About me
Sammi Leese – Solution Focused Hypnotherapist in Sussex | ADHD-Trained & Menopause Support
I am a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Solution Focused Therapist, and fully accredited HypnoMenopause® practitioner. I work from my practice in Fittleworth and at Mill Yard, Petworth, and also offer online sessions. I am ADHD trained and have a strong understanding of how the ADHD brain works differently and how this can impact emotions, stress, sleep, confidence, and daily life.
I support teenagers and adults with anxiety, stress, low mood, overwhelm, sleep problems, PTSD, confidence issues, school and exam anxiety, menopause-related challenges, and emotional regulation difficulties. My approach is calm, supportive, and neuroscience-informed, helping clients move forward in a steady, encouraging way.
My work brings together an understanding of how the mind works with practical tools that help you feel more in control and more confident in managing everyday life. I use techniques such as CBT, NLP, visualisation, layered breathing, anchoring, and simple daily micro-steps that support meaningful, lasting change. Many clients describe my sessions as grounding, insightful, and easy to connect with.
How I Work
Sessions are clear and solution focused, supporting manageable, lasting change towards what you want your life to look like moving forward. We work collaboratively to shift unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and build healthier responses that support calm, clarity, and emotional balance.
Each session combines talking therapy with gentle hypnosis using positive suggestion to help your conscious and subconscious minds work together. Many clients report feeling more relaxed, more focused, and more confident, and often notice improvements in sleep, confidence, and daily routines within the first few sessions.
Who I Help
I specialise in supporting:
• Teenagers and adults experiencing anxiety, grief, low mood, sleep disruption, or emotional overload
• Young adults navigating social pressure, study stress, or life transitions
• Women going through perimenopause and menopause who want steadier mood, improved sleep, and greater emotional balance
• Parents who want to support their teenagers while strengthening their own wellbeing
• Individuals who want to build resilience, improve emotional regulation, or create healthier daily routines
• People with phobias who want to reduce triggers and rebuild a sense of safety
• Individuals living with PTSD who want to feel more in control and supported
• People with ADHD traits who want support with emotional regulation, stress, confidence, focus, and overwhelm
• Anyone who wants to understand their mind better and create more supportive daily patterns
Sessions are available face to face at my practice in Fittleworth or at Clinic 51 and Mill Yard, Petworth, as well as online. Whichever you choose, you will find a supportive, relaxed, and non-judgemental space where you can feel safe, comfortable, and understood.
Training, qualifications & experience
I trained with the Clifton Practice in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy and am fully accredited with the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH), the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH), and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC).
I am also a qualified HypnoMenopause® Practitioner, supporting women through perimenopause and menopause with a clear understanding of how hormonal changes can influence mood, anxiety, sleep, and emotional wellbeing.
Alongside this, I am ADHD trained, with a clear understanding of how ADHD traits can influence emotions, focus, stress, sleep, and confidence, and how supportive hypnotherapy strategies can help people feel steadier and more in control.
I regularly attend continued professional development to further my knowledge in neuroscience and the latest research around how the brain works, helping me to understand why we think, feel and respond as we do, and most importantly, what we can do to support positive change.
I also hold an Enhanced DBS.
My journey into therapy began over two decades ago through Reiki and later expanded into mindfulness, meditation, and neuroscience, each step driven by personal experience and a passion for understanding how people heal, grow, and thrive.
I now combine evidence informed hypnotherapy and psychological techniques to support emotional wellbeing, build resilience, and help clients move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
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
£80.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
I offer a free 15 minute initial phone consultation, giving you the opportunity to discuss what has been happening and to understand how I work before committing to sessions.
The Initial Consultation is approximately 60 minutes and is priced at £80. During this session, I will explain how the brain works in relation to your experience, giving you a clear and personalised understanding, along with practical tools to begin using straight away. You will also receive relaxation recordings and access to the A Peaceful Path app to support you between sessions.
Ongoing sessions are £80 and typically last between 60 and 90 minutes. These sessions are structured, supportive, and focused on helping you move forward with practical strategies and guided relaxation.
I also offer a six session programme at a reduced rate of £450 for those who wish to commit to a block of sessions.
Sessions are available in person in West Sussex or online via Zoom, offering flexibility to suit your schedule.
Current availability includes:
Clinic 51 – Tuesdays (9am to 5pm)
The Ramble, Fittleworth - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Friday 10am to 7pm
Mill Yard, Petworth – Brain Explained Workshops
If you are unsure whether this approach is right for you, I would be very happy to arrange a free call to talk things through.
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