Mental imagery is an under-explored field in clinical psychology research but presents a topic of potential interest and relevance across many clinical disorders. Anxiety, social phobia, post-traumatic stress disorder and depression are some of the global mental health problems requiring treatment innovation.

Imagery interventions in CBT are based on the premise that mental imagery has a powerful impact on emotions. These are the direct representation of sensory experiences that we create in our mind’s sky without sensory input. Research shows that mental imagery could function similarly to sensory perception.

We aim to develop a greater understanding of the role of mental imagery in reducing the impact of intrusive emotional memories and reinforcing positive perspectives. 

Because mental imagery has a powerful impact on our emotions and cognitive processing, it can help us build more adaptive relationships with ourselves, others and the world.