Many clients with a physical condition seek the support of a Hypnotherapist or NLP Practitioner.  Hypnosis and NLP has been shown to have a positive benefit to clients with physical conditions, either by way of an improvement to symptoms, or their emotional response to the condition. 

Hypnotherapy and NLP are complementary therapies and can be used alongside medical treatment rather than being an alternative.

Eczema

Pain management

Psoriasis

Insomnia

Irritable bowel syndrome

Migraines

Weight management

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Often, physical conditions are exacerbated by underlying stress or anxiety. You may have noticed a pattern in your symptoms, often related to more demanding or stressful periods in your life.  Hypnosis and NLP can help  identify these triggers and to stop them happening.

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

​Is routinely treated with hypnosis and is recommended as a treatment by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). Evidence shows that over 60% of sufferers show a significant improvement in their symptoms.

Eczema and Psoriasis (Skin Conditions)

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Skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis may respond well to hypnosis. Like many chronic conditions, skin problems can be triggered by stress.

Weight Management

There are many reasons why an individual may be overweight or underweight, so it’s important to rule out possible medical conditions, especially if weight gain or loss is rapid. It is important for you to have realistic expectations about the amount of weight that can be lost or gained in a short period of time.

Sustainable, healthy weight loss or gain will need to be achieved over a suitable time period.

Many people gain weight through poor eating habits and emotional eating. Hypnotherapy can help an individual gain insight into their behaviours and choices and assist with changing emotional responses that could lead to overeating, binge eating, or other unhelpful self-medicating behaviours.

Sleep Problems

Poor sleep can be caused by a number of factors including stress, anxiety, menopause, unhelpful behaviours, and environmental factors. We work with you to address these issues using self-management techniques like meditation and relaxation techniques as well as Hypnotherapy.

Pain Management

Hypnotherapy is often an effective therapy for people living with chronic, diagnosed pain. It has also been used to support those who need to manage their level of discomfort during medical treatment, after surgery or other procedures. 

Migraines

The causes of headaches and migraines are varied, from stress and tension to hormonal changes. Most are not an indication of a serious health condition, but occasionally there is an underlying medical condition that needs investigation. It is therefore essential that if you have persistent headaches, you should consult with your GP before seeking an appointment.

Conditions which are not suited and should not be treated with Hypnosis

There are a few medical conditions where hypnosis is considered unsuitable:

1.  Epilepsy that is not under control with medication and considered inappropriate by the patient’s GP.

2. Patients with severe mental health problems (psychosis) or learning disabilities where cooperation is difficult. 3. Those under the influence of alcohol or drugs where concentration is impaired.

4. Hypnosis is considered inappropriate for very young children (generally under the age of five) where there is a reduced attention span.

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