For people who want to ….
Transform Stress into Strength, Anxiety into Assurance, Fears into Freedom
Join me to embark on a Journey of Personal Empowerment and Inner Healing
Therapy
Hypnotherapy and counselling to relieve anxiety, fears, phobias, worry, and stress. We’ll explore solutions together to help you regain control of your life. Don’t let negative emotions hold you back.
Therapist Development
Supervision, mentoring and coaching for hypnotherapists and counsellors. I’m a qualified and accredited supervisor who uses researched and evidence-based supervision methods.
Books & Courses
I have written books related to anxiety, stress, bereavement, and professional development, these are available on Amazon. Also, I deliver courses to help you overcome learning challenges.
Evidence-based hypnotherapy and counselling for adults struggling with anxiety, stress, grief, and mind-body symptoms.
Online sessions worldwide from an experienced therapist and former nurse, Linda Witchell.
Learn more and book a free consultation today.
Services are primarily for adults. I may occasionally work with young people aged 16–17 where appropriate.
Calm, professional support for stress and anxiety when life feels overwhelming
When life feels overwhelming, painful, or hard to make sense of, you need more than reassurance. You need a calm, experienced professional who can help you feel safe enough to think and feel clearly again.
At Awaken the Change, I work with adults facing stress, anxiety, loss, and complex mind–body symptoms, offering psychologically informed hypnotherapy, counselling, and coaching alongside appropriate medical care. My focus is on helping you reduce distress, regain stability, and move forward at your own pace, in a supportive, ethical, and professional space.
Hi, I’m Linda,
I know that it’s difficult to make stress, anxiety and worry go away on its own. I’ve experienced it and so many of my clients confirm this. Life is so busy and demanding. I really get it.
You want to improve yourself but its hard as you struggle to find a way to feel better. But research and evidence shows that the way you deal with difficult times can make a big difference to your future health and happiness. Contact me.
Hypnotherapy and Counselling can help you:
- Combat fears and phobias
- Let go of stress and anxiety
- Beat panic attacks
- Stop worrying
- Relax and enjoy life
- Build your confidence and self-esteem
- Overcome blushing and shyness
- Reduce test anxiety
- Master public speaking
- Improve your performance
- Cope with grief
- Stop smoking
I’m a specialist in helping people with anxiety who want to change.
I can support you by providing hypnotherapy and counselling. I’m a highly qualified and experienced clinical hypnotherapy practitioner and counsellor, and you can read more about me and my many qualifications here. I also have a blog if you want to get to know me better.
My hypnotherapy sessions are developed around bespoke programmes, so you get so much more than hypnotherapy or counselling alone. You get quality sessions that are built on research and evidence. I specialise in helping people to relieve stress and anxiety or to cope after a loss, so you know that you are getting an expert in the field.
My programmes are designed especially for you and your situation. Often, I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with hypnosis as it’s been proven to give better results for some people. I know that your problem is important, so I really listen to you and help you find the solution.
I’m a supervisor, mentor, and trainer.
As I have been in the helping professions for many years now, I have gained a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience. I have also studied hard and consider myself a life-long learner, so I now want to share this with other therapists.
Consequently, this has led to me to teaching, supervision, mentoring and the development of courses and books on all subjects related to my work. Check my qualifications here. For group or individual supervision please contact me for an informal chat first or browse through my books, courses and resources for therapists.
Finally, when you choose my service you will soon discover that as a retired nurse with over 30 years working in helping professions, I am passionate about what I do because I want you to feel better.
What My Clients Say
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Linda’s Blog
Pet Grief: Why Losing a Pet Can Be So Heartbreaking
One of the saddest parts of my work is meeting people who believe they should not be grieving as much as they are. What interests me is that sometimes their presenting issue isn't about pet grief. For example, they may ask for help with difficulties sleeping or...
Why Adult Learners Feel Not Good Enough
Returning to study as an adult can feel exciting, meaningful, and empowering. It can also feel terrifying. Many adults quietly struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, and overwhelming pressure while studying for exams, professional qualifications, university degrees,...
Stress: 5 Reasons Why Your Mind Never Seems to Switch Off.
Stress is everywhere. Ever wondered why you can't switch off? Do you ever feel mentally exhausted but still unable to relax? You finally sit down at the end of the day, yet your mind keeps going. You replay conversations, think about tomorrow’s tasks, worry about...
