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The Initial Step - Life Coach & Clinical Hypnotherapy

Qualified Hypnotherapist and Life coach, helping you to gain confidence in yourself. Sometimes you just need a little extra help to realise what comes next.

Hi there, I'm Ian, I have over 20 years of experience of dealing with people's relationships and situations, a certified Life coach with a diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy. Like most people I have personally dealt with life's challenges, some that have included my health. Having had cancer and the treatment that goes with it as well as other significant illness I feel that it certainly strengthens your own abilities. My emotional state has been questioned especially where my sexuality is concerned, learning to be yourself when everyone at the time wants you to be something else is difficult. I have had my beliefs tested and changed by educating myself and last but not least suffered financial hardship, having people knocking on your door, asking for money, being trapped in a job and feeling unhappy, I've been there, and I've learnt, I've also used those learnings to successfully help others. Basically rather than just having academic qualifications I benefit from a wealth of life experience, I understand how tough life can be which helps me work with clients to help them negotiate the tough times and get their lives back on track. Life coaching and Personal therapy is there to help align your thoughts with your life. Life is fast and busy, and our minds and our bodies can get swept up into the chaos getting easily lost. Life coaching and Personal therapy aims to unscramble your thoughts, to help give you direction and focus, unscrambling the chaos and calming how your head feels. This in turn enables you to achieve your goals and build a better version of yourself. It's easy to feel lost and overwhelmed by situations, but you can overcome them, and you are capable of doing it. I can help guide and pull out the tools you already have to help you become a better and calmer you. Only you know how happiness feels to you - so let's get to that. It takes work and doesn't happen overnight, although it can for some. Just remember that there is a difference between Goals and Dreams - Goals can be achieved!! I look forward to working with you.

14/11/2024

I do like this quote, because it's true. You decide how you react to things, situations, people, work, circumstances etc. - even when they are out of our control, we decide how we react.... Weigh up what's possible for you, how would a better reaction help at this point. More positive reactions generally bring better outcomes and feelings as a result, especially for yourself. You may sometimes need to take a few deep breaths between the 10% and the 90% and that's ok, in fact probably needed.....

17/08/2024

My very good friend, I knew him since 1996. These moments, times, feelings and emotions, you need to keep with you.
They help you grow. Help you process the pain. It feels negative at the time, but in time it becomes positive. I know he would NOT want me to be upset. I carry on for him. Xx

14/07/2024

I've taken a little break, I needed to reset myself. Since my friend died, my mum had a serious illness and another close friend also passed.
What do you do, I'm really upset, like really...what have I done to deserve this.
I haven't done anything, it's just life... so what happens next is up to me, because they're not here...I'm in control, whether I like it or not...what happens next is up to me.

27/06/2024

I lost a good friend to cancer recently and it has hit me in a way I never thought it would do. Someone I'd known for over 27 years, we'd grown together, shared many memories, and now that's all I have left. But it's ok to be sad about it, it's ok to be angry about it. It's what we do after that, that makes the difference. He's gone but I still have the memories, the happy times, the sad times, the stupid "I'm going to die laughing at" times. All are important, all of them secure that bond.
So don't ever give up, you have to live, because they no longer can, cherish every moment with dear friends - for some you are the family they've chosen. Friendships are fragile, you have to care for them, nurture them and give back what you get.
Here we are in our dyed hair phase, many moons ago - Love you Mel.

18/05/2024

It's not always easy to think about yourself, but we all have our mental health to look after, no matter how you may feel.
Remember to take 5 minutes a day for yourself, whenever you can, longer if possible. Each of the things described will give you a little lift, some will make you smile, others may just give you that breather you need, these are only suggestions you may have others. It's about taking time for you. Awareness week may be over, but that doesn't mean self care stops.

12/05/2024

Take away the stigma, it's ok to look after yourself, it's ok to talk about how you feel.
1 in 6 people report experiencing a common mental health problem (such as anxiety and depression) in any given week in England.
In any given week people are diagnosed with the following Menatl Health problems Mixed anxiety and depression: 8 in 100 people -Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD): 6 in 100 people - Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): 4 in 100 people - Depression: 3 in 100 people - Phobias: 2 in 100 people There's 2million people waiting for treatment on the NHS. Reach out and lets see if we can help.

17/02/2024

Any type of Therapy is personal, it's up to you who you tell (if you tell at all). It's also up to you where you go and who you see. Sometimes coming to a clinic or therapy room can be intimidating or daunting, or maybe you're just unable to.
So why can't I come to you - If you live local (Salford, Manchester, Eccles) and you feel more comfortable in your own space, then why not reach out so we can discuss the options.

16/02/2024

Friday evening, sat chilling with my husband... Mats uncle has passed away... how do we deal with that, what is normal. Its normal to feel however you need to feel. Don't let anyone tell you at that point how you should be. The difference is how you react. How you feel, and how you react are very different.

23/01/2024

Our Past can shape us, affect us, and even change us, but it doesn't mean it defines who we are. YOU can make the changes, YOU can try things again, YOU can become the person you want to be. All we need to do is learn from the past, we don't have to bring it with us.

10/01/2024

Well we're a little way in to the New Year, and how are you feeling? Maybe you feel things are too much, or that you're not enough? It's not unusual to feel that way at this time of year. Get in touch the initial consultation is free, lets have a chat.
Currently in the Salford and Manchester area, and I can come to you!

05/12/2023

For a lot of us Christmas is a time of fun and family, but for others it's a reminder of a loss or difficulty - If there's one gift you can give at this time of year its, support, kindness, a shoulder or just some time - It doesn't have to cost, but the meaning is priceless. Merry Christmas and here's to a positive future.

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