Confidence is something we all admire in others—and wish we had more of ourselves. It’s that quiet, grounded belief that you can handle whatever comes your way. But for many people, self-doubt and negative inner talk keep that feeling just out of reach. As a hypnotherapist, I see this every day. People come to me saying things like, “I know I’m capable, but something inside me keeps holding me back.”  And that “something” often lies in the subconscious mind—the part of us tha

Conquering the Fear of Spiders: Can Hypnotherapy Help? It's that time of year again where spiders seem to find their way into our homes. For some this is the time of year there absolutely dread because they suffer from arachnophobia. The sight of a spider is enough to send some people into a full-blown panic. This reaction, known as arachnophobia, is one of the most common phobias worldwide. While many of us experience mild discomfort or fear when encountering a spider, for

By Susan Coombe, Certified Hypnotherapist Over the past few years, I’ve seen more and more clients come to me wanting to stop vaping. Many started vaping to quit cigarettes, believing it was a healthier option — only to find themselves hooked on a new habit that feels just as hard to break. As a hypnotherapist, I understand how frustrating that can be. You might genuinely want  to quit, yet something deep inside keeps reaching for the vape anyway. That “something” is the subc

Hypnotherapy vs. Stage Hypnosis: The Power of the Mind for Healing vs. Entertainment Hypnosis is an artful skill and science that uses...

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Food is something that brings people together, a source of joy, comfort, and cultural identity. But for some, food can also be a source...

I am regularly contacted by people with this question, "Can Hypnotherapy help with this?" My answer is generally a yes. Because the list...

When we get stuck in the fight-or-flight response, our nervous system remains in a heightened state of stress, even when there is no...

Confidence is the cornerstone of personal and professional success. Yet, many of us grapple with self-doubt, fear of failure, and...

In the quest for weight loss, sugar addiction is one of the most formidable obstacles many people face. Sugar cravings can derail even...

For many, the thought of stepping onto a plane can provoke a deep sense of dread. The fear of flying, or aviophobia, is a common anxiety...

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges affecting people today. In a world filled with constant stressors—whether it...

What is rest for you? I’m not talking about sleeping or necessarily sitting and doing nothing. Resting isn’t about being lazy. I'm...

I rarely tell people what I do when I’m out socialising. Why? Because people have very fixed ideas about hypnosis and hypnotherapists. The first reaction I get is “Oh, don’t look into her eyes!” If I had a penny for each time I have heard that one! The next thing people say is “So, does it actually work?” I tell them that I have been doing this job for almost 15 years and a large proportion of my clients come to me via recommendation, so yes it works but not only does it work

How many times have you been looking forward to an event and then backed out at the last minute? Maybe a work Christmas party or a...