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The Liberated Mind

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-Are you stuck and lacking direction, or afraid to take action?
-Do you suffer from stress, anxiety, PTSD or a phobia?
-Are you struggling in your personal or work relationships?
-Do you have a lack of confidence, or low self-esteem?

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31 August 2023

It was an interesting, challenging and rewarding experience working through James's MindReboot programme which culminated in a powerful realisation. Thank you. I highly recommend working with James. More...

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25 August 2023

I highly recommend working with James. Working with James is absolutely life changing. One of the best decisions I've ever made!

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22 August 2023

This was just what i needed. Over the course of three months James has helped me to gain the tools to use to deal with my anxieties and stresses. Don’t get me wrong there were times where i was sceptical, but by being honest with James, and discussing this we were able to put these to bed and genuinely work on improving things for me. There is still work to be done, but i can honestly say that james’ approach, attitude and skill has helped me make changes already and improved my way of thinking and how i deal with situations., It may be emotional for you, but I can’t recommend James enough. More...

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18 August 2023

Impressed! James is a must for anyone keen to understand their own mind's workings. I must admit I went in sceptical but I'm glad I did. I've gained understanding into my emotions and why I react the way I do. Not only is he professional, but his passion for his craft is evident. Highly recommended! More...

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24 May 2023

I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending James to anyone struggling with their mental health. Before contacting James, I felt at my very lowest, experiencing terrible gut churning anxiety & fear of everything to come in the future. I was unable to see a positive existence and had lost the ability to find joy in pretty much anything. Having tried many things before to no avail, I admit I was a little apprehensive when signing up to the mind reboot course. Despite this, I was hopeful James could really help me get out of the pit of despair I was in. James immediately put me at ease on our first meeting. He is professional yet relaxed & calming in his approach. He is the most empathetic person who really listens & is absolutely confident in the tools he teaches. James has guided me through clearing some limiting beliefs & anxieties caused by past trauma. I always left the reboot sessions on a high and now have some great tools to help me on my way to be positive and to navigate daily life & all that’s to come. Thank you James, as I’ve said so many times, you’re an absolute wizard! More...

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24 April 2023

As a therapist we often give so much of ourselves to other people and can become exhausted, have low energy and feel quite overwhelmed from a personal perspective. James Mind Reboot has chipped away at my own subconscious blockages over the weeks and allowed me to feel energised , free and confident again to pursue my goals, dreams and ambitions. It has been intense at times re visiting old emotions & fears but absolutely I have felt each week that the slate has been wiped clean , and I now understand the true benefits of Mind Reboot from a therapist having experienced it , moving forwards also to use as a package with my own clients. Every week was new , different and interesting allowing me to approach the past in a safe controlled environment that has lasting benefits. On a personal level James gives 💯 percent to his work , and has the intuition and experience to know when certain emotions or memories need collapsing or re visiting. He’s a true professional. Thanks James , highly recommend. 😊👏👍 More...

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24 April 2023

James is AMAZING! feel fully rebooted. Thank you, highly recommended

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18 April 2023

1 year update. Today I am walking through the farm where I currently live admiring the brightening of the sun, the many yellow flowers, the small soft leaves and all the hopeful and exciting spring signs and I realise that this is the first year in 20 years that I haven't had springtime dissociative despair! all thanks to a technique that James did this time last spring. Needed to share the amazing difference and the joy of recognising the difference 😁 More...

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24 March 2023

Just finish my Mind Reboot helping to clear traumas and Limiting beliefs, I have been on such an amazing journey, which has help me to find the really me and how amazing that feels. I highly recommend James and his mind reboot Thank you James More...

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24 February 2023

James is a truly amazing therapist and I cannot recommend him highly enough. It is the best investment in 'you' that you can make as the positive effects ripple out into all areas of your life. Having recently completed his mind reboot program I have cleared my 'mental clutter' that was taking up headspace and draining me of energy. It has been a life changing. I came to James for help with a severe lifelong phobia and some trauma issues and he has guided me through processing these at their root cause. James has an immensely calming demeanour and within a few minutes of speaking with him I felt comfortable and trusted him to guide me through all this mental baggage. The way he explains the science and background is very logical and calming. He is empathetic, kind, instantly makes you feel at ease and totally brilliant at his work. As well as the positivity I felt by the end of each session, I was reassurred that I was equipped with the tools to deal with any blips that may come up in the future or when uncomfortable thoughts/feelings may surface. Jame's desire and dedication to help is heartfelt and this comes across in his work. Thank you so much James, it has been a life changing journey and I am extremely grateful. You are a star 🌟 More...

