Positive Minds Therapies
Smallwood
Smallwood
Andrew specialises in helping people with Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Panic Attacks, OCD, Past Trauma, and Abuse survivors. Making him highly effective in helping with these problems. As a specialist therapist, he has a better understanding and greater experience in helping people with these types of problems and has dedicated time to studying the most effective ways to help anyone overcome them.
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What do you love most about your job?
Andrew has a genuine passion to help people. The enjoyment of watching someone progress in their goals and seeing the change in them from the initial consultation phone call, right through to the final session is very rewarding.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Having been through a very difficult period in my life over 25 years ago, I have been the client needing help. So to be able to provide a freindly, professional service to others who are reaching out to find the help they need is such a priviledge to experience.
Why should our clients choose you?
Andrew has 25 years of expereince as a Clinical Hypnotherapist and NLP Coach. He has worked in the NHS Mental Health and Private sector (The Priory Hospital). He has specialised in helping people with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Phobias and Abuse, which allows him to focus and gain vast experience in this field.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Hypnotherapy can be done online but I feel it is best in person, so the connection is made quickly and easily in the therapy room setting rather than on a screen.
Clinical Hypnotherapy
Clinical Hypnotherapy: is a therapeutic approach to help individuals to address a wide range of emotional, psychological and behavioural issues. Hypnosis is a state of focused attention and deep relaxation in which an individual becomes highly reseptive to suggestions and imagery. Clinical Hypnotherapy is conducted by trained professionals, often licensed therapists or counsellors, who use hypnosis as a tool to facilitate a therapeutic change.
Trained Professionals: Clinical hypnotherapists are typically licensed mental health professionals who have received specialized training in hypnotherapy techniques. They have a deep understanding of psychology and the human mind
NLP Coaching
NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) coaching is a form of coaching that draws on the principles of NLP to help individuals achieve personal and professional goals. NLP focuses on the connection between neurological processes, language, and behavioral patterns learned through experience, and how these can be changed to achieve specific goals in life.
In the context of coaching, NLP techniques are used to help individuals overcome mental barriers, improve communication skills, and enhance personal development. NLP coaching can be beneficial for various aspects of life, including but not limited to:
Personal development: NLP coaching can assist individuals in identifying and changing limiting beliefs and behaviors, enabling them to achieve personal growth and self-improvement.
Communication skills: NLP techniques can help individuals improve their communication skills, including both verbal and non-verbal communication, leading to better interactions and relationships with others.
Goal setting and achievement: NLP coaching can aid individuals in setting specific, achievable goals and implementing strategies to reach them effectively.
Overcoming fears and phobias: NLP techniques can be used to help individuals overcome fears and phobias by altering the way the mind processes these emotions.
Performance enhancement: NLP coaching can help individuals enhance their performance in various areas, such as sports, business, or creative endeavors, by optimizing their mindset and approach.
NLP coaching typically involves one-on-one sessions with a trained NLP coach who guides the individual through various NLP techniques and exercises tailored to their specific goals and challenges. These sessions may include discussions, visualizations, and practical exercises aimed at fostering personal growth and development.
It is important to note that while NLP coaching has been beneficial for many individuals, its effectiveness can vary from person to person. When seeking an NLP coach, it is essential to ensure that they are certified and experienced in using NLP techniques for coaching purposes.
TimeLine Therapy
The key concept behind Timeline Therapy is that our memories and experiences are stored in a linear manner in our subconscious mind, creating an internal "timeline" of our life events. By working with this timeline, individuals can access past experiences and emotions, gain insights, and reframe negative emotions to create positive change.
The main goals of Timeline Therapy include:
Resolving negative emotions: Timeline Therapy aims to help individuals identify and release negative emotions such as anger, sadness, fear, guilt, and hurt that may be linked to past experiences.
Letting go of limiting beliefs: The therapy helps individuals identify and change limiting beliefs that may be holding them back from achieving their goals and living a fulfilling life.
Setting meaningful goals: Through the process, individuals can clarify their life goals and create a compelling future for themselves, thus enhancing motivation and direction in life.
The process of Timeline Therapy typically involves guiding the individual into a relaxed state, where they can access their subconscious mind and explore their timeline. The therapist may use specific techniques to help the individual detach from negative emotions associated with past events and replace them with more positive and empowering emotions. This process aims to create a sense of emotional freedom and enable individuals to move forward with a more positive outlook on life.
Talking Therapy
This is a combination of Counselling Skills, Solution Focused Therapy and NLP Coaching including TimeLine Therapy. Session prices are £60 per session.
