Richard Thompson
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About me
Hi I'm Richard, a qualified and fully insured Solution Focused Hypnotherapist.
Are you ready for change in your life, but don't know where to start?
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (SFH) is a type of ‘talking therapy' that focuses on the present and desired changes for the future.
This type of therapy can help with:
- Confidence and self-esteem issues
- Issues such as stress, depression, anger and anxiety, panic attacks
- Chronic pain conditions
- Phobias
- Insomnia
- Addictions
- Painful memories and traumatic experiences
- Relationship/marital difficulties
- and many more...
SFH is only interested in the past for the positive memories, skills and resources which may be helpful establishing a solution and give it longevity. It is made up of two therapeutic approaches, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy.
I can work with clients in person from my therapy room in Silsden (West Yorkshire) or remotely this is completely up to you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have a background in Holistic Therapy working as a Remedial Masseur for over 20 years. I qualified at the Royal National College for the Blind in 1986, with a secondary qualification from Craven College in 2000.
I have always looked to provide a balanced approach to my treatments, focusing equally on the possible psychological contributory factors as to why a physical presentation had started or kept re-occurring. A treatment would always include discussing with a client how: their thoughts about their physical problem, the presence of anger, depression or anxiety in their lives could be intensifying or prolonging their pain and discomfort.
At the beginning of 2021, I decided to focus more on the psychological aspects of the treatments that I provide. I began studying Solution Focused Hypnotherapy and enrolled on a course provided by the Clifton Practice Bristol. I have now qualified and gained the Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma and Diploma of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. I am registered with the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH) and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) and have full insurance through the Federation of Holistic Therapists.
This was a journey I wished I'd started 20 years earlier.
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.
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
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
£30.00 - £60.00
Additional information
The Initial Consultation will be charged at £30.00
Sessions after this will be charged at £60.00
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