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Beat your Alcohol Addiction
Sometimes in life, alcohol can gain a bit too much control over us. Where did it begin…..? An extra glass of wine before dinner?

Realising you have a problem with alcohol is the first big step to getting help.Alcohol Abuse and Dependency Birmingham will help you understand why alcohol has become a problem and identify the route causes. A bottle after? A few beers with friends after work? Every day? I will help you understand why alcohol has become a problem and identify the root causes. I will help you re-examine your lifestyle, lead to better coping strategies and allow you to create a different attitude towards alcohol. For whatever reason you drink alcohol, I will help you release that urge, craving or need, so that you can change your habits and behaviour. YOU will regain CONTROL of your drinking and alcohol consumption and reduce the intense hold it has over you. I use techniques that are specifically created to change the triggers in the brain, stop self-sabotage issues, release trauma and redirect the neural networks in the brain. When applying these same processes to clients who need alcohol addiction help, their addictive behaviours frequently stop and their fear of relapse disappears. My work with both alcohol addiction and alcohol reduction therapy has achieved some truly marvellous results with clients. Clients have regained control over alcohol, become empowered, changed their lives, increased their self-belief, self-esteem and confidence. Other clients have sought to reduce their alcohol consumption, and to use it in moderation once again, removing alcohol as a crutch. Once the feeling of control has been achieved, many of these clients have gone on to choose sobriety, as they appreciate the positive and beneficial impact on their lives. You will be surprised how powerful and empowering our session will be and the fantastic, rapid changes we can achieve in a gentle, relaxed manner. Restart your life as you regain control over alcohol and remove that destructive pattern for good. Break free of alcohol and create the future you desire and deserve. Appointments available in London, Edgbaston, Birmingham and Kenilworth, Warwickshire . Call Stuart 07825 599340 for a free confidential, no obligation discussion regarding your issue. Stuart@harleystreetaddictionspecialist.co.uk
www.harleystreetaddictionspecialist.co.uk

15/10/2025

Insomnia, Sleep Issues , Misophonia
Client referral posted today ,
" Great, and effective hypnotherapist. Stuarts techniques really work and will change you're life for the better.
Hi my name is Neil. I came across Stuart Downing when I found myself seeking out hypnotherapy to treat problems I was having with my sleep due to living next door to previous neighbours who were very noisy and whom had kept me awake. Thankfully, after a couple of months, the neighbours had moved on, but unfortunately as a result, I developed an anxiety about getting to sleep, which in turn lead to me developing an insomnia which was caused by the anxiety. I had also developed Misophonia as a result, and had become hypersensitive to certain noises, such as any bangs or thuds. Even though the neighbours had left, my anxiety still persisted, which only caused me even more anxiety as I couldnt understand why I just couldnt relax as I knew the neighbours were no longer there. It got too the point where the anxiety around my sleep was so bad, that it really started to have a profound effect on my life. I felt I couldnt enjoy life anymore, I just wasnt happy. I had felt like I had lost the ability to relax, as a result it really started to effect my relationships with my family as I just wasnt me anymore, so to speak. Thats when I knew I had to do something as I felt it was destroying my life. I researched hypnotherapy. I was curious as to how it worked, and researched whether or not it would be beneficial for the issues that I was going through. I sought out a few hypnotherapists, thats when I came across Stuart Downing. I did my research on him, and discovered that he could treat issues around sleep/anxiety. I read his reviews, which were all positive. I booked a consultation with Stuart, who was very friendly and reassuring and explained how hypnotherapy worked and the methods he was going to deploy in helping to heal me. In the consultation, Stuart told me that I would only require three to four sessions at the most, which I was surprised about to be honest, as I felt so afflicted by my issues. What can I say? Well, after just one session, I already noticed a vast improvement in my sleep quality. I was sleeping longer and deeper, and waking up totally refreshed. Over the last few weeks of the sessions , my sleep and anxiety has just got better and better. I feel much less anxious, and lot more relaxed, like a weight has been lifted. I am so glad that I decided to invest in the sessions with Stuart, and would recommend it to anyone who is considering hypnotherapy. Stuart helped me learn that a lot of fear is irrational and totally unnessacary, and that I can rationalise with myself that I do not need to feel that fear. I have also learnt extremely effective relaxation techniques, which have really helped me. I f I ever experience any difficulties in the future, I will be sure to utilise these techniques. So, if you have any issue that is effecting you to the point where it is having a profound effect on you're life, then I would highly recommend that you book yourself a consultation with Stuart Downing, it can and will change you're life!
Neil 14/10/25

