Bishop’s Stortford Hypnotherapy with Ciara Foy

 

Are you feeling stressed or anxious
Have you lost your confidence or self esteem?
Does life often feel overwhelming?
Do you wish you could find a better way to cope?

 

If you nodded to any of these questions you’re in the right place

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Ciara Foy

HPD DSFH MNCH (Reg.) AfSFH (Reg.)

Google Rating
5.0
Based on 10 reviews
Facebook Rating
5.0
Based on 4 reviews
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Locations: Bishop's Stortford and Online

Who I work with

At Inspired to Change I work with people who are experiencing an emotional or physical issue which is holding them back or who are struggling to cope with life’s challenges and adapting to change. Often they have tried other approaches to move forward but ultimately they still feel unhappy or stuck. People just like you. 

Regardless of what brings people to see us they all have one thing in common:

  • They are motivated to get better, cope better or be better
  • They are ready to get their lives on track
  • They are inspired to change

And that is what I am passionate about and skilled at helping people to do!

In addition to the many different issues that the solution focused approach is effective at helping, my personal passion is helping people with chronic pain, phobias, parenting highly sensitive children, neurodiversity, trauma and PTSD.

    Reviews

    Excellent5.0 Based on 14 reviews from review us onLucy C.Lucy C. ★★★★★ I was really skeptical of trying hypnotherapy but I really couldn’t have had a better experience! I book for 6 sessions to help me overcome a specific problem I was having and was able to move forward with this problem after only 2 sessions and the sessions also helped me move forward in so many other areas of my life too. Ciara is absolutely fantastic and I always came out of sessions feeling positive and motivated. She also teaches you so much about the brain and how it works. Couldn’t recommend Ciara enough and I know if I ever need help with anything in the future, I will definitely be going back to Ciara!Kate M.Kate M. ★★★★★ Ciara is very good at connecting to individuals and helping them with their needs. She helped me overcome my anxiety and depression very quickly and I will be very greatful to her service. She knows exactly what to do in a crisis and knows what solutions to offer. Highly recommended!Danny H.Danny H. ★★★★★ I met Ciara through my Networking group and saw her presentation which touched on the use of neuroscience techniques to reach a more positive, confident motivated and focused way of life.

    I was intrigued and arranged a free consultation with Ciara, and a plan was made for us to start to work together.
    After nearly 3-months of regular consultations, my work and personal life has had a dramatic change for the better.

    Within a few sessions I started to have more energy, felt positive ,was able to put boundaries in place at work and my stress levels subsided. At around my sixth session I rediscovered pleasant feelings that I hadn’t experienced since my early teens. This was my body being re-acquainted with serotonin after many years of mental neglect.
    It's difficult to depict what a life changing affect my sessions with Ciara have had on my being. It’s been incredible, learning about the intellectual mind and primitive brain.

    My mind now is starting to automatically kick in at trigger points upon certain events, looking at solutions rather than dwelling on the problems. My brain now addresses how I want to feel about a situation, making this happen rather than procrastinating in a negative state.

    One cannot fully put in words how much Ciara has helped me, when in truth, I didn’t know I needed help! Hypnotherapy can assist with so many of life’s mental glitch’s and I implore anyone who has a beating heart to have a free consultation with Ciara, it will change your life .

    Daniel Hopwood , Chelmsford , Essex
    Daniel H.Daniel H. ★★★★★ I met Ciara through my Networking group and saw her presentation which touched on the use of neuroscience techniques to reach a more positive, confident motivated and focused way of life.I was intrigued and arranged a free consultation with Ciara, and a plan was made for us to start to work together.After nearly 3-months of regular consultations, my work and personal life has had a dramatic change for the better.Within a few sessions I started to have more energy, felt positive ,was able to put boundaries in place at work and my stress levels subsided. At around my sixth session I rediscovered pleasant feelings that I hadn’t experienced since my early teens. This was my body being re-acquainted with serotonin after many years of mental neglect.It's difficult to depict what a life changing affect my sessions with Ciara have had on my being. It’s been incredible, learning about the intellectual mind and primitive brain. My mind now is starting to automatically kick in at trigger points upon certain events, looking at solutions rather than dwelling on the problems. My brain now addresses how I want to feel about a situation, making this happen rather than procrastinating in a negative state.One cannot fully put in words how much Ciara has helped me, when in truth, I didn’t know I needed help! Hypnotherapy can assist with so many of life’s mental glitch’s and I implore anyone who has a beating heart to have a free consultation with Ciara, it will change your life .Daniel Hopwood , Chelmsford , EssexEnma A.Enma A. ★★★★★ Having Ciara as a therapist has been extremely helpful in my life journey, as she supported me tremendously so far and continues to do it. I recommend her with all my heart and am grateful for all the help and support given in finding myself.Danielle S.Danielle S. ★★★★★ What a journey.. I came to Ciara to help me with a long-standing, and if I’m honest, all-consuming phobia that I just didn’t know would ever be possible to even just ease, let alone get rid of.

