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Michelle McKenzie
Solution Focused Hypnotherapist
Movement is Medicine™ Instructor
Email: michelle@hypnoheals.co.uk
Are you ready to make a change?
Welcome to Hypnotherapy Heals, where your journey to a better life begins with Solution Focused Hypnotherapy.
How can I help you?
Welcome to Hypnotherapy Heals, where I empower you to transform your life through Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. My approach is designed to help you unlock your potential, overcome obstacles, and achieve your personal and professional goals.
At Hypnotherapy Heals, I blend the best of traditional hypnotherapy with modern, evidence-based techniques to provide a powerful, goal-oriented therapy experience.
Whether you're looking to break free from anxiety, improve your mood, reduce stress, conquer fears, break unhealthy habits, or enhance your overall well-being, my tailored sessions offer a supportive and effective path to positive change.
With your dedication and commitment to change, I can help you take steps towards achieving your best life. Discover how Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help you create that life you envision.
Take the first step towards a brighter future today.
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Change begins with one small step; it's the courage to start that sets the journey in motion.
About me
Hello, welcome! My name is Michelle McKenzie and I am based in East Kilbride in Scotland.
I’ve struggled with debilitating anxiety for over 10 years and have found myself in the depths of depression a number of times. I understand and empathise with anyone who has ever suffered with their mental health.
I studied with the prestigious Clifton Practice and gained my Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy in June 2023.
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Solution Focused Hypnotherapy empowers you to unlock your mind's potential, transforming obstacles into pathways and guiding you towards lasting inner peace.
What can Solution Focused Hypnotherapy help with?
Mental Health
Solution-focused hypnotherapy can help to support you with your mental health. It can helps with things such as:
- Anxiety and panic attacks
- Low mood
- Stress and burnout
- Fears and phobias
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Insomnia and sleep disorders
- Low self-esteem and confidence issues
Physical Health
Solution-focused hypnotherapy can help to support you if you have a physical health condition, such as:
- Chronic pain management (e.g., arthritis, fibromyalgia)
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Migraines and tension headaches
- Skin conditions (e.g., psoriasis, eczema)
- Weight management
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Smoking Cessation
Did you know that you could stop smoking or vaping with just one session of solution-focused hypnotherapy?
This involves an intensive, focused approach combining elements of hypnosis and solution-focused therapy to create a powerful and immediate change in behaviour.
How Solution Focused Hypnotherapy Works
Goal-Oriented Approach
The focus is on solutions rather than problems. In your sessions, you will identify specific goals and work towards them. This proactive approach can shift your mindset, helping you to focus on what you want to achieve rather than what you want to avoid.
Relaxation and Hypnosis
Hypnosis is a natural state of focused attention. During a session, you will enter a relaxed state where your mind is more open to positive suggestions. This relaxation alone can have immediate benefits, such as reducing muscle tension and lowering blood pressure.
Positive Visualisation
The mind can’t tell the difference between imagination and reality. By imagining yourself free of physical symptoms or engaging in activities you enjoy, you create a mental blueprint that your body strives to follow. This can lead to physical improvements over time.
Stress Reduction
One of the primary goals of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is to reduce stress. When stress levels decrease, the body can begin to heal itself. Stress is a significant contributor to many physical ailments, so reducing it can have wide-ranging health benefits.
What to Expect in a Session
In a typical session I will teach you all about your brain and the workings of the mind. I will help you understand why you feel the way you do, and I will explain the neuroscience. This information will empower and support you. We will then discuss your goals and the positive changes you want to see. Finally, I will guide you into a state of deep relaxation to end the session. During this, all of the positive changes you wish to make will be working away in your subconscious mind. Each session is tailored to your unique needs, ensuring that you get the most benefit possible.
Is Solution Focused Hypnotherapy Right for You?
Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, stress-related symptoms, or other physical issues, Solution Focused Hypnotherapy offers a gentle, non-invasive way to improve your health and well-being.
If you're looking for a holistic approach to managing your physical symptoms, Solution Focused Hypnotherapy could be for you.
Take the First Step Towards Better Health
Ready to experience the benefits of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy for yourself?
Contact me today to schedule your initial consultation and take the first step towards a healthier, happier you.
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Small steps, taken consistently, lay the foundation for new habits and pave the way to transformative change.
How Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help with Mental Health Issues
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is a modern therapeutic approach that blends the best aspects of psychotherapy and hypnotherapy to help you improve your mental health. It's designed to empower you, focusing on your strengths and finding solutions to your problems rather than dwelling on the past.
