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Positive Change Hypnotherapy

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Hi... I'm Derek,
First of all, thanks for reading my profile. I'm here to help....
If you want to change something about yourself, you've come to the right place. You have taken the most important, first step to improving yourself.
The brain is the most powerful thing on the planet &

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15 May 2026

I have seeked out hypnotherapy after years of struggling with anxiety and constant worrying.Derek put me at ease and I have relaxed during the sessions and as a result have slept much better! I would recommend Derek as he really listened to my fears and phobia’s and feel that he genuinely wants to help people with their problems. More...

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1 March 2026

I had a really great experience working with Derek. He made me feel very comfortable from the start, and the sessions felt calm, safe, and easy to trust. I noticed an impact in some ways almost straight away, but what I’ve found most is the small changes that keep showing up in everyday life. I catch myself thinking differently, feeling more positive, and reacting in a calmer, more confident way without even realising it at first.It’s been a really valuable experience for me and I’m very grateful for the help. I would definitely recommend Derek to anyone working on themselves and looking for alternative therapies to help improve their mindset, confidence, and overall quality of life. More...

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27 February 2026

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19 December 2025

I can’t recommend Derek highly enough!! From the very first session he was incredibly warm, welcoming, and easy to talk to, which immediately put me at ease. He’s professional, thoughtful, and genuinely cares about his clients and their outcomes. The process felt supportive and empowering throughout, and most importantly, he’s completely fixed the issue I went to him for. I’m so grateful for the experience and the results. If you’re considering hypnotherapy, Derek is fantastic to work with! More...

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6 December 2025

If you are debating whether to do Hypnotherapy go with Positive Change Hypnotherapy! Derek made me feel completely at ease and comfortable from the start. Definitely gives you the tools to calm your subconscious mind. I went for general anxiety but hoping to go back to focus on certain areas of my anxiety. Definitely recommend!! More...

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24 November 2025

I went to see Derek about some general and social anxiety issues i have been facing for quite some years now. I cant speak more highly about Dereks service and the positive impact it has had on my life. I can honestly say my issues have dramatically improved and i am now feeling more myself than i have in many years through his hypno. I would recommend anyone suffering with any psychological issue to give it a go! More...

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6 November 2025

I decided to contacted Derek after repeatedly failing my driving test due to test nerves and anxiety. However after a few sessions I felt a lot calmer and relaxed behind the wheel and I’m pleased to say that I passed my driving test. Would definitely recommend

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24 October 2025

I had 3 sessions with Derek to address some well entrenched unhealthy eating habits. From the start Derek provided a calm, safe and reassuring space in which I could relax, explain my needs and feel safe enough to fully access all 3 sessions. My eating habits changed after the first session, without me having to 'try'. Since finishing the sessions I have consolidated a new and healthier approach to meal planning and eating. I have not craved or eaten sweet things and feel so much better as a result. I wholeheartedly recommend Derek without reservation. More...

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15 September 2025

I have known Derek for a number of years and it’s only recently that I felt the call to reach out to him so he could help me with anxiety through Hypnotherapy sessions. I’ve never done this before although I do meditate on a regular basis. I was going through a difficult time in my life where I was confused and felt lost about the direction of my life and this started to take over, I was losing serious sleep over this and some of my thoughts became irrational and there was nothing I could do to snap out of it. From the first session I had with Derek, I came away with a sense of calm and tranquility I hadn’t felt in a long time and knew that something in me had shifted. I felt like instead of being a part of the anxiety that had bothered me for so long, I was now just observing and it wasn’t affecting me in the same way. The anxiety felt like a separate thing to me and it had no bearing on my emotional state. In the second session I had with Derek, I felt happiness and excitement for what comes next not just calmness. I also experienced clarity in my thoughts and im more grounded. I’m very much looking forward to my final session with Derek. If you reach out to anyone for help, I wholeheartedly recommend Derek as the one person you reach out to. More...

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20 August 2025

I've had 3 sessions with Derek as I was seeking help with my anxiety and fears. Almost immediately after the first session I started noticing a change in me, being calmer and less anxious. I also noticed a lot less fear when faced with something that would have otherwise paralysed me before the sessions. I hope this new found calmness stays with me for good! I would recommend Derek's services to anyone. More...