    With Ciara you feel immediately calm, settled and confident that I’m going to be ok. I learnt so much about how our brains work, why we develop fears and phobias, and also the importance of a positive mindset, and just how much impact that and of course sleep has on our lives.

    During the course of the treatment it became apparent I was dealing with some other major stresses, so the phobia was put to one side and instead the focus shifted to bringing my stress levels down to a manageable level and get back into the right mindset in order to even address the phobia - I feel it’s important to share this to show just how adaptable and perceptive Ciara is.

    When the worst actually happened (universe testing me!) and I unexpectedly had to face my phobia, I was able to make a change and it was much much less scary.. thank you so much Ciara, I wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone and everyone!
    Grace J.Grace J. ★★★★★ Life changing - cannot recommend Ciara enough, I felt that I was so stuck and couldn’t see a way through, since seeing Ciara, everything has changed, my outlook on life is completely different now!Gavin J.Gavin J. ★★★★★ Wow what an amazing way to learn about yourself, Learn about how the brain works and practice what Ciara teaches you. At the first appointment, Ciara asked on a scale of 1-10 how i was feeling, my answer was a 2. I was stressed, felt stuck, Feeling quite low, worried about lots of things, overwhelmed, and unable to think straight. By week 10 i was feeling a 7.5, positive, a lot less stressed and worried, feeling positive about the future and putting into practice what i have been taught. Ciara is very understanding of how our brain works, Hypnotherapy and very easily explains how we can change the way we think to help mental wellbeing. I can only express positivity towards Ciara and the help that Ciara has given me to get me back on track, feeling good about myself and the future. Thank you Ciara.😀Gavin J.Gavin J. ★★★★★ Wow what an amazing way to learn about yourself, Learn about how the brain works and practice what Ciara teaches you. At the first appointment, Ciara asked on a scale of 1-10 how i was feeling, my answer was a 2. I was stressed, felt stuck, Feeling quite low, worried about lots of things, overwhelmed, and unable to think straight. By week 10 i was feeling a 7.5, positive, a lot less stressed and worried, feeling positive about the future and putting into practice what i have been taught. Ciara is very understanding of how our brain works, Hypnotherapy and very easily explains how we can change the way we think to help mental wellbeing. I can only express positivity towards Ciara and the help that Ciara has given me to get me back on track, feeling good about myself and the future. Thank you Ciara.Mark D.Mark D. ★★★★★ Ciara has had a dramatically positive effect on my life . I cannot recommend her highly enough. The sessions have lead me on a positive path and equipped me with the tools to continue improving my life in every aspect . I truly believe what I have been shown will be with me for life and will help me deal positively with life’s challenges, right now though it’s just an improvement day on day and I relish each opportunity that I create or presents to me. This reprogramming of the mind and thought processes really works for me . I am excited for the future. I thank Ciara for her professionalism and steadfast attitude to help me , Ciara obviously loves what she does.Daniel J.Daniel J. ★★★★★ I first met Ciara 12 weeks ago at a networking meeting and I immediately felt comfortable and at ease with her way of explaining hypnotherapy and how she thought she could help me. At the time I was feeling just a bit "stuck" In life and overwhelmed with all of the things I was constantly procrastinating about. Session 3 was my breakthrough session, all of a sudden something just resonated with me so clearly and with Ciara's help I have managed to completely change the way I think and feel about myself, my business and my family life. I originally signed up for 6 sessions and then signed up a second time too to help me continue on my journey. I couldn't thank Ciara enough and couldn't recommend her highly enough.Fantastic hypnotherapist and genuinely a lovely person who really wants to help.Dan J.Dan J. ★★★★★ I first met Ciara 12 weeks ago at a networking meeting and I immediately felt comfortable and at ease with her way of explaining hypnotherapy and how she thought she could help me. At the time I was feeling just a bit "stuck" In life and overwhelmed with all of the things I was constantly procrastinating about. Session 3 was my breakthrough session, all of a sudden something just resonated with me so clearly and with Ciara's help I have managed to completely change the way I think and feel about myself, my business and my family life. I originally signed up for 6 sessions and then signed up a second time too to help me continue on my journey. I couldn't thank Ciara enough and couldn't recommend her highly enough.
    Fantastic hypnotherapist and genuinely a lovely person who really wants to help.
    Wendy R.Wendy R. ★★★★★ Hypnotherapy with Ciara was everything I needed. Ciara is easy to talk to, very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She made me feel very comfortable, relaxed and positive after each session and helped me through some troubling times. I cannot thank Ciara enough.Aoife M.Aoife M. ★★★★★ I’ve never had any kind of therapy before but this was such a great first experience. I had no knowledge or experience of hypnotherapy, and which hypnotherapist to go to. I was very, very fortunate to choose Ciara. It was immediately clear that she is very knowledgeable and she approaches even the most sensitive issues with thoughtfulness and kindness.Right from the very outset she was able to settle me down and explain to me very clearly what the sessions were all about and what they would achieve.I have no hesitation in saying that the improvements I have seen in myself have come about as a direct result of my sessions with her, and I would recommend her to anyone.
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    With a genuine love of neuroscience, positive psychology and all things brain related, working as a solution focused hypnotherapist allows me to help you understand and overcome PTSD, trauma and the anxiety that impacts our lives.

