Samantha Goddard

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Advanced Dip in CH, RTTP, NSPsy, MNCH (reg.)
Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14

About me

You look like you're coping, but inside, you may feel exhausted from carrying so much.

You're capable, responsible and used to being the person others rely on. You get things done, look after everyone else and keep everything moving.

But privately, things may feel very different.

Your mind doesn't seem to switch off. You overthink conversations, replay things you've said, worry about making the wrong decision or find yourself constantly thinking about what other people need.

You may find it difficult to say no, put yourself first or switch off without feeling guilty. You might be putting a lot of pressure on yourself to get things right, while wondering why you feel anxious, overwhelmed or simply not quite yourself.

Perhaps you've reached a point where you know something needs to change, but you're not sure how to make that change.

You don't need to try harder

When you've spent years being capable and keeping everything together, it can be easy to believe you simply need to cope better.

But sometimes the answer isn't another strategy, another book or trying harder to think positively.

Understanding why you think, feel and respond in the ways you do can be the starting point for meaningful change.

This is where I can help.

I work with women who want to understand themselves more deeply, feel calmer and develop greater confidence and trust in themselves.

Together, we explore the patterns, thoughts, emotions and responses that may be keeping you stuck. I tailor my approach to you, drawing on my experience in clinical hypnotherapy, RTT, EMDR and EFT, alongside practical techniques you can use in everyday life.

What could change?

Our work may help you to:

  • feel calmer and less overwhelmed
  • quieten the constant overthinking and worry
  • feel more confident in yourself and your decisions
  • trust yourself more
  • become less affected by what other people think
  • feel more comfortable setting boundaries and saying no
  • respond differently when life feels difficult
  • feel more resilient when you're under pressure
  • feel lighter, more present and more like yourself again

You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what's wrong or what you need. Sometimes you simply know "I don't want to keep feeling like this."

A little about me

I'm an Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist with over 20 years' experience working with people and six years in private practice.

My approach is warm, practical and highly personalised. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach or simply telling you what you should do.

As a mum of three and a business owner, I understand what it's like to carry responsibility, have high expectations of yourself and spend a lot of time looking after everyone else.

My aim is to help you understand yourself more deeply and develop the confidence, self-trust and practical tools to support yourself beyond our sessions.

Let's have a conversation

You don't need to decide whether therapy is right for you before getting in touch.

I offer a free, no-obligation consultation call where we can have a chat about what you're struggling with, what you'd like to change and what you'd like to achieve.

It's an opportunity for you to ask questions, get a feel for how I work and see whether you feel I could be the right person to help you.

If any of this sounds familiar, book your free consultation and let's have a chat.

Training, qualifications & experience

I’m an Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist, EFT & EMDR Practitioner and Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT®) Practitioner with over 20 years’ experience working with people and six years in private practice.

Before becoming a therapist, I trained and worked as a professional dancer. That experience gave me first-hand insight into the pressures of high expectations, perfectionism, self-criticism and performing under pressure. It also taught me how closely our thoughts, emotions and physical responses are connected.

Today, I bring that understanding into my work with women who may be capable and high-achieving but privately struggle with anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, perfectionism, overwhelm or the pressure to keep everything together.

I hold an Advanced Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy from the Surrey College of Clinical Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy and am also trained in Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT®), EMDR and EFT. I have additional qualifications in Nutrition, Weight Management and Nutrient Metabolism, Solution Focused Therapy and NLP.

I established my private practice in Sevenoaks in 2020 and tailor my approach to each individual, drawing on the therapeutic approaches most appropriate for what you want to change.

I am registered with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH) and the National Society of Psychotherapists (NSPsy). I am fully insured and hold an enhanced DBS.

My aim is not simply to help you feel better for a while, but to help you understand yourself more deeply, develop greater confidence and self-trust and build practical tools you can continue to use beyond our sessions.

Member organisations

CNHC
Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)

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.

NCH
National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH)

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.

Accredited register membership

Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
Accredited Register Scheme

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Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council

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.

Other areas of hypnotherapy I deal with

  • Emotional Eating and Weight Issues
  • Low Self Esteem & Confidence issues
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Health Anxiety

Therapies offered

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Fees

£130.00 per session
Free initial online session

Additional information

How We Work Together

We begin with a free, no-obligation consultation where we can talk about what you've been experiencing, what you'd like to change and what you hope to achieve. It's also an opportunity for you to ask questions and see whether you feel I’m the right person to help.

Most clients begin with four weekly sessions. This gives us the continuity to understand what's going on beneath the surface and begin making meaningful changes, rather than trying to address everything in a single session.

Your Initial 4-Week Support | £520

Your four-week support includes:

  • 4 × 75-minute personalised sessions
  • A personalised therapeutic recording to support your work between sessions
  • An EFT tapping video and practice guide
  • Email and WhatsApp support between sessions

Your sessions are completely personalised to you. Depending on what you're experiencing and what you'd like to change, I may draw on clinical hypnotherapy, RTT, EMDR-informed techniques, EFT, NLP and other therapeutic approaches.

After your initial four sessions, we'll review your progress and what feels right for you. You can continue weekly, fortnightly, monthly or simply book sessions when you feel you need them. Individual sessions are £130.

My aim is not for you to depend on me. It's to help you understand yourself more deeply, develop greater self-trust and confidence and build practical tools you can continue to use for yourself.

When I work

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Type of session

In person
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Types of client

Children (0-12)
Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
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Key details

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Samantha Goddard
Samantha Goddard