“What you focus on grows.”
”Your brain can adapt and grow in amazing ways”, Hypnotherapy taps into this by helping you build positive habits and thoughts.”
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Clinical Hypnotherapy & Psychotherapy
Here in Cambridgeshire, we specialise in Clinical Hypnotherapy, specifically using solution focused techniques. What does that mean? It's about looking ahead to solutions rather than dwelling on the past, and how can we shift your perspective and help you move forward? We believe you already have the skills within you to find those solutions, and we're here to help you unlock them. Now, when you hear 'hypnotherapy,' do you think of stage hypnosis? Rest assured, that's not what we do. You're always completely in control. Instead, our core solution focused approach combines evidence-based psychotherapy with the power of hypnosis.
Through safe, affordable hypnotherapy, we work with you to address patterns of thought and behaviour that may be holding you back, such as stress or anxiety. Together, we'll explore practical strategies tailored to your specific needs, enabling you to make meaningful improvements in your daily life.
Intrigued? Let’s work together to explore how neuroscience-backed techniques can help you move forward." to create the changes you’re looking for—no jargon, no pressure, just friendly, professional guidance every step of the way."
Our Services
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Your health and wellbeing are shaped by the vital connection that exists between your mind and body. Based in Cambridge, we offer both in-person and online hypnotherapy sessions designed to effective in managing stress, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and chronic pain. By tapping into the powerful mind-body connection, we aim to improve focus, boost self-confidence, and alleviate symptoms of various conditions.
Chronic pain can persist long after an injury has healed, often related to the complex way your brain interprets pain signals. Pain often persists due to brain interpretations of pain signals-Solution Focused Hypnotherapy helps you envision a life with less pain. “Pain changes the brain—but the brain can change, too. Hypnotherapy helps you shift how your mind and body process pain—so relief becomes possible, even if nothing else has worked.”
Digestive issues like bloating or IBS—can intensify when you are under stress. Stress & Anxiety can transform everyday tasks into daunting challenges, significantly impacting both your mental and physical wellness. These challenges frequently have deep emotional and physical origins.
Anxiety can often become overwhelming, significantly impacting both mental and physical wellbeing. “Anxiety isn’t just in your head—it’s in your body, your breath, and your nervous system. Hypnotherapy helps retrain your mind to respond with calm, not panic. And it works gently, from the inside out. “We reinforce a sense of calm through the effective practice of hypnosis and identify actionable steps—to help manage anxiety in daily life.
“If sleep feels like a nightly struggle, your nervous system may be stuck in a state of high alert. We specialise in helping to calm both the mind and body, allowing for rest and rejuvenation to come naturally—without the burden of pressure or negative thinking.”
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Break free from Fears & Phobias.
Fear can stop you from living the life you deserve, whether it’s avoiding a flight, panicking at the sight of a spider, or feeling trapped in small spaces. Hypnotherapy can help you overcome fears and phobias by addressing the root causes in your subconscious mind.
Fears and phobias can feel overwhelming, even if they seem irrational to others. A fear of flying or driving which might prevent you from travelling, while a phobia of needles can make medical appointments a struggle. These reactions are very real to the person experiencing them, often stemming from past experiences, learned behaviours, or subconscious triggers. A fear might cause discomfort, but a phobia can lead to intense panic, making everyday situations feel impossible.
Eyes Wide Closed Hypnotherapy takes a practical stance-Instead of dwelling on the past, we help you define what success looks like—whether it’s boarding a plane calmly or facing a spider without panic. We explain how your brain creates these responses in simple terms, then guide you towards your goals with a clear, achievable plan.
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How to break free from habits & addictions
Struggling with a habit or an addiction can feel like an endless cycle, whether it’s the urge to smoke, overeating, or a dependency you can’t shake.
Habits and addictions often begin as coping mechanisms—lighting a cigarette to ease stress, reaching for snacks for comfort, or drinking to unwind. Over time, these behaviours become automatic, driven by your subconscious mind rather than conscious choice. Addictions can create a deeper reliance, making it challenging to change without support.
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy takes a practical view-Instead of focusing heavily on past struggles, we help you define what success looks like—whether it’s quitting smoking, eating mindfully, or reducing alcohol intake. We explain how your brain forms these patterns in simple terms, then guide you towards your goals with a clear, forward-looking plan.
Take Control of Your Habits Today
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Boost Your Performance Today
Looking to enhance your performance and reach your full potential? We offer both in-person and online hypnotherapy sessions designed to help you overcome mental barriers and boost your game. Sports performance isn’t just about physical ability- it’s heavily influenced by your mind. Whether it’s pre-match nerves, a lack of confidence, or struggling to focus under pressure, mental blocks can hold you back from achieving your best. These challenges often stem from subconscious patterns, such as self-doubt or fear of failure, which can undermine even the most skilled athletes.
