About me
I’m Sarah. I’m a registered Integrative Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist. I integrate Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy to help with issues including Anxiety, Depression, Relationship problems, Low Self-esteem, Overwhelming emotions, Compulsive Disorders, Eating disorders, Panic attacks, Phobias, Addictive behaviours and more.
Everyone is entirely unique, and therefore there is no standard technique or process of working with clients. As an Integrative therapist, I have trained in a variety of approaches and draw upon these to tailor your therapy to suit you, focusing on achieving the results you are looking for.
Approaches I have received training in include: Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Person-centred, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Solution-focused, Polyvagal and Somatic (Body) therapies, Neurolinguistic programming (NLP), and Focusing. All the approaches and techniques I use are evidence-based, and underpinned by neuroscience, specifically neuroplasticity – the brain’s natural ability to rewire and reorganise.
Taking a healing-oriented approach means that therapy we do together targets symptoms and neurological pathways in the brain by focusing on the core emotions, body sensations and nervous system responses that are connected to them.
Whatever feelings have brought you here - whilst it might not feel like it now - you already have all the resources to heal inside you. My role as your therapist is to act as a catalyst for your exploration and reconnection with these internal resources to make the changes you want, beginning by providing you with a warm, respectful, non-judgemental and supportive space where you can feel truly seen and heard.
Hypnosis & Experiential therapy
We humans tend to rely on our thinking brains to solve everyday problems, but when it comes to issues like trauma and deep-rooted behaviours, a cognitive approach isn’t very effective. This is because the root processes creating difficult emotions and behaviours are held in the middle part of our brains, which operates outside our conscious control.
This part of our brain speaks in the language of moving images, sensory memories, bodily sensations, and feelings, and is closely linked to our nervous systems. Through hypnosis, we can harness the imagination to heal itself.
Hypnosis is the formal use of the natural trance state we enter into multiple times a day when we feel completely absorbed in thought or an activity e.g. when reading, showering, driving, and daydreaming.
In this state, between deep relaxation and sleep, the subconscious becomes more receptive, enabling us to use your imagination to induce deep relaxation, strengthen your resources, explore new ideas, and rewire unhelpful processes, healing younger parts of yourself that hold onto them.
During hypnotherapy, you remain in control, able to move and communicate as normal. You will remember the experience, however, you may find changes surprisingly easy to make after the session, as your unconscious mind integrates the suggestions introduced in trance.
I frequently work with clients using Internal Family Systems (IFS). This highly intuitive approach views the mind as composed of multiple parts, each with its own perspective and qualities, often developed in response to life experiences. It helps individuals understand and heal these parts by fostering internal communication and compassion, particularly with those parts holding onto trauma or negative beliefs. By treating each part with curiosity and kindness, IFS facilitates the release of harmful patterns and promotes a harmonious and integrated self, enabling personal growth and healing.
I also work with clients to practise self-hypnotherapy, mindfulness and body-based grounding exercises such as breathwork to help regulate the nervous system more efficiently when experiencing fight, flight or freeze states.
I believe that in developing our ability to self-soothe and experience more self-compassion, we are better equipped to understand, accept and process our emotions, which has a profound effect on our sense of freedom, life fulfilment, and relationship with ourselves and others. My role is to guide and support you in getting to exactly where you want to be.
I look forward to working with you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
- Certificate in Hypnosis and Psychotherapy CHP(NC) – Awarded by the National college of hypnosis and psychotherapy (NCHP).
- BA (Hons) Degree, University of Westminster.
- Diploma, Oxford Brookes University.
Selected Trainings
- Putting Polyvagal Theory Into Practice With Deb Dana: Essential Strategies for Creating Safety and Connection With Trauma Clients, PESI, UK.
- Treating Trauma with Internal Family Systems Therapy: Step-by-stepprocedures for healing trauma, anxiety, depression and more – PESI, UK.
- IFS Intuitive Drawing Foundation Workshop, Ruth Culver.
- Treating Complex Trauma with Internal Family Systems (IFS) with Frank Anderson, MD – PESI, UK.
- The Body Keeps the Score-Trauma Healing with Bessel van der Kolk MD PESI, UK.
- IFS for Couples training w/ Liz Phillips – IFSCA
- Anxiety, Depression & Shame Workshop with Mike Elkin & Ann Sinko – IFSCA
- Introduction to Shamanic counselling – City Lit.
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 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
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
£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Additional information
Initial 15 Minute Consultation - FREE
I offer a 15 minute phone or Zoom call to all new clients to help you get a feel for whether I am the right therapist for you. Choosing the right therapist for you is crucial to you getting the most out of the process as you can, therefore there is absolutely no obligation for us to work together after this session.
50 Minute Individual Therapy Session - £60
One to one therapy sessions are 50 minutes, and are currently held over Zoom or Google Meet.
Payment
I ask for payment to be made 7 days before your session, and accept cash (when in person), Paypal and Bank transfer. Please note, for confidentiality reasons, any digital payments will show on your account statements.
Concessions
I am passionate in my belief that therapy should be accessible to everyone, so do offer a limited number of concessionary rates for those experiencing genuine financial difficulties, these are charged at £40 per hour. Please contact me to discuss discounted rates.
Cancellation Policy
My cancellation policy is to charge the full fee for a no-show or cancellation within 24 hours, making exceptions for emergencies. This is standard practise for therapists, as the cancellation has prevented another client the opportunity for that session.
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