CBT & Hypnotherapy, Newbury, Berks
Stop Smoking, Stress & Anger Management, Beat Phobias
Zena Muth at The Oaks Practice
"We are not disturbed by things, only our view of them"
Epictetus the Stoic
(55-135AD)
Do you want to stop smoking, lose weight, overcome fears or phobias, enhance your confidence and self-esteem, improve your stress and anger management, conquer panic attacks or break unwanted habits?
If so, my CBT and Hypnotherapy practice in Newbury (which covers West Berkshire and North Hampshire) is able to offer you safe and effective treatment options for dealing with these problems and many others. The combination of CBT and Hypnosis provides a much more successful outcome than does either technique alone. Moreover, the UK Department of Health supports CBT-based Hypnotherapy on the evidence of its effectiveness in treating bulimia, depression, chronic pain and fatigue.
What is CBT and how can it help me?
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is a combination of Cognitive therapy, which examines unwanted thoughts, attitudes, and beliefs and Behavioural therapy, which focuses on behavioural responses to those thoughts. It is based on the belief that most unhealthy ways of thinking and behaving have been learned over a long period. Using a set of structured methods, a CBT therapist identifies the thinking that causes problematic feelings and behaviour. The individual then learns to change this thinking, which, in turn, leads to more appropriate and positive responses.
The Royal College of Psychiatrists (www.rcpsych.ac.uk) has found that CBT is one of the most effective treatments for conditions where anxiety or depression are the main cause.
How does CBT-based Hypnotherapy differ from ordinary hypnosis?
CBT-based Hypnotherapy combines the efficacy of hypnotherapy with the self-awareness gained from the well-proven psychological technique of CBT. Research has shown that this approach is up to 80% more successful than either straightforward hypnotherapy or ‘standalone’ CBT
Is CBT-based Hypnotherapy safe?
CBT-based Hypnotherapy is completely safe when carried out by a professionally trained and skilled therapist. Nobody can be hypnotised against their will. Even when hypnotised, people can still reject any suggestion that they choose not to accept. When in a trance you do not loose control and are able to hear everything that is said.
Hypnosis is one of the world’s oldest healing techniques, having been used since the sleep temples of ancient Egypt and is a naturally occurring state of mind. Trained therapists can use it to help guide patients into an understanding of the root causes of their disorders. Once such insight has been achieved, hypnosis can then be used to provide the patient with tools to allow them to achieve their goals.
By combining the two techniques, CBT-based Hypnotherapy teaches people to deal with the past by focusing on the present. The result is a uniquely powerful tool for therapists and a rapid and effective treatment for patients.
So, who are you and how can you help me?
I trained at the London College of Clinical Hypnosis (www.lcch.co.uk) and am a full member of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis (www.bsch.org.uk). As such, I fully subscribe to their code of conduct and promise to respect your right to confidentially and privacy.
My business background in senior management combined with extensive experience of working in the NHS gives me particular understanding of the broad range of habits, phobias, anxieties and stresses which can affect your day-to-day life. I focus on providing my patients with tools and techniques that not only help them overcome their unwanted behaviours but can also be used to improve other areas of their lives.
I have an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check which allows me to work with children and vulnerable adults. I also have full professional indemnity insurance. Both of these are available for viewing, on request.
How can I find out more?
If you would like to discuss whether CBT-based Hypnotherapy can help you, please do not hesitate to contact me, either by telephone or via the Contact Form on this site. Alternatively, if you would like to make an appointment, these are available at The Oaks Hypnotherapy Practice, Newbury, Berkshire during the week and on Saturdays.
Zena Muth
The Oaks Practice
St. Mary’s House
55-56 Cheap Street
Newbury
Berkshire
Mobile 07900-696798
Direct 01635-863088
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Your unconscious mind knows what is right and what is good.
When you need protection, it will protect you.”