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy takes a practical view. Instead of dwelling on past setbacks, we help you define what success looks like - whether it’s staying calm during a penalty kick, improving focus, or boosting endurance. We explain how your brain affects performance in simple terms, then guide you towards your goals with a clear, forward-looking plan.
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Struggling with Creative Block?
Feeling stuck in your creative process can be frustrating, whether you’re an artist, writer, musician, or DJ. We offer both in-person and online hypnotherapy sessions designed to help you overcome creative blocks and unlock your full potential. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy combines psychotherapy with hypnosis, focusing on your goals to spark inspiration and flow.
A creative block can feel like hitting a wall—ideas stop flowing, self-doubt creeps in, and the joy of creating fades. Whether you’re staring at a blank canvas, struggling to write a chapter, or unable to compose a new track, these blocks often stem from subconscious patterns like stress, perfectionism, or fear of failure. External pressures, such as deadlines or expectations, can make it even harder to get back on track.
Instead of dwelling on past struggles, we help you define what success looks like—whether it’s painting freely, writing with ease, or mixing a new set. We explain how your brain contributes to these blocks in simple terms, then guide you towards your goals with a clear, achievable plan.
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Children and Young People
Helping children and young people navigate their challenges can set them up for a brighter future. Based in Cambridgeshire, we offer both in-person and online hypnotherapy sessions to support young people with issues like anxiety, confidence, and sleep difficulties.
Children and young people face a range of challenges that can affect their emotional and mental wellbeing. Anxiety might make school or social situations feel overwhelming, low confidence can hold them back from trying new things, and sleep issues can disrupt their daily routine. Struggles often stem from subconscious patterns, such as worry about exams, peer pressure, or changes like starting secondary school.
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy takes a practical stance. Instead of focusing on past difficulties, we help young people define what success looks like—whether it’s feeling calmer at school, speaking up in class, or sleeping better. We explain how their brain works in simple, age-appropriate terms, then guide them towards their goals with a clear plan.
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Looking for a supportive environment to address challenges like stress, anxiety, or habits? Based in Swavesey, Cambridge, we offer both in-person and online sessions designed to help you achieve your goals alongside others on a similar journey. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy combines psychotherapy with hypnosis, focusing on your goals to create positive change.
Group hypnotherapy brings people together to work on common challenges, such as managing stress, overcoming fears, or breaking habits. Being part of a group can be incredibly motivating—you’re surrounded by others who understand your struggles, creating a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose.
Instead of focusing on past issues, we help you define what success looks like—whether it’s feeling calmer, more confident, or free from unwanted habits. We explain how your brain works in simple terms, then guide the group towards their goals with a clear, forward-looking plan.
Sessions typically last 60–90 minutes, and most participants notice progress after a few meetings, leaving with practical tools like relaxation techniques to use at home.
If you’re ready to address your personal challenges in a supportive and empowering group setting, we encourage you to contact us today or take the next step by booking an appointment. Our dedicated small sessions will be conveniently held in the welcoming Eyes Wide Closed Therapy room. Additionally, group sessions will also take place at Denmark House in Willingham, CB24 5ES, every Wednesday evening from 6.30 to 7.45 pm, providing a safe space for shared experiences and growth.
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Ever feel like the pressures of work are just a bit too much? You're not alone. Workplace stress is a common challenge, but it doesn't have to define your experience.
That's where Solution Focused Hypnotherapy comes in to help you navigate those everyday work stresses. Think of it as a way to gently explore and shift those underlying thoughts, reactions, and behaviours that can contribute to anxiety.
Hypnotherapy isn't about being "under control" – it's about taking control of your wellbeing. By promoting relaxation, boosting your self-confidence, and enhancing your overall sense of wellbeing, it can lead to improved job performance and a greater sense of satisfaction in your work life. The Staff Wellness Program is designed to help you thrive, both in and out of the workplace.
“Therapy: An investment, not an expense, it’s the most important project you’ll ever undertake you! Stop surviving, start thriving. ”
Lead Therapist
BA(Hons.), DSFH, HPD, MNCH(Reg.), AfSFH(Reg. CNHC(Reg.).
"Hi, I’m Sharon, and I’m so glad you’re here! At Eyes Wide Closed Hypnotherapy, we’re all about helping you create positive, lasting change in your life - whether that’s overcoming anxiety, breaking bad habits, or simply finding more joy and balance. As a clinical hypnotherapist and psychotherapist based in Cambridgeshire, I’ve spent over 10 years working with clients from all walks of life. My journey into hypnotherapy began when I realised how powerful the mind can be in shaping our lives. After seeing firsthand how it transformed my own mindset, I knew I wanted to help others unlock their potential too. I’m proud to hold a diploma in solution focused hypnotherapy from CPHT, one of the UK’s leading training providers, CPHT –founded back in 2002 by David Newton, a real pioneer in the field, as well as a Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma from the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH). I’m also fully insured and hold an enhanced DBS check, so you can feel confident and safe working with me.
