Thomas McGowan

My assumption is that you have googled the life out of the addiction, so I am not going to waste your time telling you things you probably already know and are feeling overwhelmed with information. Maybe you are now looking for solutions, not details. I hope you find these pages helpful  and easy to navigate

Right now, I want to assure you that there's nothing wrong with you and that you're not damaged or broken. You’re just using coping strategies that are causing more problems than they solve. However, or whatever you are feeling right now, I get it. I have been there, and use my recovery from addiction and my therapy training to help people.

I like to think I am different from mainstream therapists. An ethos of mine is that your thinking got you into the chair so don't always see how it will get you out of it by offering a different way of thinking about your situation and usually find what you think is behind your addiction isn't the real problem.

Offering tools and 24/7 support I help people to take back control. I say clients, I see our relationship more as a partnership. I usually find that clients are more interested in how I can help them than in the approaches I use. Just in case you are interested though, my main skill set is Hypnotherapy and I also use NLP, Auriculotherapy (ear acupuncture), Reiki, and Coaching.

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Testimonials: (To uphold client confidentiality some posts will not be named)

"I’ve had this treatment by Thomas McGowan and I can assure you it’s has had and is still having very real results. For lots of different things. We are in times where we all need go look after ourselves better and stay more healthy and positive. Since I began my sessions with Thomas I’ve been able to improve lots of different areas of my life. Drink less alcohol, stop smoking, come off antidepressants successfully because I am dealing with the route cause and gained a huge amount of confidence (my doctor is fully aware of and supports my treatment). The auriculotherapy has really helped me in addition to medications I currently take for illnesses and I am seeing an improvement not just in the conditions but in my mental wellbeing which we all know state of mind and stress has such a big impact on everything. I have been amazed by what working on points in the ears has an impact on - do your research as you’d be surprised. Thomas has even got me to the gym. Now I never thought that would happen!!!!   x"

"I’ve had 2 recent hypnotherapy sessions with Thomas, and all I can say is wow! What a lovely caring person he is, from the hypnotherapy sessions themselves to the few days after - Thomas would message to see how I was getting on. He’s absolutely brilliant at what he does and I can not thank him enough for helping me through such a tough time!"

"What can I say about Thomas. I didn’t know him, never met him, wasn’t recommended, I saw an advertisement on instagram. Had a chat on the phone , made an appointment as he gained my trust and boy was I a happy man. Smoked 12 cigars a day and left our one and only session a non smoker. Has he helped me since , yes I struggled a little in the 3rd week and I’ve had a few other issues ( not related to smoking) and he has been there. A truly wonderful person who has had his own issues and overcome them all Would I recommend this person ? Yes, I’d say he’s a complete gift and you’d be a fool not to trust him and let him help you , he’s wonderful and I wish him every success, he deserves it , thanks Thomas. I am happy to be contacted directly to verify everything I have said"

"Thomas came to see me when I was at my lowest points.  I was stuck in what felt like a hole.  Struggling with addiction, and ruining all my relationships with those close to me.  With his help and the help of hypnotherapy, I was able to this unhealthy cycle and find myself again.  Can't thank him enough for his help"

"This wonderful man has helped me become a non smoker.....after 17 long years of a heavy habit....day 65 and no looking back. Without the session with Tomas I know I would never have stopped smoking. I am so thankful to you Tomas and wish you the very best."          S. Hussain

"The most simple and effective treatment. I have something I need to share. I have really sensitive skin .2 weeks ago I met Thomas who used the treatment Pain to go. I have been using a cream on my face for the last 3 to 4 days ......... that I haven’t been able to use ever. There’s not any irritation to my skin what so ever." K. Marsden

"Had a half hour session with Thomas to get rid of old pain. I’ve two disc problems in my lower back, I’ve had for 8 years. Definitely feel more flexible than I’ve done for years! Thank you Thomas xxx N. Hart

"5 minutes in Thomas’s company and you feel like you’re best friends he puts you so much at ease you forget what you’re there for I’ve had hypnotherapy before to stop smoking but it didn’t work so i didn’t hold out much hope this time either I was fully aware of what was going on I just felt relaxed but could see images so vividly I had 1 session and don’t even think about having a cigarette at all. I don’t want one or need one I’ve had no withdrawal symptoms at all and saved so much money I also feel a lot healthier and don’t miss having to stand outside in the cold and rain thank you Thomas for literally saving my life let him save yours too" C. Amanda

"My treatments with Thomas were a success. I knew I drank too much alcohol having created this habit over many, many years. I am now freed of this unhelpful activity and cannot thank Thomas enough. I feel and look better than I have for years. Thank you so much."

"Sessions with Thomas were great. So relaxed and chilled. It created the perfect environment for the therapy. Thomas is a top bloke and has also become a good friend. The follow-up care and his assurance is 2nd to none. I would recommend his therapy to anyone as he is a genuine chap who has time for anyone. Since seeing Thomas, I've reduced my alcohol intake and been able to control myself. What was a problem has now been made easier to control. I hope whoever reads this review trusts me. I'd have been a proper mess otherwise. Thanks again Tom"

"Thomas came to see me when I was at my lowest points.  I was stuck in what felt like a hole.  Struggling with addiction, and ruining all my relationships with those close to me.  With his help and the help of hypnotherapy, I was able to this unhealthy cycle and find myself again.  Can't thank him enough for his help"

"Thomas was fantastic at uncovering any early signs which could lead to how the addiction was born and with uncovering any personality traits that could lead to addiction. He makes the whole process very relaxed but with a great deal of focus. I couldn't recommend him highly enough."

"Working with Thomas has changed my life! I have been aware I have had an issue with alcohol dependency for many years, and this had developed into a much bigger problem in recent years. It was affecting all parts of my life,  my relationships were suffering, I was at risk of losing my house, debts were increasing,I had spent time in hospital with alcohol related injuries and had hit rock bottom with my mental health.

I had previously accessed various forms of counselling and therapy, all of which had been unsuccessful. Thomas is AMAZING! I immediately felt at ease with him, and I was able to discuss things without fear of judgement, just complete understanding. The sessions were incredibly powerful, allowing me to address and pinpoint issues regarding my anxiety and depression, as well as manage the psychological withdrawal from alcohol and rebuild areas of my life that had become damaged. In just four weeks I had begun to turn my life around.

My initial fears about the long hard battle I expected in turning my back on alcohol disappeared. With Thomas’ support and guidance I have been able to change my life. I have been offered full-time work in a job I love, I spend time with family and friends without alcohol controlling me, I’m in control of finances and have booked several holidays! None of this would have been possible without Thomas. I struggle to put into words how grateful I am to him. He’s a STAR!!"

"Thomas came into my workplace and talked to us about stress management. He made such a good impression I looked him up to see if he could help me, I signed up to his The Make Food Your Friend course. Thomas is very friendly, approachable and quickly put me at my ease.
Over the sessions Thomas has helped me address my relationship with food using hypnosis and a variety of other techniques. Whilst being professional and encouraging, helping me break the negative bad habits and reinforcing positive good habits. These have been invaluable in identifying my triggers which cause stress, therefore making bad choices with regards food.
The online audios are great support and have reinforced the important drivers that keep me focused, giving me the motivation I need to take control. I have a much better understanding of my triggers and now have the tools to make important changes to my eating habits