I am a fully qualified clinical hypnotherapist and stress managment consultant with clinics in Wimborne and Dorchester, specialising in treatments for stress, anxiety, insomnia, stop-smoking, weight-loss, phobias (fear of flying etc), tinnitus, pain management, sports performance, public speaking and pre-exam nerves.
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166 customer reviews
Mark
Richard is very personable and professional, he immediately put me at ease. He has given me some really useful tools to help me manage my anxiety caused by severe tinnitus. Would highly recommend!
Sonia Craddock
Richard was professional, friendly, and very patient! He has a calming presence which helped me to relax. I was aware of his success with a family member so had a basic confidence in him before we met. I had 4 sessions and honestly, it’s been life changing for me. I can highly recommend him. More...
Sonia Craddock
Richard is professional, kind and patient. I had 4 sessions which included dealing with my fear of flying and I can honestly say, it has been life changing. I can highly recommend him.
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Patrick Reeve
Having smoked for nearly 35 years I had reached a point in life where I was not sure I could quite the habit. A friend from work referred me having successfully quit smoking over 8 years ago through hypnosis. I was smitten and self confident. The day arrived and I was excited. Yesterday marked 4 weeks of living without smoking or any alternative. It can be done… I think you are the key to your own success. Without ambition to quit, it unlikely to work. I am so grateful that Richard was able to endorse my commitment to quiting nicotine. 10/10 More...
Pat Reeve
Having smoked for nearly 35 years I had reached a point in life where I was not sure I could quite the habit. A friend from work referred me having successfully quit smoking over 8 years ago through hypnosis. I was smitten and self confident. The day arrived and I was excited. Yesterday marked 4 weeks of living without smoking or any alternative. It can be done… I think you are the key to your own success. Without ambition to quit, it unlikely to work. I am so grateful that Richard was able to endorse my commitment to quoting nicotine. 10/10 More...
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Michele Yurbas
I have attended hypnotherapy sessions with Richard twice. I found him to be entirely professional but at the same time friendly, interesting and interested.
His calm voice soothed even before any sort of hypnosis. He put me completely at ease immediately.
There were a few reasons why I consulted him, and I am so pleased with how he has been so successful in helping me with them. There has been a great improvement in a lot of areas of my life. One example is that I have suffered from severe hot flushes for the last 33 years, since I had a hysterectomy. I now have much fewer, thanks to Richard, but when I do have one, I have ways to overcome it. It is such a relief.
I will be having a third session for another problem, but I am really looking forward to it as afterwards I feel completely uplifted and refreshed. I only wish I had discovered him before!
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Julie Good
100% recommend Richard. He is a highly professional hypnotherapist. Went to him for weight management but got so much more & can't thank him enough. A lovely, caring man.
Julie Good
I highly recommend Richard. After many failed attempts to lose weight Richard was recommended by a family friend. After just two sessions my whole thought process around over eating & constantly thinking about food has changed significantly. In a very short time I'm eating healthy & being more active. Only wish I'd found Richard sooner. More...
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Sasha
Hypnotherapy
Richard has been treating me for general anxiety disorder through hypnotherapy and CBT therapy for the past 2 months. I feel so much better already and have learnt great techniques I can use daily to help over come my disorder. Richard is kind, calm and patient. He is also always on the end of the phone if I have any questions or problems between sessions. After 2 hypnotherapy sessions I feel so much more comfortable and confident in life, and our CBT sessions allow me to express myself and feelings that cause the underlying issues. I look forward to our sessions and can finally see light at the end of a very dark tunnel. Thank you Richard for all you do More...
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Richard has been treating me for general anxiety disorder through hypnotherapy and CBT therapy for the past 2 months. I feel so much better already and have learnt great techniques I can use daily to help over come my disorder. Richard is kind, calm and patient. He is also always on the end of the phone if I have any questions or problems between sessions. After 2 hypnotherapy sessions I feel so much more comfortable and confident in life, and our cbt sessions allow me to express myself and feelings that cause the underlying issues. I look forward to our sessions and can finally see light at the end of a very dark tunnel. Thank you Richard for all you do More...
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James G
I can not recommend Richard highly enough. My partner went to him about a year ago, and more recently I had organised for my daughter to see him also. (Both probably had 3-4 sessions with him). I can really notice the difference in them, worth every penny. More...