“Beyond hypnotherapy, I also have a BA in Social Work and have studied psychology, sociology, criminology, coaching, and mentoring. With over 10 years of experience working with clients from all walks of life, I'm passionate about helping people move forward and create positive change in their lives. For your peace of mind, I'm fully insured and have an enhanced DBS check.
" Ready to take the first step? Book a free discovery call today to explore more about my approach and how we can help you."
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Have you ever laid in bed, the day's events replaying in your mind like a broken record? You start thinking about what ‘could, happen, imagining different outcomes, even though we all know none of us can predict the future.
As a registered social worker, I ‘definitely’ have.
I remember some nights agonising over my cases, unable to switch off. Emails, client worries – the list was endless. I was trapped in a cycle of negative forecasting, imagining all the things that ‘could’ go wrong. And you know what? Most of the time, they didn't. And even if something ‘did’ go sideways, I couldn't have predicted it anyway!
Sound familiar? We've all been there, caught in that loop of "what ifs." What I didn't realise then was how much time I was spending in the most primitive part of my brain: the limbic system.
Think of the primitive mind as the control centre for our survival instincts. It's home to the amygdala (our fight, flight, or freeze responder), the hippocampus (where we store habits and learned behaviours), and the other key player, the hypothalamus (which regulates the chemicals in the mind and body). As a social worker, I was constantly activating this area, creating habits of worry and anxiety.
Coming home from work but not really ‘leaving’ work. Negatively forecasting potential problems. It was exhausting! My body was flooded with stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline and starved of those feel-good chemicals we all crave. It wasn't a healthy place to be, and I know many of you can relate.
Then, I discovered Solution Focused Hypnotherapy.
It was a game-changer. So much so, that I decided to train as a solution focused hypnotherapist. Now, when I'm working with clients, I feel amazing. I'm helping them empty that metaphorical ‘stress bucket’ we've all some of you may have heard about – the one that fills up with stress and anxiety.
Before I discovered hypnotherapy, my bucket was ‘always’ full. I wasn't sleeping well, waking up in the night with those same worries swirling around in my head. I wasn't getting enough REM sleep, which is crucial for processing the day's events. Instead, I was carrying everything with me, day after day.
“Hypnotherapy helped me regain access to my conscious mind.”
The conscious mind allows us to think rationally and assess situations objectively. It's generally a positive space. On the other hand, when we're stuck in that primitive part of the brain, we can become obsessive, hyper-vigilant, and constantly on edge – exactly how I felt.
I'm a passionate advocate for hypnotherapy because I've seen firsthand the incredible results it can bring, both for my clients and in my own life. I know how debilitating anxiety and negative forecasting can be. We all deserve the opportunity to manage our stress and find a sense of calm. Stress is a normal part of life, but when we're constantly overloaded with adrenaline and cortisol, it can wreak havoc on our bodies and overall well-being."My journey from social work to clinical hypnotherapy might seem like a big leap, but it actually feels like a natural evolution. I'll always have a deep love for social work and one of the biggest things that is has taught me is how to ‘really’ listen, and to understand people's needs. Those years gave me so much insight into the challenges people face, and that experience directly informs the way I work with my hypnotherapy clients now. And honestly, if I ever decided to return to social work, I now feel I'd be even better equipped. Why? Because understanding how our minds work – how stress and anxiety truly impact us – gives you such powerful tools for managing those challenges, both for yourself and for others.
‘My final though’ It's important to remember that our feelings about work are personal. What someone else deems a 'stressful job' might not feel that way to you, and vice versa. We can be affected by stress and anxiety from all sorts of things in life – unemployment, family pressures, health concerns, the list goes on. The good news is, you're not stuck feeling overwhelmed. There ‘are’ options, and solution focused hypnotherapy is one of them. It's about finding ways to navigate those feelings, build resilience, and create a more positive experience, no matter what life throws your way."
If you're curious to learn more about how hypnotherapy can help you, I invite you to get in touch.Thank you for reading.
Sharon.
Disclaimer: Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with your doctor or other healthcare provider for any medical concerns.
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Okay, let's consider this. We all do it, right? That mental replay button gets pushed, and suddenly you're back in that situation, reliving it, dissecting it, maybe even changing the outcome in your head. But is it actually ‘helpful’ or is it just mental spinning?