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4 July 2025

I had been impacted by stress and anxiety and I find difficult to cope with the big changes and unexpected things in life. Ny wife signed me up for a 3 session program for hypnotherapy with Derek and I am very pleased. I started to notice the changes very shortly after. It helps think clear and take moment before diving into a spiral of overwhelming thoughts. As you are calmer you think clearer and can manage it better. I am very grateful and satisfied with the programe and Derek. He was very clear and made the whole process easy to follow. Definitely recommend him and his approach! More...

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25 April 2025

The sessions I had with Derek were a revelation for me. He has completely transformed the aspect of my life that I went to him about. The 3 sessions I had with him were massively helpful and his calm, professional and clearly passionate approach to hypnotherapy was a major reason behind the success. I would highly recommend anybody to give hypnotherapy a go with Derek as you WILL NOT be disappointed with the results. I've even booked in for another set of sessions to help me with another issue. More...

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27 March 2025

Hypnotherapy with Derek. I highly recommend him and his service. He made me feel relaxed and comfortable from the outset, explained the process and after 3 sessions I’m feeling confident in my weight loss journey. In just over a week since my last session I’ve lost nearly 7lbs!! Don’t hesitate to contact him More...

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25 March 2025

I can’t thank Derek enough for the support and transformation he’s helped me achieve. I came to him struggling with social anxiety, something that has held me back for years. Through his calm, professional, and genuinely caring approach, I’ve started to feel more confident and in control in social situations. His sessions are powerful yet relaxing, and I always leave feeling better than when I walked in. Derek has a real gift for what he does – I’m so grateful for his help and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to make a positive change in their life. More...

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17 March 2025

I went to Derek for hypnotherapy to address my fear of birth, and I couldn’t be more grateful for his guidance. Using hypnobirthing techniques, Derek helped me release my anxieties and build confidence around the birth process. The experience was incredibly transformative — my birth was much quicker and far more relaxing than I had anticipated. Thanks to Derek’s calm, supportive approach, I felt empowered and at ease every step of the way. Highly recommend him for anyone looking to overcome fear and approach birth with a positive mindset. More...

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31 January 2025

Its important to note when you encounter someone who has a special gift and Derek has just that. He has created a space of tranquility and peace in order to treat people with various conditions assessing their situation and allowing them to feel at ease. Derek's services lend to a whole host of conditions whether it be serious conditions such as grief, stress, anxiety, trauma or indeed just recalibration of oneself. I would recommend his service and his as a practitioner. More...

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13 January 2024

Hypnotherapy

I was quite nervous and a bit sceptical if I am honest. Derek was amazing. Put me at ease and explained everything before the first session. I had three sessions and I cannot tell you the diffence in me. I am so so grateful and would highly recommend him especially if you are nervous. Thank you Derek. More...

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19 October 2023

Hypnotherapy

Derek Coleman knows his field of work thoroughly I feel certain he will be able to help me achieve my goals

15 October 2023

This was my first experience of hypnotherapy so initially felt a little apprehensive but had heard great reviews. Derek was so welcoming and reassuring every step of the way guiding me through my hypnotherapy experience. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, feeling relaxed and rested whilst my loved ones also noticing a difference in me. I’ll definitely return to Derek in the future as and when needed. If you’re thinking about it and unsure go for it! You won’t regret it. Great value for money and cannot fault my experience in any way More...

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Thank you so much for your very kind review, Emily. I really enjoyed our time together & I'm so pleased I could help you. Thanks, again Derek

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4 September 2023

Hypnotherapy

Some good reviews people wonder if it’s made up, this is not. I’m a real person who has used Derek’s services and will be going to see him again.

Derek made me feel important and my life concerns valid right from the first phone call where we discussed what was going on in my life.
At my first appointment we went through how he could help and what to expect. He made me feel relaxed, important and most of all NOT silly for having the issues I did.

Derek is great, during all my sessions he listened to what I had to say and having someone who actually understood how I was feeling and why it was effecting me was half my battle sorted.

I cannot recommend Derek highly enough, great value for money, lovely setting to relax and talk and a genuine person who understands and listens.

