How can I help?
For some of my clients the answer is reasonably straightforward. They have a challenge in their life and they need a little help to get through it. It could be they are feeling nervous about taking a driving test, have an important job interview or wish to overcome a fear of flying. For these clients I offer short, structured and solution-focussed therapy of between 1-3 sessions.
Others may seek my help for something in their life that is making them feel unbalanced or have a sense that they are not being the very best “self” they could possibly be. Here the work may be more involved and typically a client may see me for between 6-10 sessions, with an option to extend if we feel more time is needed.
About me
My work is person-centred and solution-focused. I try to create an environment for my clients that is in the first instance warm and accepting. I’m grateful for the trust my clients place in me and honour that trust by working with them in a sympathetic and collaborative way to help them identify and solve the issues that may be causing them difficulties.
I am a trained hypno-psychotherapist, having received training from the NHCP and registered with CNHC.
About hypnosis
First the hocus-pocus. No waving pocket watch. Ever being standing in the queue waiting for a coffee and caught yourself drifting off to some faraway beach? That’s hypnosis. It’s a process where you remain in control.
The core of the work is psychotherapeutic; “the talking cure”, with hypnosis used as and when required. For some clients hypnosis may not be appropriate - indeed they may make a positive choice not to try hypnotherapy. For others it will be a very valuable part of the therapeutic process.
About therapy
I understand that for many people the biggest step they take in seeking help from a therapist is the very first one. The entire focus of my work is to make that important first step as easy as possible by putting you at ease and creating an environment where you will feel entirely relaxed and comfortable. Sessions are structured so that each client is free to move at their own pace.