About Me
I am a professional Clinical Hypnotherapist, Hypnoanalyst and Psychotherapist specialising in the relief of Panic Attacks, Stress and Anxiety Related Disorders, including Smoking Cessation. I am passionate about my work, and thoroughly enjoy helping my clients overcome their problems so that they can improve their lives for the better. My varied background and personal life experiences mean that I am able to work effectively, in a completely non-judgemental manner with people from all walks of life. I work full-time from my busy, successful Hypnotherapy Practice based in Chelmsford, Essex.
How I Work
I work in an eclectic style which means that I am able to use different styles of therapy,
methods and techniques to suit each of my clients. I believe that the client-centred approach
works best, as it enables me to give the best possible therapy to each client, as well as
allowing me to work in the most effective way with the presenting problem.
I favour an investigative style of working called Hypnoanalysis as it deals with the
cause and effect, helping the client to get to the root of the problem. Unlike most
symptomatic based therapies this method produces permanent relief from the problem.
Background Information
I have always been interested in people, psychology and the workings of the human mind,
so when my own personal life experiences eventually led me to discover Hypnotherapy, it was
a real revelation!
I suffered with my symptoms for many years, without even knowing that I was experiencing
stress, anxiety and panic attacks. I couldn't understand why I was constantly tired,
depressed and struggling with my weight. Despite my GP telling me on numerous occasions
that I was fine (blood tests were normal blah, blah blah...), I refused to accept that the
way I was feeling was normal. I had been searching for answers to so many questions about
myself for such a long time, that when I finally found them, the relief was immense.
At last, I had found out why I felt like I did, and this was all self-discovered... little
did I know that this was only the beginning of my journey to a better life.
Hypnotherapy helped me get better so I could start living my life to the full.
I can honestly say it was a truly life-changing experience... and I have not looked back since!
Qualifications & Training
Having completed a fully comprehensive year-long training course, I was awarded
my Diplomas in Clinical Hypnosis with Psychotherapy and Hypnoanalysis (DHP). The course was very high quality,
and focused on the safe and ethical application of clinical hypnosis during client-centred
therapy.
I then went on to do a further year-long advanced training course, and gained my
Advanced Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy (Adv. DHP).
I am very proud to say that I was trained by Terence Watts, one of the most renowned,
well-respected, experienced Senior Clinician's in the World of Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy.
Terence runs the Essex Institute of Clinical Hypnosis (EICH), and his school is accredited
by the Association for Professional Hypnosis and Psychotherapy (APHP). The training
courses he offers are amongst some of the best in the country, and as well as being an
International Lecturer and Presenter, Terence is a Published Author of Books and Manuals
about Hypnosis and Psychotherapy.
Professional Memberships
I am a registered member of the Association for Professional Hypnosis and Psychotherapy (APHP). Membership to this professional world-wide organisation means that I am bound by a Strict Code of Ethics, and am committed to a high level of professionalism, on-going training, and supervision ensuring that my clients always receive a safe, sound therapy.
I am also a registered Member of 'The NHS Directory of Complementary and Alternative Practitioners'. This means that GPs, Psychiatrists and other Medical Professionals have access to my details, and can confidently refer their patients onto me either directly through the NHS or privately.
More information regarding Complementary and Alternative Medicines and Therapies can also be found at their parent website, along with member listings of qualified and reputable Therapists.
Insurance
As a reputable, registered professional, I am required to have Professional Liability Insurance. A copy of my Insurance Certificate is on display in my Consulting Room so that my clients can rest assured they are in safe hands.
Formal Supervision
Formal supervision is a requirement throughout the industry, as it ensures that high standards of practice are maintained. This means that I have regular contact with my Supervisor who is an experienced Senior Clinician. This supervision provides me with a support network, giving me access to even more knowledge and experience.
Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Hypnotherapy is no different to any other therapy within the field of psychology. Research and development is on-going, and as a result new developments and techniques are constantly discovered. I am therefore committed to continually expand and update my knowledge within this area, and I regularly attend CPD Days in order to meet yearly training targets set by my governing body. This is beneficial to both my practice and my clients, as it means that I am always able to provide the best therapy possible. Please feel free to look at some of my CPD Certificates displayed in my Consulting Room, these include 'OCD and Anxiety Disorders Specialist' and a 'Diploma Specialisation in Psychosexual Disorders'.
Guarantee of Confidentiality
All my clients are guaranteed strict confidentiality, and all client notes and
records are kept secure and confidential at all times.
I am compliant under the terms of the Data Protection Act 1998.
For further information, please visit the
Information Commissioner's Office website.
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