Counselling Services
Counselling
Areas of counselling I deal with include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Low self-esteem
- Relationship difficulties (intimacy, communication, etc)
- Work-related issues
- Panic
- Anger
- Bereavement & loss
- Bullying & cyber bullying
- Career
- Separation and divorce
- Sexual problems
- Stress
- Weight control issues
Therapy offers you the opportunity to talk about what you may not be able to share elsewhere. I have witnessed repeatedly that once people have a safe, confidential space to express their experiences, they can manage their feelings more effectively. This emotional resilience often emerges through methods like clinical hypnotherapy, which can complement traditional counselling approaches. Many pressing issues stem from deeper historical conflicts; through trauma counselling, self-awareness can help break these patterns. People experience a wide array of troubles and joys, and I believe anyone can benefit from discussing what is meaningful to them and what they desire from their life.
I've worked with individuals from all walks of life, and I'm sensitive to the diverse values and lifestyles that people pursue in contemporary society. Our initial consultation will provide the space to see if we can work together effectively. I believe it is crucial for you to feel at ease with the therapist you choose. During this session, we can discuss how therapy works, answer any questions you may have, and I will gather some background information about you. We will then meet weekly for our agreed length of time, with each session lasting 50 minutes.
Depression Therapy
Depression can make it difficult to enjoy life and engage in activities you once loved. Counselling, including clinical hypnotherapy and depression therapy, helps you to overcome depression and develop a more positive outlook on life. Trauma counselling can also be an essential part of this journey.
Trauma Counselling
Trauma counseling can significantly aid in overcoming the effects of traumatic events. Through counseling, including techniques like clinical hypnotherapy, you can heal from the psychological impact of trauma, such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your experiences and develop effective strategies to move forward, making it an essential part of effective depression therapy.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision offers healthcare practitioners the chance to reflect on and review their clinical practice, including discussions on individual cases related to clinical hypnotherapy, counselling, depression therapy, and trauma counselling. This process helps identify necessary changes or modifications to practice that ensure both professional and public safety.
Clinical Hypnotherapy
When combined with cognitive behaviour therapy, this approach is highly effective in the treatment of a wide range of issues, including addictions, anger management, phobias (such as fear of flying or spiders), panic, blushing, sports performance, muscle training, sexual dysfunction, insomnia, weight control, stress management, exam revision, writer’s block, and more. Additionally, I offer clinical hypnotherapy for clients seeking counseling, including those interested in depression therapy or trauma counseling. I also provide clinical hypnotherapy for individuals of a spiritual nature wishing to explore healing through previous lives.
Stop smoking in one session
For those who are ready to quit smoking right now, we offer a 90-minute clinical hypnotherapy session. During this session, we will build a complete history of your smoking behavior, utilizing techniques similar to those used in counseling and depression therapy, before breaking that habit cigarette by cigarette. This approach can also be beneficial for individuals seeking trauma counseling.