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Up to 67% Off at Clinical Hypnotherapy Wales for Gastric band Hypnotherapy weight loss sessions

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 03:58:21 +0100

Our partner Clinical Hypnotherapy Wales in Cardiff is offering a deal on Hypnotic Gastric band weight loss. Up to 67% Off at Clinical Hypnotherapy Wales for Gastric band Hypnotherapy weight loss sessions http://www.groupon.co.uk/deals/cardiff/clinical-hypnotherapy-wales/1439309?nlp&CID=UK_CRM_1_0_0_310&a=55

Three (£89) or Four (£115) Sessions of Gastric Band Hypnotherapy at Clinical Hypnotherapy Wales (Up to 67% Off)

Notoriously ungrateful, equestrian dentists look gift horses in the mouth on a daily basis. Stare down nagging issues with today’s Groupon from Clinical Hypnotherapy Wales. Choose from the following options:

• £89 for three sessions of gastric band hypnotherapy (66% off)

• £115 for four sessions of gastric band hypnotherapy (67% off)

Holding discreet one-on-one sessions, trained hypnotherapist Darren Page employ over 10 years’ experience to help put out smoking habits, anxieties, and more, with his clinic staff available six days a week from 9am-6pm. Utilising visualisation and behavioural modification techniques, the practitioners consult with clients regarding lifestyle, emotions, and desired results so that they may tailor their approach accordingly.

With each appointment lasting up to 60 minutes, the course of treatment will begin with an assessment of clients’ dietary habits and motivations, aiding in the composition of an appropriate method. Throughout the remaining sessions, the hypnotherapist will carry out cognitive techniques designed to instil restraint and augment clients’ attitudes toward food, working in synthesis with a healthy lifestyle to aid progress towards weight management goals.

Clinical Hypnotherapy Wales

277 Cyncoed Road, Cardiff CF23 6P

Wales Assembly Government Toying With The Idea To Pay Incentives For Pregnant Women To Quit Smoking

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 19:39:31 +0100

While some are busy saying that governments do nothing to help, Wales if considering the idea to pay women to quit smoking during pregnancy. Smoking during pregnancy has been known to lead to complications for the unborn child, from a very likely spontaneous abortion, cot death to increased chances of developing life-threatening lung diseases later in life. Wales is where rate of smoking pregnant mothers are the highest. 37% of all smokers that become pregnant fail to kick the habit and become cigarette and smoke free. Some have said that they kept smoking on purpose because it could mean a smaller baby and an easier delivery, not thinking of the damaging effect this will have on the life of their child, shocking!

Wale’s chief medical officer Dr. Tony Jewell has said that the Assembly Government was open to any proven and innovative idea to help pregnant women quick smoking. Financial incentives might be the best way to reduce instances of smoking during pregnancy. By financial incentives the Assembly Government means grocery vouchers, one can imagine the idea would also be to avoid people spending the incentives on alcohol! One can wonder about similar plans to quit drinking.

Tanya Buchanan, chief executive of Ash Wales, said: “It is important we also look at how we can support new parents to remain smoke-free and to make their homes and cars smoke-free in order to provide their children with the best chance of good health.”

Smoking rates in Wales are undeniably awful and something has to be done about it. People have to be made aware of the resources available to help quit smoking and to remain a non-smoker once you throw that cigarette away.

The site Cancer.Org reports that “Only about 4% to 7% of people are able to quit smoking on any given attempt without medicines or other help.

Studies in medical journals have reported that between about 25% and 33% of smokers who use medicines can stay smoke-free for over 6 months…Behavioural and supportive therapies may increase success rates even further, and help the person stay smoke-free.“ Hypnotherapy is indeed a cheap and effective way to quit smoking cigarettes for the long haul as it is a behavioural therapy design to support you through the process

A financial incentive might be what is needed to help people make that jump and decide to quit but it will not “help them quit”. People should also be made aware of how to go about it. Hypnotherapy is of course the modality we use to help people become smoke free for life and we are available to answer your questions and support you as you quit for life! We are available in Cardiff.

For more information about our services visit our Quit Smoking Page: http://www.renaissancehypnotherapycardiff.co.uk/quit-smoking-cigarettes-cardiff.php

Self-Hypnosis Over Meditation and Why

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 10:50:46 +0100

People often ask if meditation is the same thing as self-hypnosis, hypnosis and hypnotherapy or if one can lead to the other or if meditation can replace self-hypnosis and the answer is really simple. Yes and No, so to clarify lets go to a definition of both Meditation and Self-Hypnosis.

