Fresh Focus Hypnotherapy

22/07/2025

I absolutely loved chatting with Liz for their podcast. We went through so many things, so it’s worth a listen!

Exciting plans for more partnerships with EquiTeam

🎙️ NEW PODCAST - Release your inner confidence 🎙️
On this week’s episode, Liz Daniels chats to Kerry Dawes from Fresh Focus Hypnotherapy about online CBT and hypnotherapy specialising in horse rider confidence.

As a busy Mum juggling a full-time job, two young twins, a horse and a ‘passion for helping people to grow, you immediately feel like Kerry understands.

ℹ️ Kerry chats through her inspiration behind creating her business, why CBT and hypnotherapy used together is a great combination, how it works, what it can be used for and some of her proudest moments.

✅ With a range of rider audio downloads, Kerry shares how finding support is now accessible for everyone.

🎙️ Listen here: https://www.equiteam.co.uk/realise-your-inner-confidence-with-fresh-focus-hypnotherapy/ or on any podcasting platform by searching Listen with Equiteam.

22/07/2025

CONFESSION TIME

I’m not a confident rider.

But I’ve learnt to let go, give myself permission to do less, and take the pressure off the shoulds and coulds.

It’s still not perfect but it’s a much nicer place for me to be as a rider, and for Bertie, because let’s be honest, he doesn’t care as long as he gets his dinner each day!

If you’d like to regain control of your confidence and enjoyment of riding, drop me a line for an obligation free chat. I’d love to help you LOVE riding again, like I’ve done for so many other riders.

K x

22/07/2025

Ever notice your horse is difficult on the days you wish they weren’t…… like after a bad day at work, you want an easy ride but your horse has different ideas.
Thats because they directly pic up on your mood, energy and emotions.

Despite our bad mood/anxieties living in our head, there is a DIRECT physical response. Your hands may be tense, body rigid, firmness in your commands.

That’s why addressing our mindset is ESSENTIAL for our horses and their training.

Invest in your mindset, try one of our instant audio downloads which are designed to help improve your confidence. Or reach out for 121 support

20/07/2025

Feel like you should ride….. but just don’t want to?

This is your permission slip to not ride today, if you don’t want to.

We put so much pressure on ourselves with what think we should be doing.

Ideas of what to do instead:
- give your horse a lovely groom
- tackle the ragwort
- have a cuppa & watch a movie at home
- go for a walk and get some fresh air

Sometimes giving ourselves permission to not ride is all we need for our mindset.

18/07/2025

I have a rare opportunity for a 3 week confidence reset for 2 riders looking to make lasting change.
Comment CONFIDENCE or tag a friend who could benefit from this.

16/07/2025

Struggling with riding nerves, confidence dips, or competition stress?
You’re not alone — and you don’t have to stay stuck.

I’ve created 5 powerful hypnotherapy audios designed specifically for riders — to help you feel calmer, more confident, and back in control.

Created by an equestrian, for equestrians.

Download and listen anytime — just £15 each.

👇 Find out more & start feeling better in the saddle:

https://www.freshfocustherapy.com/rider-audio-downloads

07/07/2025

Today I’ve had my boy Bertie for 4 years.

This picture from an event last week shows big smiles.
But what it doesn’t show is……
The nervousness at the beginning of this ride
Him spooking (and me getting scared) at a haylage bale
The major injury he had 2 years ago
The endless supplements and treatments he’s had to calm his nerves
The many many falls and bruised body
The tears

Sometimes we see the happy smiles and don’t know all the work it takes to get there.
So I’m here with you, for the smiling pictures, and the days of worry, anxiety and sadness

If you want to enjoy riding again, no matter what your goals, a walk around the block or BE100, I’m here for you.

Hypnotherapy may seem a bit odd, but it works! I’ve helped riders overcome major hurdles and love riding again.

Get in touch to find out more or grab one of my hypnotherapy audio downloads for just £15. Link in bio!

05/07/2025

DREADING YOUR COMPETITION TOMORROW?

Want to turn that worry into excitement?

I’ve been working with riders to help them regain confidence and control so they not only survive but thrive and enjoy competitions.

For just £15 you can access this and change your mindset.

Pick one of our carefully created hypnotherapy audios, listen to it for 2 weeks, and notice a difference in your mindset.

Find out more here https://tinyurl.com/5n6869m5

01/07/2025

What I’ve been doing during this crazy weather! Creating an exciting FREE 7 day rider confidence programme……

More to come.

Hope you and your horses are staying cool

29/06/2025

I polished my boots, I braided his mane,
Dreams of red ribbons danced through my brain.
But fate had a giggle, as fate often will—
My horse saw a banner and bolted uphill.

I lost both my stirrups, my hat took a flight,
We circled the judge like a kite in mid-flight.
A rail hit the dirt, my test turned to jazz,
He spooked at a flower and moonwalked pizzazz.

The crowd held their breath, then started to cheer—
Was it a show or a rodeo here?
I took my salute with a laugh and a grin,
’Cause sometimes you lose… but you still win within.

So back to the drawing board, forward I go,
With patience, some practice, and less of a show.
Each “oops” is a teacher in breeches and tack—
Next time I ride out, I’ll be bouncing right back!

27/06/2025

DON’T RIDE YOUR HORSE!

Yes that’s right, that’s what I told a client once.

But let me explain.

The rider came to me with total fear and self doubt.
- The professional rider at her yard rode her horse better…..
- Anxiety was taking over at the mounting block……
- She dreaded the drive to the yard knowing she ‘should’ ride……

So we took the pressure away.
“This week you don’t have the ride”
“Phew!”

And then over the coming weeks with dedicated support, hypnotherapy and techniques she slowly got back on, regained confidence around her abilities and started enjoying riding again!!!

Overcoming fears and worries isn’t always straight forward, but it is possible and I am dedicated in every day riders enjoy their horse again.

Get in touch if you are struggling, or try our hypnotherapy downloads to get results. Link in our bio

25/06/2025

FIGHT OR FLIGHT

We found exmoor ponies whilst on holiday….. and it made me think, wild grazing horses still have their natural fight to flight instinct.

And so do we. When we feel threatened or scared our body reacts in a totally natural way, be on heightened alert (anxiety), consider all the possible negative outcomes (worry) and cause a physical reaction (tension/stomach issues).

Sound familiar?

When we have had negative experience, our body learns to protect itself for the next potential risky situation, and the pattern grows and continues.

It sounds endless but we are able to interrupt it and retrain our brains.

That’s where CBT & hypnotherapy comes in. Practicing, imagining and visualising more positive experiences so we regain control and confidence.

If your natural instincts are that of fear, worry and anxiety, get hold of one of our audio downloads to bring back your confidence and positivity in any riding situation. They are just £15 throughout June and each come with its own specifically designed worksheet to help your progress

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