Group Hypnosis for Stress Reduction

Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy or health-stable participants between 18 and 70 years with subjective increased intensity of stress in the last four weeks on the visual analogue scale rated between 40 -100 mm (VAS 0 - 100 mm) * Ability to consent and sign declaration of informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Current or planned participation in a stress management program within the next 17 weeks * Current use of psychotherapeutic treatment * presence of moderate or severe acute or chronic disease * presence of an acute or chronic mental disorder * Participation in a study within the last 2 months prior to enrollment * Lack of understanding of the German language