CF14, Cardiff
Richard J. D'Souza (B.A. Hons., P.G.C.E., D.C. Hyp.) has practised hypnotherapy and stress management in Cardiff since 1997 and is one of the local area's most experienced practitioners. He has offered stress management to local government, private companies and clients and has featured in local media.
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37 customer reviews
Clive Pryce
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Sarah Thomas
I’ve had a few sessions with Rumbi. Firstly she is such a lovely empathic woman. On a professional note as much as I swear (sorry Rumbi) at her she is very professional and is helping me immensely. Highly recommended
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Satyam Mishra
I highly recommend Optimal Wellness Centre for anyone in need of physiotherapy. The therapists are knowledgeable, compassionate, and dedicated to helping their patients achieve optimal health and wellness. The facility is clean and welcoming, and the appointments are always timely and efficient. The team at Optimal Wellness Centre truly goes above and beyond to ensure that their patients receive the best care possible. I am so grateful to have found such a fantastic physiotherapist clinic! More...
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Dr Adriaan Taljaard
Great team, well organised
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NJD3110
Feeling so much better after my visits here! Incredibly professional and helpful staff, who are also very lovely people!
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philippa pettitt
Very pleased that I have discovered Optimal Wellness. I was impressed with my initial consultation with Tom. He was thorough and gave a me a detailed explanation, including photos and measurements showing how out of balance I was and why this was causing pain and restricted movement. I felt huge improvement from my first treatment and have continued to improve. Thankyou. More...
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Mari Gordon
Really friendly staff at the clinic. Always helpful over appointment times and dates and excellent communications. Most importantly, what was constant back pain is now virtually non-existent.
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PAUL Rodrigues
I was extremely sceptical when I arrived, but upon entering the centre I was greeted with warmth and professionalism. I was called for my appointment on time , I was introduced to Richard my physio who again was very professional. Our conversation lasted for about 30 minutes where he took a full medical history, coming from a nursing background I found this extremely reassuring. He then did some physical tests, and then assured me that he could help me. I was to return a few days later for the results, which were quite shocking but not worrying I sort of felt that I knew what was coming. I was told that I needed a course of treatment, but I was not pressurised into I to taking up the treatment. I have started the treatment and I am pleased that I have done so, my tension is reducing and so too is my back pain. Richard is very good , he puts you at ease, and is very warm and empathic. I highly recommend Richard along with all the staff at the Optimal Wellness Centre. More...
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Wayne Hembrow
Great people and a great place. Been going for around 3 years now after finally deciding to cure intermittent debilitating back issues for many years. Sorted me right out and feel so much better for it. Super friendly staff and I can't recommend highly enough. Top team More...
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Jared Hare
Tom has really helped me recover after long term illness. The staff are all incredibly cheerful and helpful.
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Stephanie Heath
Been going to Optimal for 3.5 years and the stand out of friendly service has always been consistent. The communication is great from phonecalls, emails, booking appointments and chiropractic session
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Victoria Llinares
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irene crew
I sought treatment after a running injury. Everyone at the centre was very welcoming. I have recieved excellent treatment from both Tom and Pippa. Highly recommended
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Jane Hicks
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Ruth Harrison
I have been attending Optimal Wellness Centre since March 2021 and continue to do so. The centre was offering a free spinal health check and assessment with no further obligation. I had several health issues and was aware I needed a chiropractor to assess me. Tom was my allocated chiropractor and he immediately put me at ease. He explained his findings and how he could help me if I wished to continue with further appointments. At no time did I feel pressured into having further appointments, it was totally my decision. I decided to go ahead as I knew Tom could help me and I already trusted him. I am very glad that I did continue with appointments at the centre. The issues I was experiencing have now greatly improved and I feel so much better in general. I continue to have regular maintenance appointments at the centre as I know this is important to prevent any of the issues returning. I tend to see Jo, the practice manager, at most of my appointments and have met Jess, the receptionist, on a number of occasions. I have only met Pippa, the director, once. All the staff are very friendly, kind, caring, welcoming and helpful. In my opinion there is a mutual respect and trust between staff and clients. Therefore, from my own very positive experiences I would highly recommend Optimal Wellness Centre. Thank you all very much. More...
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A Coleman
Good service. Friendly staff
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lenna
Have been with you twice before. Two 12 sessions (24) in 2019 and have started another 12 sessions now. My mussels and my bones are all very stiff. Will get there in the end
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iDa
Wonderful place and staff, so organised and helpful. highly recommend.
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Sam Davies
Really good quality chiropractor, helped me a huge amount with my back pain
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Cwtch 22
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Judy FromWales
I attended for a few months. The practitioner was extremely professional, kind and efficient. However, the sessions never lasted more than 5 minutes. At £30 a session I decided not to continue. More...