Reflection is valuable. It's how we learn, how we grow. You analyse, you identify alternative actions, and you prepare for the future. "Next time," you think, "I'll do this differently." That's constructive.
But obsessively reliving a scenario? That's different. Are you truly gaining new insights, or are you just reinforcing the emotions attached to that event? Are you stuck in a loop of frustration, anger, or regret?
Maybe the question isn't "What do you get out of it?" but "What is it getting out of ‘you’?" Is it draining your energy? Is it preventing you from focusing on the present? Is it keeping you from moving forward?
Solution-focused thinking encourages us to acknowledge the past, learn from it, and then shift our attention to the present and the future. Dwelling endlessly on what can become a trap. So, perhaps the next time you find yourself replaying a scenario for the tenth time, ask yourself: "Is this serving me, or is it holding me back?"Thanks for reading!
Sharon.
Disclaimer: Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with your doctor or other healthcare provider for any medical concerns.
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It can feel like it takes over, right? Like it's calling all the shots about what you can and can't do.
Ever wonder why sometimes a tiny bump hurts like crazy, but other times you barely notice a bigger ouch? There is a theory that attempts to explain this-called the "pain gate theory." Think of it like a gate in your body that either lets pain signals rush through to your brain, or it blocks some of them.
So, what opens that gate wide open? Stress, worry, feeling down... all that stuff makes pain feel even worse. And what closes it? Relaxing, thinking happy thoughts, feeling like you're in control.
Think of it like your body has two modes: "fight-or-flight" (when you're stressed) and "rest-and-digest" (when you're relaxed). When you're hurting, stressed, and anxious, you're often stuck in "fight-or-flight," which keeps that pain gate wide open.
That's where solution-focused hypnotherapy comes in. It's a gentle way to help you get back in the driver's seat with your pain by working with your subconscious mind. It's not about digging up the past; it's about focusing on now and what you want things to be like.
How does it work?
Calming things down: Hypnotherapy helps you switch on your "rest-and-digest" mode. You learn to relax your mind and body, which lowers stress – and that helps close the pain gate.
Closing the pain gate: By focusing on good feelings and positivity instead of the pain, you may actually help close that gate.
Feeling stronger: Solution-focused hypnotherapy helps you find ways to deal with the pain. You start focusing on what you ‘can’ do, which makes you feel more in control.
I remember working with a client who struggled to manage her pain. But through hypnotherapy, she learned to focus on the good things in her life, picture herself feeling better, and take small steps forward. It wasn't a miracle cure, but it gave her the tools to feel more in control and enjoy life more.
Tired of pain running the show? Maybe solution-focused hypnotherapy is worth a look. It's about finding your inner strength and opening the door to a more comfortable life. “What do you think?"Thanks for reading!
Sharon.
Disclaimer: Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with your doctor or other healthcare provider for any medical concerns.
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It turns out there's a very real link between your brain and your gut, often called the "gut-brain axis." Your digestive system has its own complex network of nerves and it's in constant communication with your brain.
Think about it: when you're stressed, your body goes into "fight or flight" mode (thanks to the sympathetic nervous system). This diverts energy away from digestion and towards dealing with a perceived threat. Meanwhile, the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for "rest and digest," takes a backseat.
Calming the Storm Within
So, how can you break this cycle? That's where solution focused hypnotherapy comes in. It's a gentle yet effective way to address the underlying stress and anxiety that might be contributing to your digestive issues. It's not about dwelling on the past but about finding solutions in the present and building a brighter future.
“Here's how it may help”
Taming Your Nervous System: Hypnotherapy is fantastic for calming down the sympathetic nervous system and activating the parasympathetic nervous system. This helps your body shift out of "fight or flight" and into "rest and digest" mode, allowing your digestive system to function more smoothly.
Breaking the Cycle: By learning to manage your stress and anxiety through relaxation techniques and focused attention, you can interrupt the signals that are disrupting your digestion.
Changing Your Focus: Solution-focused hypnotherapy may help you shift your attention away from the discomfort and worry associated with your digestive issues, and towards positive thoughts, sensations, and future possibilities.
“Final Though- It's Okay to Talk About It”:“Let’s be honest, talking about bowel issues can feel a bit awkward. But we all have them, and there's no shame in seeking help. If you're constantly worried about what you eat and how it will affect your digestion, it might be time to consider addressing the underlying stress and anxiety that may be making things worse. Remember, stress and anxiety don't just affect our minds; they have very real physical symptoms.
Take Control of Your Gut Health
If you're tired of letting digestive issues control your life, solution-focused hypnotherapy could be a valuable tool in your wellness journey. It's about finding practical ways to calm your nervous system, manage your stress, and regain control over your gut health.Thanks for reading!
Sharon.
Disclaimer: Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with your doctor or other healthcare provider for any medical concerns.