Trauma and PTSD

Hypnosis for anxiety and stress relief. Hypnosis can change your mindset and help you overcome limiting beliefs. The tree of life can be your freedom. As a therapist, I often encounter curiosity and sometimes scepticism about hypnosis. Many people wonder if it’s just a stage trick or if it has genuine therapeutic benefits. The truth is, hypnosis is a powerful and versatile tool that can help with a variety of issues. You only have to look at stage hypnosis to see how powerfu

Whilst there are some who will state that regulation in the field of various therapies doesn't matter, I strongly disagree. Not because I don't think there aren't amazing therapists out there but because of the amount of clients who come to me after seeing someone who quite clearly has no idea what they are doing. I am not the only therapist to have experienced this. It seems to be getting worse. The first mantra for all therapists is 'do no harm'. With the increasing number

Hypnotherapy and Phobias: Overcoming Fear Through Deep Inner Power Phobias are intense and irrational fears of specific objects, situations, or activities, often leading to avoidance behaviour and significant distress. While conventional treatments like exposure therapy and cognitive-behavioural techniques (CBT) are commonly used, Hypnotherapy and NLP (Neuro linguistic programming) offers a unique and effective approach to tackling phobias. Hypnotherap

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, stressed, or simply lost. Life throws countless challenges our way, and sometimes, we need a little extra help to navigate them. As a therapist, I've seen first-hand how transformative therapy can be. It’s not just for those in crisis; it’s a valuable tool for anyone seeking to improve their mental health and overall well-being. Let’s explore why therapy is so important and how it can make a difference in your life.

Suicidal feelings can be incredibly isolating and overwhelming. As a therapist, I have seen first hand the depth of despair that can lead someone to feel like there’s no way out. It’s crucial to understand that these feelings, as intense and painful as they are, can be addressed and managed with the right support and intervention. Here, I want to offer a compassionate perspective on understanding suicidal feelings and provide guidance on what steps to take if you or someone y

Losing someone you love to suicide is an experience that shakes you to your core. As a therapist, I have walked with many individuals through the aftermath of this heartbreaking loss. The feelings that arise can be complex and overwhelming, but there are ways to navigate through this difficult time. Here, I hope to offer some guidance and support for those grappling with such a profound loss. Understanding Your Grief Grieving a suicide can feel different from other types of l

When you are stressed or anxious, the body prepares for any possible danger to enable us to fight, or flee. Muscle tension is common with people who suffer from PTSD, Trauma, Stress or Anxiety. Tight muscles can also be a result of pain. We curl up in a ball and find it hard to relax. When your body is relaxed, stress anxiety and the symptoms of Trauma or PTSD are reduced, and the more you learn to relax and the more often you can do this – the more profound the results. In t

Often, well meaning friends and family will do one of two things when attempting to help someone who has suffered or is suffering from trauma. They may tell you not to think about it and think bout something positive, or they may suggest that you talk about it to get it out of your system. If you are unfortunate enough to suffer from trauma, you will know that neither of these are very helpful and can lead to frustration and a great deal of upset as those trying to help you t

Hypnosis by itself is just a state of mind, accessed easily even by yourself. It can be difficult to achieve this sometimes when you are anxious or afraid, which is why hypnotherapy is so wonderful. With a guide you can learn how to use this natural state of mind for relaxation, grounding, motivation, pain relief and much more! It is a state of intense focus (even though sometimes it may not feel that way) that helps us to clear the muddle from our minds. It gives us more c

Blast away those traumas.