Lucid dreaming is something that has been toyed with in the treatment of sleep for PTSD, but I don't generally give advice on it because I don't know enough about it myself, and what I do know, is that it is generally taught and controlled by a professional, face-to-face, hence why I won't go into detail about it here. The fact is, is if you get it wrong, and some other sleep methods that go with this, you can end up in a world of hurt mentally, more messed up than you where originally.

Thats great you are using it effectively Shadow, very good to hear positive feedback in regard to that sleeping / dreaming method. I would say that if you want to use these type methods, do so in conjunction with your counsellor who can talk too you the day or two after you are doing your own experimenting, to ensure it is right for you, and your not actually getting worse.

From my understanding of these methods, the brain is extremely powerful, powerful enough to alter your original trauma and possibly make them worse, even though they are not real, they become real to you... I must say, tread carefully for those who are not experienced in this and seek professional advice first.