    Having worked alongside special force personnel suffering from PTSD to young children and teens with anxiety, I am well placed to help. 

    Seeing your “ah-ha” moments as it all begins to make sense and you begin to find your footing, gaining confidence and once again enjoying experiences and life, is a journey I get to witness every day.

    My interest in working with children and teens, often includes neurodiversity challenges. As parents of these children and young adults, I understand the stress and anxiety that goes hand in hand with seeing your child suffer and I can help both you and your child regain control of your lives.

    Showing people how an overwhelming and out of control life can become a positive and exciting future is my passion.

    Specialities

    • Children & Teens
    • Trauma & PTSD
    • Men’s Mental Health
    • Pain Managment
    • Phobias
    • Neurodiversity

    How much does it cost?

    I offer a FREE Initial Consultation to help me better understand how I can help you.  Hypnotherapy sessions after that can be paid for as you go at £95 a session, or most of my client opt for the savings that come with purchasing a package of 6 sessions for £475.

      Mental Health and Wellbeing Training with Inspired to Change

      Resilience and Wellbeing Training

      Talks, Webinars & Masterclasses

      Our short talks and webinars are a great introduction to get people thinking about simple changes they can make to reduce stress and build resilience.  In our longer Lunch & Learn Sessions we take a deeper dive in to a particular subject related to resilience and wellbeing. Contact me to discuss your requirements.

      Resilience and Wellbeing workshop

      Our half day workshops provide a deeper understanding of how our brain works and why it responds the way it does to every day events. This understanding forms the foundations that allow us to understand what we can do to change our responses. We will teach you simple techniques to reducing negative thinking and stress and build resilience and wellbeing so we can so that we can be more focused, creative, productive and happy, both in the workplace and at home.  Contact me to discuss your requirements.

      Coaching Programme

      Our coaching programme is perfect for those who have already been on our half day workshop. In this 4 part programme we guide and support you to integrate our Resilience and Wellbeing Programme in to your every day life both at work and at home. We also take a deeper look at some common issues that we all face such as how to build motivation and how to have more helpful communications with others around us. The environment of a small group is perfect for helping each individual to find their way of integrating this work in a comfortable way that that works for them.  Contact me to discuss your requirements.

      Mental Health In The Workplace Training

      Mental Health Awareness training

      An introduction to the topic of mental health, exploring what mental health is (and isn’t) and raising awareness of common mental health conditions, their symptoms and effects and how to both identify and minimise them, this workshop provides learners with increased self-awareness and insight into their own mental health status and challenges, as well as the knowledge and skills to enable everyone in the organisation to actively promote a culture of wellbeing for the benefit of all.

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      Managing mental health training

      A comprehensive workshop which takes learners on an exploration of the role of employers, managers and leaders, when it comes to mental health at work, and equips them with the knowledge, skills, tools and confidence to enable the wellbeing of their team, through understanding mental health and the legal obligation to protect it, as well as learning how to nurture a positive environment, spot the early signs of common conditions and have the confidence to respond appropriately.

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      Mental Health First Aid training

      This internationally recognised training course, all built around a Mental Health First Aid action plan is designed to qualify attendees as a Mental Health First Aider, teaching them how to spot the signs and symptoms of mental ill-health and to then provide help and support to someone experiencing a mental health issue on a first aid basis.

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      Becca in Maidstone

      “I understand my brain and thought patterns so much better now, I am in control of how depression and anxiety affects me daily, and not only do I feel able to cope with it, I am enjoying my life again”

      Gina in Kettering

      “It was nice to speak to someone who had an answer for the way I was feeling. To realise I wasn’t going mad was wonderful!  I am now so much calmer and able to think clearly about any situation. Life is much better.”

      Callum in Market Harborough

      “I have gradually become more relaxed as my anxiety has been released and small changes to each day have increased my general happiness and well-being.  Book an initial consultation today – you really have nothing to lose.”

      Emma in Devon

      “The whole experience was life changing!  Peace and positivity has been restored in my head,  and without doubt I’m more confident – I actually have some self esteem!!  If you’re thinking of using hypnotherapy go for it!”

      Julie in Maidstone

      “I suffered with anxiety attacks for over 25 years and had taken medication consistently for 20 years. I felt that the medication was no longer a positive support for me and I wanted to find a non-medical option.  Hypnotherapy worked for me.”

      Meet my clients


      Find out what it’s like working with me. Read about my clients experiences and the impact I have on their lives.