Spirit Releasement Therapy (SRT) is an alternative or complimentary therapeutic approach that suggests the possibility of entities, spirits, or energies attaching themselves to individuals and causing various physical, emotional, or psychological issues. The basic premise of spirit releasement therapy is that these attached entities need to be identified, communicated with, and released from the affected person to promote healing.

Practitioners of SRT believe that these entities may be the result of various factors, such as trauma, unresolved emotions, or spiritual disturbances. The therapy often involves a process of hypnosis or altered states of consciousness to access and communicate with the entities.

Is it the same as an exorcism?

SRT and exorcism are two different approaches to dealing with spiritual or paranormal phenomena, although they both involve the belief in entities or energies that can affect individuals. Here are the differences between the two:

1. Purpose and Approach:
   • Spirit Releasement Therapy: SRT is typically conducted within a therapeutic framework by  practitioners, such as hypnotists or shamans, for example, who believe in the concept of attached entities or spirits. The goal of SRT is to identify, communicate with, and release these attached entities from the affected individual through techniques such as hypnosis, dialogue, and energy work. SRT is often seen as a form of alternative or complementary therapy.
   • Exorcism: Exorcism, on the other hand, is a ritual or religious practice performed by clergy or individuals with religious authority in certain belief systems. The purpose of an exorcism is to expel or remove what is believed to be malevolent entities or demonic forces from a person, place, or object. Exorcisms are typically rooted in religious or spiritual traditions and involve prayers, rituals, and spiritual interventions.
2. Beliefs and Worldview:
   • Spirit Releasement Therapy: SRT is often associated with metaphysical or spiritual belief systems that acknowledge the existence of attached entities or spirits that can influence human behavior and well-being. Practitioners of SRT may approach the work from a perspective that integrates psychology, energy work, and spiritual beliefs.
   • Exorcism: Exorcisms are deeply rooted in religious beliefs and often occur within the context of specific religious traditions such as Christianity, Islam, or certain indigenous practices. Exorcisms are based on the belief in spiritual entities, demons, or evil forces that can possess or afflict individuals, requiring spiritual intervention to remove them.

In summary, while both spirit releasement therapy and exorcism deal with spiritual or paranormal phenomena, they differ in their purpose, approach, beliefs, and cultural contexts. Spirit releasement therapy is often seen as an alternative therapeutic approach, whereas exorcism is a religious or spiritual practice rooted in specific belief systems.

*Before considering spirit releasement therapy or any alternative therapy, it is advisable to consult with qualified mental health professionals. If someone is experiencing physical or psychological distress, seeking help from licensed healthcare providers, psychologists, or psychiatrists is recommended. I am not claiming to diagnose or cure any illness or issue as I’m not a medical doctor. This is strictly spiritual and does not replace seeking healthcare if needed.