Meditation (Passive) is a mental discipline by which one attempts to get beyond the conditioned, "thinking" mind into a deeper state of relaxation or awareness. Meditation often involves turning attention to a single point of reference. The meditative process may emphasize different goals -- from achievement of a higher state of consciousness, to greater focus, creativity or self-awareness, or simply a more relaxed and peaceful frame of mind.*Passive Meditation is the standard; empty your mind kind of meditative process.

Self-Hypnosis is a mental discipline based on hypnotherapy by which one attempts to get beyond the conditioned, "thinking" (conscious) mind into a deeper state of relaxation or awareness in order to be able to implant "Affirmations" or "Suggestions" directly into the sub-conscious mind Self-Hypnosis often involves turning attention to a single point of reference (fascination) while relaxing various parts of the body to the point where the relaxing feeling is such that the mind can focus on the "Affirmations" or Suggestions" given. Like for hypnotherapy the Self-Hypnosis process may emphasize different goals -- from achievement of a higher state of consciousness, to greater focus, creativity or self-awareness, or simply a more relaxed and peaceful frame of mind depending on the suggestions given.

Now I can understand how this can be confusing as that sounds similar! Well in a sense it is all about focusing your mind on a specific thing, they both produce great results and can be the best thing for you to manage your stress and nervous tensions that causes back pains amongst other things. The only real difference is that the Self-Hypnotic process is about Intent and affirmations (or suggestions) that are put in the sub-conscious mind and the Passive Meditation is all about Intent. To explain a bit further passive meditation is simply putting oneself in the state and letting your intent do the work (i.e. if it's for healing that you meditate your mind knows it and takes the knowledge with through the different depth levels of meditation and relaxation and makes the "Intent" known to your sub-conscious mind and helps you heal) Self-Hypnosis is also carrying "Intent" down the depths of your mind, the difference being that once you access the levels of your sub-conscious mind you start giving yourself the "Affirmations" (or Suggestions) (i.e. I am healthier and better every day) or my personal favourite by Émile Coué "Every day, in every way, I'm getting better and better" and by following one of the laws of Suggestibility and using repetition what your doing is really nailing it into your mind on top of the "Intent" making it even stronger than only passive meditation as it gives your mind more to work with.

Now some types of meditation are considered active and do include auto-suggestions and are in fact Self-Hypnosis and is of course works on more levels than Passive Meditation same as Hetero-Hypnosis (Hypnosis guided by a Certified Hypnotist works on more levels Self-Hypnosis)

Self-Hypnosis and meditation are powerful tools that can help reduce stress and enhance performance in many areas of your life and can help better your life. Those tools can help you achieve your goals and enhance the effectiveness of Hypnosis and goal setting.

*Hetero-Hypnosis or Hypnosis by a Hypnotist is guided by someone else that can then shape the tool to your needs based on outside observation, instead of you trying to shape yourself to the tool. This is how you can get the most out of hypnosis.

Self-Hypnosis should never be the sole instrument when dealing with issues such as depression or suicidal thoughts. The proper health specialist should be consulted and you should ask if you can use Self-Hypnosis to help deal with the issue as it can sometimes be detrimental when used improperly and could even give some problems focus in your mind's eye. If a psychologist or psychiatrist recommends the use of Hypnotherapy, seek the help of a trained professional hypnotherapist instead of going in alone.

Dany Leblanc Ch, Nlp is a Clinical Hypnotherapist working out of Cardiff, Wales. He works with clients with various issues from Chronic pain to Eating Disorders as well as Smoking cessation, Weight management, Stress, Phobias, Lack of Motivation, Confidence and getting rid of unwanted habits and behaviors. He also teaches self-hypnosis one on one with his clients in Cardiff, Wales.

He also does public speaking on Hypnotherapy and offers Self Hypnosis courses for the public and corporate sector.

Contact Dany for a free 20 minute telephone consultation to see how he can help you!
http://RenaissanceHypnosis.Co.Uk

Mood and Exercise on Cancer

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 10:07:53 +0100

A rapport by Macmillan Cancer Support has shown that cancer patients stand a better chance of full recovery after a cancer as well as an easier time dealing with the treatments. Exercise makes your body stronger and more able to cope with Cancer and the treatments but also releases endorphins and cortisol in your blood stream, those are natural pain killers!

