About us
Welcome to Halifax Hypnotherapy Clinic, the region’s dedicated hypnotherapy centre, co-founded and led by John Lowson and Natalie Hardcastle. Conveniently based in Shelf and ideally positioned between Halifax and Bradford, we provide private, discreet, face-to-face sessions in our clinic, as well as secure online therapy for clients across the UK and internationally.
As experienced practitioners, senior lecturers, and clinical supervisors, we combine genuine empathy with modern, neuroscience-informed solution-focused hypnotherapy. Unlike traditional approaches that dwell on past problems or relive past distress, solution-focused hypnotherapy concentrates on your future goals, leveraging your natural strengths and practical mindset tools to help you move forward.
How We Can Support You
We work collaboratively with adults and young people to support positive, sustainable personal progress, including:
- Stress & Everyday Anxiety Management: Calming an overactive nervous system, reducing tension, and cultivating emotional balance.
- Confidence & Self-Esteem: Overcoming self-doubt, public speaking anxiety, and imposter feelings to thrive in personal and professional life.
- Habit Change: Supporting practical change for unwanted patterns, including smoking and vaping cessation or eating habit awareness.
- Healthy Sleep Routines: Quieting a racing mind and restoring relaxing sleep patterns.
- Fears & Mindset Blocks: Building calm composure and reframing persistent worries.
- Life Transitions & Motivation: Setting practical, forward-focused goals to help you regain control and purpose.
We offer transparent, client-led care. We believe therapy should be empowering, flexible, and completely transparent:
- No mandatory long-term packages: You are always in control of your journey and session frequency.
- Choice of practitioner: Choose between male and female clinical practitioners of equal qualification and seniority.
- Recognised standards: Awarded Best Hypnotherapy Clinic (West Yorkshire) and Excellence in Hypnotherapy Training (GHP Holistic Awards), and rated among the top hypnotherapy practices in Halifax.
Location & Accessibility
Clinic Address: 12 Wade House Road, Shelf, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 7PB (accessible from Halifax, Bradford, Brighouse, Leeds, and Huddersfield with nearby parking)
Online Appointments: Available via secure Zoom video link throughout the UK and worldwide.
Training, qualifications & experience
Both John and Natalie hold the NCFE Level 5 qualification in Clinical Hypnotherapy and Supervision—the highest level of independently accredited hypnotherapy qualification recognised in the UK.
In addition to seeing private clients weekly, they supervise a network of over 70 qualified hypnotherapists across the UK and serve as lead trainers and senior lecturers, educating the next generation of practitioners.
John Lowson | Clinical Hypnotherapist, Supervisor & Senior Lecturer
HPD – Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma
SFHD – Solution Focused Hypnotherapy Diploma
DSFH – Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy
SF SUP (Hyp) – Accredited Solution Focused Clinical Supervisor (Level 5)
MNCH (Acc.) – Accredited Member, National Council for Hypnotherapy
MAPHP – Professional Member, Association for Professional Hypnosis and Psychotherapy
Lead Trainer & Senior Lecturer, Solution Focused Training Academy (SFTA) & NCH
Natalie Hardcastle | Clinical Hypnotherapist, Supervisor & Senior Lecturer
LLB (Hons) – Bachelor of Laws
HPD – Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma
SFHD – Solution Focused Hypnotherapy Diploma
DSFH – Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy
DHP / Acc. Hyp – Diploma in Hypnotherapy & Psychotherapy
SF SUP (Hyp) – Accredited Solution Focused Clinical Supervisor (Level 5)
MNCH (Acc.) – Accredited Member, National Council for Hypnotherapy
MAPHP – Professional Member, Association for Professional Hypnosis and Psychotherapy
CNHC Registered – Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (accredited register approved by the Professional Standards Authority)
Lead Trainer & Senior Lecturer, Solution Focused Training Academy (SFTA) & NCH
Member organisations *
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.
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 we 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 we deal with
Regression and Past Life Regression
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Upcoming events
Fees
£80.00 - £380.00
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
We are committed to clear, straightforward pricing with no hidden tie-ins or forced block bookings. You decide how many sessions you need.
Initial Consultation & Onboarding (Approx. 60 mins): £80
Ongoing General Hypnotherapy Sessions (40–50 mins): £80 per session
Smoking / Vaping Cessation Package (Comprehensive 2 x 1-hour sessions): £380
Appointment Times & Surcharges:
Standard fees apply to standard daytime clinic hours. Please note that evening and weekend appointments are subject to a surcharge due to high demand outside regular operating hours.
When we work
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Further information
Clinic Address: 12 Wade House Road, Shelf, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX3 7PB (convenient access with nearby parking from Halifax, Bradford, Brighouse, Leeds, and Huddersfield)
Online Appointments: Available via secure Zoom video link across the UK and internationally.
We are on the main Halifax to Bradford Road and served by 5 bus routes.
