Sarah Mortimer Hypnotherapy

30/04/2025

I love it when we announce the schedule, it's so exciting! It's going to be a great one. For the hypnotherapists who follow this page, you do not want to miss this! Hope to see you there 🙂

Our Speaker Line-Up is live!!

We received an unbelievable number of speaker applications for this year’s UK Hypnosis Convention and we now finally have our line-up and are delighted to share it with you. We have an ethos and a remit that we aim to stick to and have a range of established former UKHC presenters alongside a number of fresh topics and new speakers for this year's event and think we have a balanced, exciting and high standard speaker schedule this year.

Link to the full schedule is in the comments. Otherwise, just visit the convention website and look for it underneath the 2025 tab in the main toolbar.

Additionally, in case you missed the announcements, Dr Michael Yapko will be our keynote speaker this year, Paul McKenna will be our live on stage interview on Sunday afternoon, and we have an exciting closing keynote (more on that soon) and will announce our post gala dinner and Friday night events in coming weeks. It promises to be our biggest and best event to date.

More announcements will follow soon, as will our speaker videos. We can’t wait to welcome you to the 2025 UK Hypnosis Convention.

Best wishes, Adam, Sarah and Steve
The UKHC Team

18/03/2025

Transform Your Inner Dialogue with Compassionate Mind Training

Are you too hard on yourself? Struggling to be kind when things get tough? It's time to change that. Join our 8-week Compassionate Mind Training course, starting Monday, 2nd June 2024 (live online via Zoom), and develop a more supportive, nurturing relationship with yourself.

Experience the Benefits:
- Reduce Self-Criticism: Quiet that harsh inner voice and embrace compassionate self-talk.
- Enhance Emotional Balance: Learn to manage strong emotions like anger, anxiety, and shame.
- Improve Relationships: Deepen your connection with yourself and others through compassion.
- Boost Your Well-Being: Cultivate calm, contentment, and emotional strength.

This course, grounded in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), offers scientifically proven methods to help you develop your compassionate mind.

What You’ll Learn:
- Understand how negative thinking-emotion loops trap us.
- Explore the ‘three emotion systems’ model for emotional balance.
- Cultivate compassion in three flows: towards others, from others, and self-compassion.

Course Details:
Dates: 2nd Jun - 21st Jul 2005 | Time: 2.30pm - 5:00pm
Format: Online, live sessions
Fee: £295
Facilitator: Sarah Mortimer, Clinical Hypnotherapist & Compassionate Mind Training Facilitator

👥 Small group setting with personalised guidance
🎧 Guided audio sessions & comprehensive handouts
💬 Safe space for sharing and reflection

Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your life. Enroll now and take the first step towards a more compassionate, balanced, and fulfilling life.

👉 Sign up today and secure your spot! https://www.bristolhypnotherapy.co.uk/cmtonlinecourse

14/02/2025

🎉 Exciting UK Hypnosis Convention 2025 Announcements! 🎉

This is for the hypnotherapists, hypnotists and hypnosis enthusiasts that follow my page!

We’ve got some BIG news!

✅ Michael Yapko will be our keynote speaker! A true pioneer in hypnosis and psychotherapy, he’ll be sharing invaluable insights with us.

✅ Paul McKenna will be interviewed live on stage by Adam Eason! The world-renowned transformation coach is sure to inspire.

🎟 Early bird tickets are now on sale! Save 15% until the full schedule is announced—don’t miss out! Use EARLYBIRD code at checkout

🗣 Speaker applications are officially open! Have expertise to share? Apply by 17th March 2025.

How exciting! I can't wait!

Check out the full details and get your tickets today! 👏

https://ukhypnosisconvention.co.uk/

23/12/2024

🎄 Wishing You a Merry Christmas 🎄

As the festive season is upon us, I want to take a moment to wish you a peaceful and joyful Christmas. For some, this time of year is filled with celebration and connection, while for others, it can bring challenges, memories, or a sense of loneliness. If you find yourself struggling, know that it’s okay to reach out and take things one moment at a time.

I’m now closed for the holidays and will return to the clinic on Wednesday, 3rd January 2025. Emails will be replied to after I’m back, but if you’d like to start planning for the new year, you can book a free 15-minute call via my website here: https://smhypnobooking.as.me/free15minchat.

Take care of yourself, and I hope this Christmas brings you moments of peace and warmth, however you’re spending it. 💖

Warm wishes,
Sarah

11/12/2024

🌟New Blog Post Alert! 🌟

I’ve just shared a new blog post titled “Building Assertiveness: Strengthening Your Voice with Compassion and Hypnosis.”

