Hypnotherapy

 My main area of interest is anxiety and stress, and how these show up in daily life, relationships, and the body.

Hypnotherapy sessions may be helpful for support with:

• Anxiety and chronic stress
• Emotional regulation and overwhelm
• Working with children and young people
• Selective mutism (as part of a wider, supportive approach)
• Menopause-related changes, including anxiety, confidence, and sleep
• Support with managing weight and changing long-standing habits

Each area is approached carefully, realistically, and without pressure or promises of quick fixes.

Sessions are structured, collaborative, and paced to suit you (or your child).

We will:

• Talk through what’s been happening and what support feels appropriate
• Use focused attention techniques and therapeutic language to explore patterns of thought, behaviour, or response
• Work on developing alternative ways of responding that feel manageable and supportive
   

Everything is explained clearly. You are always in control and free to pause, ask questions, or stop at any point.

When working with children, sessions are adapted to be age-appropriate, gentle, and supportive.

Support for selective mutism is offered carefully and with clear boundaries, often alongside other professionals where appropriate. The focus is on reducing anxiety and supporting communication at the child’s pace, rather than forcing speech.

I have completed specialist training in selective mutism, including Maggie Johnson’s Selective Mutism training, which informs a calm, anxiety-aware, and evidence-based approach.

Parents and carers are included in the process in a transparent and collaborative way, with clarity about what hypnotherapy can and cannot offer.

Most people describe hypnotherapy sessions as:

• Calm
• Focused
• Grounded
• Reassuring
   

There is no expectation to “go deep” or to feel a particular way.
The approach is adapted to the individual, not the other way around. 

Hypnotherapy may be suitable for adults or children who:

• Are experiencing anxiety or stress
• Prefer a calm, structured therapeutic approach
• Value clarity, choice, and professional boundaries
   

If you’re unsure whether hypnotherapy is appropriate for your situation, you’re welcome to ask.