Hypnotherapy works by gently 'rewiring' the mind so that it changes the way it reacts to whatever is bothering you. As an example, it can stop the brain from going into panicky 'fight or flight' mode when you're in a stressful situation.

It provides a safe haven from anxiety, stress and trauma, and in many cases, can eradicate the response you want to get rid of completely. In other cases, even being able to 'dial down' the response can make a significant difference to how well you are able to cope with life.

There are four main reasons people book a session with me over other hypnotherapists.

Experience: I have now completed more than 5,500 hypnotherapy sessions with clients from all over the UK and further afield.

Approach: I am personable, focused and easy to get along with. If we're not a good match, I'll say so, as I only want to work with people I wholeheartedly believe I can help.

Training: Before I saw my very first client, I had completed more than 1,000 hours of training. As I have added new tools to my skillset, this has now increased to more than 2,000.

Results: I am highly results-focused and want you to feel like you can move on from whatever is holding you back in the fewest possible sessions.

Anxiety is regulated by a part of your brain called the amygdala. It reacts to events that it rightly or wrongly perceives to be threatening. And you can’t simply turn this response off just by thinking about it.

When anxiety strikes, a reaction called the amygdala hijack automatically and unconsciously takes over.

Unfortunately, this reaction is often completely disproportionate to the ‘threat’ at hand.

Clinical hypnotherapy can help you feel better by giving the mind a new place to go the next time you're faced with a situation that currently bothers you. The goal is to swap your response – which can help eliminate stress-related headaches, worries, palpitations and panic attacks.

First and foremost, it directly targets the amygdala. The key here is that whilst other therapies, such as CBT, may try and reassure you logically that you’re OK, this approach doesn't silence the amygdala. This small but incredibly influential part of your brain will still react – leaping into panicky 'fight or flight' mode.

Some of the techniques I use, such as Havening, directly target the amygdala, helping you to be calmer.

One of the key benefits of anxiety hypnosis is that it is highly customised to you.

Unlike medication, which tends to be a one-size-fits-all solution once your GP has decided on appropriate treatment, an experienced clinical hypnotherapist will tailor your session to your precise needs.

This is exactly what I do for each client. We will discuss your background and anxiety triggers, the intensity of your attacks, and the outcomes you would like to experience.

Other benefits of hypnotherapy include:

• It is very gentle and doesn’t involve you having to relive anxious experiences.
• It promotes relaxation and stress control.
• It promotes individual empowerment and control.

The hypnotherapy techniques I use target the amygdala directly, which is why they work. The events that currently trigger your anxiety are neutralised.

They lose their emotional power to impact you.

Because of this, you stop reacting in the way that you once did to the trigger event(s). This means you feel calmer and more in control. As a result, many clients report a reduction or a complete elimination of:

• Panic attacks
• Blushing
• Trembling
• Hyperventilating
• Rapid heartbeat
• Headaches, muscle pains and digestive issues
• Feeling nervous and on edge
• Negative self-talk
• Difficulty concentrating
• Feeling worried all the time
• Catastrophising

During your session, I will also give you:

• Tools to help you dial down any stress and anxiety you feel on an ongoing basis.
• Techniques to help you change what you’re saying to yourself in your head. Your 'mental chatter' is probably negative and self-limiting at present – making you vulnerable.
• The ability to fundamentally change the negative pictures you put in your own head of things going badly. When you do this, it's known as 'catastrophising'.
• And I’ll give you some really useful and powerful techniques to help you imagine, maybe for the very first time, how you want to be when you next encounter a situation that typically makes you anxious.

This depends on your background and what we have used in previous sessions for anxiety (if you've had any). As well as clinical hypnotherapy, the four main tools at my disposal are Havening, Time Line Therapy, NLP and TFT.

I have enjoyed considerable success with all of these, both individually and in various combinations.

Given the current cost of living crisis, I am offering 10% off my standard fee. A potentially life-changing 1-1 session with me today costs just £320 +VAT per 90-minute session (most hypnotherapists' sessions are only 50 minutes long).

There is no extra fee for my pre-prep work, such as my analysis of your pre-session briefing questionnaire.

Additionally, every new client benefits from a free 20-minute consultation by phone.

Yes. Anxiety has many faces, and while different types of anxiety may appear quite distinct, they always come back to a fear or trauma of some kind.

For that reason, the anxiety hypnotherapy we offer is applicable across all kinds of anxiety, including:

• Social anxiety – feelings of intense anxiety and discomfort when in the presence of others (or anticipating meeting people). Video and telephone calls may be an issue, too.
• GAD (Generalised Anxiety Disorder) – everyday anxiety that can seem ever-present. You'll likely know that you just don't "feel right" any more.
• Performance anxiety – such as when you anticipate having to speak up in a meeting or give a speech. Feelings of utter dread and fear can overwhelm you.
• Relationship anxiety – the challenges of dealing with difficult family situations can cause serious emotional trauma. Avoidance is a common by-product – meaning you start avoiding specific family members or 'trigger' situations.
• Separation anxiety – such as when leaving a loved one you are especially attached to. While more commonly seen in children, it can affect adults, too.

Rest assured, however, that your treatment will be 100% tailored to your unique circumstances.

Related to anxiety, I also offer specific treatment options for people who have PTSD, phobias, panic attacks and confidence issues.

Hypnotherapy is a type of guided therapy that helps people to achieve a state of calm and focus. During a session, people may be more open to changes about how they respond to things.

Contrary to common myth, there is no pocket watch to gaze at before being 'put under'. Nor are you under your hypnotherapist's control.

People who have been to see a clinical hypnotherapist like me tend to report that they felt calm and in control throughout.

Importantly, they also noted their ability to adjust their response to certain things that have been bothering them.

The skill of the hypnotherapist in guiding people through these changes is, therefore, critical. To help lead clients to the best possible outcome, I bring my many years of experience, plus thousands of hours of training, to every session.

People sometimes think that anxiety hypnotherapy seems too good to be true – that there must be a catch. How can it possibly undo years of torment?

This is understandable, as this type of therapy is quite different to medication you would get from a GP.

While success can't be guaranteed, our own case files show that anxiety hypnosis is incredibly effective in many cases. That's because it helps to change any old thought patterns and deeply held beliefs you have that are holding you back.

People commonly report that their anxiety has been greatly reduced or even eliminated after one or two sessions.

Hypnotherapy works well with other types of therapy, such as mindfulness and relaxation techniques.

When you sign up for a hypnotherapy session for anxiety at Fix My Mind, you're making a clear statement to yourself – and any loved ones you care to inform – that you're ready to change. A commitment to mindfulness, for example, can be similarly motivational.

Commitment is an incredibly important part of the process, as belief is integral to successful hypnotherapy treatment for anxiety. All anxiety hypnotherapists agree on this.

While hypnotherapy may well turn out to be the 'magic wand' you were looking for, it can also be viewed as part of a wider, holistic approach to managing your wellbeing. It can work alongside other lifestyle changes such as diet and nutrition, fitness, breathing exercises and more.

Booking is easy – please just fill in the contact form, or call me on freephone 0800 122 3073.