Holographic Memory Resolution ® (HMR ® ) is a mind-based intervention without somatic movement used to treat individuals with conditions including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and chronic pain. No studies on the lived experiences of HMR exist. This phenomenological study explored the perspectives of a subset of participants undergoing HMR in a larger open-label trial for chronic pain, dysphoric memory, and accompanying biopsychosocial symptoms. Eighteen participants were interviewed one-month post-HMR regarding their lived experiences. Thematic analysis revealed HMR facilitated: (1) Awareness of Coping Strategies and personal creation of a safe place, visualization of color, and use of a metaphorical lockbox to store traumatic memories, (2) Reframing of the Memory , (3) Relief and Release of Pain , and (4) Life Integration , which involved getting their voice back and feeling empowered to strengthen connections with others. Findings highlight HMR as an impactful mind-based tool to control chronic pain and provide relief for associated biopsychosocial symptoms.
Gaddy et al. (Sun,) studied this question.