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Sarbar Sarki
Nothing interested, it's just an ad and they advertise themselves professionally but when you get there you'll see it's totally different, I don't recommend it, it's just a waste of time and money.
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Ashley Bishop
Been going here for a number of months now due having back and neck pain after waking up and throughout the day. They take great care and explain what adjustments they're doing and why. They also take photos of your posture and measure your bodies ability to move in various ways at regular intervals and its great to see the progress I have made which has ultimately meant that I am now free of the pains I used to get. Definitely recommend. More...
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Ben Hampson
Great expertise, knowledgeable and friendly staff.
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Claire
Hypnotherapy
I would highly recommend Richard, from the start even before we started the sessions he was patient and understanding and willing to fit my sessions in to suit me! His calming approach is very helpful and I can feel the difference after 3 sessions! More...
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Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review, Claire.
Jackson Aquinas
I had this very obscure phobia and thought that I would give Richard J D’Souza Hypnotherapy Cardiff a try. The visualization work helped me to ease my panic response. He also included some CBT work to challenge my thought processes and the outcome has been a great success. It’s been 3 months since my last treatment and the issue is out of sight and out of mind! Thank you. More...
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Morris Scheerer
Richard’s help with my anger issues has been truly amazing. I am now
using the techniques that he taught me to control my anger.
I also feel a whole lot better about my past and the way that it has affected me. Thank you for your anger management course.
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Rima Begum
You are a few steps away from making some positive changes to your life......................
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Maya Gough
Richard J D’Souza is the senior registered Clinical Hypnotherapist for Clinical Hypnotherapy & Stress Management Cardiff.
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Md.Jahirul Islam
Richard helped me through Skype. He has been professional throughout the experience. I look forward to working with him again soon.
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Hassan Ahmed
"Richard has been really helpful throughout the work we have done together. His input has built my confidence in my life ambitions. I highly recommend his services."
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Rusty A
I highly recommend Richard D'Souza! Richard D'Souza is knowledgeable and very experienced hypnotherapist and has helped me a lot.
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Joanna Stone
I was suffering with performance anxiety and it was having a huge impact on my work. It’s a relief that everything is back to where it should be now. Richard has been very instrumental in regenerating my abilities and my confidence. I would thoroughly recommend his hypnotherapy. More...
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Beverly Gribble
Richard D'Souza, Hypnotherapy Cardiff, offers a very professional service. He displays empathy and inspired confidence from the start. He has a gentle manner and is very skilful in the way he works to address issues. I would definitely recommend him! More...
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Malcolm Terris
I was very pleased with the outcome. This was a very professional service that has helped me immensely. Richard was very patient and was prepared to challenge my beliefs when it was necessary.
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Deborah L Blake
Thank you very much for your help; since I attended hypnotherapy with you I have been able to approach many of the problems in my life in a different and more confident way. The regression into my childhood helped me to face fears and deal with them; these fears had been with me for many years and were causing me a great deal of stress in my adult life. Some of the affects I had not even linked with problems I had today until they were brought to my attention through your therapy.I will not hesitate to contact you if I decide to attend hypnotherapy again. More...
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Mario Todd
Richard D'Souza is a very experienced and insightful hypnotherapist. He is able to establish the relevant issues and treat all the important aspects quickly and effectively. I thoroughly recommend him.
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What do you love most about your job?
The ability to use hypnosis to inspire change in people’s thoughts, emotions, beliefs and behaviour.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I had outgrown my abilities in my previous job and was seeking a fresh employment challenge.
Why should our clients choose you?
Richard J D’Souza is a highly regarded and experienced senior hypnotherapist who has been in practice since 1997. He employs his extensive training to use the most effective treatment methods to achieve rapid results. You can be assured that the best standards of clinical excellence will be applied in your hypnotherapy treatment. Professional registrations include full memberships with The Hypnotherapy Association, The General Hypnotherapy Register and Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council.
Richard is rated as one of the top three hypnotherapists in Cardiff for 2018 (as per https://threebestrated.co.uk/hypnotherapy-in-cardiff).
Stress management
Helping you to manage your stress more effectively.
Anxiety management
Techniques that help you manage your anxiety.
Relationship issues
Relationship issues including, anger, abuse, low self esteem, jealousy, insecurity, confidence, sexual performance issues, recovering from a relationship break up.
Improving your life
Techniques to help you improve your life including building confidence, low self esteem, anxiety managment, stress management, social anxiety.
Smoking cessation
Stop smoking hypnotherapy sessions.
Addictions
Helping you resolve your addictions by treatinging some of the emotions behind your addictive behaviour.
Depression
Help you cope with depressed beliefs and emotions.
Phobia treatment
Use hypnosis to control your panic attack and alleviate your phobia.