Chemotherapy leads to fatigue and mood drops, this can mean losing the will to fight and even to live. Being active does not only mean physically but also mentally. By staying active physically your mood gets better and more positive, positivity means a better chance to overcome your cancer as you will be more ready, more receptive to treatments.

Everyone should be active and keep fit but this is even more important when fighting cancer, your body needs to be strong to go through the treatments, cancer pains and sometimes surgical pains. In the case of breast cancer for example where a breast has been removed exercise is even more important at the upper body level such as the shoulders to allow for proper healing but also because breast cancer has a psychological impact when it comes to losing a breast for a woman the scaring is not only physical but also emotional. Some have said they did not feel like a woman anymore, clearly something you don’t get from some random tumour being removed, this is something very unique to breast cancer and mastectomies. Any physical activity that you like will have a double effect of elevating your mood as pleasure also releases endorphins and cortisol throughout your body.

Get a family member to exercise with you a few times a week, anything from a brisk walk to running or going to the gym, whatever you condition permits as per your doctor’s recommendations. It is said that 2 and a half to 3 hours of exercise a week is enough to see a noticeable difference and to speed up recovery!

Exercise your mind! When dealing with any illness where you are stuck in bed during treatments the first thing that you notice other than your physical state is how bored you can be. To elevate your mood challenge your mind when you can with puzzles, memory games and friendly conversation with the people around you. If you can cheer up the people around you will also feel better from the natural pain killers our body produces when you have fun. Self Hypnosis can also help, evidence shows that hypnotherapy has positive effects. Try always being ahead of the cancer by visualizing recovery and the different steps to get there you can use self hypnosis to do that. As you do all this you are telling your mind and body what is to come, that it needs to heal. Why let the doctors do all the work? The National Health Service (NHS) has understood this bit and has been looking into making hypnotherapy made available more and more as it saves on cost when people need less pain killers and requires less time to recover following treatments. They have had trial in several hospitals such as in London England and Cardiff Wales. We consider our minds a very important part of our daily lives yet have a tendency to forget this when being treated in a hospital. It should be your top priority to focus all of your mental and physical resources to get better, Go out and be active, happy and positive between treatments and you will be stronger and livelier while being treated as well.

Dany Leblanc Ch, Nlp
Clinical Hypnotherapist
Cardiff Wales, UK
http://RenaissanceHypnosis.Co.Uk

TWO DAY CERTIFICATE IN HYPNOSIS AND COUNSELLING IN THE TREATMENT OF CANCER AND OTHER CHRONIC ILLNESS

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:26:42 +0100

Date: Saturday 3rd September and Sunday 4th September 2011

Location: Bristol Conference Centre, Bristol

Delivered by: Darren Page

Profits from this course will be donated to Marie Curie Cancer Support.

During this 2 day workshop, you will learn:

- Therapeutic uses of hypnosis

- Medical terminology

- Common problems faced by seriously ill clients

- Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI)

- Specific types of inductions suitable for seriously ill clients

- Pain management techniques

- How to help your client face the end of their life

- How to deal with your own emotions

- Bereavement and the family

- Self care as a therapist

And so much more.

Who Should Attend

Anyone with an interest in hypnosis and NLP. No previous training in hypnosis is required to attend this course.
Students training to become NLP practitioners, hypnotherapists, counsellors or psychotherapists.
Qualified and experienced therapists, wanting to gain additional knowledge and techniques, and CPD.

About Darren Page

Darren is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and NLP Practitioner, with many years of experience of working within the NHS, private practice and voluntary sector. He currently works in the Marie Curie Hospice, Penarth, and the Teenage Cancer Trust, Cardiff, as well as helping clients in association with the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Darren is passionate and knowledgeable about this area of work, and is excited about sharing his expertise with other therapists.

For your investment in this weekend, you will receive:

Two full days of training - 9.30am - 4.30pm.
Refreshments and lunch for Saturday and Sunday.
Handouts and scripts to enable you to immediately help clients in this area of work.

At the end of the weekend, you will have earned yourself:

11 hours of continued professional development (CPD), validated by the General Hypnotherapy Register
An Advanced Certificate in Hypnosis and Counselling in the treatment of Cancer and other Chronic Illness

Your investment

Weekend entrance - £250, including handouts certification, refreshments and lunch.

