Hypnotherapists in St Albans

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Sharon Twydell
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I offer hypnotherapy sessions (60mins £95) or, as part of the counselling process.
Is life feeling tough at the moment? Is everyday feeling the same . .. are you just getting up and pushing through? Do you feel you are not good enough, and compare yourself to others? Are you worried about world events and how they may impact you? We can work on your overwhelm, figure out what is beneath it all and why you are feeling this way. We can work on how you would like your life to look and what is stopping it from feeling ok now. We'll work totally in the present or we can look back at your past to see if patterns are emerging and triggering you. I can help you unpick all of this at your own pace and in confidence.
I offer hypnotherapy sessions (60mins £95) or, as part of the counselling process.
Is life feeling tough at the moment? Is everyday feeling the same . .. are you just getting up and pushing through? Do you feel you are not good enough, and compare yourself to others? Are you worried about world events and how they may impact you? We can work on your overwhelm, figure out what is beneath it all and why you are feeling this way. We can work on how you would like your life to look and what is stopping it from feeling ok now. We'll work totally in the present or we can look back at your past to see if patterns are emerging and triggering you. I can help you unpick all of this at your own pace and in confidence.
01727 648477 View 01727 648477
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Marian Lupascu
Counsellor, DCounsPsych
Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained despite managing responsibilities on the outside? Are long-standing patterns in your relationships or sense of identity beginning to affect your confidence or direction? I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, low mood, emotional regulation difficulties, and complex relational challenges. With over eight years of clinical experience and training in both counselling and psychology, I offer structured, evidence-based therapy focused on clarity, emotional stability, and practical change.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained despite managing responsibilities on the outside? Are long-standing patterns in your relationships or sense of identity beginning to affect your confidence or direction? I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, low mood, emotional regulation difficulties, and complex relational challenges. With over eight years of clinical experience and training in both counselling and psychology, I offer structured, evidence-based therapy focused on clarity, emotional stability, and practical change.
01727 326665 View 01727 326665
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Kate Wiggs
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
People who sincerely want change and are willing to look within will find a committed cheerleader in me. Whether we are exploring addiction, grief or relationship challenges, my work is grounded in curiosity, compassion and non-judgement. I bring genuine interest in people’s inner worlds and relationships, creating a space where clients can feel safe to reflect, experiment and grow.
People who sincerely want change and are willing to look within will find a committed cheerleader in me. Whether we are exploring addiction, grief or relationship challenges, my work is grounded in curiosity, compassion and non-judgement. I bring genuine interest in people’s inner worlds and relationships, creating a space where clients can feel safe to reflect, experiment and grow.
020 3910 8367 View 020 3910 8367
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Lisa Claire Rodger
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
3 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
We all experience challenges and difficult times in our lives. Do you feel like nobody understands you or knows what you are going through? It can feel isolating and lonely. But you are not alone! I am an experienced and qualified therapist, providing a safe space where together we can explore what is troubling you and make sense of it - giving you the time and space to reflect on your needs. I can help you to recognise what strengthens you and what weakens you, enabling you to make positive changes. I encourage self-compassion and self-reflection; the most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself
We all experience challenges and difficult times in our lives. Do you feel like nobody understands you or knows what you are going through? It can feel isolating and lonely. But you are not alone! I am an experienced and qualified therapist, providing a safe space where together we can explore what is troubling you and make sense of it - giving you the time and space to reflect on your needs. I can help you to recognise what strengthens you and what weakens you, enabling you to make positive changes. I encourage self-compassion and self-reflection; the most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself
01727 648574 View 01727 648574
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Milo Brandon
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Trauma may be causing you to have flashbacks, intrusive thoughts or memories, sleep disturbance, feeling anxious, hyper-vigilance, feeling disconnected or limited by patterns rooted in the past, to name but a few symptoms. I combine EMDR and other tools and techniques to help you process memories and feelings that are causing disturbing symptoms in your mind and body. Often, what we feel is about what we remember and how we remember it. EMDR and other approaches taken from neuro-linguistic programming can help you reprocess memories, feelings and sensations that are interfering with your life and relationships.
Trauma may be causing you to have flashbacks, intrusive thoughts or memories, sleep disturbance, feeling anxious, hyper-vigilance, feeling disconnected or limited by patterns rooted in the past, to name but a few symptoms. I combine EMDR and other tools and techniques to help you process memories and feelings that are causing disturbing symptoms in your mind and body. Often, what we feel is about what we remember and how we remember it. EMDR and other approaches taken from neuro-linguistic programming can help you reprocess memories, feelings and sensations that are interfering with your life and relationships.
