Trance is a state of awareness where it becomes possible to tap into those deep unconscious resources we all possess, allowing us to make desired changes. To be in a trance does not mean to be asleep, although it can sometimes look that way, but in fact the opposite is true.  Studies of the brain activity of people in trance have revealed an increased level of alertness. So rather then it been a sleep it is actually a state of focus. Everyone has experienced trance many times, though most people don't know it as trance. We all go in and out of this state several times a day. Have you ever found yourself so engrossed in the storyline of a movie or book, to the complete exclusion of the room and people around you? That is an example of trance that most people can relate to.

Healing by trance is among the oldest phenomena known to man and is found, in one form or another, in virtually every culture throughout the world. It is an enormously useful therapeutic tool. Once in a state of hypnotic relaxation, the subconscious mind is able to absorb information, suggestion and other content which bring about therapeutic changes. Suggestions (direct and indirect), therapeutic interventions, visualisation and language structures are utilised in this state, so you can achieve something you want, or something that will benefit you, and in this hypnotic state, that acceptance goes even deeper than it would in non-hypnotic states.  Since the subconscious mind is a deeper-seated, more instinctive force than the conscious mind, when accessed, therapeutically, many desired behavioural and cognitive changes are achievable.

So we can see that really hypnosis, in clinical hypnotherapy, is the focused use of trance to reprogram self-limiting unconscious patterns. It is a perfectly natural, relaxing and enjoyable state that can make the world of difference to breaking the cycle of habits, reducing anxiety, lifting depression, overcoming fears, phobias and more.

SFBT is one of the fastest growing approaches in psychotherapy and with good reason. It is acknowledged as a brief and effective treatment for a wide range of conditions in fields such as mental health, social care, education and business.  SFBT is a short term goal-focused therapeutic approach which focuses on helping individuals change by constructing solutions rather than investigating problems.

A core belief is that people have the strength, wisdom and experience to effect change and the key to change is found by looking at what has worked in the past, what is working now and what can be done differently moving forward. The approach is particularly effective in treating depression and anxiety disorders and can bring about rapid change.

The length of treatment is normally under ten sessions but can vary. Fears & phobias or getting over a traumatic experience can generally be dealt with in two or three session. As part of the approach a free CD will be provided to listen to in your free time. This is an important part of the treatment as it ensures, between sessions, the mind stays focused and comes up with solutions.