About me
- Professional treatment
- Scientific approach
- Lose weight
- Boost confidence
- Overcome insomnia and phobias
- Relieve stress, depression and acute anxiety
- Discover the health benefits of natural relaxation
- Stop smoking
- Enhance sports performance
- Alleviate pain
I have managed my evidence based practice since 2010 from a studio on private premises in Hampton Middlesex - not far from Bushy Park.
Off street parking is available, and a waiting room with a separate toilet facility is also available for clients and any accompanying friends and relatives.
The studio offers a high level of comfort and privacy with audio-visual facilities to enhance the therapeutic experience.
For further details, please visit my website: www.cach.co.uk
Training, qualifications & experience
I have a degree in Physics and also studied Psychology at University.
I have worked in the field of Hypnosis since 1982 and gained my first diploma in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy in 1984 after which I went into part time practice. I secured a Diploma with distinction in Clinical Hypnosis from the London College of Clinical Hypnosis (LCCH) in 1997.
I am a full member (No. 1998) of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis (BSCH).
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
- Public speaking and performance anxiety
Therapies offered
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Fees
£30.00 - £75.00
Additional information
I offer a complimentary 30 minute initial consultation and quote with no obligation.
Further information
Hypnosis and Meditation:
In addition, I have extensive experience over many years in Meditation techniques from a variety of contemplative traditions, and can offer guidance in the Mindfulness of Breathing approach to those clients looking for an effective remedy to excessive stress and feelings of anxiety.
I also teach self hypnosis for natural relaxation as an integral part of therapy.
Active Listening:
I strive to incorporate simple attentive listening in my practice. Often termed active listening by professionals, this is a fundamental component of effective therapy that serves as a catalyst for healing, trust, and client growth. Its value lies in creating a safe, non-judgmental environment that makes the patient feel valued, understood, and supported. This can significantly enhance treatment outcomes.
Key aspects of the value of attentive listening in therapy include:
· It establishes Trust and Therapeutic Alliance: Attentive listening builds the foundational trust necessary for a strong therapeutic alliance. When a therapist is fully present, it encourages clients to open up about sensitive topics, leading to more productive sessions.
· It validates Emotions and Reduces Isolation: By hearing and validating a client's experiences, simple listening acts as a powerful tool to reduce feelings of loneliness, shame, and isolation.
· It encourages Deeper Self-Exploration: When therapists reflect back emotions and paraphrase, it helps clients get in touch with their own feelings and move from discussing surface issues to exploring deeper underlying issues.
· It improves Treatment Engagement: Studies indicate that when patients feel genuinely heard, they are more likely to actively engage in their care, leading to higher satisfaction and better recovery outcomes.
· It provides Crucial Non-Verbal Data: Active listening involves paying attention to non-verbal cues such as facial expressions, tone of voice, and body posture, which allows therapists to pick up on feelings and thoughts that the client might not articulate.
What "Simple" Attentive Listening Involves
It is not merely hearing words, but a "sounding board" approach rather than a problem-solving one. Key techniques include:
· Undivided Attention: Removing distractions.
· Reflecting Back: Mirroring emotions and words to ensure accuracy and understanding.
· Using Silences: Allowing space for clients to process and continue talking.
· Non-judgmental Stance: Creating a psychologically safe space.
Research shows that even short sessions of active listening can produce positive emotional appraisal, reducing patient anxiety.
Hypnology
I have a long standing interest in Hypnology which is the scientific study of sleep and hypnotic phenomena. It is a field that explores the nature of sleep and the state of hypnosis, which is often considered a form of applied psychology. The term comes from the Greek roots "hypno-" meaning sleep and "-logy" meaning the study of.
Focus:
Hypnology investigates the various aspects of sleep, including sleep disorders, and the science of hypnotism.
Modern understanding:
With modern science, the study of hypnotism has shifted towards seeing it as a tool within applied psychology, rather than a phenomenon based on older, less scientific concepts.
Related fields:
It is related to and sometimes overlaps with other fields, such as Somnology, which is the scientific study of sleep, and sleep medicine, which focuses on the clinical study and treatment of sleep disorders.
Applications:
Hypnology can involve applications such as hypnotherapy, which uses hypnosis to help with issues like pain, stress, and anxiety, often in conjunction with other therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Hypnosis and Pain Management:
Hypnosis manages pain by inducing deep relaxation and shifting focus, quieting the conscious mind to access the subconscious for suggestion, altering the brain's pain perception by reducing activity in pain-processing areas, and reframing the emotional response to pain, thereby lowering its intensity and unpleasantness, often through guided imagery and self-hypnosis techniques. It teaches the brain to create distance from discomfort and can reduce anxiety, stress, and reliance on medication.
Hypnosis and Sports Enhancement:
Hypnosis improves sports performance by inducing deep relaxation and focus, allowing athletes to reprogram their subconscious for success through mental rehearsal, visualization, and positive affirmations, which boosts confidence, reduces anxiety, improves concentration, and helps overcome mental blocks, effectively bridging the gap between mental readiness and physical execution. It accesses inner resources to build mental toughness, allowing athletes to stay in "the zone" and perform optimally under pressure.
