When a client comes in for hypnosis, we start each session with a chat about what is going well for them and what they would like to change. Through this discussion we get a clear idea about the client’s goal for the session.
During actual hypnosis, clients sit comfortably and are gently taken into a relaxing trance. Clients can choose to listen to my voice or not, it really doesn’t matter, as the subconscious mind (which is the part of the mind we work with during hypnosis) is always listening.
Once in a relaxed state, I will use stories, metaphors and positive suggestions to help bring about positive change. This hypnosis can last anywhere from 10 minutes for children and up to 25 minutes for adults.
At the end of hypnosis clients are fully reoriented to the present.

To get the most out of hypnotherapy, clients are encouraged to use strategies and activities we discuss during sessions in the real world, to help embed positive change. These may be anything from relaxation strategies and techniques to practicing a new skill or self-hypnosis.

No, hypnosis is not intended to replace medical care, however, there are many conditions that benefit from the combined approach of hypnosis and medical care.

When working with clients that seek help with a medical condition, including acute or chronic pain, I always ask them to get the okay from their medical doctor before we treat the issue through hypnosis.

Being in hypnosis feels different for all people but many describe it as being like floating or day dreaming. The body usually feels heavy and relaxed and the mind usually feels quieter than usual.

Some people easily go into a deeper trance and will have little awareness of sounds around them while both their conscious mind and body deeply relax. Others will be more aware of what is happening around them and what is being said. The wonderful thing is that hypnosis happens in both cases. Like most things in life were all a bit different from one another and the experience will vary from session to session.

It’s important to remember that when in hypnosis (during a session or practicing self-hypnosis at home) we can always choose to bring ourselves out of trance if there is something that needs our attention.

I specialise in working with both adults and children to address various concerns including:

• anxiety
• stress
• chronic pain
• medically unexplained pain
• functional conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and fibromyalgia
• unhelpful habits such as smoking and vaping.

I utilise a variety of evidence-based techniques and therapeutic modalities tailored to the individual’s needs, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based approaches, and hypnotherapy, among others.

The duration of treatment varies depending on individual needs, goals, and the complexity of the issues being addressed. Typically, treatment is structured in sessions and progresses at a pace comfortable for the client. When clients book in for a free consultation, we discuss the expected number of sessions to see real positive changes.