The Anxiety Expert

13/09/2019

Nosocomephobia - fear of hospitals. I suffered with this for years thanks to the rough unkind treatment I experienced aged 5 when I went into Edgeware General for a small operation. It stopped me doing a lot of things which could involve hospitals - including becoming a nurse.

I see about 2 cases a year and with hypnotherapy and mindfulness, I teach them to take back control.

Nosocomephobia is a fear of hospitals. Common from childhood it can stop people taking risks, getting pregnant, and can develop into fussy eating.

26/08/2019

Can't wait to start working from this fab new clinic in Kingston Bagpuize from Thursday.

20/08/2019

Many people wonder how self-harming can help deal with stress, surely it stresses you more? Well, there is a connection between dopamine, cortisol and endorphins. And did you know animals self-harm too in captivity? See my latest article at

Self-harming is a response to a stressful situation. The pain inflicted releases endorphins which mask the emotional pain. Hypnotherapy can help the anxiety

03/12/2018

***CELEBRATING 10 YEARS***
Of being a full-time hypnotherapist

In January 2019 I will be celebrating 10 years as being a full-time hypnotherapist and talking therapist. As part of this celebration I am moving my Oxford Clinic from Beaumont Street to The Osteopath Clinic on Hollybush Row. This means I can see people much later into the evening – up to 9pm instead of finishing at 6pm.

As part of this celebration I am giving away a PRIZE
DRAW for the Month of January 2019

5 FREE initial consultations
5 taster sessions at only £35
5 relaxation only sessions for £35
5 relaxation kits for free including a relaxation CD, bubble bath, candle

Text one of the hashtags to 07508 658934 by Midnight December 24th 2018

For example if you want a taster session text to 07508 658934

You will be contacted by Dec 31st if you’re a winner.
Hypnotherapy can help so many things – From Anxiety to Weight loss, from Confidence issues to phobias.
Please note this does not include stop smoking sessions.

26/11/2018

You're much more likely to get pregnant if your body is not continually in the fight or flight mode.

Listen to the sound of our voice...

24/11/2018

Research backing up claims that hypnotherapy helps IBS. My IBS clients (and I have 3 currently) all report that hypnosis has been the only therapy to help.

Gut-directed hypnotherapy delivered by psychologists appears as effective in group or individual sessions, potentially offering a new treatment option for irritable bowel syndrome in primary and secondary care.

18/10/2018

Today is World Menopause Day and if you're feeling the flush then did you know hypnotherapy can be an effective therapy to help. For more information go to:

Are you suffering from hot flashes? Menopausal hot flashes are the result of hormone changes. These hot flashes can keep you awake at night and make your life miserable. The hot flashes are often caused by stress or foods. Hypnotherapy and nutritional therapy can help

16/09/2018

Brand new research shows how stress has an effect on our DNA and how that leads to inflammation-based diseases.

New research suggests genetic material from the mitochondria can trigger an immune response throughout the body

15/05/2018

It's and this year the theme is stress. The amount of stress our bodies are designed to cope with is in short bursts, but modern life is causing us to respond continuously to alerts. From facebook pings to incoming text alerts, driving, dealing with people. How many of you just sit down with a cup of tea, look out of the window and just relax?

Less Stress Mental Health Awareness Week 2018 is between 14-20 May. This year the Mental Health Foundation is focusing on stress. Research shows that two-thirds [...]

10/05/2018

It turns out that Dry January can lead to a reduced rate in cancer - https://www.newscientist.com/article/2168508-doing-dry-january-lowers-cancer-promoting-proteins-in-your-blood/?cmpid=ILC|NSNS|2018_webpush&utm_medium=ILC&utm_source=NSNS&utm_campaign=webpush-Roost-dryJan

Stopping drinking for just one month is enough to dramatically lower the levels of hormone-like chemicals in your blood that help cancer to develop and spread

24/04/2018

- Do you or your partner snore? Are you or your partner overweight? Then do something about it.

April 23rd, 2018 is National Stop Snoring Week For anyone who has experienced a partner who snores, they know the sound of snoring is [...]

16/04/2018

Month - Are you fed up with irritable bowel ruining your life? Would you like your travelling experiences and shopping to be stress-free, so you don't worry where the next toilet is? NICE recommend hypnotherapy.

April 2018 is IBS awareness month. Dr Peter Whorwell of Manchester Hospital was one of the first doctors in the NHS to find hypnotherapy helps the symptoms of IBS.