Cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy:
an evidence-based approach to meaningful change.

Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy, or CBH, is an evidence-based approach grounded in psychological research. My training is in Hypno-CBT®, which brings together cognitive and behavioural psychology, mindfulness and a modern approach to hypnosis.

In my approach, hypnosis isn’t used as a standalone technique. We first develop a psychological understanding of what is happening, what may be keeping the problem going and what is most likely to help. Hypnosis is then used as part of that wider therapeutic work, helping you focus your attention, use imagery and rehearse new responses.

You can also learn self-hypnosis skills to continue practising for yourself between sessions.

Hypnotherapy may be helpful if you want to understand what is happening while actively practising new responses during and between sessions. You don’t need any previous experience or a special ability to be hypnotised.

Hypnotherapy isn’t suitable for everyone. During your initial consultation, we’ll discuss what you’re experiencing, any relevant health considerations and whether this approach would be appropriate for you.

Most people begin with six sessions: a 90-minute in-depth assessment followed by five 60-minute sessions.

Six sessions give us time to understand what is happening, begin working on it and review what is changing. Some people may benefit from further sessions, depending on what they need. We’ll talk about how many sessions you may need before we begin and review this together as we go.

The six-session package costs £600. You can pay in full or in two payments of £300.

The package includes your assessment and five further sessions, access to personalised resources in the Your Mind Works app and six months’ access to The Membership.

Hypnotherapy isn’t regulated by law in the UK, so training, standards and approaches can vary. It is worth checking a practitioner’s qualifications, professional registration and the approach in which they trained.

I hold a Level 5 Higher Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy, quality-assured by NCFE, with training approved by the British Psychological Society. I am also a Graduate Member of the BPS and a registered member of the National Council of Integrative Psychotherapists.

In-person sessions are available in North Warwickshire, within easy reach of Tamworth, Ashby-de-la-Zouch and Burton upon Trent.

Online hypnotherapy is also available across the UK if you would prefer to meet from home.

We’ll begin by agreeing what to focus on and what you want to be different. Depending on what will be most helpful, the session may include discussion, psychological techniques, mindfulness, hypnosis, imagery, suggestion, mental rehearsal or learning self-hypnosis.

You’ll be actively involved throughout. Most sessions last 60 minutes, with the initial in-depth assessment lasting 90 minutes.

No. The cognitive-behavioural approach understands hypnosis as focused attention, not unconsciousness or someone else taking control.

You remain aware and involved, and hypnosis doesn’t remove your ability to think, speak or choose how you respond. It often feels similar to becoming deeply absorbed in a film, book or activity while still knowing where you are and what is happening.

Yes, Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy can work well online. Hypnosis uses your own attention and imagination, so your therapist doesn’t need to be in the same room.

We’ll meet live on Zoom, and you’ll have access to personalised hypnotherapy recordings, self-hypnosis guidance and resources inside the Your Mind Works app. Whether online sessions are suitable for you is something we can discuss during your consultation.

Hypnotherapy is confidential, and what you share is treated with care and respect.

There are limited exceptions, such as when there is a serious concern about your safety or someone else’s, or when information must be disclosed by law. I’ll explain confidentiality before we begin and, wherever possible, discuss any concerns with you first.