Weight Management
Tired of failed dieting? You have come to the right place
Dieting fails for a staggering 95% of the population as a form of long term weight control. Typically people will lose weight, then before you know it, pile it back on again … sometimes with a few extra pounds for good measure!
I understand that there are many reasons why clients put on weight and also why they find it so difficult to lose. Everyone is different and I will work with you to find the best approach to suit you.
Anxiety
In today’s busy world most of us will experience stress and anxiety
Most of us will experience stress and anxiety, from time to time, as we try to juggle the demands made of us.
Some anxiety is short lived – such as worries about the dreaded trip to the dentist or the upcoming job interview.
But what happens when the anxiety starts to become more of a constant and prevents us from enjoying life as we would like? The truth is that anxiety can in some cases escalate to the point where it is crippling and it can affect people both psychologically and physically.
Psychologically it can manifest as:
- Restlessness
- A sense of dread
- The feeling of being on edge constantly
- Irritability
- Lack of concentration
Physically it can cause:
- Heart palpitations
- Shortness of breath
- Dizziness
- Muscle aches and tension
- Excessive sweating
- Trembling and shaking
- Stomach ache
- Nausea
- Headache
- Insomnia
In some cases people can pinpoint the reason why they are anxious – so because of a specific phobia or traumatic experience for example. In other cases people may have no idea what has triggered their anxiety. And it may not be down to any one specific thing – it is just as likely to be a combination of factors. But in both instances the person can feel totally helpless and that there is no hope or solution.
The good news is that there is…
If you are suffering from anxiety and it is affecting the quality of your life – I can help you move past this. I work by using a combination of Psychotherapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy and Hypnotherapy to help you successfully deal with your anxiety, to the point where it is no longer a problem in your life.
I will help you gain an understanding of why your body and mind are acting as they do and provide the tools and coping mechanisms to alleviate the distress and disability caused by your anxiety.
So if you would like to find out more then do contact me and I can then arrange for a free 30 minute consultation with you to assess things and, if you wish, take things further.
Panic Attacks
Panic Attacks are never a pleasant experience
A person experiencing a panic attack will often have the feeling of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms, such as pounding and racing heart, sweating, shortness of breath, and may feel faint or out of control.
Panic attacks can vary in intensity and can, in some cases, be crippling – causing someone to avoid places or situations where they think they might be at risk of another attack. Most panic attacks last between 5–20 minutes and they can come on very abruptly.
Addictions
What is an ‘addict’?
In the Oxford dictionary, it states, ‘a person addicted to a habit’. Therefore what is a habit? ‘A practice that is hard to give up’. Hard but not impossible! Habits are learned behaviours, and as learned they can be un-learned.
But don’t think this can be easy – for some it is, but for the majority, it isn’t. It requires work and commitment. There will be slip ups along the way, but that’s fine – it is part of the learning process.
However change can be easier than you think! That is if you commit to the right program for YOU. Everyone is an individual, so our program is tailored to you, to your lifestyle, to what will work for you. We use a mixture of tried and tested programs, along with our own extensive experience of working with addictions, and substance abuse. What have you got to lose – that call could be the start of the rest of your life!
What addictions can we treat? This is not a comprehensive list; any habit or addiction can be treated:
- Drugs
- Smoking
- Sex
- Shopping
- Computer games
- Texting
- Chocolate
- Solvent abuse
- Alcohol
- Gambling
- Food
- Caffeine
- Social websites
- Exercise
- Thrill seeking
- The Internet
Why do we get addicted/have a habit? Because, very simply, we have a need or needs that are not being met. The addiction or habit gives us a perceived benefit (the high), but the addiction is very clever, and can keep us in the vicious circle of expecting something good, but never delivering. We can help you and support you to become aware of what this is doing to you – and your friends/family/loved ones, to then start breaking this circle.
Do you know someone who is addicted and is making your life a misery? You too need help support and we can do this as well. You are often forgotten in the game plan of addiction, but you are an important component to recovery for the addict.
We look forward to helping you move on and become the person you want to be.
Relationship Counselling
The majority of people will, at some point in their lives, encounter relationship problems
And sometimes they feel they cannot resolve these on their own. Whatever your relationship situation, I can help you talk it through and make sense of any issues you may be experiencing.
I have a great deal of experience counselling people – individuals and couples – from many different backgrounds, in highly emotional, stressful and difficult situations.
Often people will start relationship counselling when things get really bad and they are potentially heading for a break up. But no matter what situation you face in your relationship. Even if you think your problem seems trivial, but it is still bothering you. I can help. I provide a completely confidential, supportive and caring environment to help you work to resolve any difficulties you may be having.
Situations that often arise include:
- Communication Issues
- Arguments and Conflicts
- Infidelity – Emotional and Physical
- Money Issues
- General Trust Issues
- Sexual Problems
- Abusive Relationships
So if you would like to find out more then do contact me and I can then arrange for a free 30 minute consultation with you to assess things and, if you wish, take things further.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, to break negative thinking habits, in conjunction with Mindfulness techniques, such as Mindful breathing and meditation.
It is primarily used to help people who are prone to recurring bouts of depression and has been found to greatly reduce the chances of these episodes occurring again.
It has also been shown to be very effective for people suffering from anxiety and addictive behaviour. MBCT shows clients how to focus on the here and now rather than dwelling on the past or ruminating about future events.
It also teaches techniques to circumvent falling into spirals of depression or anxious thinking – so changing the course of the thoughts and emotions associated with depression or anxiety before they take hold – and, as a result, guide you towards far more positive ways of thinking and dealing with situations.
Sports Enhancement
Positive Psychotherapy for Sport
Sportspeople spend a lot of time and money on improving their technique and physical fitness. But one thing that is often forgotten, one of the most important factors, in the road to success, is their attitude.
This is where I can make a difference.
Due to many years involvement in the world of sport – in particular motor sports, as a team owner and as a driver – I have specialist knowledge in increasing performance by helping boost that positive attitude, when it counts. And that knowledge can be applied to just about any sport, whether you are an individual or a team.
Let me ask you how often have you felt in the zone? Where everything is just so. Your times are getting quicker and quicker, but you don’t exactly know why – you just feel great and everything is flowing seamlessly. Would you like to be able to switch this ability on whenever you like? I bet you would. And with my specialist training you can.
Can you afford to wait another season? When you can reap the benefits of positive psychotherapy and get the results you want right now!