About me
Hello, I'm Lisa, a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist based in Kingston-upon-Thames. I work with clients online and one-to-one. I'm in my 50's and I've lived life enough to understand how much can land on your shoulders during midlife.
Hormones and sleep can be unpredictable. Anxiety creeps in, your mind won't switch off and your body may no longer feel familiar. Children leave home, ageing parents need more support and work or relationships can change. Somewhere along the way, you might find yourself wondering "where has the old me gone?"
If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone. And you don't have to stay feeling this way.
I believe it's possible to feel more like yourself again, even when life has changed. With the right support and some practical tools, you can learn to manage anxiety and overthinking, rebuild your confidence, approach problems differently and develop a more accepting relationship with yourself, your body and your mind.
I work with women before, during and after menopause helping them navigate the emotional challenges of midlife and find a way forward that feels right for them. I'm also developing additional support for common menopausal issues, including hot flushes and disrupted sleep, to complement rather than replace advice and treatment from your GP or other healthcare professionals.
My approach combines Hypnotherapy with elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and practical breathing techniques. Together we explore what's keeping you stuck and build a personal toolbox of techniques you can use in everyday life. There's no pressure to change everything overnight. Sometimes, small steps really can make a big difference.
Alongside this work, I'm also passionate about helping people stop smoking and vaping, supporting them to make changes that last.
If you feel ready to book or if you have any questions, do contact me on 07752 520244 or email hello@focusforwardhypnotherapy.co.uk. I offer a free 20-minute call to new clients to discuss
Training, qualifications & experience
After a number of years working in the travel industry I changed direction and retrained as a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist with the UK College of Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy, London (Hypno-CBT®).
Hypno-CBT® is accredited by the British Psychological Society. Also accredited by NCFE, BPS, GHR, NCH and REBHP.
Since qualifying I have continued to grow my skills with additional training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Smoking/Vaping Cessation, Insomnia and Self-Hypnosis.
Member organisations
Federation of Holistic Therapists
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
£65.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
£80 for initial 90-minute consultation/assessment
£65 for subsequent 60-minute sessions.
Some evening or weekend sessions available upon request
Quit smoking or vaping introductory price £150 (limited places available)
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