What is Hypnotherapy?
Let me start by explaining what hypnosis is, because that's the thing that people often have the most questions about. Hypnosis, or trance, is a normal and natural state of focused attention. We all go into a state of trance many times over the course of a day when, for example, we're reading, watching something on TV, walking or driving a familiar route. In a relaxed state of trance, the subconscious mind is more open to suggestion. Hypnotherapists use trance to enhance therapeutic work by speaking directly to the subconscious mind. The subconscious mind is able to process everything explored in the session and take on board any helpful suggestions in a way that is right for the individual while in this relaxed state. In Hypnotherapy sessions, hypnosis is not something the therapist "does" to the client. Rather the therapist uses trance to facilitate the client's ability to take control themselves. It's a collaboration. You are in full control and can't be made to do anything against your will. With commitment to the process, hypnotherapy is a powerful tool in supporting positive change.
What is EFT?
EFT - often called tapping - is a gentle mind-body method that combines modern psychology with traditional Chinese medicine. By tapping on specific meridian points while focusing on a troubling thought or feeling, EFT helps calm your nervous system, release built-up tension and shift patterns that have been keeping you stuck.
It's evidence-based, it can be used for all the same challenges as hypnotherapy and many people find it incredibly freeing. It can be used both as a straightforward self-help tool to reduce unhelpful emotions as they occur daily, such as nervousness or irritation, or as a powerful therapeutic modality to explore and move forward from more deep-seated issues, such as PTSD, phobias and anxiety, and long-held limiting beliefs that are keeping you stuck.
Hypnotherapy and EFT are renowned for supporting clients with many challenges such as:
Anxiety and Related Issues
Weight Management
Stress
Low Mood
Self-Confidence
Motivation
OCD
Phobias
Sports Performance
Public Speaking
Smoking Cessation, and many others!
Disclaimer: Hypnotherapy is effective, however results cannot be guaranteed and may vary. Client commitment and a desire to change are important. See Terms and Conditions for more information.
Hypnotherapy and EFT for Anxiety
Anxiety is not a condition, it's a response. We all experience an anxiety response in certain situations. It's what keeps us safe and gets us out of bed in the morning. However, sometimes the anxiety response can become overpowering and this can lead to a myriad of outward symptoms including sleep problems, gut issues, panic attacks, phobias, hair pulling, nail biting and many more. Hypnotherapy and EFT can help by reducing the intensity of the emotional and physical and developing a more mindful approach to daily life, focusing on the present and setting small, achievable steps towards bigger goals. EFT can help calm the nervous system and the hypnosis, or trance part of the session creates a sense of calm, control and relaxation through visualisation and positive suggestion. Together, this is a powerful combination which can help people cope better with anxiety symptoms.
Hypnotherapy and EFT for Confidence
Confidence isn't something you either have or don't have. And it's not about being the loudest voice in the room. Rather, it is a deep-rooted belief in yourself, your abilities and your sense of safety and belonging in your own skin, and this is something that anyone can develop with the right support. Hypnotherapy and EFT help you let go of limiting beliefs and unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and, over time, can retrain the brain to allow for a more confident approach in all aspects of life. This is an area I am deeply passionate about after years of dealing with low self-esteem and impostor syndrome. I use the same tools and techniques I share with my clients in my own life to free me from these issues and I feel deeply honoured to help people find the confidence that I believe is everyone's birth right.