Thank you Derek. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
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Reply from Positive Change Hypnotherapy

Thanks you so much for your review Simon. I feel humbled by your kind comments & most importantly, that it's helped you on your journey. It was great seeing the positive change in you each week.

12 August 2023

I was very nervous at the beginning and Derek made me feel comfortable. I had a total of 3 sessions after after the very first session my life had begun to change. I suffer with claustrophobia and now I am at a point where I am in control and it does not control me.

I would recommend anybody who is suffering with any phobia to go and see Derek who can help and support.

Thank you Derek for supporting me.
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Reply from Positive Change Hypnotherapy

Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure seeing the positive change in you, in such a short period of time. I'm so pleased you were so calm getting on that plane, even with the delay :-)

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19 July 2023

Hypnotherapy

I was a smoker for 57 years and wanted to stop smoking for health reasons but didn't have the will power to succeed and always relapsed after a day or two. I contacted several hypnotherapists and didn't feel comfortable with them.

Once I spoke with Derrek on the phone I immediately knew that he was the right person for me as he made me feel at ease and could empathise with me and understood my situation.

On meeting Derrek on the 14th June 2023 and throughout the 3 consultations I found him to be very professional and approachable. His excellent communication skills and reassuring manor and support enabled me to stop smoking and take one day at a time and exactly 5 weeks later today July 19th I have been able to resist the temptation to light up a cigarette and appreciate how far I have come.

Thanks to Derrek I am now a non smoker.

John
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Reply from Positive Change Hypnotherapy

Thank you so much for your review. I really enjoyed our hypnotherapy sessions & so pleased you've given up smoking. 57 years of smoking to become a non-smoker is a record for me so congratulations. You should be very proud of yourself..... Take care Derek

23 June 2023

Derek exceeded my expectations. Simply the best.
After contacting several therapists I spoke to Derek on the phone and immediately got a feeling of well being .
I was apprehensive about my appointment with Derek but felt I had tried everything else.
From the moment I arrived for my session, Derek’s calm and pleasant manner put me at ease and the clam relaxed state continue throughout each visit.
I am delighted I found Derek and feel that I am cure at last and now thankfully, have my diet under control.
My experience was worth every penny and I would urge anyone with issues of any kind to visit Derek.
Thank you Derek
Kathleen Alexander
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Reply from Positive Change Hypnotherapy

Thank you so much for such an amazing review, Kathy. I feel truly humbled & it's been a real pleasure to help you on your journey. Thanks,again Derek

22 June 2023

I went to see Derek after trying so many fad diets I had developed a very bad relationship with food. I couldn’t lose weight for love nor money due to binging and then starving. Eating everything in the cupboard because it the diet was starting Monday that used to last two days.

I had an obsession with the scales and got very upset if they didn’t go down within 3 days like they do when you lose water on a fad diet.
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22 June 2023

I went to see Derek after trying so many fad diets I had developed a very bad relationship with food. I couldn’t lose weight for love nor money due to binging and then starving. Eating everything in the cupboard because the diet was starting Monday that used to last two days.

I had an obsession with the scales and go crazy if they didn’t go down within 3 days like they do when you lose water on a fad diet.

I was in a lot of pain by the time I went to see Derek as a last resort. I now realise I needed to get to the route of the cause and change my learnt bad habits.

I cannot recommend Derek highly enough and I truly believe he wants to help he has a very calming disposition I immediately felt comfortable with him.

I haven’t been on the scales since and have stopped comfort eating when I get home from work. My mind is now telling me that food will be there tomorrow I don’t need to over eat today. I’m genuinely making better decisions with ease opting for smaller portions and not going up to the buffet twice ect…

I’m so grateful I feel cured please don’t hesitate to go to Derek for help. I know I’m now on my way to my happy weight.

Without going on the scales my clothes are fitting better now and I’m feeling a massive sense of relief.

