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Does Quitting Smoking Cause Insomnia? Why It Happens and What Helps

As someone who has guided countless individuals through their smoking cessation journey using hypnotherapy, I can tell you with certainty that you're not alone in experiencing sleep difficulties after quitting. Research shows that up to 42% of people experience...
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Does Nicotine Affect Sleep? Link Between Smoking and Insomnia

Whether you’re lighting a cigarette, hitting a vape, or chewing gum to get through the day, understanding nicotine addiction can reveal how it may be sabotaging your sleep more than you realise. This powerful stimulant affects how quickly you fall asleep, how deeply...
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Top Effective Home Remedies for Insomnia

Insomnia, the frustrating inability to fall or stay asleep, affects millions, leaving them tired, irritable, and less focused. It can stem from stress, poor habits, or health issues, and if untreated, may lead to serious conditions like depression or heart disease....

Why Am I So Angry All the Time? (And How to Get Calm)

Wondering why you’re always feeling mad? Do you often catch yourself feeling irritated or moody for no obvious reason? Maybe you snap at people you care about, or feel constantly frustrated—even when things seem to be going fine on the surface. If you’ve been asking...
Experiencing stress through work.

Signed Off Work with Stress: A Complete Guide to Recovery

You're Not Alone If you're reading this while signing off work due to stress, first know that you're taking an important step in protecting your health. According to Champion Health United Kingdom, 79% of working professionals report that work-related stress impacts...
Learn ways to find mental serenity and peace of mind.

How to Find Peace of Mind: Steps to Serenity and Calm

Do you ever feel like your mind is a crowded room, filled with endless to-do lists, unresolved worries, and a constant hum of “what ifs”? You’re not alone. In a world that glorifies busyness and productivity, it’s easy to feel like you’re drowning in stress,...
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Anxiety and Heart Rate: How to Slow It Down

You're about to give a presentation. Your palms are sweaty, your stomach churns, and your heart feels like it's about to explode from your chest. Anxiety doesn't just hijack your mind; it takes over your body, and nowhere is this more apparent than in your racing...
hypnotherapy consultations for finding phobia root causes

Why Phobias Are Sometimes About Something Deeper

For most suffering from phobias, it’s natural to believe that the fear they feel is directly tied to the phobia itself. However, this assumption can delay healing, as many find themselves addressing the wrong target. In my work with clients through hypnotherapy, I’ve...
understanding what clinical hypnotherapy is.

What is Clinical Hypnotherapy?

Clinical hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique that combines guided relaxation, concentration, and focused attention to reach a heightened state of awareness, often called a trance.  Unlike entertainment-based hypnosis, clinical hypnotherapy is a legitimate and...
hypnosis targeting the brain

How Does Hypnosis Work on the Brain?

Hypnosis directly influences brain activity, allowing the mind to enter a state of heightened focus and suggestibility. During hypnosis, key changes occur in the brain’s connectivity, enabling access to the subconscious mind and creating an opportunity for lasting...
a guide to finding the right hypnotherapist

Finding a Hypnotherapist: A Comprehensive Guide

Finding the right hypnotherapist is essential when considering hypnotherapy as a treatment for various mental and physical health conditions. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, or other issues, selecting a qualified and experienced professional will ensure...
how long hypnotherapy takes to work

How Long Does Hypnotherapy Take to Work?

You’re ready to make a positive change. You’ve heard that hypnotherapy can help — and preparing yourself for a session is an important step. But you might still wonder: how long does it take for hypnotherapy to work before you see results? Hypnotherapy works...
man preparing himself for first hypnotherapy session

How to Prepare for Hypnotherapy and Make it More Effective

Are you thinking about using hypnotherapy to manage anxiety, reduce stress, quit smoking, or lose weight? Hypnotherapy is an effective way to achieve these personal goals. If you are preparing for your first session, you may feel anxious or unsure about the process....
things that hypnosis cannot cure!

