Children and Young People

Supporting children with emotional wellbeing, confidence and behaviour

Children can experience challenges just as adults do, but may not always have the words or understanding to express how they feel.

Early support can make a significant difference, helping children develop healthy patterns, confidence and emotional resilience.

At Hypnotherapy Dunedin, I provide a calm, safe and supportive space where children can begin to feel more at ease and in control.

One or more of these may apply to your child or children:

  • anxiety or worries
  • difficulty sleeping
  • low confidence or self-esteem
  • being easily overwhelmed
  • behavioural challenges
  • sensitivity or strong emotional reactions
  • difficulty settling or relaxing

Children are not things to be moulded, but are people to be unfolded.

Jess Lair

My Approach to Hypnotherapy

My work combines clinical hypnotherapy with a psychologically informed approach and gentle, age-appropriate techniques.

With a Master’s degree in Psychology and a degree in Social Work, along with over 20 years of experience, and training in early childhood, I focus on helping children:

  • feel safe and supported
  • develop confidence and emotional resilience
  • manage worries and fears
  • build healthier patterns early in life

What Our Clients Are Saying

“Just letting you know that …… had two dental injections today and completed two fillings with apparent calm. It is such an enormous step for him after far too many years of trying & trying ….. It is a true blessing. My heart is full! Thank you so much for your work with him.”

Managed to get BOTH COVID vaccines! The second appointment was amazing. She took complete control and was very calm, she said she felt a strange calmness come over her once she got into the doctors room!”.

Areas I Can Help with

Your Child or Young Person May Relate To One Or More Of These

  • bed wetting
  • thumb sucking
  • nail biting
  • anxiety and worries
  • sleep problems
  • confidence and self-esteem
  • being bullied or struggling socially

I also support children where behaviours or emotions are linked to underlying patterns, helping them feel calmer, more confident and more in control.

Each session is tailored to you and your individual goals.

Taking The First Step

If you would like to explore whether hypnotherapy may support your child, you are welcome to arrange a complimentary 20-minute introductory consultation.

To book an appointment or make an enquiry, you are welcome to get in touch by phone or via the contact form.

All enquiries are handled with complete confidentiality.

There can be no keener revelation of a society’s soul than the way in which it treats its children.

Nelson Mandela

Referrals from health professionals are welcome

I work alongside a number of health professionals. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your client’s or patient’s suitability, and how I may support their care.

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