Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique that uses focused attention and deep relaxation to support psychological change. In this state, attention is narrowed, distractions are reduced, and people are often more receptive to insight, imagery, and therapeutic suggestion.
Clinical hypnotherapy is not stage hypnosis. You remain aware, in control, and able to speak or stop at any time. Hypnosis is a natural state that many people experience daily — such as becoming absorbed in a book or drifting just before sleep.
When I use hypnotherapy, it may support work with:
- Anxiety and phobias

- Habit change and addictions
- Trauma symptoms
- Pain and psychosomatic concerns
- Sleep difficulties
- Confidence and performance issues
Hypnotherapy is always used responsibly, collaboratively, and only where it is clinically appropriate. It is most effective when integrated within broader therapeutic work rather than used as a stand-alone technique.
“Hypnotherapy is a type of mind-body intervention in which hypnosis is used to create a state of focused attention and increased suggestibility in the treatment of a medical or psychological disorder or concern” – en-wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypnotherapy
How Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy and Counselling Work Together
Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all model, my approach is integrative and responsive.
Depending on your needs, therapy may involve:
- Counselling to stabilise and support current challenges
- Psychotherapy to explore deeper patterns and emotional roots
- Hypnotherapy to access subconscious processes and reinforce change
Some people work primarily in one modality, while others move fluidly between approaches over time. The pace and direction of therapy are guided collaboratively, with attention to safety, readiness, and your personal goals.
Evidence-Informed and Trauma-Aware Practice
All work in my practice is grounded in contemporary psychological understanding and trauma-informed principles. This means:
- Prioritising emotional safety and consent
- Respecting your nervous system and capacity
- Avoiding re-traumatisation
- Working at a pace that feels sustainable
Hypnotherapy, when used, is applied carefully and only where it supports the overall therapeutic process.
What to Expect
Therapy sessions provide a confidential, non-judgemental space to explore what matters to you. Sessions may involve conversation, reflection, emotional processing, skills-based strategies, or guided experiential work, depending on the approach being used.
You do not need to know in advance which type of therapy is “right” for you. This is something we can explore together in the early sessions.
Is This Right for You?
These approaches may be helpful if you:
- Feel stuck in repeating patterns
- Are struggling emotionally or psychologically
- Want to understand yourself more deeply
- Are seeking change that feels meaningful and lasting
If you are experiencing acute crisis or require immediate support, I will discuss appropriate referrals or emergency options with you.
Next Steps
If you would like to explore psychotherapy, counselling, or hypnotherapy, you’re welcome to book an appointment or arrange a complimentary introductory session. This offers an opportunity to ask questions, discuss your needs, and decide whether this approach feels like a good fit for you.
You may also wish to explore:
- Our Therapeutic Approach
- What We Help With
- Hypnotherapy Explained
- Online Counselling