Vivien Hancock

About me
Hello, I’m Vivien, a qualified Solution Focused Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist and Executive & Wellbeing Coach.

I run New Leaf Coaching & Hypnotherapy, where I offer a warm, supportive and practical approach to helping people make positive changes in their lives.

Sometimes we can find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, stressed, stuck or simply not quite like ourselves. You may know exactly what you would like to change, or you may just know that you want to feel differently.

My role is to help you focus on where you want to be and the small, achievable steps that can help you move forward.

I use Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (SFH), a modern approach combining solution focused psychotherapy with hypnosis. Rather than spending a great deal of time analysing problems or repeatedly revisiting the past, our sessions focus primarily on your strengths, resources and the changes you would like to make.

I also explain how the brain can respond to stress and why certain patterns of thinking or behaviour can sometimes become difficult to change.

Understanding what may be happening can itself be incredibly reassuring and gives us a useful starting point for moving forward.

How I work
Sessions are collaborative, relaxed and focused on you.

We look at what has been going well, identify the changes you would like to see and gradually build on the positive steps you are already making.

Hypnosis forms part of the session and is a state of focused attention and relaxation. You remain in control throughout.

People may choose to explore hypnotherapy when stress or anxiety is affecting how they feel, when sleep or confidence has been disrupted, or when they want support to make positive changes to habits, behaviours or performance.

I have a particular professional interest in women’s wellbeing and the different stages of women’s lives, including times when hormonal change may affect emotional wellbeing, stress and everyday life. My role is to provide complementary emotional and wellbeing support rather than replace appropriate medical care.

I also enjoy working with people who want to strengthen confidence, resilience and performance, including professionals, leaders and people involved in sport.

My background
Before becoming a therapist, I spent more than 25 years working in the public sector in roles involving leadership, management, strategic planning, performance and organisational change.

That experience has given me a strong understanding of the pressures that can come with demanding careers, leadership responsibilities, managing change and balancing work with life outside it.

Alongside my hypnotherapy practice, I have Master of Science degree in Management, and I am an ILM Level 7 Diploma qualified Executive Coach & Mentor, which means I can also offer coaching or, where appropriate, combine coaching and hypnotherapy.

I continue to undertake professional development and have a particular interest in women’s health and wellbeing, stress, performance and supporting sustainable positive change.

Taking the first step
Finding the right therapist is important, so I offer a free 15-minute Discovery Call where we can have an informal conversation about what you are looking for, how I work and whether I may be the right person to support you.

I offer appointments face-to-face in North Wales and online, giving you the flexibility to choose the option that works best for you.

There is no pressure and no obligation to continue.

Sometimes making the decision to begin is the biggest step.

Change begins within.

I have a particular professional interest in women’s wellbeing and supporting women through different life stages and periods of hormonal change, with a focus on emotional wellbeing, stress management, sleep, confidence and resilience.

I also have a particular interest in workplace wellbeing, leadership and performance, drawing on my background in senior management and executive coaching, as well as grief and bereavement, behaviour change and personal development.

Standard 50-minute sessions are £80.

I offer a free 15-minute Discovery Call if you would like an informal conversation before deciding whether to book.

A free 45-minute Initial Consultation is also available. A £20 refundable holding deposit is required to secure the appointment, which is credited/refunded in accordance with my booking terms.

Packages are available for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, coaching and combined coaching and hypnotherapy programmes, offering options for clients who would prefer to book a programme of sessions.

I also offer a dedicated phobia programme where appropriate.

Full details of my current packages, prices and booking options can be found on the Fees & Packages page of my website.

I can offer flexibility around my working hours.

Please get in touch to discuss this further.

I understand that taking the first step towards seeking support can sometimes feel daunting, so I aim to provide a warm, welcoming and non-judgemental environment where you can feel comfortable and supported.

My approach is solution focused, which means we spend less time analysing the problem and more time exploring your strengths, resources and what you would like to be different. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to you, with a focus on achievable positive change.

Alongside my general hypnotherapy practice, I have a particular professional interest in women’s wellbeing, including supporting women through different life stages and times of hormonal change. I am committed to continuing professional development in this area and to providing complementary emotional and wellbeing support alongside appropriate medical care where required.

My background in senior management and executive coaching also means I have a particular understanding of workplace pressure, leadership, performance, managing change, confidence and maintaining wellbeing alongside demanding professional responsibilities.

I offer appointments face-to-face in North Wales and online, making sessions accessible to clients further afield.

If you are unsure whether hypnotherapy, coaching, or a combination of the two may be right for you, I offer a free 15-minute Discovery Call. This gives us an opportunity to have an informal conversation, for you to ask any questions and to decide whether you feel comfortable working with me.

I work within professional and ethical guidelines, undertake regular supervision and ongoing professional development, and place confidentiality, client wellbeing and professional standards at the heart of my practice.

Change begins within.