A conversation between my work colleague and I when I announced that I was going to try hypnotherapy for binge eating; Me: “I’ve booked myself if to see a hypnotherapist for binge eating.” Colleague: “You aren’t a binge eater-are you?” Me: Well, kind of. I find it hard to stop eating once I start, and I’m always thinking about food.”...Continued
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Coronavirus: Football needs mental health support
The Heads Up mental health campaign was launched in February helped by the Duke of Cambridge. It follows a spike in the number of football players seeking mental health support since the start of the lockdown. Compared with last years figures of 653 players accessing support this first quarter has already seen just shy of half of that, some 299...Continued
Christmas and Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy can support low mood and anxiety over the festive period As the days draw shorter and the Christmas season is upon us, it is comforting to know that hypnotherapy is here to support you. It is especially valuable for those highly stressed and anticipating a less than merry Christmas. More than 12 million in the UK seek...Continued
How hypnotherapy could help With Conception
Fertility problems affect one in seven couples in the UK According to NHS England, even fertile partners can take up to 2 years to become pregnant after they start trying* There are many factors which can contribute to conception issues including: Hormonal disorders such as thyroid and PCOS Physical disorders such as weight Disorders of the reproductive system...Continued
Football Players seeking Support For Mental Health
Recent figures show that more players are seeking support for mental health from the PFA. 278 more current and former football players than in 2018 have or are accessing therapy. Football Association’s Prince William has spoken out, criticising football clubs for their attitude towards the mental health of their players. “Once you would never show any weakness, but...Continued
Child Gambling: The Signs And Where To Find Support
The number of children with gambling problems has quadrupled to over 50,000 in the past two years. Recent research has shown that these numbers are on the incline. The ease of access to devices which allow minors to gamble has increased with almost two-thirds having free access to the internet in their bedroom where monitoring can be trickier. Matt Serlin,...Continued
Hypnotherapy for depression
Depression is a mood disorder and it more common than you may think. It is believed that 1 in 4 in the UK will suffer some form of depression every year. Despite this, depression is a misunderstood illness. Depression is often seen as a sign of weakness and not everyone who experiences it will recognise what they are going through....Continued
ODD: Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Granted children do not always do what is asked of them but Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), is far more than mere disobedience. Oppositional Defiant Disorder is a childhood disorder characterised by defiant, disobedient, negative, and often hostile behaviour prominently towards adult figures. It is common amongst children with ADHD. It is thought that between 2-16 percent of children and young...Continued
Police Cells: Mental Health Crisis
People in a mental health crisis find it terrifying to be held in a police cell. Peers will move an amendment to the policing and crime bill to ensure those adults feeling suicidal, are self-harming or are psychotic are never taken to police stations for assessment. This plan is already in place for under-18s. “The police can’t continue to...Continued
1 in 10 children have a mental health problem
The Education Policy Institute’s Independent Mental Health Commission published its final report of the year. It is the culmination of research into exploring challenges and transformation of children and young people’s mental health care and support. One in every ten children between the ages of five and sixteen have a diagnosed mental health problem. And yet, children’s mental health services...Continued