I hope this helps anyone else on pain and struggling with their weight. Sometimes you need to rewire your mind of unhealthy thoughts, good luck.
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Reply from Positive Change Hypnotherapy

Thanks so much for such a lovely review, Roxanne. It's been great to see the positive change in your mind which will ultimately change your body shape. Thanks again, Derek

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19 June 2023

Hypnotherapy

Finally at 51 decided to sort out my relationship with food and take control. I felt I needed a little help though and instead of diets and pills, which I had tried before, I decided on Hypnotherapy. I found Derek on Bark and I am so glad I did.
He and I have changed my relationship with food. And after three sessions I am no longer a secret picker of snacks in my office, treat picker after dinner. With the help of Derek from the fist session, I was in control of what I put in my mouth.
I will and have already recommended Derek as it has this has changed my relationship with food.
Thank you so much Derek
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Reply from Positive Change Hypnotherapy

Thank you so much for your review, Lisa. I was so pleased to see such an instant positive change in your relationship with food & thanks again for the recommendation. Take care Derek

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11 May 2023

Hypnotherapy

Brilliant! Really helped with my anxiety!

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Reply from Positive Change Hypnotherapy

Thanks for your review Ellie. I'm so pleased I was able to help you. Take care Derek

30 March 2023

I had 3 sessions with Derek to help with my claustrophobia when on a plane . These sessions really helped me, so much so that I actually enjoyed my flight. Thank you so much Derek, it really made a difference for me. More...

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Reply from Positive Change Hypnotherapy

Thanks for your review Chrissy. It was a pleasure working with you & I'm really pleased, I could help you make the positive change, for your flights. Thanks, Derek.

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28 February 2023

Hypnotherapy

Very efficient in supplying contact information about hypnotherapists.

28 December 2022

Derek was amazing! As a Senior Director I have to regularly present to large audiences. It has always scared me to death & I needed something to calm me down.
I was recommended to Derek from a friend who had said what a great hypnotherapist he was.
Derek made me feel at ease straight away with his incredible calm nature.
I had 3 sessions with him, he not only hypnotised me but also gave me valuable insights from his time of public speaking.
I tested my new skills & my new found confidence in a recent event I presented at for 120 people. It went brilliantly & I am very grateful to Derek.
I’ve recommended him to 2 friends & a work colleague, already.
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It has always been a passion of mine to understand people & how they think. I believe the mind is the most powerful thing on the planet & if managed properly, anything is achievable.

As a Senior Director of a very well known recruitment company for 25 years & having over 200 people reporting to me, helping people has been my lifetimes work.

This often culminated, in helping overcome their personal barriers, which more than often, was the key to achieving their work goals.

I have 3 grown up children who I'm immensely proud of who all have children of their own & I adore them.

Taking my passion for helping people, one step further, I embarked in qualifying as a hypnotherapist.

I have always been interested in the mind & self help. I have embarked on a number of Neuro Linguistic Programmes (NLP) over the last 20 years. Then having read a number of books on hypnosis & the positive change it made to peoples lives. It inspired me to qualify.
Having qualified, it naturally developed with my passion for helping people.

I'd like to make a positive change to your life as I have done for countless people.
I have a 92% success rate.
I'm very compassionate & understanding. Everything is totally private & confidential.
I am a fully qualified hypnotherapist who is fully insured.
I have a studio at the bottom of my garden dedicated to hypnotherapy.

I would rather offer my services face-face as I believe there's a better energy that flow between us but can provide online services & have successfully conducted online hypnotherapy all over the world.

Services

At Positive Change Hypnotherapy, we deal with a myriad of issues, including anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, phobias, fears, boosting confidence, public speaking, weight loss, quit smoking. A full list of areas we cover, is listed below:
We use the latest neuro-scientific methods, together with cognitive behavioural therapies or suggestion therapy, depending upon your need, to help you make a positive change on a holistic level.
Addictions *
Alcohol abuse *
Anxiety *
Blushing
Bruxism (teeth grinding)
Depression *
Drug addiction *
Eating problems *
Exam stress and anxiety
Fear of flying
Food addiction *
Gambling addiction *
Insomnia *
Irritable bowel syndrome
Low self-confidence *
Low self-esteem
Obsessions and compulsions *
Pain management *
Panic attacks *
Phobias *
Public speaking
Quit smoking
Relationship issues
Relaxation
Sleep problems *
Sports performance
Stress *
Stuttering *
Tinnitus *
Weight loss