Sometimes, no matter how much we want to stop a negative habit, willpower alone is not enough. We may be fully aware of the harmful effects of our repetitive behaviour and tell ourselves that we really should ‘stop’, but before we know it we’ve done it again. The following case study shows how hypnotherapy provides […]
In addition to my private practice, I also work with the Hospital Hypnotherapy Service at Cardiff’s University Hospital of Wales. This service was set up to provide a free hypnotherapy service to people having chemotherapy. The team of Clinical Hypnotherapists all hold diplomas from the prestigious Clifton Practice School of Hypnotherapy and are registered with CNHC and the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. […]
The following case study demonstrates how hypnotherapy can make a real difference to a person’s life. Joan is a singer. She sought help through hypnotherapy to improve her self-esteem and reduce anxiety, in particular pre-performance nerves. She was particularly concerned about remembering the words to her songs and speaking with confidence to her audience. On the day of […]
In my last blog I talked about the fundamental differences between stage hypnosis and hypnosis in a therapeutic context. Here are some more common misconceptions surrounding hypnotherapy and hypnosis. Myth – A hypnotherapist will control your mind Fact – A person having hypnosis is participating by choice and is in full control at all times. […]
There are many misconceptions surrounding hypnotherapy and hypnosis. Hypnotherapy is sometimes feared or under estimated and the thought of hypnosis can make some people feel pretty wary, imagining that they will lose control, ‘go under’ or be under the control of the therapist. In this blog and the following I will reveal some of the most […]