Welcome to Jane Saunders Hypnotherapy based in Hitchin, Hertfordshire I am a fully qualified, professional Hypnotherapist, NLP Practitioner, EFT / TFT Practitioner, Stress Management Therapist and State Registered Nurse, having worked in health care for many years. I trained at the Cambridge College of Hypnotherapy and followed this with the Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Hypnotherapy. I am a member of the National Council for Hypnotherapy, the Hypnotherapy Association, the Association for Meridian Energy Therapies and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council. Hypnotherapy can help in so many areas: Thoughts and feelings: • Anxiety • Lack of confidence • Low self esteem • Panic attacks • Guilt • Grief • Irrational worries • Indecisiveness Habits: • Nail biting • Teeth grinding • Over-eating • Under-eating • Sleep problems • Compulsions Fears and phobias: • Simple phobias – fear of animals, heights, flying, darkness, water, death, illness or dentists for example. • Social phobias – abnormal fear of meeting new people, socialising. • Agoraphobia – fears associated with feeling trapped, insecurity, crowded places, being away from home. Stress management: • Work related • Family related • Life in general • Stress related health problems • Tinnitus • ME / Fibromyalgia symptoms • Trauma – past events, accidents, stressful incidents • Pain control Performance: • Public speaking • Exam nerves • Sports performance • Motivation • Pregnancy and childbirth • Personal goal achieving ** these are just some of the many issues that can be helped ** What is hypnosis? Hypnosis is a naturally occurring altered state of awareness where a deep relaxation can be attained. Attention becomes more focused and free of distractions. Every-day examples are when you are absorbed in reading a book or watching a film and awareness of the outside world temporarily fades. What will it feel like? Everyone is individual in their experiences, you will not feel like you are in a trance, you will be aware of a pleasant feeling of relaxation which allows the therapeutic suggestions to help resolve your issues. Most people feel relaxed and refreshed after a session. Will I lose control? You will be fully aware of what is taking place. No-one can be hypnotised against their will, and no-one can be forced to do things under hypnosis that they do not want to do. How many sessions will I need? The number of sessions required will depend on the issue to be addressed and your own individual needs. This will be discussed before therapy begins. Sessions are tailored to meet your individual needs. I am a little nervous about hypnosis.... Please don't be, come for a free initial consultation [30 mins] where your questions can be answered. No hypnosis will take place during this session unless you wish to proceed to a first session. How can hypnotherapy help me? Almost everyone can benefit from hypnotherapy. It is a natural and safe method of treatment which can be helpful with a wide range of problems. Hypnotherapy can help if there is anything you wish to change, either something you want to do, or something you would rather stop doing. Methods used: I use a variety of techniques and approaches to assist my clients to achieve their goals. These can include suggestion therapy, analytical therapy, Past Life Regression, Neuro Linguistic Programming [NLP], Emotional Freedon Techniques [EFT] and relaxation techniques. These methods can be used on their own or combined to meet individual needs. Suggestion Therapy: When someone is in the state of hypnosis, their subconcious mind is more receptive to ideas and suggestions. This straightforward method can be used for problems such as smoking, stress, and lack of confidence. Suggestion therapy can be effective in 1-5 sessions depending on individual needs. Hypno-Analysis [or Analytical Hypnotherapy]: This is where hypnosis is combined with analysis. Hypno-analysis seeks to find the root cause of a problem. When the original reason or cause is revealed, relief of the symptoms can be brought about with a more lasting effect. Certain issues respond particularly well for example general anxiety and emotional problems. Neuro Linguistic Programming [NLP], Helps you to make positive changes in your thoughts emotions and behaviours. It enables you to break old patterns of thinking and create a new awareness. Emotional Freedom Techniques [EFT] This a procedure that includes tapping on selected acupuncture points with your fingers to help dissolve blocks, clear negative emotions, attitudes and feelings allowing balance to return. What to expect...... My caring, understanding approach will help put you at ease. You will be aware of what is happening and in control at all times. You will be carefully listened to in order to assess you problem and clarify your aims. You will be sitting in a chair and I will talk to you to induce hypnosis and help you with your problem. You will also be able to learn self-help techniques if applicable. WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Each session is tailored to suit your own personal needs. Four weekly sessions are initially advised to help put you in control. Further sessions fortnightly or monthly may be required depending on individual circumstances. For further information and to arrange an appointment please contact: Jane Saunders SRN DHP HPD DipTHP MNCH[Reg] MHA M.AMT Tel: 01462 638499 [Hitchin] mobile 07817 256 366 email: info@js-hypnotherapy.co.uk Jane Saunders is a member of: • National Council for Hypnotherapy • The Hypnotherapy Association • Association for Meridian Energy Therapies • Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council Certificates include: • Diploma in Hypnotherapy • Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma Advanced Hypnotherapy Diploma Diploma in Hypno-Psychtherapy • NLP Practitioner • EFT / TFT Practitioner • Diploma in Stress Management • Diploma in Life Coaching • Certificate in Critical Incident Debriefing • Certified Tinnitus Specialist NHS Provider Number: 8GP56 Useful Links: National Council for Hypnotherapy [NCH]: http://www.hypnotherapists.org.uk Hypnotherapy Association: http://www.thehypnotherapyassociation.co.uk Association of Meridian Therapies [AMT]: http://www.theamt.com