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AJ
I would highly recommend Richard. My son went to see him to overcome his phobia of buttons. It’s amazing after 3 sessions he was cured. The sessions were very informative too, useful tips on how to manage your thoughts in different circumstances. Richard was so patient and understanding too. Thank you Richard More...
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Amanda-Jane
I would highly recommend Richard. My son went to see him to over come his phobia of buttons. It’s amazing after 3 sessions he was cured. The sessions were very informative too, useful tips on how to manage your thoughts in different circumstances. Richard was so patient and understanding too. Thank you Richard More...
Harriet
I would highly recommend Richard, he has been a great help with anxiety and general counselling support.
mia 03
Richard is a brilliant hypnotherapist and has helped me so much in just 4 sessions (saw difference after just 1). After years suffering with anxiety and phobias I now feel much more at ease and happy in my day to day life. Richard’s sessions have changed my life. I’d recommend him to anyone! More...
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Mia
Hypnotherapy
Richard is a brilliant hypnotherapist and has helped me so much in just 4 sessions (saw difference after just 1). After years suffering with anxiety and phobias I now feel much more at ease and happy in my day to day life. Richard’s sessions have changed my life. I’d recommend him to anyone! More...
annabel zingaro
Richard is a fantastic therapist, I have been able to work through some of the hardest life moments with Richard and be so much better for it. I highly recommend him! Don't hesitate to call and book an appointment More...
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Annabel Norris
Richard is a wonderful therapist and coach, I have been working with him for a few months now with stress, anxiety and trauma, and I am so much better than I was before seeing him.
I ve been to other types of therapy before now, but this is something that truly makes an impactful difference to your life.
I highly recommend Richard!
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Lisa
Hypnotherapy
I have been a smoker since I was 15 and I am now 39! The only time I successfully gave up for any length of time was when I was pregnant with my little boy and I foolishly started again several months after he was born.
I’ve tried repeatedly since to give it up for good and have failed miserably every single time. I became desperate to give up as the guilt and anxiety with every cigarette I smoked genuinely hurt knowing I could be shortening my life with each one! I decided I wanted to give myself a fighting chance to be here for as long as I can to watch my boy grow into a man so I went on a mission to find a way that would help me be done with nicotine once and for all!
Thanks to bark.com I was able to input my information and type exactly what I was looking for and I thank my lucky stars that a man called Richard Cawte reached out with a kind, caring and informative message which I felt an instant connection to. A phone conversation followed shortly after and an appointment was confidently made! Nervous, excited and every other emotion was felt in the run up but I knew in my heart I was ready to end my addiction. I can honestly say, Richard is quite possibly one of the most easiest, down to earth and professional individuals I have ever met which made my whole experience truly wonderful and relaxed. The time passed so quickly and now three days post appointment I am still in shock with how incredible my whole experience was. Hand on heart I am now a NON SMOKER!!! I have had zero cravings which has literally blown my mind and I have been able to fill the periods where I would usually be smoking with healthier more enjoyable activities!
Richard has given me a new lease of life, lifted my soul and potentially extended my life and I will be forever grateful!!
Thank you Richard. I look forward to working with you again on other aspects of my life to help bring out the best version of myself. You are truly incredible and insanely talented Mr Cawte✨
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Lisa Marie Bennett
I have been a smoker since I was 15 and I am now 39! The only time I successfully gave up for any length of time was when I was pregnant with my little boy and I foolishly started again several months after he was born. I’ve tried repeatedly since to give it up for good and have failed miserably every single time. I became desperate to give up as the guilt and anxiety with every cigarette I smoked genuinely hurt knowing I could be shortening my life with each one! I decided I wanted to give myself a fighting chance to be here for as long as I can to watch my boy grow into a man so I went on a mission to find a way that would help me be done with nicotine once and for all! Thanks to bark.com I was able to input my information and type exactly what I was looking for and I thank my lucky stars that a man called Richard Cawte reached out with a kind, caring and informative message which I felt an instant connection to. A phone conversation followed shortly after and an appointment was confidently made! Nervous, excited and every other emotion was felt in the run up but I knew in my heart I was ready to end my addiction. I can honestly say, Richard is quite possibly one of the most easiest, down to earth and professional individuals I have ever met which made my whole experience truly wonderful and relaxed. The time passed so quickly and now three days post appointment I am still in shock with how incredible my whole experience was. Hand on heart I am now a NON SMOKER!!! I have had zero cravings which has literally blown my mind and I have been able to fill the periods where I would usually be smoking with healthier more enjoyable activities! Richard has given me a new lease of life, lifted my soul and potentially extended my life and I will be forever grateful!! Thank you Richard. I look forward to working with you again on other aspects of my life to help bring out the best version of myself. You are truly incredible and insanely talented Mr Cawte✨ More...
