Cognitive Hypnotherapy is not traditional hypnotherapy. We utilise a wide range of techniques and approaches through a framework we are taught that allows us the flexibility to adapt our approach to you. Our approach allows us to work with the unique way in which you experience your problem. There are no scripts, no pre-defined session plans and we don’t treat the label, instead working at the deeper unconscious level where the root of your problems lies. You could think of it as your life experiences having hypnotised you into believing certain things about yourself that don’t serve you. We help to de-hypnotise you so you can believe what you choose to and create the life you want to live.

Cognitive Hypnotherapy can help resolve just about anything! Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low-self-worth, trauma, eating disorders, chronic pain, tinnitus, addiction, fears and phobias (and more)… or perhaps you are not sure who you are anymore and where you want to go in life.

Each of our therapists has specialist areas of interests, so check out their profiles and get a sense of who you feel you might best connect with.

To begin with, we spend some time listening to you. We want to really understand what it is you are struggling with, how it is impacting your life and what you would like your life to look like instead. We don’t talk over and over the bad stuff because that can make you feel worse, instead we get a sense of the problem you are experiencing and then work with you to resolve it.

We use tools and techniques tailored to your needs and work with you to resolve the root of the issue, as well as teaching you helpful tools along the way so you can live a more resilient life long after you finish working with us.

Yes, if you are comfortable with that. It’s not like the stage hypnotists on the television, we only need a light level of trance (you could think of it as relaxation) to be able to help you move forward. This gentle trance allows us to talk more directly to your unconscious (where the root of the problem lies) in order to understand what’s causing the problem that’s holding you back.

We use this trance state to guide you to a new, more helpful outcome, thought or behaviour – one that supports you rather than one that feels like it undermines you. Through the work you do with us you will develop an inner confidence that allows you to make the changes in your life you desire.

So, in essence, trance is simply a relaxed state that you can stop at any time simply by opening your eyes. You are always in control, we are just allowing your conscious mind to step back a little to allow us to do the work.

If you are uncomfortable with the idea of trance, that’s OK too. We have a range of other techniques we can use to help until you feel confident to give the hypnosis element of the work a go.

Here, the answer is less about the form of therapy and all about the trust we create as we work together. Yes, Cognitive Hypnotherapy is a very effective form of therapy, but outcomes ultimately depend on how we connect. This is why we offer the free 30 minute consultation so you can make an informed decision about how you choose to proceed.

In addition, what we do in sessions is only the start… your unconscious mind continues to process between sessions too and we will also provide you with hypnotic inductions to listen to outside of session, as well as quick, easy tools and technique to practice to enhance your resilience further.

Essentially, you are the one making the changes you want in your life. We are just your guide in how to do it.

Some people are and that’s OK. We’ll move at a pace that’s comfortable for you, so you’re always in control. If you’re not ready to talk about a particular thing, we’ll move on and come back to it another time.

If there’s anything practical you need that would help you feel more comfortable, then just let us know and we’ll do our best! For in-person sessions, you may like to have directions, information about parking, or photos of the therapy space – just let us know.

For online sessions you may, at first, want extra time to get familiar with the tech set up. Again, if you let us know we can allow that extra time and will be happy to talk you through connecting (on the phone as you get signed in) until you are comfortable.

Everything you tell us is confidential. The only instances in which we are required to share information is if we feel you are at imminent risk of harming yourself, or others. In such an (unusual) instance, we will always seek to talk to you first (if at all possible) before taking it further.

Between sessions you can text, email or WhatsApp message your therapist with questions or points you might like to raise or clarify. And whilst we cannot do therapy via these communication methods, we will respond as soon as we are able to and work through what needs to happen to resolve your enquiry.

When your therapist is on leave, or unavailable, details of how to get in touch with a member of the team are in the Working Agreement you receive when you sign up to work with us.

There are a couple of short forms to complete and return in advance of your first session, but that’s it.

Some people like to bring notes to remind them of the key points they want to cover, so feel free to do that should you wish to.

This depends on where you are based and what your preference is. If you are locationally close enough to your therapist to meet in person, you can choose to do that. Similarly, you might still choose to work with your therapist online (or do a blend of both) to allow you greater flexibility in scheduling your time. All we ask is that you let us know your preference when you book your session so we can appropriately prepare.

If you are not close enough to allow face to face appointments with your therapist you can work with them exclusively online. Both methods are equally effective.

This depends. Because every person is unique, there is no standard number of sessions. However, we are considered a ‘brief therapy’ so you will not be working with us for years on end!

Some clients work through the problem that initially brought them to us and go on their way after 6 to 8 sessions (for example). Others resolve the issue they came with and decide to continue working with us through a more therapeutic coaching approach because they want to do more.

It is up to you how far you want to take your therapeutic journey.

Each session last around 50-60 minutes.

We can offer evening and weekend appointments by arrangement. Let us know your constraints in terms of days and timings and we will always do our best to agree session times that are workable for you.

If you do require evening / weekend appointments you may need to book further in advance to secure your appointment as these slots are limited and allotted on a ‘first come, first serve’ basis.