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24 February 2023

I contacted James as I was finding that issues from my past were having a negative effect on how I was reacting to everyday situations. The Mind Reboot Program has helped me resolve those issues allowing me to be so much more calmer and positive. I now complete tasks and deal with situations in a much more confident way. James was so knowledgeable I felt I could trust him. I would highly recommend. More...

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24 February 2023

Jame’s mind reboot sessions were fantastic. They helped me straight away from session one resolving the way I feel and react to things, as well as making me aware of my own limiting beliefs about myself & how to change them. Having had other forms of therapy in the past which help to talk things through, I always felt like nothing really changed with them moving forward, however this wasn’t the case with the mind reboot. James is welcoming, friendly and puts you at ease which really helps too. More...

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24 February 2023

Having struggled with an over active mind for many many years, the claim of a liberated mind seemed impossible to achieve. Yet just a few days after finishing my final session with James, the first words that came to mind to describe the differences i felt within myself was “liberated”. Through the sessions many prohibiting thoughts were removed and by the end it felt like I was looking at life through a fresh set of eyes and mind. The process James used was really simple and sometimes almost fun, I enjoyed discovering things about myself I didn’t know had been there. I didn’t have to talk too much about my issues and if any emotion did arise, James used a gentle clam style and techniques to help me move though it. I’d highly recommend his services. More...

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24 February 2023

Was really happy to have finally processed the various traumatic experiences that occurred across the course of my life, so they can exist as memories without the intense emotions that came up when they remembered. My anxiety over the future is significantly improved and I feel now that without the limiting subconscious beliefs that were keeping me stuck in negative loops I can properly get on with my life without going round and round in circles. If you're needing a good clear out and reset of the mind, the 6 session package is one of the best investments you can make for yourself. More...

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14 February 2023

I would 100% recommend James Banfield! After years of various other types of therapy this has been the one that actually made real life improvements. I was initially hesitant and nervous but James very quickly put me at ease and trust was built within the first session. Many things I had been struggling with for years no longer even enter my conscious and it has allowed me (in a very short time) to release narratives that I had thought were now part of who I was. I often go back for check-ins and have the space now to approach other topics I may not have in the past. Thank you James! More...

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4 November 2022

Thank you James! I would have no hesitation in recommending James. He is a wonderful therapist. Kind, compassionate and extremely good at what he does…. making people feel better about themselves and able to achieve whatever it is they are hoping to achieve. He has combined natural empathy and a desire to do good with a very effective and succinct practise. Thank you again James! You’ve helped me to transition through a tough time and made it so much easier, ⭐️⭐️⭐️ More...

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24 October 2022

James is the best therapist I ever had. His Mind Reboot sessions helped me to get rid of traumas and limiting beliefs to achieve the confidence I needed to become a better version of myself. "Anything is possible now because I am amazing":) Thank you so much James. More...

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24 October 2022

James is so brilliant at his work…he created a safe space for me to be honest and real about what I was experiencing. He has an amazing way of making things feel so simple…and the after effects are literally ‘mind blowing’ (no pun intended! ) I’m amazed at how quick the results are too! Thankyou James you are a real life mind magician! More...

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24 October 2022

I have absolutely loved working with James, his ability to explain how the mind works and why we get stuck with behaviours and dealing with our thoughts, was so enlightening in working through my challenges. His calm and patient nature always put me at ease and his guidance throughout every session, even when the tears rolled, has made me understand myself more and given me all the confidence to move out of the cement and forward into a life full of exciting possibilities. Thank you 🙏 so much James ☺️ More...

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11 October 2022

Working with James has been absolutely incredible and in only a couple of months he has helped me to quickly turn my mental health and outlook towards life around. I could notice the positive progress I was making after every session, and James’ relaxed and uplifting demeanour meant I was always comfortable and felt safe. James has a wonderful clear way of explaining how our brains and the sub-conscious parts of the mind work. I was able to understand that the behaviours I had been exhibiting were natural - I just needed some help to create better patterns, rewire some past traumas and get back into the logical part of my brain! I have gone from feeling very low to once again relaxed, confident and excited about being alive and what the future holds, as well as feeling my creativity return. I would absolutely recommend James and encourage anyone considering working with him that it will be the best decision you can make for yourself. 🌟 More...

