Goldcrest Hypnotherapy

I am an award winning fully qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist and a Solution-focused NLP Mind Coach. I am also qualified in Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and EMDR therapeutic techniques.

I use a wide variety of advanced hypnosis and solution focused therapeutic methods to help you overcome the problems holding you back.

I trained at the Surrey College of Clinical Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy (SCCP) and the Institute of Leadership and Management.

I have a Master's Degree in Psychology from the Open University and have a Bachelor's Degree in Physiology from the University of Westminster. Both have given me a deep understanding of the mind and body.

I am registered with the National Council for Hypnotherapy and Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council, and I am an approved Anxiety UK therapist.

I have helped hundreds of clients overcome issues such as irritable bowel syndrome, phobias, anxiety, weight-loss, insomnia, stop smoking and low confidence.

I have also helped many professional and amateur sports people, including golfers, swimmers, tennis and football players, to improve their peak performance, develop a winning mindset and think like champions.

I appreciate what is right for one person might not be right for you. That's why it is important for me to get to understand your issues so I can make sure your therapy is customised and effective.

My goal is to provide a supportive and caring environment and be a source of hope and motivation to help you overcome your problems and improve your mental and physical well-being.

If you would like to discuss how I can help you overcome your problems, please click here to book your free 30-minute consultation.

My hypnotherapy journey began twenty years ago when I was managing a large team of about 30 staff.

I was working under constant pressure and an average of 60-70 hours a week. As a result, I became permanently anxious and unable to switch off.

I thought I could cope and learn to handle the stress. I just hoped things would get better. To tell the truth, I convinced myself that I would be alright and ignored the warning signs my body was giving me.

Sadly, things didn’t get better and I started having panic attacks and crippling stomach pains every time I ate. After a few months, I visited my doctor who told me I had Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). He prescribed medication but this only addressed the symptoms and not the root cause. After a brief period of relief, the panic attacks and IBS returned with a vengeance.

By chance my cousin suggested I try hypnotherapy who had found it helped with her IBS.

So I did what you are probably doing now and searched Google for a local hypnotherapist. I booked my first session not really knowing what to expect.

I was pleasantly surprised that most of the treatment involved feeling relaxed. This was my kind of treatment! I also really enjoyed having someone to talk to, who I could share my deepest fears and worries with. Someone who listened and didn't judge me.

After about four hypnotherapy sessions I was able to eat a full meal again without suffering the usual stomach cramps. My panic attacks were certainly becoming less frequent too.
To be honest I was overwhelmed with the progress I had made and results I was seeing.

Even though I had my IBS under control and the number of panic attacks were becoming less frequent, I decided it was time I addressed my constant state of anxiety.

So I had another three hypnotherapy sessions and managed to take back control of my life. I began to shift my outlook from ‘living to work’ to ‘working to live’ and restored my work life balance. I also found the courage to say “no” to my boss from time to time!

By now I was completely overwhelmed with hypnotherapy and decided to learn self-hypnosis to help me deal with a variety of issues including chronic migraines and pain management.

Because hypnotherapy had such a positive influence in my life, I wanted to share the benefits with others and became a qualified clinical hypnotherapist.

As you can see, hypnotherapy has been a huge part of my life for over 15 years, and I would love it to be part of your life too. I think having a hypnotherapist who has been in the other 'chair' is a real bonus. 

I believe everyone has the skills and resources needed to overcome our issues. I won’t tell you how to fix your problems because I haven’t lived your life. Only you truly know what it’s like to be you. But with a little inspiration from me, you will discover your solution.