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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
Using Solution Focused Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy, I work with you to help change your life.
I work with clients via Zoom, helping them deal with anxiety, illness and pain management, calm pregnancy and childbirth, panic attacks, insomnia and confidence issues to name but a few. I have a good track record working with people in the sports performance arena and have worked with top athletes.
I've been a hypnotherapist since 2007 and I love seeing the positive change in my clients and I'm happy to say I've received positive acclaim for my work in the national press.
I'm a Senior Lecturer at the Clifton Practice Hypnotherapy Training school and teach on their Conversion course, which enables previously trained hypnotherapists to gain a diploma in the Solution Focused approach.
I helped set up the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH) and was a Trustee and Director for its first four years and, for a few years, was subsequently their Chair. In 2022 I was awarded a Fellowship by the AfSFH for my contribution to solution focused hypnotherapy and hypnotherapy in general.
Hypnotherapy is a naturally occurring 'trance' that you already enter many times a day! You remain awake and in control. It's a very relaxing and enjoyable experience that engages the subconscious mind, enabling you to make changes that you have been unable to do with your conscious mind.
Please do call me for a chat if you feel I can help you put in place beneficial change.
Training, qualifications & experience
I trained at The Clifton Practice (CPHT) in 2007. COHT is a recognised Centre of Excellence for hypnotherapy and I was taught by the 'Founder' of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, David Newton.
I hold a Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy (DHP) and the Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma (HPD), which is the first nationally accredited hypnotherapy qualification, awarded by the NCFE National Awarding Body and is considered to be the gold standard in hypnotherapy training. I also undertake regular Continual Professional Development, such as working with alcohol and drug addiction, calm childbirth, pain management etc.
I'm registered with the National Council for Hypnotherapy and the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy.
I've been a Hypnotherapy Supervisor since 2012 and hold a Level 5 Diploma in this respect.
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 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.
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.
Other areas of hypnotherapy I deal with
I have worked with numerous clients helping them deal with the symptoms and side-effects of life threatening illnesses and illnesses such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Fibromyalgia, as well as helping clients manage their Myalgic Encephalopathy (ME).
Most of my clients come to me with some form of anxiety, from spider or flying phobias through to panic attacks or general anxiety. Anxiety can cause all sorts of side effects such as insomnia and/or negative feelings. I've seen a growing number of teenagers and youngsters in this area in recent years!
Over the years I've worked with sports professionals, including top athletes and amateurs alike.
Therapies offered
Fees
£85.00 per session
Additional information
I am happy to have a no obligation, free of charge chat on the phone to answer any questions you may have.
Initial consultation - £85
A preliminary and informal discussion (60-75 mins)
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy - £85
A series of sessions agreed at initial consultation (55-60 mins)
Stop Smoking Sessions - £210
One 2-hour session to help you quit smoking including motivation MP3 download and back-up support.
The cost of these sessions is negotiable under certain circumstances if money is a problem.
When I work
Online sessions although usually run with a waiting list.