020 8138 8872 View 020 8138 8872
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Danielle Slater
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Mental health conditions don’t arise because there is something wrong with us but because at some point we have left parts of ourselves behind through life's inevitable ups and downs. Left unprocessed these experiences deplete and shrink us causing the typical MH issues so familiar to us. We feel unseen and a 'less than' version. Good therapy is about reclaiming yourself bringing together mind, body and spiritual aspects that contribute to your well-being. Reviving purpose, joy and pleasure once again. Put simply, good therapy is about healing and leads to a greater potential in you.
Mental health conditions don’t arise because there is something wrong with us but because at some point we have left parts of ourselves behind through life's inevitable ups and downs. Left unprocessed these experiences deplete and shrink us causing the typical MH issues so familiar to us. We feel unseen and a 'less than' version. Good therapy is about reclaiming yourself bringing together mind, body and spiritual aspects that contribute to your well-being. Reviving purpose, joy and pleasure once again. Put simply, good therapy is about healing and leads to a greater potential in you.
01727 326591 View 01727 326591
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Bernie Wooder
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Online Only
My focus is to truly understand your problem and we work together as a team to get the results you need to move you from where you are now to where you want to be. To do that I use my 34 years of professional experience to help you get peace of mind. Formerly of Harley Street I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the UKCP. I have also counselled and trained therapists at Guys Hospital, London.
My focus is to truly understand your problem and we work together as a team to get the results you need to move you from where you are now to where you want to be. To do that I use my 34 years of professional experience to help you get peace of mind. Formerly of Harley Street I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the UKCP. I have also counselled and trained therapists at Guys Hospital, London.
020 3974 2065 View 020 3974 2065
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Dr Margaret Jordan
Psychologist, AFBPSsS
Serves Area
I work with most presenting issues in children & adults. I specialise in brain-based therapies that I integrate with talking therapies. My specialist area is psychological trauma and emotional regulation found in most issues. I have 40 years experience in the NHS, Private & Voluntary sectors with children, couples & adults.
I work with most presenting issues in children & adults. I specialise in brain-based therapies that I integrate with talking therapies. My specialist area is psychological trauma and emotional regulation found in most issues. I have 40 years experience in the NHS, Private & Voluntary sectors with children, couples & adults.
020 4538 5340 View 020 4538 5340
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Debbie Hague
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
01438 584449 View 01438 584449
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Denise Iordache - JoySpace Therapy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
By combining hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and practical ACT and CBT strategies, our sessions are designed to foster growth, drive resilience, and overall well-being.
Hi, I'm Denise and I work with many people who look like they’re coping. They’re capable, often the person everyone else leans on. But, internally, they’re exhausted and they can’t quite explain it to themselves. They're tired, battling insomnia, feeling stuck, anxious or stressed. I specialise in helping busy millennials worry less and sleep better, so that they have enough energy to perform and live at their best, without guilt or overwhelm. Working together, they start to feel more energised, confident, focused to drive their careers, and feeling in control. They wake up rested and refreshed so they can enjoy life more fully.
By combining hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and practical ACT and CBT strategies, our sessions are designed to foster growth, drive resilience, and overall well-being.
Hi, I'm Denise and I work with many people who look like they’re coping. They’re capable, often the person everyone else leans on. But, internally, they’re exhausted and they can’t quite explain it to themselves. They're tired, battling insomnia, feeling stuck, anxious or stressed. I specialise in helping busy millennials worry less and sleep better, so that they have enough energy to perform and live at their best, without guilt or overwhelm. Working together, they start to feel more energised, confident, focused to drive their careers, and feeling in control. They wake up rested and refreshed so they can enjoy life more fully.
020 4572 5985 View 020 4572 5985
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
020 4538 6806 View 020 4538 6806
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Susan Woolnough
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I know that it can be daunting reaching out for help and that many people never do reach out, perhaps because they are the strong ones who are supporting everyone else around them so their needs are at the bottom of the long list of things to do and people to look after. Please know that you are important too. If you're feeling troubled, I'm here to listen without judgement and I can help and support you to work towards feeling better. Remember there is always hope. I can be flexible with appointments and if you don't have time to come and see me in person and don't like the idea of zoom/facetime, we can do telephone sessions.
I know that it can be daunting reaching out for help and that many people never do reach out, perhaps because they are the strong ones who are supporting everyone else around them so their needs are at the bottom of the long list of things to do and people to look after. Please know that you are important too. If you're feeling troubled, I'm here to listen without judgement and I can help and support you to work towards feeling better. Remember there is always hope. I can be flexible with appointments and if you don't have time to come and see me in person and don't like the idea of zoom/facetime, we can do telephone sessions.
01923 961209 View 01923 961209
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Oceanic Counselling
Counsellor, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
This time of the year can be a struggle and a challenging time for many of us for so many reasons; it can remind us of loss or we can have difficulty connecting with family or friends. I offer a professional counselling service for Teenagers and Adults in Hertfordshire (Radlett), working in person or online/phone sessions. I have a certified therapy dog (Labrador) to assist in sessions if you would like. Working with children and parents in schools for 20 year, specialising in neurodiversity and SEND, I hold an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Checking Service) Certificate.