If you need help with sleep issues , contact Stuart 07825 599340
stuart@hypnotherapy4freedom.co.uk
https://hypnotherapy4freedom.co.uk/hypnotherapy-services/hypnotherapy-for-sleep-disorders-Sleep Disorders and Insomnia Therapy Birmingham
https://hypnotherapy4freedom.co.uk/reviews

Stuart Downing is a trusted hypnotherapist helping clients overcome their issues across the UK and worldwide. Read his reviews here.

10/02/2025

Insomnia and Sleep Issues
Lying awake at night, staring at the ceiling, feeling wired but exhausted?
If that sounds familiar , there’s a good chance your cortisol levels are out of control.
And here’s the deal: high cortisol is more than just a bad night’s sleep—it’s a serious roadblock to your health, energy, and your ability to hit the flow state.
Cortisol is your body’s built-in alarm system.
It’s meant to help you handle stress, but when it sticks around too long—especially at night—it can wreak havoc on your sleep.
Studies show that elevated evening cortisol is one of the biggest culprits behind tossing and turning, disrupted sleep cycles, and that feeling of being “tired but wired”.
When your cortisol levels are too high in the evening, your body stays in a state of alertness, making it nearly impossible to relax and fall asleep.
And poor sleep doesn’t just affect your mood—it drags down your entire health, energy, and performance.
The Cost of High Cortisol:
1. Disrupted Sleep
High cortisol messes with your body’s natural circadian rhythm, making it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep. You wake up feeling drained, no matter how long you’ve been in bed.
2. Increased Stress and Anxiety
Cortisol is linked to heightened stress responses. If your cortisol stays high, your body is constantly in “fight-or-flight” mode, which leads to more stress, anxiety, and mental fog during the day.
3. Blocked Flow State
Cortisol doesn’t just affect your sleep—it blocks your ability to enter the flow state. The flow state is where you’re fully focused and performing at your best, but high cortisol keeps your brain stuck in overdrive, making it impossible to focus deeply or think creatively.
Now, imagine what happens when you cut evening cortisol by 25%.
You’re not just lowering your stress—you’re giving your body the green light to relax, sleep deeply, and wake up energized.
Lowering cortisol improves your sleep quality, reduces anxiety, and opens the door for you to finally access the flow state.
When cortisol comes down:
1. Deep, Restorative Sleep
Lower cortisol allows your body to enter its natural rest-and-recover mode, improving sleep quality and helping you wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day.
2. Reduced Anxiety, More Clarity
When your cortisol levels are balanced, you’ll notice less anxiety, better mental clarity, and an increased sense of calm. This sets you up for a more productive, focused day.
3. More Consistent Flow State
With cortisol in check, your mind and body can work together, making it easier to slip into the flow state—where creativity, focus, and high performance come effortlessly.
You don’t have to spend another night staring at the ceiling, trapped in a cycle of poor sleep and high stress.
Lowering your evening cortisol naturally is possible, and it’s the key to better sleep, more energy, and consistent access to the flow state.
Call Stuart - 07825 599340 to discuss your insomnia issue in more detail
Email - stuart .co.uk
https://hypnotherapy4freedom.co.uk/.../hypnotherapy-for...
Client reviews - https://hypnotherapy4freedom.co.uk/reviews

Stuart Downing is a trusted hypnotherapist helping clients overcome their issues across the UK and worldwide. Read his reviews here.

25/01/2025

Addiction Neuroscience Specialist
Imagine a life free of addiction ?

Many people keep their addiction secret , but over time it becomes harder to maintain as the impact of the addictive behaviour becomes more noticeable .

Some people are in complete denial of their addiction, fearing a spiralling destructive behaviour if they admit and take responsibility for their problem .

