About me
I'm a certified and accredited Clinical Hypnotherapist, recognised with multiple awards for my work supporting people in overcoming addiction and reclaiming their lives. My approach is both professional and deeply personal, I’ve walked the path of recovery myself, and that lived experience drives my passion for helping others heal.
I offer an integrative approach that blends clinical hypnotherapy with counselling and holistic therapies such as IEMT (Integral Eye Movement Therapy), EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), psychosensory techniques, hypnobirthing, and optimum fertility hypnotherapy. I also specialise in working with trauma, anxiety, and panic disorders, offering personalised support that encourages deep and lasting transformation.
As a qualified meditation leader, I incorporate mindfulness and emotional regulation tools into my sessions to help clients build inner calm and resilience. I believe holistic health should be accessible to all, and I’m dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces for healing, whether in one-to-one sessions, group settings, or public speaking engagements.
Wherever you are on your journey, I’ll meet you there with empathy, experience, and a strong belief in your ability to thrive.
Training, qualifications & experience
SHARPS 2 Peer Navigator Training Pathway
The Salvation Army / University of Stirling – (2024)
Completed over 140 hours of structured, multi-agency training including:
SHARPS Research Project (34.5 hrs): Self-guided learning, study documentation, local mapping, and research protocols
TSA Induction & Service Training (32.5 hrs): Homelessness services, safeguarding, professional boundaries, ACEs, equality & diversity, fire safety, and more
Addiction Team (ADO) Training (40.5 hrs): Trauma & Vicarious Trauma, Emotional Regulation, Psychologically Informed Environments, Cultural Competence, Neurodiversity, Psychosocial Programmes, and Self-Harm & Suicide
SISTAD Training: Strength-based approaches, Incident Reporting, Managing Relationships, and De-escalation
Scottish Drugs Forum (SDF) Training (32.5 hrs): Cocaine & Psychostimulants, Benzodiazepines, Motivational Interviewing, Naloxone Training for Trainers, and Inclusive Practice
Monthly peer support and ongoing training log supervision through TSA/SISTAD
Smoking Cessation & Public Health Training
National Centre for Smoking Cessation and Training (NCSCT), 2018–2022
Level 2 Certificate in Smoking Cessation (NCSCT Certified Practitioner) – 2022
Stop Smoking Practitioner Training – multiple completions between Oct 2018 – Aug 2020
Very Brief Advice on Smoking (VBA+) – Practitioner Assessments – Pass
Specialty Modules:
Mental Health (Modules & Assessments) – Pass
Pregnancy and Postpartum – Pass
Promoting Smokefree Homes & Cars – Pass
Practitioner Assessment – Knowledge & Skills – Pass
Clinical Hypnotherapy & Specialist Training
Innervisions School of Clinical Hypnotherapy
Practitioner Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy – Sept 2009
Tutor Training Certification – Sept 2019
Completed over 80 CPD-accredited specialist trainings in therapeutic techniques, supervision, and education
BSc (Hons) Psychology
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh – 2006–2009
In-depth training in psychological theory and application, including suicide prevention, trauma, and neurobiology
Applied knowledge to therapeutic education, mental health support, and community interventions
COSCA Counselling (Levels 1 & 2)
University of Aberdeen – 2005–2006
Counselling Psychology and communication skills training
Developed empathetic listening, rapport building, and emotional resilience techniques
BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care (Level 3)
Yorkshire Coast College – 1993–1995
Member organisations
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.
Areas of hypnotherapy I deal with
info 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
Other Areas I Specialise In
Alongside addiction recovery, trauma, and anxiety work, I also specialise in:
Panic Disorders & Phobias
Helping clients overcome debilitating fear responses and regain control through evidence-based hypnotherapy and psychosensory techniques.
Emotional Regulation & Stress Management
Using mindfulness, EFT, and tailored interventions to help clients build resilience, calm, and emotional clarity.
Fertility & Hypnobirthing
Supporting individuals and couples with optimum fertility hypnotherapy and comprehensive hypnobirthing programs to enhance confidence, reduce stress, and promote positive outcomes.
Self-Esteem & Confidence Building
Guiding clients through blocks around self-worth, public speaking, and life transitions using an integrative therapeutic model.
Life Transitions & Identity Work
Supporting people navigating grief, career changes, recovery, or personal transformation with compassion and depth.
Training & Mentoring for Practitioners
I offer 1:1 mentoring and group training for therapists, coaches, and wellbeing professionals who want to deepen their skillset or grow their practice.
Professional Supervision
As a qualified supervisor, I provide clinical supervision to hypnotherapists. My supervision style is supportive, reflective, and ethically robust, designed to help you feel resourced, confident, and aligned in your work.
Available for individuals or small groups
In-person or online. Open to practitioners at all levels of experience.
Therapies offered
Fees
£150.00 - £450.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Additional information
My sessions are tailored to meet individual needs, whether seeking support for addiction recovery, anxiety, trauma, or a specific goal like optimum fertility or hypnobirthing.
Initial Consultation (30–45 mins): Free
An opportunity to discuss your needs, ask questions, and explore how we can work together.
Standard Hypnotherapy Session (90 mins): £150
One-to-one sessions combining clinical hypnotherapy with integrative techniques.
Trauma/Anxiety Intensive (90 mins): £150
Extended sessions for deeper therapeutic work using modalities such as IEMT, EFT, and psychosensory therapy.
Hypnobirthing / Fertility Support Packages: From £40 to £600 packages
Structured programmes designed to support your journey with evidence-based and holistic techniques.
Addiction Recovery Packages: Bespoke plans available, please enquire for details.
Online & In-Person Options Available
Sessions are available via secure video call or in my Harrogate or East Boldon practice.
Concessions may be available for those experiencing financial hardship, please don’t hesitate to ask. I’m committed to making therapeutic support as accessible as possible.