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24 August 2022

Having tried various therapies and counselling in the past I found myself, during particularly stressful times, reverting to old, destructive behaviours. James helped me understand why this was happening and gave me the tools to finally put things to bed in just a few sessions. I finally feel free of those old behaviours and feel excited about my future. I'd thoroughly recommend working with James and just wish I'd found him sooner! More...

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24 August 2022

My experience of working with James was entirely positive. He is supportive, knowledgeable and created a safe space to resolve my issues. If anyone is hesitant then I would highly recommend you do it, I feel free of the past and it is amazing! Thank you once again@ More...

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24 August 2022

James is professional and excellent at what he does. I came with General Anxiety Disorder and & C-PTSD, and a few other labels. I never had to explain what I’d been through, but if I brought it up he was supportive and listened. The techniques he used have helped me change my responses to many triggers. I can feel such a difference to my life. The memories are there but they feel different, no longer do I feel like I’m reliving the traumas and as a result my anxiety is decreasing overall. And even if it flares I am able to cope, use the techniques and take back control of my life. Thank you James. You are a star. More...

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24 August 2022

James has been amazing in helping me. Having seen many people to help over the years James came with a logical approach which made sense and had an almost immediate effect. This has changed how I am able to go about my day to day life thanks to these sessions. More...

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24 August 2022

James helped me address and deal with some things that had been bothering me for years; he took the time to explain his methods so there weren’t any surprises, his enthusiasm was infectious, and I felt well looked after throughout. Thanks James!

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24 August 2022

I’ve had four sessions with James and cannot believe how much I have changed within myself and my outlook so much so that others are beginning to notice. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending James he is dedicated to improving peoples lives. More...

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24 August 2022

I have recently completed the 5 week mind reboot package which has been amazing. With James' support, guidance and the incredible techniques he uses, I have been able to resolve some very personal deep-rooted issues that have held me back for years. A very powerful and enlightening experience which I would highly recommend. Thank you James. Rachel W More...

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24 August 2022

The work James has done with me has had a profound effect upon the way I think and behave. I feel I have been finally able to let go of all the subconscious beliefs and thought patterns that have, throughout my life, held me back from being my best self. I finally feel like a ‘grownup” with mature responses to challenges, no longer having feelings of self doubt, imposter syndrome or lack of confidence. I truly feel my mind has been liberated from the reactions that have weighed me down. I trusted James within minutes of meeting him. He is kind, reassuring, understanding, knowledgable and able to explain with great clarity why the mind works in the way it does. He has a range of simple but effective techniques to resolve problems which I felt he tailored to suit my needs. Our sessions were efficient, powerful, enlightening and enjoyable and I feel my mind has been left in an extremely healthy place. More...

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24 August 2022

I was feeling down, broken personal failures. I didn't know what to do with myself when James helped me get back on track! In just a few sessions he has made such an impact in getting rid off these negative feelings so quickly. Feels great being positive again :) I highly recommend him if you need a specialist. More...

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24 August 2022

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24 August 2022

James has really helped me understand how my brain works and why I had been in a mental rut for a while. He has also taught me calming techniques and tools that I can carry with me and use at any point in the future. James was extremely understanding, kind and open in our sessions and always made me feel comfortable and safe. Looking forward to using the tools I have learnt and seeing a difference in myself! Thank you so much More...

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24 August 2022

I wasn’t even aware of the traumas that I had been carrying around with me from my childhood, through to my adulthood….. after only a few sessions with James I feel happier, free and totally in control of my emotions. The baggage has gone & I feel lighter & brighter. Thank you for helping me to heal. Would highly recommend More...

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24 August 2022

Working with James has been brilliant. I’ve loved the positivity and calmness of each session. The changes in me have been subtle but also huge. It’s like a slow awakening and a total all over relaxation. Like taking off a heavy coat that you’ve worn for far too long. I thoroughly recommend working with James and you will be amazed at how great you feel x Thank you James - Sue Doo More...

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24 August 2022

I have been a trained therapist for a good number of years and self employed, self suffiecent, used to driving solutions for myself and others for 30 years also; I am also quite talkative😬with all this in mind, I wouldve possibly been a therapists nightmare🙈. However, James was gentle, firm, grounded and managed me, my ego, my independence, my pain and watered my desire for change with a steady compassionate encouraging hand. He has lots of ‘tools’ in his therapist toolbox and chose the right ones in a way that was bespoke to me and not just presciptively or habitually…I feel empowered, I believe I have grown forward with momentum that will urge me on…in helping me he has also helped those future clients of mine also and I am eternally grateful More...