Numbers are limited, so early booking is advisable.

To reserve a place, pay £50 deposit now and the remainder by a week before the event at the following address: http://www.sue-preston.com/Cancer---Chronic-Illness.html

You can also pay be cheque or cash - contact Sue for more details!
Telephone: (01639) 638033

Email: info@sue-preston.com

Royal Society of Medecine calls for NHS to use Clinical Hypnotherapy

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 10:05:23 +0100

The Royal Society of Medicine has called for the NHS to use clinical hypnosis to save costs and improve treatment of conditions such as stress and depression. Many Hypnotherapists in Cardiff Wales are already involved in work with the NHS and Cancer Care and we see this a great news to see that a greater number of patients could benefit from our hard work in Cardiff so Darren Page and myself Dany Leblanc Ch, Nlp have decided to fill you in on the details. Here we go:

Experts from the Royal Society of Medicine have called for Britain's National Health Service to use clinical hypnotherapy to reduce cost by millions of pounds and to help patients heal faster and better.

Back in June (2011) experts from the Society were meeting in London to discuss case studies and to decide where to go from there. Saving the NHS and the tax payer's money is not all the changes this would bring. Making a greater and better use of clinical hypnotherapy, a science of the mind known for years for it's benefits for a wide range of conditions, would be a good move as it would allow a patient to avoid relying solely on medication when it comes to pain, stress and so many other conditions some of which are brought on by the stress of hospitalization. The NHS would also be able to better control the quality of the hypnotherapy the patients receive through the use of their own hypnotherapists rather then the patient having to seek out a hypnotherapist on his own. Finding a bad therapist can often end up costing the NHS More in the long run.

In 2010 and 2011 Darren Page one of our therapist was shadowed while performing his work with the NHS working as a Clinical Hypnotherapist to benefit Cancer patients. He worked at the Marie Currie Cancer Care in Penarth (Cardiff) as well as the Teenage Cancer Trust in the Cardiff area. The results of this study where very interesting and hopefully they will eventually be published on this site.

In this case what the NHS was interested in hypnotherapy for was specific area where patients suffer without standard treatment being available or fully adapted to the situation. Here are some of these situations mentioned:

 nausea caused by chemotherapy

 children suffering anxiety and pain in A&E

 dental anxiety

 phobias

 skin problems such as eczema.

Jacky Owens, a qualified nurse and the head of the Hypnosis and Psychosomatic Medicine Section uses hypnotherapy in her work with cancer patients was quoted as saying "Conditions such as depression, pain and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affect millions of people in the UK and a great cost to the NGH. But hypnosis can often work where other treatments have been Unsuccessful.

If doctors were able to refer patients to properly trained hypnotherapists, it would save a cash-strapped NHS a great deal of money.

Making hypnosis a standard part of the NHS toolbox would also lead to the public becoming better informed about the procedure and mean that vulnerable patients would be less likely to turn to hypno-cowboys.”

One thing that was quoted as a concern was the use of a technique some have called Hypno-analysis, a very poorly named technique for the fact that the main component of the therapy is not Analysis but rather the creation of a fake memory that is then identified as the root caused so that if treated properly would be removed with the issue. Unfortunately this being very common in the UK a large portion of our clients at Renaissance Hypnosis and at Clinical Hypnotherapy Wales come to us after having been to such a therapist with false memories of traumatic events needed to be removed and with their initial issue intact.

The Royal Society of Medicine was concerned that those non-medically trained hypnotists may also lack the understanding of the disease and cause real harm or by the use of the previously mentioned Hypno-Analysis technique, a practice that worries the Royal Society and frankly, one that worries experienced hypnotherapist such as myself and my colleague Darren Page.

Hypnosis now being recognized by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) as a possible intervention for IBS where other treatments are not having an effect, seems a logical choice.

“That’s a small step but we’re confident that with more research, hypnosis will be recognised as an extremely useful tool to be used alongside mainstream medicine,” said Ms Owens.

“What we need are doctors, dentists, nurses, psychologists, physiotherapists, radiotherapists – the whole gamut of people who treat patients – trained in using hypnosis as another tool in their treatment programme.”

The Section wanted the government to look at this issue.

Dany Leblanc Ch, Nlp
Clinical Hypnotherapist
Cardiff, Wales

http://RenaissanceHypnosis.Co.Uk