About me
About me
I work with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or held back by anxiety, stress, low confidence, unwanted habits or the challenges that life can bring.
Sometimes people come to hypnotherapy because they have tried other approaches but still feel as though they are going round in circles. Others simply know that something needs to change, but aren't quite sure how to make that change happen.
This is where I can help.
My approach is practical, positive and focused on helping you understand what is happening in your brain, rather than making you feel that there is something wrong with you.
What is Solution Focused Hypnotherapy?
One of the things I particularly value about Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is that it looks towards the future. We spend less time dwelling on everything that has gone wrong and more time exploring what you want instead, what is already working and how you can build on it.
I draw on Solution Focused techniques, neuroscience and hypnosis to help you develop a better understanding of your thoughts, emotions and behaviours, and to give you practical tools that you can continue using outside our sessions.
Training, qualifications & experience
My route into hypnotherapy came from my own interest in how the brain responds to pressure, change and uncertainty.
Before becoming a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist, I worked in a fast-paced media environment where deadlines, expectations and the pressure to perform were part of everyday life. It gave me a real understanding of how easy it is to become caught up in stress, overthinking and the constant feeling that you should be doing more.
When I began studying the neuroscience behind Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, I found that understanding the brain helped make sense of many of the patterns I had experienced myself. It also showed me that we are not simply stuck with the way we think or respond. Our brains are capable of change.
That understanding is central to the way I work today.
I aim to create a relaxed, supportive environment where you can feel listened to without feeling judged. I won't tell you how you should think or what you should do. Instead, I'll help you understand your own patterns, recognise your strengths and develop strategies that work for you.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, stress, low confidence, an unwanted habit or simply feel that you have lost your sense of direction, our sessions are focused on helping you make meaningful changes and feel more able to cope with whatever life brings.
Areas I can help with
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can be helpful for a wide range of concerns, including:
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Overwhelm and Burnout
- Low confidence and self-esteem
- Depression and low mood
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Fears and phobias
- Chronic pain
- Smoking and vaping cessation
- Sleep problems
- Weight management
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- PTSD
I have a particular interest in anxiety, stress, confidence and motivation, as well as helping young people navigate periods of change and regain a sense of control in their lives , menopause and calm pregnancy and childbirth
You don't need to have everything figured out before you start. Sometimes the first step is simply recognising that you would like things to be different.
If you're ready to explore what could change, I'd be very happy to help.
Training, qualifications & experience
- National Council for Hypnotherapy: Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma (HPD)
- Clifton Practice Hypnotherapy Training Solution Focused Hypnotherapy Diploma (DSFH)
Member organisations
The Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH) was set up to provide information about a modern form of Hypnotherapy and its associated benefits to members of the public. The main aim of the AfSFH is to spread awareness of the benefits of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. Its secondary aim is to support Hypnotherapists in their businesses by encouraging good practice and self-care.
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.
Therapies offered
Fees
£90.00 per session
Additional information
We always start with a 45-minute, free initial consultation so you can ask questions and decide whether a solution-focused approach is right for you. This can either be done remotely or in-person at our friendly practice room in central Chelmsford.