What is Solution Focused Hypnotherapy?
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy uses the natural, relaxed state of hypnosis to help you access your subconscious mind, where deep-rooted patterns and habits reside. In this state, you're more open to positive suggestions and can more easily visualise solutions and improvements. It combines the established best practices of Ericksonian Hypnotherapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, alongside elements of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP). This method emphasises finding practical solutions and setting achievable goals.
Benefits of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy for Mental Health Issues
Reduces Anxiety and Stress
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can effectively lower anxiety and stress. Anxiety involves excessive worry about the future. Solution Focused hypnotherapy helps by focusing on positive goals and creating realistic steps to achieve them.
Enhances Focus and Concentration
Mental health issues can often lead to difficulties with focus and concentration. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy promotes a relaxed state of mind and encourages positive thinking patterns, which can enhance cognitive function and productivity.
Improves Low Mood
Low mood often involves a cycle of negative thoughts and feelings. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy breaks this cycle by helping you focus on your strengths and the small steps you can take towards feeling better. Visualising a positive future and setting realistic goals can build hope and motivation.
Boosts Self-Esteem and Confidence
Many mental health problems stem from low self-esteem and lack of confidence. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy works to build your self-worth by highlighting your achievements and strengths. Through positive affirmations and visualisations, you can develop a more positive self-image.
Improves Sleep
Sleep problems are often linked to mental health issues. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy helps you relax and clear your mind, promoting better sleep patterns. Improved sleep can lead to better mood regulation and overall mental health.
Managing Fears and Phobias
Phobias and irrational fears can be debilitating. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy helps you visualise yourself responding calmly to the situations that trigger your fear. This process gradually desensitises you to the fear and reduces its impact on your life. Some phobias can be overcome in as little as four sessions, this would be discussed with you at your Initial Consultation.
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Rewiring our brain is the key to transforming our lives, as it allows us to break free from old patterns and create new, empowering pathways to success and happiness.
How Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help with physical health
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is a powerful and gentle approach to improving well-being by combining the best elements of psychotherapy and hypnotherapy.
While it is often associated with addressing psychological issues such as anxiety, stress, and depression, it is also highly effective in alleviating physical symptoms.
Understanding the Mind-Body Connection
The mind and body are deeply interconnected. Stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues can manifest physically, leading to symptoms like headaches, muscle tension, digestive problems, and even chronic pain.
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy taps into this connection to promote overall health and well-being.
Benefits of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy for Physical Symptoms
Pain Management
Chronic pain can be debilitating. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help you manage pain by changing the way your brain perceives it, reducing its intensity and improving your quality of life.
Digestive Health
Stress and anxiety often lead to digestive problems. By calming the mind, Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help improve conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other gastrointestinal issues.
Enhanced Immune Function
Reducing stress and promoting relaxation can boost your immune system, helping your body to fend off illnesses more effectively.
Improved Sleep
Many physical symptoms are worsened by poor sleep. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help you develop better sleep habits, leading to more restful nights and reduced physical discomfort.
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Sessions & Prices
Session | Duration | Cost |
Initial Consultation | 45 minutes | £60 |
Hypnotherapy Session | 60 minutes | £60 |
Stop Smoking or Vaping | 90-120 minutes | £150 |
Relaxation Session | 30 minutes | £30 |
All sessions are done online using Zoom from the comfort of your own home.
Payment is required prior to the session to confirm the appointment.
Please read my terms and conditions for more information.
Initial Consultation
We begin with an Initial Consultation. During this we will discuss your goals and expectations, and I will explain how the process works. It is a chance for you to explain your reasons for seeking help, and we will go over your personal and medical history. I will explain how the brain works, helping you to understand why you feel the way you do. This has been a light bulb moment for many clients. This session takes around 45 minutes, no trance is done in this session. You will receive my hypnotherapy recording that you can start listening to each night when going to bed.
Hypnotherapy Sessions
After the Initial Consultation, each session will last around 60 minutes. In a typical session I will teach you all about your brain and the workings of the mind. I will help you understand why you feel the way you do, and I will explain the neuroscience. This information will empower and support you. We will then discuss your goals and the positive changes you want to see. Finally, I will guide you into a state of deep relaxation to end the session. During this, all of the positive changes you wish to make will be working away in your subconscious mind. Each session is tailored to your unique needs, ensuring that you get the most benefit possible.
