Dove Hypnotherapy

✨ Unlock Your Potential with Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy ✨

Ever felt like something is holding you back, whether it's in your career, relationships, or athletic goals? Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy (SFH) is a powerful, evidence-based approach that helps you tap into your own strengths, boosting confidence and mental clarity. By combining therapeutic hypnosis with solution-oriented coaching, SFH works by focusing on the positive changes you want to make—not on past struggles.

Here's how it works:
🌱 Personal Growth: SFH helps break free from self-doubt and limiting beliefs. You'll gain clarity, embrace your goals, and start seeing paths to achieve them.
💼 Work & Career: Need to manage stress, improve focus, or enhance creativity? SFH strengthens mental resilience and helps you envision your next steps with confidence.
🏆 Sports Performance: For athletes, SFH can sharpen mental edge, enhance motivation, and even improve physical performance by reinforcing self-belief and visualization skills.

Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy is all about guiding you toward a mindset of possibility, progress, and achievement. Take control of your journey, transform challenges into stepping stones, and reach your full potential! ✨

Do you suffer with anxiety or the symptoms of anxiety? If you do, solution focused hypnotherapy can help you to overcome this by calming the primitive brain in conjunction with goal setting, improving sleep quality and focusing on the positives. You will see a real difference in a short period of time. If you would like more information please contact me for more information.

With 24 years of experience in secondary education I understand the stresses and anxieties that school can have. Whether its looking ahead to the next stage of education or work, social anxieties, friendships, organisational concerns or navigating life as a neurodivergent young person. Hypnotherapy is a great way to help with all of these concerns and more.

If you are at a crossroads in life and are wanting to take the path to a new challenge, new job, a relationship, managing stress or anxiety or ready to overcome a phobia or stop smoking/vaping then hypnotherapy can support the change. Contact me for a free initial consultation.

Schools and Charities...
If you are having a Christmas Raffle and would like a 'mind massage' voucher please comment below. The first 5 people to comment or message me I will post you out a voucher. This will be an online session so wherever you are based you can use this. Please share if you know of an organisation that might benefit from this.

Whatever your goal or something you want to try start now!

If you suffer with a phobia please read my latest blog on my website:

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Deciding on a therapeutic approach and a therapist can be a challenging.

Why Solution Focused Hypnotherapy?

* It focuses on moving you forward.
* We never revisit prior trauma.
* It is a combination of psychotherapy (talking therapy) where we will set achievable
goals.
* Hypnosis is a deep state of relaxation that enables the conscious and subconscious
mind to come together enabling you to get the most from yourself.

Why Dove Hypnotherapy?

* I am fully insured and hold an enhanced DBS.
* I am a fully qualified clinical hypnotherapist and psychotherapist.
* I completed my training through CPHT one of the most highly regarded training
schools in the UK.
* I am a member of the NCH and AfSFH.
* I have 23 years of secondary teaching so I am used to working with young people
and understand the concerns that they face in the modern world.
* I work with clients on a range of issues including: smoking/vaping cessation,
anxiety, depression. OCD, PTSD, food concerns, performance management, sports
performance, fears and phobias and more.

If you would like a free initial consultation please message me.

Ready to stop smoking/vaping? Tried before and just couldn't crack the habit? Want to enjoy Christmas without the additional cost? Hypnotherapy is a very successful way to support you in your journey to stopping smoking/vaping in one session. If you want help contact me now.

Contact me for a free initial consultation to find out how I can support you.

Whether your half term is starting or drawing to an end, Christmas is on the horizon!

The festive season is often filled with joy, but it can also bring added pressures that lead to stress and overwhelm. From family gatherings with people who may be challenging, to the pressure of gift-giving, and even facing the season after a loss or during a period of loneliness—it's not always easy.

At Dove Hypnotherapy we're here to help you navigate these emotional hurdles so you can experience the holiday season with peace of mind and resilience. This season, prioritize your well-being by taking small steps to manage your mental health and prepare yourself emotionally.

💙 How can SFH help?
- One-on-One Support: Personalized sessions to address what’s on your mind and help you feel more grounded.
- Practical Tools: Learn practical techniques to manage stress and regulate emotions, making those gatherings and expectations easier to handle.
- Safe Space for Grief or Loneliness: This time of year can amplify feelings of loss or isolation, and you don’t have to go through it alone.

Self-care isn’t selfish; it’s essential. Take a moment to breathe, reflect, and start building a foundation of support that’ll carry you through the holidays and beyond. We’re here to help you feel in control, supported, and ready to make the most of the season on your own terms.

🌟 Don’t let the holiday hustle steal your peace—take charge of your mental health with SFH. Book a session today and gift yourself the calm and clarity you deserve.

Let’s make this festive season one of joy, connection, and self-compassion. ❤️

Wedding speech, work presentation, interview. Whatever the event stress and anxiety can massively impact performance. Read my latest blog on my website to find out more @ www.dovehypnotherapy.co.uk

🌙 The Importance of Sleep: Why You Should Make it a Priority 😴

In today's busy world, sleep often takes a back seat, but it's essential for both physical and mental well-being. According to the NHS, adults need between 7-9 hours of sleep per night, yet about one in three people in the UK are sleep-deprived. While missing a little sleep now and then may seem harmless, chronic sleep deprivation can have serious long-term effects.

Here’s why prioritizing sleep is so important:

🧠 **Brain Function and Mental Health**
Sleep is crucial for our brains, improving memory, concentration, and decision-making. Lack of sleep can lead to problems like anxiety and depression. Studies have shown that poor sleep can increase the risk of developing depression by up to two times. Quality sleep helps regulate our mood and boosts cognitive performance, making us more focused and alert.

💪 **Physical Health**
Sleep is vital for our physical health, helping to regulate key body functions. If you regularly get less than six hours of sleep, your risk of heart disease increases by 48%. Sleep deprivation also makes it more likely to develop diabetes and obesity. During deep sleep, your body repairs cells, tissues, and muscles, which is essential for overall health and recovery.

⚖️ **Weight Management**
Sleep affects hunger and metabolism. When you don't sleep enough, hormones like ghrelin (which increases appetite) are boosted, and leptin (which signals fullness) is reduced. This makes you more likely to overeat and gain weight. Public Health England has linked disrupted sleep patterns to rising obesity rates in the UK.

🛡️ **Immune System**
Sleep strengthens your immune system. When you're sleep-deprived, your body produces fewer proteins that help fight infections and inflammation. According to Sleep Foundation UK, people who sleep less than seven hours a night are nearly three times more likely to catch a cold.

💤 **Tips for Better Sleep**
To improve sleep, create a consistent bedtime routine, avoid heavy meals and caffeine before bed, and reduce screen time. The NHS recommends relaxing before bed with activities like reading or taking a warm bath.

The bottom line? Sleep is essential for a healthy mind and body. By making sleep a priority, you'll improve your overall well-being and productivity.

💬 How many hours of sleep do you usually get? Share your tips for better sleep!

Contact me for an initial consultation to find out how hypnotherapy can help you.