Business Details
Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy in Taunton
Sharon Dyke Hypnotherapy is a professional practice based in Taunton, Somerset, specialising in Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy. With over 17 years of clinical experience, the practice combines neuroscience-based techniques with therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. The approach prioritises empowering clients through positive thinking, interaction, and activity to address anxiety, depression, anger, and related conditions.Services are delivered in-person and online, supported by a commitment to ongoing professional development and clinical supervision. The practice adheres to strict ethical standards, holding memberships with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council and other regulatory bodies. Clients benefit from personalised treatment plans, including relaxation downloads and evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs.
Services
Anxiety Relief
Smoking Cessation
Weight Management
Phobia Treatment
Stress Reduction
Depression Support
Performance Anxiety
Trauma Recovery
Sleep Improvement
Confidence Building
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of clinical experience in Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy
- Our practice integrates neuroscience and evidence-based therapeutic models
- We provide flexible in-person and online appointment options
- Our treatment plans combine multiple accredited therapeutic approaches
- We maintain active clinical supervision and professional regulatory memberships
Associations and certifications
- Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)
- UK Council for Holistic Organisations (UKCHO)
What people say
Changed my life
Regained confidence
Effective coping strategies
Transformative experience
Highly recommend
Services
Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy
This neuroscience-based approach utilises trance states to promote positive mental rehearsal and behavioural change. By focusing on solution-building rather than problem-solving, clients develop practical tools to address anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions. The therapy incorporates neuroplasticity principles to establish new cognitive patterns.
Anxiety Management
Specialised interventions target anxiety symptoms through guided relaxation and cognitive restructuring techniques. Clients learn to regulate emotional responses using evidence-based methods including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. The approach addresses panic attacks, phobias, and generalised anxiety disorders.
Trauma Recovery
Trauma-informed therapy combines Solution-Focused Brief Therapy with Rewind Trauma Therapy techniques. This approach helps clients process traumatic memories while maintaining emotional safety. The method addresses PTSD symptoms, intrusive thoughts, and trauma-related behavioural patterns through structured therapeutic interventions.
Performance Enhancement
Tailored sessions improve self-efficacy and performance in professional, academic, and personal contexts. Using Solution-Focused techniques, clients develop mental resilience and overcome performance anxiety. The approach benefits public speaking, exam preparation, and sports performance through visualisation and cognitive restructuring.
Hypnobirthing Preparation
Prenatal hypnotherapy programme prepares expectant mothers for childbirth using relaxation and visualisation techniques. The course covers pain management strategies, fear reduction, and positive birthing mindset development. Sessions combine breathing exercises with self-hypnosis methods to promote calm and confidence during labour.
People
Sharon Dyke
Clinical Hypnotherapist & Psychotherapist
Senior practitioner with 17+ years in Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy and 38 years in healthcare. Holds advanced qualifications in multiple therapeutic modalities and serves as clinical supervisor for fellow practitioners.
Questions
What conditions can hypnotherapy help with?
Hypnotherapy effectively addresses anxiety, depression, phobias, PTSD, stress-related disorders, smoking cessation, weight management, and performance anxiety through evidence-based techniques.
Are online sessions as effective as in-person?
Yes, online sessions via Zoom or Skype maintain the same therapeutic effectiveness while offering greater accessibility and convenience for clients nationwide.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary by individual need, typically requiring 6-12 sessions. Progress is reviewed regularly to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes and efficiency.
Is hypnotherapy safe?
Yes, hypnotherapy is a safe, non-invasive therapy conducted by qualified professionals. Clients remain in control throughout sessions, which adhere to strict ethical and professional standards.
What qualifications do you hold?
I hold advanced certifications in Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy, and multiple therapeutic modalities, with active memberships in CNHC and UKCHO regulatory bodies.
Can I claim through insurance?
Many private health insurers cover hypnotherapy. Please check your policy details and contact me for necessary documentation to support your claim.
