At Mind & Soul Wellness, I offer a calm, supportive and personalised approach to hypnotherapy in Plymouth, helping you make positive changes in the way you think, feel and respond to life.

Hypnotherapy can be a powerful way to work with the subconscious mind, helping you move beyond patterns of thought or behaviour that may be holding you back. It can support you if you're experiencing stress or anxiety, low confidence, poor sleep, unwanted habits or behaviours, or simply feel that something in your life needs to change.

Every person is different, so sessions are tailored around you, your experiences and what you would like to achieve. 

My approach combines hypnosis with an understanding of how the brain responds to stress, emotions and established patterns, helping you develop healthier ways of thinking and responding that can support lasting change.

Alongside Hypnotherapy, I also offer Reiki Healing and HypnoReiki™ so

whether you are looking for help with a specific issue or would simply like to feel calmer, more confident and more in control, Mind & Soul Wellness provides a welcoming, non-judgemental space where you can take positive steps towards the changes you want to make.

My journey into therapy and wellbeing has been shaped by a combination of professional training, personal experience and a genuine interest in what helps us create positive and lasting change.

Like many people, my own life has brought challenges as well as change. Losing my brother to cancer at a young age had a profound impact on me and led to a period where I experienced my own mental health difficulties. That experience gave me a very personal understanding of grief, emotional wellbeing and the importance of feeling genuinely listened to, understood and supported.

My Level 2 and Level 3 Counselling qualifications gave me a valuable foundation in listening skills, self-awareness and understanding the therapeutic relationship. From there, I became increasingly interested in the connection between our thoughts, emotions, behaviours and the way our brain responds to our experiences.

This led me to train as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist, an approach that particularly appealed to me because of its positive, forward-looking focus and grounding in neuroscience.

I also believe that learning should never really stop. I regularly undertake Continuing Professional Development (CPD) across different areas of mental and emotional wellbeing, therapeutic approaches and hypnotherapy. This ongoing learning continues to shape the way I work, allowing me to take a more integrative and flexible approach, drawing on different skills and techniques to suit the individual rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.

Above all, I want you to feel comfortable being yourself. There is no judgement and no expectation that you should be a certain way. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can take some time for yourself, feel heard and understood, and begin making the changes that feel right for you.

There are still many misconceptions about hypnosis, so it’s completely understandable if you’re not quite sure what to expect.

Hypnosis is not about losing control, being unconscious or being made to do something you don't want to do. In fact, you remain aware and in control throughout the session and can stop at any time.

Hypnosis is a natural state of focused attention and deep relaxation, similar to becoming absorbed in a good book, a film or simply drifting into a daydream. As your body relaxes and your conscious mind becomes quieter, you may find it easier to focus inwardly, explore different ways of thinking and become more receptive to positive suggestions that support the changes you would like to make.

Everyone experiences hypnosis differently. Some people feel deeply relaxed, while others simply notice a sense of calm and focused awareness. There is no 'right' way to feel and you don't have to reach a particular depth of hypnosis for the session to be beneficial.

Modern hypnotherapy is a collaborative therapeutic approach that can be used to support a wide range of goals, including managing stress and anxiety, improving confidence, changing unwanted habits, overcoming fears and phobias, improving sleep and creating healthier patterns of thought and behaviour.

And don't worry – there are no swinging pocket watches or loss of control! 

You are always an active participant in the process.

Hypnotherapy isn't something that is simply done to you. We work together, and your motivation and willingness to engage with the process are an important part of therapy. 

You don't need to arrive completely confident that hypnotherapy will work, but being open to the experience and genuinely wanting to make a change can help you get the most from your sessions. 

Hypnotherapy can provide the tools, support and space to help you approach things differently – but ultimately, the positive changes you make belong to you.

We will begin each session with a relaxed conversation about what’s been going well and any positive changes you may have noticed. We’ll talk about how you’ve been feeling, what you would like to focus on and explore small, achievable steps that can help you continue moving forward.

Drawing on our understanding of neuroscience and how our thoughts, emotions and behaviours can influence one another, I’ll tailor each session to you and what you would like to achieve. This means your hypnotherapy is personal to you, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

You will then get comfortable while I gently guide you into hypnosis – a calm, deeply relaxed and focused state.

 This part of the session usually lasts around 20–25 minutes and uses carefully chosen therapeutic techniques and positive suggestions tailored to you and your goals.

Many people find this part of the session incredibly relaxing and leave feeling calmer, more positive and refreshed.

The number of sessions needed will vary depending on you, your goals and what you would like support with. We can discuss this during your FREE Initial Consultation and review things as we go.

As part of your FREE Initial Consultation, you will  also receive my FREE Hypnotherapy Relaxation Track, which you can listen to at home to support your relaxation and hypnotherapy journey.

The word “Reiki” comes from the Japanese words rei (universal) and ki (life energy). Reiki practitioners channel this universal energy through their hands to the recipient, facilitating healing and balance.

Reiki is non-invasive, gentle, and suitable for everyone. 

It compliments traditional medical treatments and can be used 

         to support physical, emotional, and spiritual health. 

Benefits of Reiki Healing include: 

• Stress Reduction: Deeply relaxes your mind and body, easing stress and tension.
• Emotional Balance: Helps release emotional blockages and promotes mental clarity.
• Pain Relief: Assists in alleviating physical discomfort and enhancing recovery.
• Energy Restoration: Clears energy blockages and revitalises your life force.
• Spiritual Connection: Fosters a deeper connection to your inner self and universal energy.

HypnoReiki™ brings together hypnosis, reiki and deep relaxation in one unique session. By combining the calming, focused state of Hypnosis with Reiki Healing, HypnoReiki™ is an opportunity to relax on a deeper level while supporting positive emotional change and overall wellbeing.