Anxiety, Fears and Phobias

If you are experiencing anxiety, you are not alone.

Many physical conditions are influenced by the way the mind and body respond to stress, tension and ongoing patterns.

If you have been living with a condition that feels persistent or difficult to manage, you are not alone. For many people, addressing the mind-body connection can create meaningful change.

At Hypnotherapy Dunedin, I work with people to support the body’s natural ability to regulate, settle and respond differently.  I offer a confidential, professional and personalised approach tailored to your individual needs.

You May Relate To One Or More Of These

  • symptoms that worsen with stress or emotional pressure
  • ongoing tension in the body
  • sensitivity to noise, light or physical sensations
  • difficulty relaxing or switching off
  • disrupted sleep or fatigue
  • frustration with symptoms that don’t fully resolve

The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.

Franklin D. Roosevelt

My Approach to Hypnotherapy

My Approach

My work combines clinical hypnotherapy with a psychologically informed practice and breathing techniques.

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

  • greater calm
  • clearer thinking
  • more confident responses

What Our Clients Are Saying

“My life was dominated by fear.  I now feel relaxed, confident, and able to engage in life again.”

“I just thought that you might be interested in knowing that I successfully had a vaccination today and that it was much easier than any other times that I have had one.  Thank you for your help”.

“I have managed to fly to Australia twice now.  Before I would have made excuses to avoid to prevent me feeling out of control.  I now feel in control of my anxiety and feel more relaxed about things out of my control – such a massive improvement all because of your amazing work”.

“Thank you so much for all your help with my anxiety from driving.  You have helped me with the last hurdle – my head”

“I had got to the point where I dreaded going home, or going outside in case I heard music.  I was on edge all the time anticipating that dreaded sound that would drive me crazy and make me very angry.  My life has now significantly changed and I wish that I had done this sooner!  Karen has helped me relax and calm down and I can now look forward to going home and I am surprised that the sound of music no longer bothers me”

“I went to see my Doctor because for the past couple of years I’ve been having adrenaline rushes for no reason multiple times through the day.  Nothing showed up in tests so my doctors helped me choose a therapist and I went to see Karen.  With Karen’s help I have come a long way and now rarely get them and if I do feel one starting I now have the ability to stop it.  Thanks Karen for all your help”

“Well I gave the injections and things went amazingly well.  Although nervous, I was able to perform them well with none of my previous symptoms showing.  My tutors were amazed at me and couldn’t believe the difference.  I think I had finally reached the bottom and had nowhere to go but up.  I am even looking forward to injecting as many patients as I can for experience purposes; it’s as if the scaredy cat veil has been lifted.  Thank you for your support”.

“After just a few sessions I stopped sleep talking, my anxiety reduced, and my confidence came back.  I feel like a completely different person.”

“The sessions have really helped me.  My anxiety has improved and I feel calmer and more in control.”

“I feel much better and have a clearer understanding of my thoughts and how to manage them.”

Areas I Can Help with

You May Relate To One Or More Of These

  • anxiety and chronic stress
  • panic attacks
  • social anxiety
  • fears and phobias (such as flying, driving, needles, dental, urination)
  • fear of public speaking
  • performance anxiety
  • and many other phobias — even when they feel unusual or difficult to explain.

Each session is tailored to you and your individual goals.

Taking The First Step

If you would like to explore whether hypnotherapy may help with your anxiety, stress or fears, 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.

The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.

William James

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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