Annette Sloly BA Hons. DHP HPD CNHC AfSFH MNCH(Reg). MNCP (Accred.)

Training, qualifications & experience

I am wholly committed to my on-going professional development; understanding and applying the latest research in anxiety, mindfulness, solution focused hypnotherapy and neuroscience as well as continuing personal 15 year practice in mindfulness meditation, and CBT. I currently hold the following relevant qualifications, professional body memberships and certifications, and a selection of some recent CPDS (Continuing professional development courses) are below.

• Clinical Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma (HPD) (CPHT)
• Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (DSFH) & Diploma in Hypnotherapy & Psychotherapy (DHP) from the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH)
• National Council of Psychotherapists Member MNCP (Accred.)
• National Council of Hypnotherapy Member (NHS Accredited Register)
• Complementary and Natural Healthcare Practitioners Council Member
• Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy Member
• Enhanced DBS certificate
• Emotional Freedom Techniques Levels 1 and 2 Practitioner.
• CPD, Clinical Application of Mindfulness & Acceptance-Based Strategies
• CPD, Neuroscience
• CPD, Disordered Eating
• CPD, NLP
• CPD, CBT Skills in Hypnotherapy
• CPD, Working with Children
• CPD, Psychoneuroimmunology and the Impact of Hypnotherapy on Disease

My journey is one of transformation: it’s the motivation behind my vocation and the positive change I seek to inspire in others. Following family trauma in my early teens, I suffered episodes of anxiety that affected my confidence and performance. Through talking, body-focused therapy and personal practice, I learnt how to manage destructive thought patterns, feelings and emotions, and the empowering sense of control and resilience this gave me – it was life changing. My interest in helping people achieve goals grew out of my interactions with friends, family members, mentoring students and team members – I have always been curious how individuals cope with trauma and stress. I went on to explore the mind and body in more detail, both through academic study and personal practice, later qualifying as a Clinical Hypnotherapist & Psychotherapist.

It gives me great purpose to help people manage fear, stress and anxiety – and ultimately lead happier lives. I have 10 years of experience in coaching, mentoring and Clinical Hypnotherapy; coupled with a lifelong personal interest in mindfulness meditation, a rich performing arts history, and corporate experience heading up teams in production and project management. This multi-faceted experience has helped me hone my approach: a synthesis of therapeutic disciplines that informs and supports my work – with everyone from undergraduates suffering from exam anxiety and professionals struggling to manage stress, to world-class artists and actors looking to improve their performance.

Outside of the office, I deepen my understanding of mindfulness and compassionate awareness through daily practice, as well as attending retreats and workshops. I am particularly interested in the transformative power of the breath. I have performed on Radio and Television so understand the challenges of performance. I am a classically trained Violinist, and hold a BA Hons. (University of Kent) and diplomas in the arts. My interests include watching American comedy, travel, history, political science, religion, spirituality, hiking, and teaching my son the power of curiosity. Having lived most of my life in London, I moved to Bristol eight years ago, so I split my time between both cities.   I support Help for Heroes and Deki – The UK’s first person to person microfinance charity, empowering entrepreneurs in developing countries.

‘Confidence has long been a barrier in my life and when I was asked to do a presentation I decided to be proactive and try hypnotherapy to help me overcome this obstacle. Annette has helped me increase my confidence levels through hypnotherapy and breathing techniques. Annette has shown me that small changes can have a big impact.' Laura, 35, London/Bristol

Other areas of hypnotherapy I deal with

Peak Performance - artistic
Stage Fright
Nerves
Performance Anxiety
Audition anxiety
Exam Anxiety
Interview Anxiety