Assertiveness is a vital skill for a balanced life—helping you express your needs clearly and confidently, without aggression. In this post, I dive into how combining Compassion-Focused Therapy, ACT, CBT, and hypnosis can support you in developing this essential skill. Whether you’re looking to manage self-doubt, set healthier boundaries, or improve your communication, this blog offers practical strategies and insights to help you build confidence and communicate assertively.

I’ve also included a practical framework to help you get started:
- Listen and Acknowledge
- State Your Thoughts and Feelings
- Say What You Want to Happen
- Set and Reinforce Boundaries
- Follow Up with Self-Compassion

This is the rough outline of the framework, so be sure to check out the blog post for more detailed information. Don’t miss out—click the link to read more and start your journey towards a more empowered you!

https://www.bristolhypnotherapy.co.uk/blog/building-assertiveness-strengthening-your-voice-with-compassion-and-hypnosis

19/11/2024

What a weekend! This year’s UK Hypnosis Convention was an incredible success, and I’m so proud to be one of the organisers alongside Adam Eason and Steve Baxter. 🌀

Organising such a large event is a year-round task, and the anticipation in the final weeks is always intense. But once it all comes together, it’s so rewarding. The weekend ran smoothly, and the feedback has been fantastic—each year just keeps getting better.

It’s wonderful to see such a diverse, passionate community come together. Whether people are attending to learn, share their expertise, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, the energy and enthusiasm are always inspiring.

I gave the welcome speech this year, which went down really well! I had some wonderful feedback, which I’m so grateful for. And while I spent much of the weekend darting between rooms, I managed to catch some fantastic presentations. I especially enjoyed hearing from Prof Katalina Varga, Dr David Spiegel, Dr Sue Peacock, Tim Box, Adam Eason, Dan Jones, Jonathan Goodwin, Tracey Grist, Graham Webber, and Rachel Gillibrand. I've highlighted these ones as I actually managed to sit through the whole presentations, the rest I only caught snippets of, unfortunately.

Thank you to everyone who attended, presented, and contributed to making this event so special.

After a good night’s sleep and a well-earned day off, I’m feeling more refreshed and already looking forward to planning next year’s convention. Here’s to celebrating the power of hypnosis and the incredible community behind it! 💙

16/11/2024

Day 1 of the UK Hypnosis Convention 2024 done. 2 days to go...

15/11/2024

Me giving the welcome speech at the UK Hypnosis Convention 2024.

14/11/2024

✨ Out of Office ✨

I'm away at the UK Hypnosis Convention 2024, which is being held 15th to 17th November in London! As one of the organisers, I'm heading there today to get set up and will need some time to pack up the other end of the weekend, too. As such, I'll be out of the office from today to 19th November, and I’ll be back in the office on the 20th to catch up on messages and emails. It’s sure to be a lot of fun, can't wait!

08/11/2024

✨ UK Hypnosis Convention 2024 ✨

I'm thrilled to be one of the organisers of the alongside and Steve Baxter! With the help of our amazing team, we’ve put together an unforgettable event. 💫

This convention is truly the highlight of my year—a chance to reconnect with my hypnobuddies, make new friends, and dive into learning and networking. Being self-employed can feel isolating at times, but gathering with peers for a weekend of fun and growth is such a special opportunity!

I’ll be giving the welcome speech to kick things off, and I can't wait to see everyone there! Check out the full line-up by heading to the link in my bio for more info and tickets. You can also catch the link in my stories to book directly. 🎟️🙌

Let’s make this year one to remember! Who’s coming along?

07/11/2024

I’ve created a video, First Timer’s Guide to the UK Hypnosis Convention, which has just been shared on the UKHC social media platforms. This is aimed more at the hypnosis professionals who follow my page, but I wanted to share a bit of what I do in the hypnosis community outside of my client work. As one of the event organisers, I’m looking forward to welcoming everyone and hope this guide gives new attendees an idea of what to expect over the weekend. Only 8 days left! https://ukhypnosisconvention.co.uk/

05/11/2024

🎉 The countdown to the UK Hypnosis Convention has officially begun—just 10 days to go! 🎉

I’ve been busy getting ready, especially learning my welcome speech, and can feel the excitement building as we get closer to an incredible weekend.

The countdown is on. There are 10 days until the 2024 UK Hypnosis Convention....