45 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It also included people without a formal diagnosis, limiting generalizability.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DEPRESSION, ANXIETY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Metin Çınaroğlu

Istanbul, Istanbul, 34277, Turkey (Türkiye)

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