However , committing to an addiction recovery plan is easier than you think ,the first step is arguably the most courageous ;

Admit and accept you have a problem and need help to break free
Take action
Book a free non-judgemental consultation call with Stuart – 07825 599340
Addiction is not a sign of weakness or a lack of will power, it is often a result of a habit that transformed into a coping strategy over time.

The addiction, which is a progressive psychological condition, will more often be masking the route cause which we will both identify and address in our sessions .

If we only treat the symptom/ behaviour , the addiction will improve for a short while but undoubtedly return…..sound familiar ?

Addiction and the consequences of addiction are relentless and painful , both for the addict ,family and friends . By simply arranging that free 30 minute telephone consultation , the process of recovery can be started . Stuart - 07825 599340

By contacting Harley Street Addiction Specialist , London, you are investing in a leading UK expert in innovative addiction therapy
stuart@stuartdowning.co.uk
https://harleystreetaddictionspecialist.co.uk
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https://harleystreetaddictionspecialist.co.uk

Your therapy sessions will be personally conducted by Stuart Downing , an experienced Senior Trauma and class A addiction specialist Your personalised recovery programme will incorporate rapid intervention techniques , the highest level of ongoing support and care to enable your journey to recovery .

Stuart Downing DMH DHyp CPNLP EMDR Dip MNACP

Professional Hypnotherapist - Life Coach & NLP Master practitioner

www.stuartdowning.co.uk

www.harleystreetaddictionspecialist.co.uk

www.hypnotherapy4freedom.com

I’m an expert hypnotherapist offering clinical hypnotherapy & online hypnosis across the UK from London to Birmingham, and internationally.

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Quadrant Court, 51-52 Calthorpe Road
Edgbaston
B151TH

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Monday	9am - 9pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 9pm
Saturday	9am - 9pm

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Website

https://www.alcoholabuseanddependencybirmingham.co.uk/

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Alcohol Issues ?

You cannot force someone you love to stop abusing alcohol. As much as you may want to, and as hard as it is to watch, you cannot make someone stop drinking. The choice is up to them. Don’t expect the person to stop drinking and stay sober without help. Your loved one will need treatment, support, and new coping skills to overcome a serious drinking problem. Recovery is an ongoing process. Recovery is a bumpy road, requiring time and patience. An alcohol dependent person will not magically become a different person once sober. And the problems that led to the alcohol abuse in the first place will have to be faced. Admitting that there’s a serious problem can be painful for the whole family, not just the alcohol dependent person. But don’t be ashamed. You’re not alone. Alcohol dependency affects millions of families, from every social class, race, and culture. But there is help and support available for both you and your loved one. Sometimes in life, alcohol can gain a bit too much control over us. Where did it begin…..? An extra glass of wine before dinner? A bottle after? A few beers with friends after work? Every day? I will help you understand why alcohol has become a problem and identify the root causes. I will help you re-examine your lifestyle, lead to better coping strategies and allow you to create a different attitude towards alcohol. For whatever reason you drink alcohol, I will help you release that urge, craving or need, so that you can change your habits and behaviour. YOU will regain CONTROL of your drinking and alcohol consumption and reduce the intense hold it has over you. I use techniques that are specifically created to change the triggers in the brain, stop self-sabotage issues, release trauma and redirect the neural networks in the brain. When applying these same processes to clients who need alcohol addiction help, their addictive behaviours frequently stop and their fear of relapse disappears. My work with both alcohol addiction and alcohol reduction therapy has achieved some truly marvellous results with clients. Clients have regained control over alcohol, become empowered, changed their lives, increased their self-belief, self-esteem and confidence. Other clients have sought to reduce their alcohol consumption, and to use it in moderation once again, removing alcohol as a crutch. Once the feeling of control has been achieved, many of these clients have gone on to choose sobriety, as they appreciate the positive and beneficial impact on their lives. You will be surprised how powerful and empowering our session will be and the fantastic, rapid changes we can achieve in a gentle, relaxed manner. Restart your life as you regain control over alcohol and remove that destructive pattern for good. Break free of alcohol and create the future you desire and deserve. Appointments available in London, Edgbaston, Birmingham and Kenilworth, Warwickshire . Call Stuart 07825 599340 for a free confidential, no obligation discussion regarding your issue.

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