Welcome...

.... to Esteem hypnotherapy

Esteem means feeling worthy of happiness and viewing yourself in a positive way.

Esteem hypnotherapy stands for the opportunities you'll experience which will result in positive change, success and personal growth. An opportunity has now presented itself to you.... that is what has led you to this website.

What we do :

Based in Wrexham in North Wales Esteem hypnotherapy specializes in individual approaches to your health and wellbeing including:

Thoughts and ideas

Thoughts of low self-esteem, or obsessive thoughts about something or someone; anxiety about forthcoming events such as public speaking or a surgical procedure; limiting beliefs or negative thinking.

Performance

Helping individuals or teams to overcome performance anxiety (for example, public speaking) or to work towards peak performance. Sports people are familiar with the idea of getting into the zone - hypnotherapy can help you get there quickly and effectively.

Fears and phobias

A phobia is an irrational fear of something, such as a particular insect, object or situation. Hypnotherapy is well known for its effectiveness in helping to overcome this distressing and inhibiting condition.

Feelings

Addressing a wide variety of distressing feelings such as panic attacks, anixiety, jealousy, guilt, anger or inadequacy.

Physical conditions and symptoms

Hypnotherapy has been shown to be particularly helpful in treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome, tinnitus, pain and discomfort.

Habits

For example nail-biting, smoking, over-eating, negative thinking.

If you have a symptom or condition that has not been covered in the above and wonder if hypnotherapy can help, then please contact us to discuss your individual circumstances.

Please note that a responsible hypnotherapist will only work with you on medical conditions with the consent of your GP or medical practitioner.

Frequently asked questions

What is hypnotherapy?

Hypnosis is a naturally induced state in which the mind is distracted or preoccupied, allowing positive statements or suggestions to enter powerfully into the subconscious mind.

This part of the mind influences what we think, how we feel, how we react and the choices we make.

The mind affects the body so hypnotherapy can also have a positive impact on how you feel physically too.

Hypnotherapy utlizes positive imagery, suggestion and other hypnotic and therapeutic techniques to facilitate positive changes.

Will I always be in control?

You are in control at all time and cannot be made to do anything which goes against your will, morals or beliefs. There is no surrender of the mind. A person who does not want to be hypnotized cannot be hypnotized or be made to do or say anything which violates personal integrity. Hypnotherapy is a safe, relaxing and enjoyable experience in which you remain fully in control.

What does it feel like?

At all times during a hypnotherapy session you will feel in control but relaxed and comfortable at the same time. The altered state (or trance state) is similar to the feeling you get when you've drifted into a day dream.

How long does it take?

We will be able to give you an idea of how many sessions you are likely to need when we meet. On average 1 - 6 sessions could be required depending on how deep rooted the issue is. Each session lasts about an hour. The first session will include a brief consultation.

How much does it cost?

£45 per session

£80 for smoking cessation (based on one session)

Note: cash or cheque payable on day only please.

Where do we meet?

Wrexham Wellness Centre, Charles Street, Wrexham. LL13 8BT ( on the corner above Schwartz opticians)

Find out how to make an appointment by clicking on the 'contacts' link at the home page.

What is coaching?

Coaching is a powerful and proven way to enhance performance and build on skills and abilities.

Coaching provides you with an opportunity to step back from the day-to-day pressure.

One-to-one coaching is totally focused on your individual needs. The techniques we use help you to become clear about your goals. When coaching we do not instruct, but rather help you discover the ways which will work for you. Using a number of change techniques, we help you understand the issues which are causing you problems. We then help you to develop solutions, goals and action plans to resolve the issues

What does NLP stand for?

NLP is Neuro-Linguistic Programming.

• Neuro
The process of seeing, hearing, feeling, tasting and smelling - the senses we use for inner thought processes as well as experiencing the world

• Linguistic
The way we use language to communicate internally and externally to make sense of the process of experiencing the world

• Programming
The way we programme our thoughts and hence our behaviour. We do this unconsciously and without control. NLP enables us to choose our programming to create the most effective behaviour in any situation.

Does hypnotherapy, coaching and NLP help in work related situations?

Yes! A combination of hypnotherapy techniques, NLP and coaching is incredibly effective for stress management, dealing with stressful situations, goal setting, personal and professional development, performance related anxiety ( eg public speaking), confidence building and much more. Karen Mills (see below) as well as being an advanced clinical hypnotherapist and Master NLP is also a qualified Leadership Mentor and Executive Coach. She has much experience coaching in the workplace particulary within local authorities as well as in therapeutic environments. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

A little about me....

My name is Karen Mills and I am an advanced clinical hypnotherapist, coach and NLP Master.

I possess the following qualifications:

BA ( Hons) Degree
Post Graduate Certificate in Educational Management
Diploma in Clinical and Advanced Hypnosis
Certified Practitioner of NLP ( Neuro-Linguistic Programming)
Master Practitioner of NLP ( MNLP)
ILM Level 7 ( post graduate level) diploma in Leadership Mentoring and Executive Coaching.

I am a member of the National Council for Hypnotherapy

I hold full Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurances.

I am totally committed to facilitating the realisation fo the potential of individuals.

As a member of the National Council for Hypnotherapists and the Delwyn Hypnotherapy Group based in North Wales, I am in regular contact with a range of highly experienced associates who motivate and inspire me to provide clients with valuable and imaginative solutions.

I have worked in both learning environments and therapeutic environments helping people to develop, to reach their goals, to make positive changes and to feel better about themselves. This I do using hypnotherapy, NLP and coaching techniques whilst always providing a supportive environment.

I believe that people :

Have free will and can make their own choices
Want to be listened to
Want to feel valued
What their therapist to be honest with them
Want to be allowed to be themselves
Do not want to be judged
Want their therapist to be 'real' and genuine.

I also believe that people are capable of making positive changes and improvements in their lives. However, I feel that sometimes people require some help and guidance in order for them to make this change or improvement.

Using the powerful tools of hypnosis, NLP and coaching I have helped people to:
• Stop smoking,
• Change eating habits
• Break unwanted habits
• Feel less anxious and stressed
• Feel more confident and motivated
• Feel better about themselves

Specialisms
I specialise in the following:

• Anxieties, fears and phobia issues
• IBS
• Confidence and self esteem building
• Smoking cessation
• Stress relief and relaxation
• Weight Loss / Weight control ( see also rethinkyourweight.com)
• ‘Hypno – Coaching’ (Moving on/Moving forward) : A combination of hypnotherapy, NLP and coaching in order to help you work out what you need to do to get from A (starting point) to B (your goal). Using a number of change techniques, I can help you understand the issues which are causing you problems. I then help you to become clear about your goals and develop your own solutions and action plans to resolve the issues. The tools and techniques of both coaching, hypnotherapy and NLP have proved to be extremely effective as therapeutic tools, enabling a large number of people world wide to resolve personal issues and limitations and give them the ability to grow and realise their potential.

Karen Mills, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Coach and NLP Master.

BA (Hons), PGCE, ILM ( level 7) Leadership Coaching, HPD, DIPCAH, MNCH, MNLP.

STOP PRESS : Together with fellow hypnotherapist, Tracy Jones, I am running a new revolutionary weight management programme to start in Wrexham on 9th April. This is a 5 stage modular approach programme which will take place on one Saturday morning in every month We have called this 'Rethink your Weight'.

Please go to www.rethinkyourweight.com for further information and/ or to book your place.

At only £55 per person per module it is vital that you book quickly! Book for all 5 together and you'll even get one module FREE!