Marnie James Clinical hypnotherapist CHP(NC) hypnotherapy hypnotist harley st lewis clinic

I am an Associate Member of The National Register of Hypnotherapists and Psychotherapists (NRHP) adhering to their codes of ethics at all times.

Initial Consultation

The initial consultation is the first time I will meet with the client, this is when, hopefully, a good working relationship can begin. If the client feels comfortable and relaxed, the client will be invited to tell their story in their own time in complete confidence. If the client wishes to proceed with therapy, a program will be discussed, agreed and drawn up with the client for future therapy sessions.

My approach to Therapy

As a therapist I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy teaches us that it is the way we think about situations and events and not the actual situations or events themselves that colour our vision. CBT teaches how to eradicate negative thoughts and replace them with more positive thoughts leading to positive feelings, emotions and behaviour. It teaches that we cannot always change situations etc but we can change the way we think about them.

My primary aim in therapy is to encourage each individual to recognise their own strengths and self belief of their abilities, then in turn experience these strengths and abilities through measurable and achievable tasks between therapy sessions. This enables the client to move on independently with much more confidence as they can measure and monitor their own progress. Goals will be discussed with the client, in the short term and long term and agree a realistic timeframe in which these goals can be achieved (constant monitoring will allow for adjustment, goals and timeframes are not set in stone).

If you want to make permanent changes to how you approach and lead your life, then CBT will show you that there are endless possibilities to achieving what you deserve and desire. Clients must come prepared to be part of their own therapy, it requires actively taking part in tasks in between sessions, being motivated and committed to achieve a successful outcome, there is no magic wand! Homework will be given at the end of each session and then discussed in the following session. This speeds up the process of therapy and also demonstrates to the client that they becoming more independent.

Combining hypnotherapy with CBT is a powerful way of reinforcing and helping new positive thoughts, beliefs and behaviours to become habitual (second nature). Clients will be encouraged to learn self-hypnosis and tapes may also be made by me and used in between therapy sessions, this helps with independence and progression throughout therapy.

Therapy with hypnotherapy lasts for one and a half hours and costs £75.00

Therapy for pregnancy/childbirth training lasts for two hours and costs £100.00