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Belinda Hughes
Very professional and approachable in manner, Richard is very knowledgeable about psychology and hypnosis! I felt comfortable in his presence and although sceptical at first, something has changed for the better after my sessions. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family. More...
Amy Dowdeswell
I was struggling with the fear of going live on social media - putting my face out there and talking live to people on Tiktok literally paralysed me for 2 years - my business was struggling and sales we slow, even having to let staff go. I had one hypnotherapy session with Richard and as soon as it ended I couldn’t wait to get online! My sales are up 45% now and I am confident, I enjoy talking on Tiktok live every other day and have had the biggest week of sales I’ve had in years. Richard is incredible at what he does, he’s changed my life! I will continue to check in with him whenever any kind of fear creeps in and I highly recommend him for hypnotherapy & success coaching. More...
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Natalie Adams
Richard has really helped me cope with life stresses and anxiety. He has provided me with coping mechanisms to enable a more balanced lifestyle. Before I started seeing Richard I was terrified of flying. With his help I am able to not dread travel. It was been life changing and I would highly recommend him More...
Peter Waine
Richard was unbelievably good! I had tried many different counsellors to help deal with addiction and whilst they did help the addiction was always there, waiting to raise its head again! After just one session almost 8 months ago the addiction had disappeared and has never come back, I truly feel free and able to live without anything holding me back. Now I see Richard for other things such as career progression and focus. Such a kind, calm, non-judgmental & intelligent person. I will be forever grateful to him and continue to visit him as and when I feel I need some guidance. If you’re reading this and are sceptical please, please go and see him. It could change your life forever! Good luck & enjoy it! More...
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Peter
Richard was unbelievably good! I had tried many different counsellors to help deal with addiction and whilst they did help the addiction was always there, waiting to raise its head again! After just one session almost 8 months ago the addiction had disappeared and has never come back, I truly feel free and able to live without anything holding me back. Now I see Richard for other things such as career progression and focus. Such a kind, calm, non-judgmental & intelligent person. I will be forever grateful to him and continue to visit him as and when I feel I need some guidance. If you’re reading this and are sceptical please, please go and see him. It could change your life forever! Good luck & enjoy it! More...
Ian & Liz M
Richard is great! - he has been helping us to manage stress and performance anxiety for competitive ballroom dancing. He is a very skilled hypnotherapist and takes great care and expertise to understand your feelings and worries and using his talent to make you feel confident and perform at your best. He is kind and professional and a pleasure to meet. The benefits were clear from the first session! We have no hesitation in recommending him. More...
Ian and Liz M
Richard is great! - he has been helping us to manage stress and performance anxiety for competitive ballroom dancing. He is a very skilled hypnotherapist and takes great care and expertise to understand your feelings and worries and using his talent to make you feel confident and perform at your best. He is kind and professional and a pleasure to meet. The benefits were clear from the first session! We have no hesitation in recommending him. More...
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Jenny W
I can’t say how amazed and delighted I am with the outcome of two meetings with Richard. He has helped me with my relationship with alcohol. This has meant that I’ve been able to get through some very difficult recent events without resorting to reaching for the wine. I feel completely liberated. I enjoyed my meetings with Richard and would highly recommend him. More...
Cara Lennon
What a beautiful human Richard is - I first came to Richard for some help dealing with my anxiety and secondly came a few months later to give up smoking - I have now been a non smoker for 6 months and don't see myself ever smoking again! I can truly say Richard has influenced some of the most great changes i’ve made in my life and I owe him huge credit to being truly the happiest I have felt in my life. He worked with me in the most kind, caring and understanding way and is truly one of the nicest people I have come across. I could not recommend Richard enough! More...
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Cara Crowther
What a beautiful human Richard is - I first came to Richard for some help dealing with my anxiety and secondly came a few months later to give up smoking.
I can truly say Richard has influenced some of the most great changes i’ve made in my life and I owe him huge credit to being truly the happiest I have felt in my life. He worked with me in the most kind, caring and understanding way and is truly one of the nicest people I have come across. I could not recommend Richard enough!
