![]() Unconsciously however the person lying may struggle with anger under the surface and lie in order to create conflict (he or she consciously avoids conflict while unconsciously orchestrating it by way of setting themselves up to be caught out lying). This is usually an incorrect or false statement they make to (consciously) benefit themselves, such as to avoid stress, embarrassment, or anxiety. It is often possible to tell if and why someone may have told us a lie. Importantly, we don’t just treat your symptoms we aim to help you discover the causes of your compulsive lying, so you can live a more satisfying, fulfilling and authentic life. We may alternatively recommend mindfulness therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) or (Neuro-linguistic programming) NLP, depending on the therapist you engage, to create a program tailored to your individual needs. We may propose short term methods such as hypnotherapy to help change your habitual patterns of thoughts and responses. This session will give us an initial insight into the issues involved in your case, and help us understand what you want to achieve.Īfter the first session, we’ll work with you to create a tailored treatment plan if we agree to work together long term. Compulsive lying is not something you should feel ashamed of or try to hide it’s just a disorder that needs treatment - ideally from someone who can provide an objective and informed perspective without sacrificing empathy for the real pain a lying addiction can cause.ĭuring your first session, you’ll be able to discuss your problem in confidence, ask any questions, and decide if your psychotherapist is the right fit for you. Regardless of which you choose, we provide a safe, supportive, accepting environment, without shame or judgement. ![]() Unfortunately, without therapy, compulsive lying can last a lifetime. It feels more comfortable and more normal than telling the truth, to the point where many compulsive liars end up lying to themselves as well. Whatever the reason, over time, pathological lying can become addictive. This is often seen in people who feel smothered or otherwise controlled. Others do it to carve out a barrier of psychological space between themselves and the other. They feel they need to lie to win the acceptance and approval of people they value. In some cases, individuals believe deep down that their true self is flawed and not good enough. Many times the cause is opaque, at first.Įventually it becomes an attempt to avoid difficulties, even though new difficulties result from habitual lying. ![]() ![]() Growing up in an emotionally unsafe environment (where certain thoughts and feelings are considered ‘wrong’) can lead to habitual lying. This compulsion usually starts during childhood, often as a way of coping with difficult feelings of shame or anxiety. ![]()
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