About me
Hypnotherapy in Carlisle & Canonbie – Helping You Feel Calmer, More Confident and in Control
Hello, I'm Lorraine, a qualified Solution Focused Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist offering hypnotherapy in Carlisle and Canonbie, as well as online hypnotherapy throughout the UK.
If anxiety, overthinking, fears, phobias, poor sleep or low confidence are affecting your everyday life, hypnotherapy can help you make positive changes and feel more like yourself again.
I help people with a wide range of difficulties, with particular experience in areas including:
Anxiety, stress and overthinking
Fears and phobias, including emetophobia and fear of flying
Panic attacks and health anxiety
Low confidence and self-esteem
Insomnia and sleep problems
Menopause-related anxiety, stress and sleep difficulties
Unwanted habits
Weight management
Stop smoking
You may have been struggling for years, or perhaps something has changed recently and you have realised that you don't want to carry on feeling the way you do.
Whatever has brought you here, taking that first step can sometimes feel daunting. My approach is friendly, supportive and non-judgemental, and our sessions focus on helping you move towards how you want to feel and the life you want to be living.
How Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy combines psychotherapy with hypnosis and focuses primarily on the present and your future, rather than requiring you to repeatedly revisit difficult or painful experiences from your past.
We work together to understand what's happening, identify the changes you'd like to make and help you develop new, more helpful patterns of thinking and behaviour.
The aim is to help you feel calmer, more resilient and better able to cope with life's challenges.
Hypnosis itself is a natural, deeply relaxed state. You remain aware and in control throughout the session. Many of my clients find this part of the process particularly enjoyable and relaxing – I sometimes describe it as a "massage for the mind."
What happens when you contact me?
I offer a free 20-minute introductory telephone call, giving you the opportunity to tell me briefly what you'd like help with, ask questions and find out whether you feel I am the right therapist for you.
There is no obligation to continue.
If you decide you'd like to work with me, we begin with an Initial Consultation. This gives us time to explore what has brought you to hypnotherapy, what you would like to achieve and how I may be able to help.
I'll also explain, in straightforward terms, how the brain can contribute to problems such as anxiety, negative thinking and unwanted behaviours – and, importantly, what we can do to help change those patterns.
You'll also receive my relaxation recording to use between sessions.
What happens during hypnotherapy sessions?
Our subsequent sessions combine Solution Focused talking therapy with hypnosis.
During the talking part of the session, rather than concentrating on everything that has gone wrong, we'll begin noticing what's going well, the changes you're making and the small steps that can move you towards your goals.
This is followed by hypnosis, where you can relax comfortably while I use guided imagery, positive language, suggestion and metaphor to support the work we've been doing together.
Sessions are positive, relaxed and collaborative, and clients often tell me they begin looking forward to this time each week.
Hypnotherapy in Carlisle, Canonbie and Online
I offer face-to-face hypnotherapy in Carlisle, Cumbria and Canonbie, Dumfries and Galloway, making my practice accessible to clients from across the surrounding areas.
I also provide online hypnotherapy, allowing you to attend sessions from the comfort of your own home wherever you are in the UK.
If you're unsure whether hypnotherapy is suitable for what you're experiencing, you don't need to decide before contacting me.
Book a free 20-minute introductory call and we can have an informal conversation about what's happening, what you'd like to change and whether I may be able to help.
Sometimes making that first call is the beginning of a very positive change.
Training, qualifications & experience
- HPD - Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma
- DSFH - Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy
- DIP CST - Diploma in Counselling Skills & Theory
- Cruse Bereavement - Foundation Course
- BA - Events Management
- PGCert - International Management and Leadership
- CNHC - Complimentary & Natural Health Care (registered) Council (Recognised by the NHS and many private health insurers)
- NHC - National Council for Hypnotherapy (member)
- PVG/DBS Checked
- Insurance - Holistic Insurance Services
- Supervision -I undertake regular training and supervision to ensure that I am fully up to date with all new evidence and research.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI)
- Neuroscience
- Mindfulness
- Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Fertility
- Working with Children
- Calm Pregnancy and Childbirth
I am currently studying for the following counselling qualification, Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice (Prof Dip, Psy C.) which, will allow me to expand the services that I offer to include psychotherapeutic counselling
Member organisations
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 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.
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
Fees
£45.00 - £250.00
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
- I offer a free introductory telephone call - 20 mins
- Initial consultation (Includes my relaxation Download) - 50 mins (approx.) £45
- General Therapy Sessions - 50 mins (approx.) £70 in person or £65 online
- Stop Smoking Session (Includes my relaxation Download) - 50 mins x2 £250 (deposit required)
Introductory Call: During the free introductory call you will have an opportunity to find out more about how I can help you and to ask any questions you may have. It is also an opportunity for you get a sense of how comfortable you feel whilst talking with me and to decide if I'm the right therapist for you.
Initial Consultation: This is a valuable part of the treatment journey and allows you to talk about what has brought you to therapy and what you would like to achieve from it. It also provides an opportunity for me to explain how the brain works, in easily understood terms, giving you an understanding of why you are experiencing the problem and what we can do about it (Not required for the Stop Smoking Session)
General Therapy Sessions: Following the initial consultation, we will work together for a number of weeks using positive psychotherapy and hypnosis techniques to help you gain the long-term results you’re looking for and be the best you can be. The number of sessions required will depend on a number of factors but as a general guideline for anxiety disorders the average is between 8 and 12 sessions and phobias are 4 (including the initial consultation).
Stop Smoking Session: Completed over two sessions and consists of information gathering to explore what you like/dislike about smoking, an explanation of how the brain works in relation to forming habits such as smoking and is followed by hypnosis
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Further information
Reviews These are a few examples of reviews received from clients:
Anxiety/ low self-esteem I went to Lorraine after searching online for someone I felt could help me to address my anxiety and low self esteem. Lorraine has been superb in helping me achieve my goals that I didn’t think were possible! Lorraine is easy to talk to, very honest and loves her job. Cannot thank her enough.
Anxiety
I was a wee bit sceptical before trying hypnotherapy but it’s made a huge difference to my mindset. I’ve struggled with bouts of anxiety and a tendency to overthink, but it’s amazing how much more resilient I feel as a result of Lorraine’s work. Cannot recommend her enough!
Emetophobia I had struggled with emetophobia for over 10 years, and after a few courses of therapy, I didn't expect anything to change. My sister found Lorraine, and I will admit I was sceptical at first, but now I wish I had found Lorraine earlier. My experience was so positive and I never felt judged or misunderstood. She is amazing at what she does, and could make anyone feel comfortable so I could not recommend her more. I can confidently say I have gotten over my phobia, and have grown more confident and am now ready to tackle any challenges life throws at me. Thank you so much Lorraine for helping me change for the better!
Insomnia
I cannot recommend enough, I suffered from bouts of insomnia for years but from the first session Lorraine relaxed me and I started sleeping better. A very professional and relaxing therapy.
