Alison Becker
About me
IN PERSON & ON-LINE SESSIONS AVAILABLE - Over 18 years of experience in hypnotherapy, EFT & EMDR. Specialising in PTSD. Help with anxiety, stress, phobias, sleep issues, IBS, OCD and children's anxieties.
I qualified as a Clinical Hypnotherapist in 2003 with the London College of Clinical Hypnosis. In addition, I have trained in EMDR and am an EFT Practitioner. I am a member of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis and registered with the CNHC and AMT. I hold a DBS Enhanced Certificate for working with children.
We all have good and bad experiences in our lives and quite commonly a negative event, or series of events cause us to form negative beliefs about ourselves or a situation. This can then lead to a cycle of unhelpful patterns of thinking and feeling. Over time, stress and anxiety can build and have a general negative effect on our mental, physical and emotional well-being.
I use a combination of hypnotherapy, EFT & EMDR to help both adults and children alleviate whatever problem or issue is currently causing them difficulty or distress in their everyday lives. Supporting people through a relaxing process of positive change. Helping them to release negative feelings, beliefs and unhelpful negative responses and so alleviate associated emotional stress. Using relaxing hypnosis I help people to focus on their positive inner resources to promote personal growth and a more optimistic outlook. This enables people to feel more confident and in control. This process of gentle, positive change naturally reduces stress and anxiety, releases unwanted habits and creates a more positive focus.
Appointments in North Somerset - In person & on-line
The Mendip Suite, Mendip Vale Medical Practice, Langford, North Somerset. BS40 5EL
Winscombe, North Somerset. BS25.
Home visits can also be arranged if needed.
Training, qualifications & experience
- I have a Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy. I trained with the London College of Clinical Hypnosis and have over 17 years experience helping people with a wide range of issues.
- I am a full member of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis.
- I have over 17 years of experience in treating trauma with EMDR.
- I am an EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Practitioner.
- I am a full member of The Associate of Meridian Energy Therapies.
- I am a registered member of the CNHC (Complementary & National Healthcare Council).
- I am DBS checked & hold an Enhanced Certificate for working with children.
- I have Counselling Certificate Levels I & II
- I undertake regular Continuing Professional Development through Masterclasses, courses and clinical supervision.
- I have a background in Pharmacy and am a qualified Dispensing Assistant.
Member organisations
British Society of Clinical Hypnosis
The British Society of Clinical Hypnosis (BSCH) is a national professional body whose aim is to promote and assure high standards in the practice of hypnotherapy.
There are various types of membership of BSCH, including associate members, full members, diplomats and fellows.
Registration demands good quality training, ethical practice and adherence to a code of conduct.
Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
The CNHC encompasses many types of alternative therapy, including hypnotherapy.
In order to be admitted to the register a practitioner must have studied to the National Occupational Standards for that profession/discipline, or have reached the equivalent of the National Occupational Standards through other relevant training or at least three years of experience and been assessed by their peers.
A practitioner must also have professional insurance and agree to abide by the CNHC Code of Conduct, Performance and Ethics.
Accredited register membership
Accredited Register Scheme
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of hypnotherapy I deal with
Information about health conditions (*)
Hypnotherapy can enhance the well-being of individuals diagnosed with serious medical conditions, but should not take the place of medical treatment and advice. If you have been diagnosed with - or suspect you may have - any of these conditions, please speak to your doctor before starting hypnotherapy.
Other areas of hypnotherapy I deal with
PTSD: Relief from traumatic experiences & associated physical responses using EMDR (eye movement desensitisation & reprocessing).
Children's anxieties and issues.
Fees
From £60.00 to £75.00
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
Adults £75 - (One and a Half Hours)
Children's session - £60
Smoking Cessation - £160 - single two hour session
Sessions are usually arranged weekly.
The number of sessions required depends on the needs of the individual and the issues to be addressed.
An indication of the approximate number of sessions required can usually be given at the first session.
Availability
9am - 6pm Monday to Friday
Further information
Hypnotherapy can be helpful in treating the following:-
Smoking
Fears & Phobias
Anxiety & Stress
Panic Attacks
PTSD
IBS/ nervous stomach
Sleep problems
Weight control
Unwanted habits
Motorway driving/test confidence
Children's Issues
Fears & Phobias
Worry/Anxiety/Stress
Confidence building
Bedwetting
Thumb sucking/Nail biting
Unwanted habits
Exam nerves/performance anxiety
Staying away from home
School phobia