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Vee Dub
Good listener, great therapist, kind human, highly recommended
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Carl Wheeler
I WENT TO SEE RICHARD AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO GIVE UP SMOKING ! ITS BEEN 10 DAYS NOW NO CRAVINGS . DON,T EVEN WANT A CIGARETTE. REALLY NICE GUY TO WORK WITH . HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THANKS RICHARD More...
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Aviva Halter
Hypnotherapy
I thought I would always be a smoker, I hated myself every morning, the coughing and gasping.
I had tried everything before I went to see Richard Cawte,he didn’t just stop me smoking but also looked into so much more with the therapy.
I really enjoyed the sessions and would strongly recommend anyone who would like to stop smoking to go and see him.
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Mary Hart
I have been having hypnotherapy with Richard for long term sleep issues. Little did I know that it would be so life changing. I cannot recommend him highly enough. His calm, reassuring persona would give absolutely anyone confidence. His experience and expertise are all you need. More...
Alex
My 18 year old daughter has had a few sessions with Richard. There has been a huge improvement in many areas of my daughter’s life without her even being aware of it.
We are very grateful of Richard’s calm, caring and understanding approach as well as his vast knowledge and experience.
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Aisha
I was recommended Richard by a friend and taking the leap to get help was the best thing I did. Richard was kind, understanding and extremely helpful; providing me with tool to help my stress management. Would recommend him to anyone. More...
MG
If you are contemplating visiting Richard, then I would say, ‘Go for it!’ He has completely changed my life! I went to see him for chronic pain, chronic high level anxiety and insomnia.
I saw him regularly to begin with and he has really helped. I have been to see him with terrible anxiety over upcoming events and I’ve left him feeling completely different, managing the event with no panic, cold sweats or rapid heartbeats! Now I make an appointment only when I feel I need a little extra help.
I had some initial worries, so I wanted to share them and my responses:
A) would I feel happy discussing my life with a man I don’t know? The answer is absolutely yes! No need to be nervous, Richard is a kind, patient, empathetic man who is full of knowledge and skill. You will instantly feel at ease the moment you meet him.
B) is it like the entertainment hypnosis I have seen on the television where I won’t know what I am doing? Absolutely not, you will be exceptionally relaxed, it’s similar to how you feel between being awake and falling asleep but you will know what is happening.
I thoroughly recommend Richard, I’m very grateful to have found him.
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Kate Saunders
A friend recommended Richard very highly as she felt he might be the right person to help me with stress and anxiety that were triggering health problems, and she was absolutely right! I found that with Richard there is a sense of working together towards achievable goals; of being guided and introduced to tools, strategies and exercises to put into practice, which really work. Richard is kind, sensitive, positive, professional and focused, and has a nice sense of humour! Having initially hoped to find help with two particular problems, these were achieved, and so much more. I am immensely grateful. More...
Helena Wilde
This was my first time with hypnotherapy and I wasn’t disappointed! I am now an ex-smoker thanks to Richard. He really is amazing and I wish I could have hypnotherapy with him every week!
Helena Wilde
Richard was referred by a friend who he had helped. Fantastic service! Within 3 hrs split over two sessions I became an ex-smoker! Amazing!
Helena Ward
Richard was referred by a friend who he had helped. Fantastic service! Within 3 hrs split over two sessions I became an ex-smoker! Amazing!
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Dave
Words can't truely describe how I feel about this gentleman... After browsing and researching hypnotherapy, I came across Richards profile, unlike some of the others in my area. . he was actually smiling, which instantly drew me to read more.. After speaking to Richard on the telephone, I was sure Id made the right choice and the 1st initial consultation I KNEW I had made the best decision. In 1 session I felt more positive than I ever had compared to 'state paid' therapists. Richard has a way of tweaking how you process things and guides you with tips that are easily achievable.. After 4 months I have never felt better and more positive about life.. He truely changed my life and can't ever thank him enough.. I will forever wake up with an orange and be blessed that I am here... Thank you Richard 🍊🦁 More...
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Dave Barry
Words can't truely describe how I feel about this gentleman...
After browsing and researching hypnotherapy, I came across Richards profile, unlike some of the others in my area.
. he was actually smiling, which instantly drew me to read more..
After speaking to Richard on the telephone, I was sure Id made the right choice and the 1st initial consultation I KNEW I had made the best decision.
In 1 session I felt more positive than I ever had compared to 'state paid' therapists.
Richard has a way of tweaking how you process things and guides you with tips that are easily achievable..