This time of the year can be a struggle and a challenging time for many of us for so many reasons; it can remind us of loss or we can have difficulty connecting with family or friends. I offer a professional counselling service for Teenagers and Adults in Hertfordshire (Radlett), working in person or online/phone sessions. I have a certified therapy dog (Labrador) to assist in sessions if you would like. Working with children and parents in schools for 20 year, specialising in neurodiversity and SEND, I hold an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Checking Service) Certificate.
01923 920465 View 01923 920465

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Dr Bianca Serwinski
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
London W2
My approach draws on integrative psychotherapy, behaviour change science, and hypnotherapy to support lasting transformation - whether working on emotional resilience, anxiety, self-esteem, or life direction.
Some of my clients appear “together” and even successful on the outside but feels stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed or unhappy internally. They may struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, low self-worth, people-pleasing, or repeating unhelpful patterns in relationships or habits, which can also be maladaptive health-related behaviours (e.g. procrastination, distraction, denial, binge-eating, drinking, smoking). They often want clarity, confidence, emotional healing, and more freedom or strength to be themselves - without something holding them back.
My approach draws on integrative psychotherapy, behaviour change science, and hypnotherapy to support lasting transformation - whether working on emotional resilience, anxiety, self-esteem, or life direction.
Some of my clients appear “together” and even successful on the outside but feels stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed or unhappy internally. They may struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, low self-worth, people-pleasing, or repeating unhelpful patterns in relationships or habits, which can also be maladaptive health-related behaviours (e.g. procrastination, distraction, denial, binge-eating, drinking, smoking). They often want clarity, confidence, emotional healing, and more freedom or strength to be themselves - without something holding them back.
020 4572 6492 View 020 4572 6492
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Kazia Tyszka
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
Hypnotherapy is a practical and natural technique which effectively and quickly prepares your unconscious for therapy.
Finding the right therapist plays a crucial role in how successful therapy can be, so I encourage you to make that first step either by phone, text or email to see if I am the right fit for you.
Hypnotherapy is a practical and natural technique which effectively and quickly prepares your unconscious for therapy.
Finding the right therapist plays a crucial role in how successful therapy can be, so I encourage you to make that first step either by phone, text or email to see if I am the right fit for you.
01342 645407 View 01342 645407
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Noel Bell
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London SE1
I am an integrative psychotherapist who can help with addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life changes. I will help you to make sense of life choices and to develop clearer thinking about your future decisions. I attune my way of working to the needs of my clients and adopt the most effective tools and techniques. You will benefit from clearer thinking and greater insight from working with me. I encourage my clients to bring about behavioural change in their lives by helping them to manifest positive qualities and stepping out of comfort zones.
I am an integrative psychotherapist who can help with addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life changes. I will help you to make sense of life choices and to develop clearer thinking about your future decisions. I attune my way of working to the needs of my clients and adopt the most effective tools and techniques. You will benefit from clearer thinking and greater insight from working with me. I encourage my clients to bring about behavioural change in their lives by helping them to manifest positive qualities and stepping out of comfort zones.
020 3962 1029 View 020 3962 1029
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Connecting Minds
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Connecting Minds are a collective of highly qualified and experienced psychological practitioners including Consultant Clinical and Counselling Psychologists and psychotherapists. We are dedicated to helping people of all ages improve their wellbeing. We come from a diverse range of background professions and specialities and have all worked for a minimum of ten years within NHS statutory services. Through connecting with each other, pooling our expertise and resources we can better support your unique therapy journey. We pride ourselves on the ability to provide a range of services in a timely and compassionate manner.
Connecting Minds are a collective of highly qualified and experienced psychological practitioners including Consultant Clinical and Counselling Psychologists and psychotherapists. We are dedicated to helping people of all ages improve their wellbeing. We come from a diverse range of background professions and specialities and have all worked for a minimum of ten years within NHS statutory services. Through connecting with each other, pooling our expertise and resources we can better support your unique therapy journey. We pride ourselves on the ability to provide a range of services in a timely and compassionate manner.
01562 546794 View 01562 546794
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Agnieszka Agata Waclawik
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am also a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist, offering hypnotherapy for habits, phobias, past trauma, and confidence.
Life can feel overwhelming when grief, anxiety, trauma, or repeating patterns leave you feeling stuck. I work in a trauma-informed way and have completed EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Module 1 and Module 2 training, enabling me to offer EMDR for distressing memories and emotional triggers. As a pluralistic psychotherapist, I draw on Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis to tailor therapy to you. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can feel truly heard, supported, and able to move toward meaningful change.
I am also a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist, offering hypnotherapy for habits, phobias, past trauma, and confidence.