3 Things Hypnosis Cannot Do

As a Clinical Hypnotherapist with years of experience, I have seen first-hand how hypnosis can transform lives—helping individuals lose weight, quit smoking, and find relief from anxiety. However, it's important to understand that while hypnosis and hypnotherapy offer...
How Many Sessions of Hypnotherapy to Quit Smoking?

How Many Sessions of Hypnotherapy to Quit Smoking?

Quitting smoking is a challenging task, but one that is crucial for your health and well-being. Many people turn to nicotine patches, gum, or medications for help, but these methods often come with side effects and require prolonged use. In contrast, hypnotherapy has...
How Much Does Hypnosis Cost to Quit Smoking?

How Much Does Hypnosis Cost to Quit Smoking?

Many smokers turn to methods such as nicotine replacement therapy, prescription medications, or even behavioural interventions to overcome their nicotine addiction. However, hypnotherapy for smoking cessationhas gained popularity as an alternative effective tool for...
How to Motivate Someone to Quit Smoking

How to Motivate Someone to Quit Smoking

Quitting smoking is a challenging journey for most people, especially for those who have been smokers for years. Whether you are a friend, family member, or colleague, your support can make a big difference in helping someone quit smoking.  In this guide, we’ll...
how to break the cycle of health anxiety

How to Overcome Health Anxiety: 4 Key Strategies to Break the Cycle

If you’ve ever thought, "Health anxiety is ruining my life," you’re not alone—and you’re not powerless. Taming health anxiety and breaking free from the constant worry requires actionable strategies that focus on shifting behavior and thought patterns. To stop the...
Mental health recovery

Exploring the Connection Between Self-Esteem and Mental Health

In an environment where external pressures and inner doubts often collide, self-esteem plays a major role in shaping our mental health. Self-esteem is your internal evaluation of your own worth, affecting how you think, feel, and act. It’s one of the most significant...
Decaying teeth due to fear of visiting dentist

Understanding Types of Dental Phobia: From Fear to Management

Dental phobia is a significant barrier to maintaining good oral health, affecting millions of people worldwide. In fact, 12% of the world’s population—approximately 960 million people—experience an intense fear of visiting the dentist. This anxiety-driven fear can...
Anxiety and Heart Rate: How to Slow It Down

Anxiety and Heart Rate: How to Slow It Down

You're about to give a presentation. Your palms are sweaty, your stomach churns, and your heart feels like it's about to explode from your chest. Anxiety doesn't just hijack your mind; it takes over your body, and nowhere is this more apparent than in your racing...

Why Phobias Are Sometimes About Something Deeper

Why Phobias Are Sometimes About Something Deeper

For most suffering from phobias, it’s natural to believe that the fear they feel is directly tied to the phobia itself. However, this assumption can delay healing, as many find themselves addressing the wrong target. In my work with clients through hypnotherapy, I’ve...

What is Clinical Hypnotherapy?

What is Clinical Hypnotherapy?

Clinical hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique that combines guided relaxation, concentration, and focused attention to reach a heightened state of awareness, often called a trance.  Unlike entertainment-based hypnosis, clinical hypnotherapy is a legitimate and...

How Does Hypnosis Work on the Brain?

How Does Hypnosis Work on the Brain?

Hypnosis directly influences brain activity, allowing the mind to enter a state of heightened focus and suggestibility. During hypnosis, key changes occur in the brain’s connectivity, enabling access to the subconscious mind and creating an opportunity for lasting...

Finding a Hypnotherapist: A Comprehensive Guide

Finding a Hypnotherapist: A Comprehensive Guide

Finding the right hypnotherapist is essential when considering hypnotherapy as a treatment for various mental and physical health conditions. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, or other issues, selecting a qualified and experienced professional will ensure...

How Long Does Hypnotherapy Take to Work?

How Long Does Hypnotherapy Take to Work?

You’re ready to make a positive change. You’ve heard that hypnotherapy can help — and preparing yourself for a session is an important step. But you might still wonder: how long does it take for hypnotherapy to work before you see results? Hypnotherapy works...