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24 August 2022

With James you feel so reassured that you are in a 'safe pair of hands'. His knowledge and experience allow him to use a range of techniques to address your particular concerns. I like the way you don't have to discuss things at length and, instead, focus on moving forward - letting go of anything that is holding you back. I found the sessions immensely helpful and I am confident that these changes will continue. Thank you! More...

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24 August 2022

Had a block of ‘reboot’ sessions with James. Wow, feel free of all those emotions that I had been subconsciously holding on to. Living my life with a new understanding. Life changing More...

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24 August 2022

I have seen James for some sessions now and has been very impressed with the way he chose to work with me or rather my brain. James is a very gentle , caring , understanding human ,being and his calmness make anyone at ease.I see great improvement in myself. I strongly recommend james for whatever your issues might be and genuinely believe as he helped me he could help you. Naturally I will continue seeing him to improve the quality of my life even further. More...

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9 December 2019

I have had a wonderful experience with James at The Liberated Mind. The patience with which he worked through a long-standing issue was incredible, and he really gives you his undivided attention. James has a wealth of knowledge to draw from and selects the strategy to use with precise care, dependent on your situation. I felt incredibly supported and I can honestly say that James was so invested in helping me through my situation that he would not stop until he was satisfied that I had fully worked through the issues. You don't feel like a client, James really makes you and your issues feel incredibly important, and I would recommend him to anyone with any obstacle they need to move out of the way - you will have an amazingly personal, caring and relaxed experience with an extremely knowledgeable therapist who will make you feel completely cared for at every step. More...

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21 November 2019

The Liberated Mind has been a great experience for myself. Such a welcoming and positive atmosphere.In such a short period I have seen so many improvements in myself, couldn’t of been better! Overall very happy with my experience. H.T More...

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7 November 2019

My sessions with James at The Liberated Mind have been an incredible learning and healing experience. They exceeded my expectations of what hypnotherapy would involve and how quickly and simply it could help me deal with myanxiety. I am forever grateful! SG

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28 October 2019

The sessions with James have been very helpful and I always get a sense of calmness and well being after each one. His approach is professional yet warm and he applies a range of techniques to delve deep in the subconscious and uncover and treat various issues. His interest in helping people and listening skills along with his knowledge and experience make his style unique and a pleasure to work with. Whatever your issues, I definitely recommend seeing James! More...

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28 October 2019

I was looking at the questionnaire James had sent me before starting the coaching to remember where I was before and my aims with the coaching. In this questionnaire I wrote that I was feeling stuck professionally, unemployed yet unable to apply for jobs. This made feel terribly unhappy and lost in life. I had a long depression and my own history of mental illness had made me fearful of life. I was full of doubt regarding myself, feeling unworthy, failing...My goals with the therapy were to overcome my fear of applying for jobs and actually apply to them, to choose a good company where I could remain for a long period and, a deeper question, to help me identify what I truly wanted to do in life that felt fulfilling. I had had CBT and some therapy before which were not effective. Many years ago, I had psychoanalysis and I loved it, yet unfortunately too expensive. Some time ago I had taken a course on NLP and it did help me to reach goals and empower the mind. I searched and found “The Liberated Mind”. I did see 5 stars on all the reviews, and I thought “this is weird”, but the reviews were genuine. So, I gave it a go. James truly knew how to use the NLP techniques plus psychodynamic therapy (the unconscious relationship patterns that may have evolved from your childhood) and Person Centred (self-development in the ‘here and now’). From the beginning I understood that James’ purpose was not to keep me in therapy for years. James released my pain and dealt with PTSD. He was incredibly dedicated to make me feel better. He surely went the extra mile. Very soon I was feeling happier and I certainly came out of the depression quickly. I was achieving my exercise and house management goals; I was having a wonderful relationship with my family and I was thinking positively.Yet, two things were happening: I was not listening to the hypnosis tracks consistently and I unconsciously was searching for a psychoanalytic therapy. By session 10 James said to me that were not progressing as quickly as he expected. I started listening to the tracks every night and I now feel great! I am applying for jobs consistently. Now I feel I am a goal achiever; I have a purpose, I am getting things done (so, do listen to the tracks), I think differently, I approach life in a different way. I am a different person. I will keep on going every 3 weeks and very soon once a month (instead of every week) to keep up the good work and completely engrain the good habits in my unconscious. I feel liberated.Thank you, James. More...