Life can feel overwhelming when grief, anxiety, trauma, or repeating patterns leave you feeling stuck. I work in a trauma-informed way and have completed EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Module 1 and Module 2 training, enabling me to offer EMDR for distressing memories and emotional triggers. As a pluralistic psychotherapist, I draw on Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis to tailor therapy to you. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can feel truly heard, supported, and able to move toward meaningful change.
01371 701971 View 01371 701971
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Andy Flack
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
If you are worrying more than usual, having nightmares or flashbacks to a traumatic event, suffering from disturbed sleep or are more feeling irritable and hyper-vigilant than usual, you may be suffering from a reaction to trauma. If this strikes a cord, visit the website for more information or get in touch by email or phone. I have spent the last twenty years helping clients resolve trauma and anxiety problems and intend to spend the next twenty doing the same. I may be able to help you in London, Cheltenham or worldwide online.
If you are worrying more than usual, having nightmares or flashbacks to a traumatic event, suffering from disturbed sleep or are more feeling irritable and hyper-vigilant than usual, you may be suffering from a reaction to trauma. If this strikes a cord, visit the website for more information or get in touch by email or phone. I have spent the last twenty years helping clients resolve trauma and anxiety problems and intend to spend the next twenty doing the same. I may be able to help you in London, Cheltenham or worldwide online.
020 3870 4638 View 020 3870 4638
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Cascade Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also use EMDR for trauma healing and hypnotherapy to address anxiety, confidence, and sleep issues, promoting positive change and well-being.
Imagine stepping into a space where your worries, stresses, and hidden stories are met with genuine care and curiosity. I’m a Gestalt psychotherapist with a deep-rooted passion for guiding individuals through anxiety, stress, anger, low moods, and relationship challenges. From my own background studying psychotherapy and years of hands-on experience in both private practice and community mental health settings, I’ve learned that transformation often begins with courageous honesty—being willing to name what feels overwhelming and invite connection. There’s another path—one where you don’t have to face these challenges alone.
I also use EMDR for trauma healing and hypnotherapy to address anxiety, confidence, and sleep issues, promoting positive change and well-being.
Imagine stepping into a space where your worries, stresses, and hidden stories are met with genuine care and curiosity. I’m a Gestalt psychotherapist with a deep-rooted passion for guiding individuals through anxiety, stress, anger, low moods, and relationship challenges. From my own background studying psychotherapy and years of hands-on experience in both private practice and community mental health settings, I’ve learned that transformation often begins with courageous honesty—being willing to name what feels overwhelming and invite connection. There’s another path—one where you don’t have to face these challenges alone.
020 4572 2005 View 020 4572 2005

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Hypnotherapy Counsellors
How does hypnotherapy work?
Hypnotherapy works by using guided hypnosis to help you reach a state of focus and concentration through mental imagery and soothing verbal repetition. The state is somewhat like being absorbed in a book, a film, or your own thoughts. You are not under a therapist’s “control,” but they can help you relax and turn your attention inward to discover the resources to achieve behaviour change or better manage psychological concerns. Therapy sessions may involve guiding you through recognising a problem, releasing problematic thoughts about it, and considering and accepting more productive alternatives before returning to normal awareness. Hypnotherapy is typically used by a therapist along with traditional forms of talk therapy. Eventually, your therapist can help you learn hypnotherapy techniques yourself, so you can establish a stronger sense of control on your own in stressful or challenging moments.

Is hypnotherapy the same as hypnosis?
Hypnotherapy, which is sometimes called hypnotic suggestion, is a therapeutic technique in which a therapist uses hypnosis to help patients. It is not the kind of hypnosis portrayed in stage shows, or in movies or on television. You will not be unconscious or asleep during hypnotherapy, you will not lose control of yourself, your thoughts, or your free will, and you will be able to fully recall your experience. And while you will hear your therapist’s suggestions, it is always up to you to decide whether to act on them. Hypnosis by a trained mental-health professional is not a form of mind control, which is impossible to achieve anyway.

Can everyone be hypnotised?
The most common challenge of hypnotherapy is that as many as one in four people cannot be hypnotised. Brain imaging has confirmed differences in patterns of brain connectivity between those who respond to hypnotism and those who do not. Other people who could potentially be hypnotised may not respond to the technique because of their scepticism or resistance to entering a hypnotic state. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something you want to achieve.

Does hypnotherapy work?
Through hypnotherapy, you can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. Like other talk therapy techniques, when hypnotherapy succeeds, it’s a case of mind over matter. Effective hypnotherapy involves self-healing because you access resources you need to change inside of yourself and learn how to tap into them whenever you need. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, stress, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, and undesirable behaviours like smoking. It can be used to help improve sleep or to address relationship challenges, and to aid with pain management, digestive disorders, skin conditions, and the gastrointestinal side effects of pregnancy or chemotherapy.