I became a hypnotherapist in 2009 thanks to a throw-away comment from a good friend. She’d been through a bad time and went to see a hypnotherapist who was rubbish! She came to have a chat with me and after the end of our chat she felt a whole lot better and said, jokingly:
“You should be a hypnotherapist, not that guy I saw” -Ruth
She was absolutely right. It was at that point that things just slotted into place. I found a great training school and embarked upon my career in helping people.
That was in 2008. Since then I have gained over 10 years of experience, helped hundreds of people and gained a huge amount of job satisfaction from doing what I do. If you have been asking yourself “does hypnotherapy actually work?” I can categorically say that after using hypnosis to help people for over ten years, it definitely does work and could make a huge difference in your life.
Hypnotherapy works on the principle that everyone is capable of entering a hypnotic trance, a natural state of focused attention often referred to as daydreaming or being “off with the fairies.” Rather than delving into past traumas, my approach is to guide you in tapping into this innate ability.
Together, we’ll focus on creating a clear, better alternative in your mind, empowering you to move beyond limiting attitudes and behaviors. The goal is to redirect your attention toward solutions and goals, facilitating positive change.
*SPEECH THEREPY HYPNOSIS* Richard helped me last year to overcome a Big fear of mine - delivering a speech at my wedding! I got married in September last year and I knew I wanted to tell a few stories and thank some special people. My determination to do it was there, but my confidence and anxieties about my how I speak and how I might come across, started to make me feel a little overwhelmed. I found Richard Henessy's details online. Just after the first phone call, talking about the techniques and my current situation, I already felt more at ease. At the end of my sessions with Richard, I felt calm and was actually very excited about delivering my speech. Come the big day - I absolutely nailed it and loved every second of speaking. Something I never thought I'd be able to do. Thank you so much Richard! You helped me a great deal, not just for my wedding speech, but being more confident when I speak in general.
I was embarrassed to open up about the extremity of my comfort eating but Richard made me feel comfortable about it. Even before the weight loss hypnotherapy sessions began he made a difference to my thinking by helping to change my perspective on the issue and see it as something I could get control of. 3 weeks and 3 sessions later and comfort eating has lost its grip on me, I'm making better and more conscious decisions about food and steadily losing weight. Thanks Richard.
I am currently 21 weeks pregnant and for the past three and a half months I have been experiencing pelvic girdle pain. This pain affects my hips, pelvis and lower back causing extreme pain in these areas and also causing sciatica. This pain is all much worse during the night, which means I have very poor and broken sleep and find myself exhausted in the morning. As a result, I often need to take a nap during the day, but I notoriously have trouble falling asleep (even when tired) as I have a very busy mind that I find difficult to switch off. I decided to try listening to a relaxation recording to try to help distract me from my thoughts and help me tune into my body and not my mind. I found a free recording on line (kindly provided by Fiona and Richard of Sheffield Wellness Centre) and from the first listen knew that it was just what I needed. Listening to the recording helped me to focus on my breathing and awareness of my physical being, and helped me to zone out of other thoughts and sounds nearby. I was able to relax into a state that was more conducive in promoting sleep, and able to get the precious nap during the day that I needed. Big heartfelt thanks to Richard and Fiona for access to the recordings.
What a lovely and peaceful place. From the moment you are greeted to when you say goodbye, you’re impressed with the welcoming vibe and the way you’re made to feel at home. As soon as you enter, you’re greeted with tea and coffee making facilities immediately making you want to put your feet up and relax. The cleanliness of the place is top notch, couldn’t fault it. Richard was so lovely and you feel like you’ve known him for years because of his character and humour! Before you even enter the building, there’s a lovely outdoor seating area outside it which is very quiet and private. Would definitely come again. Thank you for being so welcoming!
I had a wonderful experience with Richard, He is very friendly, I found it really easy to talk to him. He has all the qualities of a Good Hypnotherapist. I would recommend all my friends to him. And trust me it was first time I met him and it was great.
The Sheffield Wellness Centre is a place of calm tranquillity, perfect for giving and receiving treatments. Well done to Richard and Fi.
I want to say a huge thanks to Richard he is amazing person and I am very pleased working with Richard ! I can't believe how I am change I mean my attitude and behaviour with my food , in the past I try 1000 diet and SlimmingWorld and weight watchers etc , yes it helps to losing weight but for temporary, but with hypnotherapy sessions you can start control what you eating and how much ! I always having sweets after every single meal even if I was full but now I don't need it!!!! I had 2 hypnotherapy sessions and I am very very satisfied. I am so grateful I meet Rich in my life I know it's not very cheap but believe me it worse it every single penny!!!!!! Thanks Richard!
I've been considering hypnotherapy for some time, but have always been slightly sceptical of the claims made about it's efficacy. I spoke to Richard Hennessy, based at the centre, and was so impressed by his knowledge and openness about the process. Combined with the clear information available via the website, I have found the trust I needed to move forward with this treatment.
A really great, welcoming place. Fiona and Richard were really helpful with initial enquiries and the whole experience was straight-forward and pleasant. An oasis of calm! Highly recommended.
So, I'm sat in a bar at the other end of the country- on my OWN, food ordered and Rattlers cider going down nicely. I'll SLEEP well AGAIN tonight and be both RELAXED and at the same time EXCITED about the adventures ahead of me. 2weeks ago I cried at the thought of scaling a ladder; last week I climbed a playground ladder and descended by the slide; TODAY I went scrambling round and jumping off rocks coasteering!! All this I'd say is testament to Richards fantastic work which has helped find more of 'me'. I now say 'I can'!!. Thanks Rich. I'm recommending you to everyone I know! :-D
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The answer is simple – everyone. Hypnosis is a natural state of focused attention that we all possess, whether recognised as daydreaming or being “off with the fairies.” My role is to guide you in tapping into this innate ability, focusing on solutions and goals rather than dwelling on challenges.
This depends on the individual and the issue being addressed. To a large degree it is down to the person receiving treatment as to how effective hypnotherapy can be.
Hypnotherapy is intended to be a swift therapy technique and there shouldn’t be any reason to see someone for more than a handful of sessions at the very most although many people will see results much sooner than this. A professional therapist will never keep a client in therapy any longer than is absolutely necessary.
My reviews from previous clients will attest to the fact that often change can be unexpectedly swift for some people.
Starting our journey is straightforward. Our initial meeting is a consultation to understand your circumstances and future goals. My approach focuses on the belief that “you are the way you are because you kept doing what you kept doing.”
Together, we’ll create a clear, better alternative in your mind, empowering you to move beyond limiting attitudes and behaviors.
Approach sessions with an open mind; change is not only possible but attainable.
CBT Therapist & Life Coach
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