By Linda Witchell, therapist, author, and pet lover The loss of a pet can hit us harder than we expect. Those emotions after pet loss are called grief. I know the pain as I am an animal lover who has lost several pets over the years, and I have helped others who are...
Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) can feel overwhelming and misunderstood, not just by those living with it but also by their friends, families, and even professionals. If you have been diagnosed with FND or suspect it might be part of what you're experiencing,...
If you are grieving or know someone who is suffering from the loss of a loved one or pet, hypnotherapy might not be your first thought to help with the symptoms of grief. However, hypnotherapy is often used with counselling and can provide a way to move forward...
Are you thinking about stopping smoking? You may have considered using hypnotherapy, but what method is most effective, hypnosis or nicotine replacement patches? As a retired nurse who has worked in the NHS stop smoking clinics, a counsellor, coach and hypnotherapist,...
When you lose a loved one or even a pet, grief can make you feel like you are going crazy. I know about grief because I'm a bereavement counsellor. I am passionate about helping people who are struggling with grief. I know that hypnosis can help with grief, and I have...
Hi. I'm Linda. I was a registered nurse for over 30 years, and then I trained as a counsellor, hypnotherapist and coach. I love the world of therapy, as it brings together many aspects of well-being, encompassing the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of...
Commuter anxiety is on the increase. Listening to the news recently, I kept hearing them talking about commuter anxiety. This condition appears to worsen whenever train, airport, or bus delays and traffic congestion occur. How can you cope with this? What do you need...
Imagination, what is it, and how can it help us to change? There is often something that we want to change about ourselves. This may be stress, anxiety, or some way we think, feel or behave. One great tool that can help you is the power of your mind, that's...
There are so many interesting facts about hypnosis that are not widely discussed. Today, I would like to offer you an insight into this fantastic tool. As a hypnotherapist, you might think that I am biased, but I have been practicing and studying hypnosis for over 18...
Exam stress and anxiety are challenging for everyone, especially teenagers and their parents. I know that as I have grown-up children and have been through the pressures of exams myself. So, what can you do to help? As a therapist, I have met many parents who are...