After 4 months I have never felt better and more positive about life.. He truely changed my life and can't ever thank him enough.. I will forever wake up with an orange and be blessed that I am here...
Thank you Richard 🍊🦁
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Lexi Vallelly
I was struggling to sleep & relax. Richard helped me pin point why and what it was, he helped me relax when I was with him and also taught me strategies in order for me to do this on my own. Brilliant help. Highly recommend!
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Matt Urch
Working with Richard has been a life changing experience. He’s given me tools to navigate through life and work in a more enjoyable, efficient and manageable way. I couldn’t recommend his services highly enough. More...
Lexi Vallelly
I was struggling to sleep & relax. Richard helped me pin point why and what it was, he helped me relax when I was with him and also taught me strategies in order for me to do this on my own.
Brilliant help.
Highly recommend!
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Matthew
Working with Richard from the beginning was fantastic, and it only got better, a very knowledgeable and experienced person in his field of training but also very welcoming to never make you feel uneasy!
I thank Richard for his services and recommend him to anyone, even for a friendly chat!
Matthew
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Sally
Hypnotherapy
Visited Richard for assistance to stop smoking, I had no preconceived idea but can't thank Richard enough. Have not smoked since seeing him.
Richard was very professional and made me feel very relaxed and comfortable throughout the visit.
Huge thank you
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Daniel Terry
I was given Richards details from a previous client. I had been looking for a hypnotherapist willing to work with me for a long time. The issue I had was wanting to quit smoking and that I had also studied hypnotherapy myself about 16 years ago. I had spoken to a lot of therapists and spoke about the conundrum where I was partially qualified. Most didn’t reply to initial contact or I was put off by their immediate reply that we could give it a go and keep up a therapy regime. They felt like a cash grab! Richard was very different and I felt comfortable and confident in him immediately. We had healthy discussions prior to my treatment. I booked a long session with him in June 2023. After 1 session I have stopped smoking completely after 31 years! We are all very different. What works for me may not work for you with an immediate effect. A lot depends on your real desire to change habits. In fact +50% of this lays with your mindset to stop habits. Richard is very professional. I have already given his details to my friends and family. For me Richard is 10/10 and comes highly recommended More...
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Adam mawdesley
Working with Richard on a particular phobia of mine was an absolute revelation. He has a great way of making you feel comfortable, that it’s normal for people to have doubts about themselves and then takes you on a journey to resolves those doubts. I’d recommend Richard to anyone who just needs that little bit of help to resolve any internal battles or challenges they face. On top of that, a really interesting and lovely man to talk to. More...
What do you love most about your job?
I love helping people change the way they live their lives for the better, achieving their goals becoming healthier and feeling better about many aspects of life. Perhaps the favourite part of my job is receiving testimonial from clients who have made changes they truly did not believe possible until we started to work on them, such as sleeping well for the first time in years, stopping smoking after a lifetime of cigarettes or losing weight and feeling great both inside and out.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I've always been fascinated by the power of the mind. Having studied CBT I then looked into hypnotherapy (having used it to stop smoking myself) and found that it was the most effective of the talking therapies.
Why should our clients choose you?
I'm experienced, honest and all clients are treated with 100% confidentiality. I have a Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy from the London College of Clinical Hypnosis, am a member of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (which is vetted by the Professional Standards Authority). This means I have a professional code of conduct that I adhere to.
I am neither the most expensive nor the cheapest hypnotherapist in the area, but I believe you receive excellent value as I allow 90 minutes per session. I hope that you will enjoy working with me, even when looking at some of the more serious conditions and leave my office feeling better each time.
Mentoring/Coaching
I have years of experience in different businesses and have travelled a great deal. My belief is that when you follow your enthusiasms and inspirations, "work" will become something that you love doing just as much as anything else. It will also bring you rich rewards, in all sorts of ways.
Fees: £175 initial appointment (90 mins), £95 for each 60 minute session after that.
Stress Management Consultant
I am a qualified Stress Management Consultant and a happy to see you on an individual or corporate basis, via zoom, Skype or in person.
Fees: £175 initial assessment (90 minutes) and £115 for each following (70 mins) appointment.
Clinical Hypnotherapy
I am a fully qualified, experienced hypnotherapist with a Diploma from the London College of Clinical Hypnosis. My work involves helping you to make the changes, profound or otherwise, in your life, to improve it in the ways you wish for most.
Fees: £175 initial 90 minute assessment, £115 for each following appointment (70 mins). £497 stop smoking.