About me
Hello, I'm Katie, a fully qualified and accredited Solution Focused Clinical Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist (HPD, DSFH, BA Hons) based in Potton, Bedfordshire. I work with clients locally and online, supporting people who feel anxious, overwhelmed, stressed or stuck in unhelpful patterns of thinking.
I specialise in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, a modern and evidence-based approach that combines talking therapy with hypnosis to help people move forward and create lasting positive change.
Rather than analysing problems from the past, this approach focuses on understanding how the brain works, reducing stress and building healthier thinking patterns so that you can begin to feel calmer, clearer and more in control of your life.
How I can Help:
Many of my clients come to see me when they are experiencing things such as:
-Anxiety and stress
-Overthinking and overwhelm
-Low confidence or self-esteem
-Sleep difficulties or insomnia
-Panic attacks
-IBS and stress-related symptoms
-Low mood
-Unhelpful habits or behaviours
Together we work towards helping you feel calmer, think more clearly and regain a sense of control and confidence in everyday life.
What is Solution Focused Hypnotherapy?
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy combines practical talking therapy with guided hypnosis.
During sessions you will learn:
-how your brain responds to anxiety and stress
-why overthinking and negative thinking patterns develop
-practical ways to calm the mind and reduce stress
The hypnosis part of the session allows the mind to relax deeply, helping positive suggestions and new neural pathways to develop.
Most clients find this part of the session extremely relaxing and often the highlight of the session!
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a fully qualified clinical solution focused hypnotherapist (DSFH) (HPD) trained by CPHT (Clifton Practice Hypnotherapy Training), the gold standard in hypnotherapy training. I am registered with the AfSFH and NCH and am fully insured and hold an enhanced DBS. I’m based in Potton, Bedfordshire, supporting people locally and online.
I specialise in helping people who feel:
-anxious and overwhelmed
-stuck in negative thinking or overthinking
-stressed or burnt out
-low in confidence
-struggling with sleep or motivation
I’m incredibly passionate about the solution focused approach because I’ve seen first-hand how powerful it can be in helping people regain control of their thoughts, emotions and lives.
I originally trained as a teacher and taught in schools for a number of years. I was led to Solution Focused Hypnotherapy myself when I went through a low time in my life. I felt alone and confused, lacked confidence and had a very negative mindset, overthinking every situation. Over the years I had tried a few different therapies, all of which had involved discussing the past, something I hadn’t found beneficial in any way. I knew I wanted to move forward, not dwell on the past. I stumbled across a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist in my local area, purely by coincidence. After only 6 sessions with her, my mindset had completely changed, I was able to make confident decisions and I found a new found sense of self worth in myself. I will forever be grateful to the therapist and to solution focused hypnotherapy for helping me to change my life around, something I aspire to do with my clients. I soon realised that it was time for me to move on from teaching, and what better way to do so than to start my Solution Focused Hypnotherapy training with CPHT, a decision that has absolutely changed my life.
I am a firm believer that we have little power of what has happened in the past or will happen in the future but we have complete power over how we respond. Once we come to realise this and change the way we look at things, the things we look at also seem to change. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy enabled me to do this and it can for you too.
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 National Council for Hypnotherapy holds one of the largest registers of independent Hypnotherapists in the United Kingdom and strives to maintain the highest standards among its members. There is an agreed Code of Conduct, an established Complaints & Disciplinary Procedure and all members are obliged to maintain comprehensive Public Liability & Professional Indemnity Insurance, maintain regular CPD (continuing professional development) hours, and attend Supervision when needed.
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.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
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
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Fees
£85.00 per session
Additional information
Sessions & Appointments:
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy sessions are typically held weekly and last around one hour. Each session includes solution-focused talking therapy followed by a relaxing hypnosis session.
Sessions take place at my therapy cabin in Potton or onlie via Zoom.
Initial Consultation
During this session we will:
-discuss what has been going on for you
-explore what you would like to change or improve
-explain how Solution Focused Hypnotherapy works
-help you understand how stress and anxiety affect the brain
By the end of the consultation you will have a clear understanding of the therapy process and what working together would look like.
Initial consultation
up to 1 hour
£40
Pay per session
1 hour
£85
Block of 6 sessions
6 x 1 hour sessions
£480
Block of 8 sessions
8 x 1 hour sessions
£595
The number of sessions varies depending on the person and what you would like help with.
Some people notice improvements quite quickly, while others benefit from a longer period of support.
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy works best when sessions are attended regularly and consistently, allowing positive changes to build over time.
Payment can be made via bank transfer, cash or debit/credit card.
48 hours cancellation policy. Whilst I appreciate that life happens, if you can no longer attend an appointment, then a minimum of 48 hours’ notice is required. Anything between 48-24 hours’ notice will be charged a 50% session fee charge. For anything less than 24 hours’ notice, full payment (100% of the session charge) will be taken or a session deducted from your block booking.
Block bookings are non- refundable.
When I work
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Further information
Alongside running my practice, I am also involved in supporting other therapists through supervision, mentoring and CPD training.
I am passionate about the solution focused approach and have seen first hand how powerful it can be in helping people create real and lasting changes in their lives.
