The Feeling-State Theory and Protocols of Behavioral and Substance Addictions

The Feeling-State Theory and Protocol of Behavioral and Substance Addictions provides a practical and brief solution for the many different kinds of behaviors that are caused by
Feeling-States (FSs).  The Feeling-State Theory is explained and two different protocols for processing Feeling-States are described:  The Feeling-State Addiction Protocol, which uses a modified form of EMDR processing to eliminate the FS, and The Feeling-State Image Protocol, which uses the processing protocols of Image Transformation Therapy.  The different addictions discussed include substance addictions such as alcohol and heroin addictions and behavioral addictions such as sex addiction and gambling.  Treatment solutions are also provided for behaviors that are not normally thought of as being addictions or compulsions, such as codependence and anger.

The sixth edition revises Phase 3 and Phase 4 of the FSIP, reflecting new developments in the treatment of trauma with Image Transformation Therapy. These changes make the treatment of the Feeling-State and the psychological dynamics creating the Feeling-State more complete.