Frequently Asked Questions
Still got questions? Good. Here are the ones that come up most often.
Is this the same as stage hypnosis or relaxation sessions?
Not remotely. Stage hypnosis is entertainment. This is the real thing — and it works completely differently.
My favourite party trick is sealing someone’s mouth shut. Genuinely hilarious. But am I going to do it to you? No. We’ve got better things to do and you’re not paying me enough.
Could I make you cluck like a chicken? Yes. Will I? No. Same reason. And word would get out. Bad for business.
Do I need to believe in hypnosis for it to work?
Belief is not required. Willingness is.
Hypnosis exists. It’s not the tooth fairy or Father Christmas — it’s a well-documented state that every human being enters naturally every day. You don’t need to believe in it any more than you need to believe in sleep.
What I actually need from you is simpler than belief. Follow the instructions. That’s it. The rest takes care of itself.
Most of my best clients arrived with an eyebrow raised. Ask them now what they think.
How long does the work take?
That depends on what we find — which is exactly why everything starts with a Mapping Session rather than a guess.
After that conversation I’ll tell you exactly what I think it will take. No open-ended commitment, no vague estimates. A specific plan for a specific problem.
And you’ll never be seen more times than you strictly need. We’re here to fix it — not keep you coming back indefinitely.
Do you work online or in person?
Both — and both are equally effective.
In person sessions take place at my private office in Mexborough, South Yorkshire — easy to reach from Doncaster, Rotherham, Barnsley and Sheffield. Some people find being in the room makes a difference to them — and if that’s you, that’s a completely reasonable instinct. Zoom works just as well for most people, with no travel and complete privacy.
Either way — you’ll get the same result.
What can you help with?
A lot of things. But mostly — the exhaustion of holding everything together on the outside while something else is running underneath.
Anxiety, panic, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, overthinking, sleep, confidence, self-worth, relationship patterns, fear of flying, phobias, performance anxiety, stress, emotional eating, stopping smoking, toilet anxiety, IBS — all of it.
Not sure if your thing is on the list? It probably is. The Mapping Session will tell us both.
I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t work? Is this different?
Yes. And I get why you’re asking.
Most therapy works on the surface — thoughts, behaviours, insights. Useful, but it doesn’t reach the level where the pattern actually lives. Which is why the pattern comes back.
This goes deeper. When the structure changes, the problem doesn’t have anything to run on any more. That’s not a claim — it’s just how it works.
Do you offer a free consultation?
No — and here’s why that’s actually good news.
The Mapping Session costs £97 and it is the work. Not a sales call, not a getting-to-know-you chat. In forty minutes you’ll have more clarity about what’s been running your life than anything else has ever given you.
You leave knowing something very important about you which you almost certainly didn’t know before. That is gold.
What is your rearrangement policy?
One week’s notice to rearrange — minimum. For Monday appointments, that means the Monday before.
Inside one week? The session is forfeited. No exceptions.
This isn’t the NHS — there are consequences for a no-show here. Mess with the booking and you lose the session and the money.
The one exception: if you’re genuinely ill, contact me and I’ll look at it. Childcare fell through, something came up, you forgot — those are on you. Sorry.
And please don’t tell me your grandmother died. I work in this field. I have heard every story and I have killed off more grandparents, aunts and uncles than anyone should be comfortable with. Just be honest — it’s a much better policy.
Treat it with the respect it deserves and we’ll get on brilliantly.
Do you work with young people?
Yes — with young people aged 16 and over.
If you’re a parent reading this, you’re probably here because you can see your child struggling and the usual routes haven’t helped. Exam pressure. Driving test nerves. The aftermath of bullying. Crippling self-criticism that is getting in the way of everything. These are exactly the kinds of issues that respond quickly and well to this work — often faster than in adults.
Parental consent is required for anyone under 18. I’m happy to speak with parents directly before the Mapping Session if that would help.
Under 16? This isn’t the right fit — but early intervention matters and there are good practitioners who specialise in younger children. Please do seek support.
Is this suitable for everyone?
This work is designed for adults and young people aged 16 and over who are ready for structured change. It is not crisis intervention and it is not a substitute for psychiatric or medical care.
If you have a complex psychiatric history, please get in touch before booking. I will always be honest with you about whether this is the right fit.
If you’re not sure — ask. That’s what the Tally form is for.
What about accessibility?
In-person sessions take place on the first floor of Mexborough Business Centre. There are three flights of stairs and no lift.
If mobility is a concern, Zoom sessions are available and equally effective — please contact me before booking and we will make sure you are in the right format from the start.
I still have a question that is not answered here.
Have a look at the What to Expect page first — it covers the session process, the office, arrival instructions, and what actually happens in the room.
Still got a question? Just ask. Send it through here and I’ll come back to you personally.