Brian Noon, CEO of the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy explains what's going on in your brain when anxiety becomes overwhelming, and provides some hints and tips on how to manage it better. 

Sally Hare talks to Chair of the AfSFH, and head of the MYCaW research project into the efficacy of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, Jane Fox.

Sally Hare talks to Solution Focused Hypnotherapist, Supervisor and Lecturer, Mel Cook, about her personal and professional experience of living with ADHD, her late diagnosis, and how the solution-focused approach supports those living with ADHD so well. Find out more about Mel at https://melaniecookhypnotherapy.com/ 

Lead researcher Emma Treby of Inspired to Change discusses how Solution Focused Hypnotherapy helped members of the Northumbria Police force with anxiety and depression. Find out more at https://inspiredtochange.biz/blogs/the-effectiveness-of-solution-focused-hypnotherapy-in-a-uk-police-force/

Julie Taylor and Marcia Eden from www.hypno4children.co.uk discuss with Sally Hare how effective Hypnotherapy can be for children and young people. They explain what strategies work well at different ages, and offer two relaxation breathwork exercises for you to try at home.

Exams Officer at 3A Tutors, Paul Turner, discusses exam anxiety: what it is, how it can get in the way, and what can help - including Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. With Sally Hare. Find out more about 3A Tutors at https://www.3at.org.uk/

Hypnotherapist and Chair of the National Council for Hypnotherapy, Tracey Grist, discusses narcissism and the effects of narcissistic abuse, how Hypnotherapy and self care can help those affected, and the importance of standards within the Hypnotherapy profession. With Sally Hare. #narcissism #narcissist #narcissisticabuse Tracey's website: https://www.southlondontherapy.co.uk/ National Council for Hypnotherapy website: https://www.hypnotherapists.org.uk/ UK Hypnosis Convention website: https://ukhypnosisconvention.co.uk/

Solution Focused Hypnotherapist Jackie McCormick has worked with individuals who identify as autistic, and increasingly those who identify as having ADHD, and their families and carers, for over 30 years. Here she discusses the impact it can have on people's lives, and the strategies and support that can help, with Sally Hare.

Nicola Griffiths shares her vast experience of dealing with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). She explains what it is and isn't, how OCD impacts a person's (and their familiy's) life, and how solution-focused hypnotherapy can help. Useful links: MIND has a very helpful page on how people can help friends/relatives suffering with OCD: https://tinyurl.com/AfSFHpodcast13  OCD-UK provide advice, information, and support services for those affected by OCD: https://www.ocduk.org/ocduk/

Andy Workman has been a Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist for over 14 years. He’s also a Supervisor, author, motivational speaker, and broadcaster. His book, Cavemen and Polar Bears, is prescribed reading on many Hypnotherapy courses, and he presents Professional Development workshops on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD.

We’re talking about how the holiday season can be … well, a little less sparkly and perfect than the adverts and lifestyle sections of the glossies might lead us to believe.We’ll also be sharing tips on how to overcome the stresses of the season and even, perhaps, to enjoy it, and at the end there’s an opportunity to switch off as Sally takes you on a destress relaxation.

Adam Eason has been a clinical hypnotherapist since first qualifying in 1997, he has lectured on Bournemouth University's MSc Hypnosis in Research, Medicine, and Clinical Practice, and is founder and Principal of the Anglo European College of Therapeutic Hypnosis. He continues to conduct research into hypnosis and cognitive functioning at Bournemouth University's psychology department, and has written published peer reviewed journal articles and books including, Hypnosis For Running.

Sophie Fletcher is a Hypnotherapist, trainer, coach, and author. She has a particular interest in women’s health and wellbeing, writing for the national press, and also authoring several bestselling titles including “Mindful Hypnobirthing” and “Mindful Momma”. Her latest book, “Mindful Menopause”, is available (as are the others) from all the major book retailers. Her website is at: https://www.sophiefletcher.co.uk/

Phil Harris works in community services with young people and those with complex needs, developing services, directing projects, training, and writing books and blogs on the subject. Hear what he has to say about establishing the client's relationship with the problem; how naming emotions switches off emotional systems (amygdala); why super therapists should be theoretically promiscuous; and the importance of seeking routine feedback; and much more.

Susan Rodrigues is now a senior lecturer in Bristol and Cardiff. She is also Chair of the AfSFH, and Executive Director of the UK Confederation of Hypnotherapy Organisations. Stuart Taylor is also a senior lecturer for CPHT at Bristol and Cardiff.

Dr Chris Irons is one of the leading trainers and supervisors of Compassion Focused Therapy, and has worked with Paul Gilbert, the developer of Compassion Focused Therapy, since 1999.

Loretta Breuning's website: https://innermammalinstitute.org/ Courses: https://innermammalinstitute.org/course/ Podcast: https://innermammalinstitute.org/podcast/ Contact comms@afsfh.com for the discount code.

Guy is a Solution Focused therapist, consultant, author, and trainer based in London. He was first introduced to the solution-focused approach back in the early 90s, when he was a social worker, and he did initial training in Solution Focused Brief Therapy in 1995. Since then he has become one of the world’s leading champions of the SF approach, developing training for students and practitioners, writing, Solution-Focused Practice: Effective Communication to Facilitate Change.

A look at phobias and how solution-focused hypnotherapy  can help people with a phobia.

A look at sleep, insomnia, and how solution-focused hypnotherapy can help people get some, all important, sleep. There's also a nice relaxation at the end of the podcast.