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23 September 2019

James' techniques helped me to get through a difficult time in my life when a few things hadn't gone my way and life had really got to me. In less than 6 or 7 sessions over the course of a few months I'm now much happier and will be more resilient to future bumps in the road. Highly recommended More...

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23 August 2019

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16 August 2019

Wow what a great guy James is! I was super nervous as I’ve never done anything like this before but within minutes of arriving James put me completely at ease and that’s not an easy task when tackling someone like me. I booked to see if James could help with my fear of flying but not only did he help me with that he has also given me the tools to tackle my fear of public speaking too. I honestly left the session feeling super positive and like he has made a real difference to the way I’m looking at things. i felt like I was walking on air afterwards. Instead of a fear of dread when I think of flying I’m now wanting to take a flight to use the tools he’s given me and instead of not wanting to go to a meeting I’m feeling like if I was met with having to talk openly then I would be able to....that’s pretty darn incredible considering the limited time he had with me.He has also sent me a super relaxing video to watch whenever I’m feeling edgy, I watched it this afternoon and passed out on the sofa due to the complete calmness of it, amazing. So yes, I would highly recommend James to anyone looking to tackle something that’s bothering you, he may have just fixed a problem that has severely affected me for the last couple of years and also another thing that has hindered me for many more years than that! Awesome! Thank you so much James.Becca More...

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9 August 2019

I would highly recommend James at The Liberated Mind. It's amazing what a difference he's made to my life in just a couple of months. I have always been an anxious person with low self esteem, and I have struggled with the stresses of life in more recent years. With his supportive, knowledgeable and professional approach, James has helped change my mindset, and I feel happier, more positive and able to cope better with stressful situations. Most of all, I now have clarity of mind and a greater sense of wellbeing, and that is thanks to James. More...

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9 July 2019

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30 June 2019

James is absolutely brilliant. I've seen a few different therapists/counsellors in the past, and James helped me to find the source of my issues and put me in the right direction in just three sessions! He's kind, understanding, supportive and also really knowledgeable when it comes to the human brain and our emotional responses. I strongly recommend him! More...

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1 May 2019

I have been seeing James after he was recommended to me. I had been battling with anxiety and low moods for a while and felt "stuck" not knowing where I was going. I felt very comfortable meeting him and was amazed at how he made everything so much clearer after feeling so muddled for so long. I now have clarity of mind and the anxiety has gone. I now feel ready to move on with my life .thank you James More...

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29 April 2019

I was always a bit cautious when it comes to seeing and talking to people about myself and my mental health, however James made me feel mega comfortable and made me laugh. He explained to me what my head was going and then sorted me right out. After just 4 sessions I feel like I’ve stepped in a new body and I couldn’t be happier with my life, my mental health and who I am. More...

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Q&As

I am a people person so I love meeting and getting to know new people. I am genuinely interested in my clients and helping them reach their full potential. Every person is unique and I like the fact that no two clients will be exactly the same. This also means that I will tailor every session to the individual needs of each client that I work with. Seeing the people I work with thrive, and overcome the limiting beliefs that were holding them back is what gives me the most satisfaction in my job. You can literally see them change and evolve are the move through the therapy process.

I was fed up of working for other people doing work that didn't interest or fulfill me. I wanted to be independent and do a job that I was passionate about. Now I have flexibility and love what I do for a living.

Because I genuinely care about the people I work with, and go the extra mile to make sure that they are having the best possible service. I also teach and supervise other therapists, so I have to know my craft and keep up to date with the latest research and techniques.

Yes, in fact this is becoming a more popular way that people want to work because they can find the best coach or therapist to suit them rather than having to settle for who ever is local to them. The approach I use is just as effective when delivered via zoom as it is if you were in the same room. It is safe, measurable and gets noticeable results by the end of each session.

Services

This is our signature therapy program which is designed to reduce stress levels, improve sleep, release all trauma, resolve anxious & depressive states, re-program emotional triggers, and collapse any limiting beliefs in just 7 sessions.
You leave this program free of the emotional baggage of your past, and feeling more present and confident going forward. You become the very best version of yourself.
Price - £500

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