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Hypnotherapy in Southampton

Children, Teenagers and Young Adults Mental Health.

There are so many pressures on young people today. Social media plays a huge part in this, but at the same time it is an integral part of their lives and ways of communicating with friends that it is impossible to avoid.

Other pressures, come from many other sources such as, school/college, self-image, even very well-meaning parents. Added to this, the impact of Covid-19 has caused a huge increase in the cases of mental health issues in children and young adults.

Whilst prevention is by far the greatest weapon in this battle, it is not often possible. We are all good at hiding our feelings, young people are no different.

Children and young adult's mental health and well being
Like many, I am a parent who grew up in such different, much more free and relaxed times. It can be so hard to fully understand and relate to how our youngsters are feeling, let alone know where to begin to help.

Hypnotherapy can help in different ways.

Firstly, it offers a place to be open and honest with no fear of judgement. Secondly, it enables a young person to uncover the root of the problem, for example, exactly what, deep down in their subconscious, initiated the anxiety or depression in the first place.

This alone can be enormously powerful. In addition, I use techniques involving visualisation, positive suggestion, increasing self-confidence and self-esteem to empower young people to ‘re-write their script’ so to speak. I also teach them self-calming techniques to use anytime they need them. This alone can be extremely empowering.

Combined, these techniques provide many positive changes in thought and behaviour patterns and provide coping strategies and a feeling of empowerment. Dealing with these issues at an early age can avoid taking these burdens from being carried forward into adult life.

Children and young adult's mental health and well being
Signs or indications that your child may be suffering from anxiety and or depression are many and vary from child to child but for many include negative thoughts, pessimism, negative self-talk, obsessive thoughts, fearfulness, unexplained irritability or anger, lack of concentration, panic attacks, disrupted sleep, hyperactivity, withdrawn/clingy, feeling unwell often, sweating, bullying/being bullied, speech impediment, self-harm, OCD and a worsening of things like eczema.

If you recognise any of the above and have concerns or if you would just appreciate talking about your worries and how I can help you more, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone or email for an informal chat that is completely free of any obligation and totally confidential.

OTHER ISSUES AFFECTING CHILDREN

Hypnotherapy can also successfully help with the following issues.

  • Bed Wetting
  • School Phobia
  • Nail Biting
  • Stutters & Tics
  • Shyness
  • Aggression
  • Obesity
  • Bullying
  • Grief
  • Effects of Divorce
To discuss how I can help your child with any of the above issues please do not hesitate to contact me by phone or email for an informal chat that is completely free of any obligation and totally confidential.

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