Yellow Bird Cognitive Hypnotherapy

General information

Please tell me what Cognitive Hypnotherapy is?

Cognitive Hypnotherapy uses the clients own natural trance state to assist in uncovering the feelings, thoughts and memory patterns that lead to a problem and which continue to maintain it.
Cognitive Hypnotherapy is a versatile technique used to modify these patterns so that the client is able to control their own behaviour.
Each client’s problem, phobia or fear is formed uniquely, even when universal label given to it is shared by many people. Consequently, each client will require different, bespoke treatment techniques; connected together by a pattern of suggestion based on their own way of thinking. This leads to a long term tailor made solution.

How is Cognitive Hypnotherapy different to general hypnotherapy?
Classic Hypnotherapy is usually used as a ‘one-size-fits-all’ type of therapy. It uses generic scripts to assist in altering behaviour.
Cognitive Hypnotherapy is flexible and moulded to the client’s specific needs. It also uses NLP techniques, Positive psychology, Gestalt and CBT to build up tailor made treatment sessions especially for the individual client.

What can Cognitive Hypnotherapy be used to help with?
I can help with so many different things as Cognitive Hypnotherapy is so flexible. Here is a brief list of issues, but it is by no means exhaustive.
Anxiety and stress
Depression
Panis disorders
Low self-esteem/ Lack of confidence
Weight loss and management
Pain
Eating disorders
Phobias and fears
PTSD
Smoking cessation
Addiction
Anger management
IBS

What can I expect during a session?

Firstly, I understand that it is completely normal to feel apprehensive attending your first session. Because Cognitive Hypnotherapy may be new to you I will ensure that I always answer your questions to help you feel in control and comfortable.
You can be confident that I will always provide you with a highly professional, contemporary service. I am a member of the both the NCH and the QCHPA, which means that I am committed to working at the highest standards, continually updating my professional development and adhering to their strict code of ethics.
I will conduct sessions sensitively and at your own pace in a relaxed manor. Many clients describe Cognitive Hypnotherapy as being in a daydream, or zoning out, where they are able to feel both relaxed and yet curious. It is a subjective experience dependant on the work which we are doing. A deep trance is not always necessary for Cognitive Hypnotherapy to be effective.
At times some of my questions may challenge you and this can induce an emotional response. My intention is to find the solution that you desire and I will always put your (emotional and physical) safety first. You will be free to explore your personal issues within a confidential, safe and non-judgement environment.
During your first session we will discuss in detail the issue(s) you are seeking help with. We do this for a number of reasons; so that I can build up a picture of how you experience your problem, why you do what you do and how does it affects you. I also need to understand exactly what it is that you would like to achieve in the future and what you would also like to gain from our sessions. Knowing these very personal details allows me to tailor make the subsequent sessions unique only to you and your circumstances.
This first session may last between 60 and 90 minutes. Following sessions usually last around 60 minutes. I ensure that our sessions are relaxed so it is quite possible that they may over run slightly.

How much do the sessions cost?
Adults are £60 per session
Children £50 per session
This price includes any downloads I design for you to listen to between sessions. It also includes any materials I choose to give to you to assist with your treatment.

About me.
I qualified as a Cognitive Hypnotherapist at the highly respected Quest Institute of Cognitive Hypnotherapy, held at Regents University, London. I am currently working towards the Master Practitioner qualification under the expert tuition of Trevor Silvester, Quest Institutes founder and pioneer of Cognitive Hypnotherapy.
I enjoy working with people, helping them to be the best that they can possibly be, finding ways to assist them in living the life they choose to live. My approach to Cognitive Hypnotherapy is relaxed and realistic, ensuring clients feel in control of their own lives. I have had life changing results from visiting a Cognitive Hypnotherapist myself and feel total confidence in its positive outcomes.
I qualified as a Staff Nurse in 1994 and my career focused on acute medical nursing and then women’s health. I was a Smoking Cessation Nurse Adviser for GSK and then spent time as a medical sales representative. I have also had the privilege of working as a volunteer for charities such as The Samaritans and food bank agencies.
My most challenging and yet most rewarding role is that of mother to my two young children. I live with them and my husband in Cambridgeshire.