Ideally, I will see you once a week and I usually see clients for 8 - 12 sessions.
Stop Smoking or Stop Vaping Sessions
This session includes an Initial Consultation. It will last from 60-90 minutes and only one session is required. Combined with the regular use of the hypnotherapy recording provided and full commitment to change, you can move forward in your life as a non-smoker for good. This session can be used to stop smoking cigarettes or to stop vaping.
Relaxation Sessions
Join me for a 30 minute session where I will help you to connect to your body and relax. I will then guide you into a deeply relaxed state where you can let go of any stress and tension.
Hypnotherapy can be a powerful tool for relaxation, helping you to reduce stress and promote overall well-being.
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Client Testimonials
I hoped that hypnotherapy would help me with my anxiety as I was at a loss and didn't know what else to do. I have learnt how to think differently when stressful situations arise in my life, before I would go straight into panic mode and have endless sleepless nights worrying. I now know how to deal with it differently and this has made my life so much better now that I no longer have sleepless nights or feel that horrible dark cloud above me.
I wanted help with my anxiety as it was really affecting my daily life and I felt that I had no confidence in myself . My sessions with Michelle have helped me take a new perspective on my anxiety and really understand what it is and how it affects me. She has taught me to be more grateful for what I have in my life – and her trance sessions make me feel soooo relaxed so that I actually can sleep at night! I’ve really enjoyed my sessions with Michelle – she’s so professional, knowledgeable, and calming. Thanks so much for your time
Would highly recommend Michelle!!! she has totally changed my life, before I started in March I couldn't leave the house on my own due to anxiety now I'm going to the gym, shopping and got my life back!!!! Thank you so much Michelle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is a combination of hypnosis with talking and listening therapy. Hypnosis, also referred to as a trance, is a natural state of being. It is a deeply relaxed state that we all go in and out of several times a day. During hypnotherapy, you are guided into a hypnotic trance by a trained hypnotherapist who then uses the power of suggestion to help you make positive changes in your life.
What is Solution Focused Hypnotherapy?
Solution focused hypnotherapy is a forward looking type of therapy, we don't focus on the reasons you have come for help, we work together to find small steps you can take towards your desired future. It puts you in control by giving you the tools to make the necessary changes in your life. You can have the life you desire, anything is possible.
Do you work with children?
Yes, I work with children from age 8, as well as, teenagers and adults. I am a PVG scheme member and can provide a copy of my Statement of Scheme Membership on request.
What can solution focused hypnotherapy help with?
Solution focused hypnotherapy can help with so many things! This list is nowhere near exhaustive, so if there is anything you are struggling with that isn't mentioned, please do get in touch.
It can help with anxiety, panic attacks, low mood, low self-esteem, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), migraines, chronic pain, weight loss, stopping smoking or vaping, fears and phobias, anger, stress, nerves before an event - this could be a sporting event, interview, exam, anything you are feeling nervous about.
Will I lose control during hypnosis?
While in hypnosis, you remain in complete control. You can move any parts of your body, you can open your eyes and get up at any point. Forget what you know about stage hypnosis, this is completely different. I won’t have you clucking like a chicken or eating an onion that you believe to be an apple.
How long does a session last?
We will start with an Initial Consultation, this lasts around 45 minutes. Each session after that will last up to 60 minutes. A smoking cessation session lasts around 1.5 to 2 hours, we do the Initial Consultation as part of this.
How many sessions will I need?
Everyone is different, so it is difficult to put a number on this. On average we say 8 - 12 sessions but some people need a lot more. According to a study published in the European Journal of Social Psychology, it takes anywhere from 18 to 254 days for a person to form a new habit. The same study also concluded that it takes an average of 66 days (almost 10 weeks) for a new behaviour to become automatic. I have had clients finish up after 7 weeks, completely changing their life around, I've also had clients who needed 14+ sessions - it really is an individual thing. You will know when you have had enough sessions.
Where did you train?
I trained with the prestigious Clifton Practice in Edinburgh from September 2022 until June 2023. It was 10 months of training; I attended one weekend a month and worked with clients from the very first month. I was awarded a Diploma in Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy in June 2023.
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Michelle McKenzie
Solution Focused Hypnotherapist
Movement is Medicine™ Instructor
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Disclaimer: Hypnotherapy is effective. Results may vary and success is not guaranteed. Full client commitment is important and the client will want to make changes.
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