For years, I grappled with anxiety in relationships, a revelation that might surprise you considering my profession as a hypnotherapist. However, this is one of the reasons I can spot anxiety in relationships a mile off when working with my clients. Ironically, I initially failed to identify the problem as anxiety in relationships. By nature, I’ve always been someone you’d describe as confident. I ventured solo across the globe at 21, brimming with wanderlust and armed with nothing but a Lonely Planet guide and hopeful optimism. In my corporate HR career, I fearlessly voiced my opinions, even ..read more

Unmasking Imposter Syndrome: Recognising and Overcoming Self-Doubt In my work with business professionals, the question of whether one suffers from imposter syndrome is a recurring theme. Imposter syndrome refers to a state of mind in which individuals occupying positions or job roles often feel undeserving, despite having undergone interviews or selection processes and securing the job. It’s the persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud, of not truly being capable of the position they hold. I recently had a conversation with someone who had just been promoted to the role of Head of HR in he ..read more

If you’re on the quest for effective counselling for trauma and PTSD, you’re probably pondering what to anticipate and whether it’s the right avenue for treatment. Counselling is a consideration that many individuals contemplate, mainly due to the well-established history of talking therapies like counselling. Employee assistance programmes offered by numerous organisations often include free counselling sessions to address mental health issues like trauma and PTSD. Private medical insurance providers like Aviva and Bupa also grant access to talking therapies, aiming to combat trauma and PTSD ..read more

Have you been struggling with anxiety, feeling like it’s holding you back from living your best life? You’re not alone. Anxiety affects millions of people worldwide, and it can have a significant impact on daily life, both physically and mentally. But there is hope! I’ve used Hypnotherapy for anxiety with hundreds of clients (as you can read in the testimonials) as an effective way to manage, and often completely overcome anxiety and regain control over their thoughts and emotions. In this blog, I’ll share what anxiety is, how it impacts our lives, and the science behind hypnotherapy as a trea ..read more

How does hypnotherapy work for trauma and PTSD? When I first began working as a hypnotherapist over a decade ago, I was blown away by the transformative power of hypnotherapy in overcoming trauma and PTSD. People who had been struggling with trauma and PTSD (often not realised it was PTSD) were walking out of my sessions feeling like they had left the past in the past. Feeling lighter, calmer and free. The memories of situations which had created PTSD seemed like they had happened a long time ago and while their brain could still see the memory, those memories no longer held any emotional char ..read more

How to conquer your fear of public speaking Like many of my clients, you may have spent time wondering how to conquer your fear of public speaking. You may have already tried CBT (Cognitive behaviour Therapy) or been on a presentation skills course, but when these didn’t work, you’ve managed to find a way of coping with your fear of public speaking. Like a lot of people, you might have adopted an avoidance strategy and as you’ve worked your way up the corporate ladder have somehow managed to get away without having to do much public speaking or presentations. But now you find yourself in a si ..read more

Have you been struggling with anxiety, feeling like it’s holding you back from living your best life? You’re not alone. Anxiety affects millions of people worldwide, and it can have a significant impact on daily life, both physically and mentally. But there is hope! As an Edinburgh Hypnotherapist, I’ve used Hypnotherapy with hundreds of clients as an effective way to manage, and often completely overcome anxiety and regain control over their thoughts and emotions. In this blog, I’ll share what anxiety is, how it impacts our lives, and the science behind hypnotherapy as a treatment option. I’ll ..read more

Explore the transformative potential of hypnotherapy in overcoming trauma. Learn how the mind-body connection plays a vital role and discover Edinburgh Hypnotherapist, Saras, unique approach to harnessing its power. The Mind-Body Connection: Unleashing the Inner Healing Potential As we delve into the world of hypnotherapy, it is essential to understand the profound connection between our mind and body. Deep within us lies a reservoir of untapped healing potential, waiting to be harnessed. Through the power of focused intention and guided suggestions, hypnotherapy provides a gateway to access t ..read more

Early this morning while waiting for a client to arrive I was perusing some books on Amazon (I don’t think my thirst for knowledge will ever be quenched!) when I spotted something and my heart skipped a beat. I saw someone I know, and actually used to mentor many years ago, had published a Hay House book.  This individual is known to many entrepreneurial women across the globe and has achieved phenomenal success, creating a multi-million-pound business. My mind was about to jump onto a very old habitual train of thought of comparing myself to them and everything that they have achiev ..read more

What’s the right time to conquer a fear of public speaking? Like many of my clients, you may have been struggling with a fear of public speaking for a number of years, but up until now, you’ve managed to find a way of coping with your fear. You might have adopted an avoidance strategy and as you’ve worked your way up the corporate ladder have somehow managed to get away without having to do much public speaking or presentations. But now you find yourself in a situation where you’ve been promoted into a position that involves a lot of public speaking. This new job role involves you delivering p ..read more