FAQ

There are several good reasons.

Professional, qualified care. You will be working with a fully qualified, full-time hypnotherapy-trained counsellor, not a part-timer. Your counsellor is committed to ongoing professional development, so the care you receive reflects current best practice rather than outdated methods.

A plan built around you. Your treatment plan is tailored to your specific needs and adjusted as you progress. Nothing is one-size-fits-all, and nothing is delivered on autopilot.

A genuine commitment to your wellbeing. People come to us with real concerns, and we are here to help you resolve them. Your wellbeing matters to us, and we take that responsibility seriously.

If you would like to find out more about how we might be able to help, please use the form below to get in touch. We will then arrange a conversation about your situation, with no obligation to proceed.

Will what you share in sessions remain private? Yes, absolutely. Everything you share in session is treated as strictly private and confidential. There are only very narrow circumstances in which information would ever need to be shared, such as where disclosure is required by law or where there is a serious risk of harm to you or someone else. Otherwise, what you say in the room stays in the room.

Your counsellor will be happy to discuss confidentiality with you in more detail at any point, particularly if you have specific concerns about your situation.

Our rates vary depending on the type of treatment, and we are pleased to offer reduced rates for students, seniors, and Pioneer Generation (PG) card holders. From time to time, we also run package deals and special offers, so the most accurate way to find out the current charges is to get in touch using the form below. There is no obligation to proceed, and your enquiry will be handled in confidence.

We accept payment by Internet bank transfer, YouBiz, and cash.

The first session is primarily a conversation. Your counsellor will ask about what has brought you to counselling, what you are hoping to change, and a little about your background so that the work can be properly tailored to you. There is no formal assessment, no pressure to commit to anything, and no obligation to continue if it does not feel right. If you have been considering taking the first step but are unsure what to expect, please use the form below to get in touch. We will be glad to answer any questions you may have before you book.

We offer a range of contemporary, evidence-based therapeutic approaches, which means we can tailor the work to you rather than fitting you into a single fixed method. Depending on what you are hoping to address, your counsellor may draw on one or more of the following.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful patterns of thought and behaviour.

Clinical Hypnotherapy uses a guided state of deep relaxation to help you access and work with your own inner resources.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward what truly matters to you.

Motivational Interviewing (MI) supports you in finding your own reasons for change, particularly when you feel stuck or ambivalent.

Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) examines how language and thought patterns shape your experience and behaviour.

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) concentrates on where you want to be rather than on what has gone wrong.

Whichever approach is used, the goal is the same: to find what works for you. Your counsellor will discuss the options with you and explain why a particular approach may be helpful for your specific situation, so you are never left wondering what is happening or why.

Each treatment session is 50 minutes long. If you require additional time on a particular day, a longer session can usually be arranged with your counsellor in advance. This allows sufficient time for the additional slot to be reserved, ensuring that the session can proceed without interruption.

This depends on what you are hoping to work on, as well as your own circumstances and commitment to the process. Some concerns can be successfully addressed in a single session, while others benefit from a longer course of, say, six sessions or more. The best way to find out is to speak with your counsellor, who will be able to give you a clearer sense of what to expect after an initial conversation.

It is also worth knowing that many clients notice meaningful change after just one or two sessions, even when more sessions are recommended. Counselling and psychotherapy often works in subtle, cumulative ways, so progress is rarely a case of all-or-nothing.

Not necessarily. Some clients find that exploring early experiences is genuinely helpful, while others do not need to go there at all. The work is always led by you and by what feels relevant to the concern you are bringing. Your counsellor will follow your pace and your preferences, and will only ever explore what feels useful to you. If you have been wondering whether counselling is right for you but are worried about being pushed into uncomfortable territory, please use the form below to get in touch and we will be glad to answer any questions you may have before you decide.

No. For most types of counselling, sessions take place with you and your counsellor sitting in comfortable chairs, face to face, in a private and relaxed setting. There is no couch, no swinging watch, and no theatrical lighting. The environment is designed to feel safe and ordinary, so that you can focus on the conversation itself.

For hypnotherapy sessions specifically, you will usually be invited to lie in a comfortable recliner, since deep physical relaxation is part of the process. You remain fully aware and in control throughout, and the recliner is simply there to support that relaxation. If you would like to find out more about what a session actually looks like, please use the form below to get in touch and we will be happy to walk you through it.

That depends on the situation, and it is something best discussed with your counsellor beforehand. For individual counselling, sessions are typically one-to-one, since the work is most effective when you have a private space of your own. For couples or family work, of course, the relevant people are part of the session by design. If you are unsure which arrangement would suit your situation, please use the form below to get in touch and we will be glad to advise you.

That is entirely welcome, and there is no need to feel self-conscious about it. Crying is a natural response to difficult emotions, and counsellors are trained to hold that space calmly and without judgement. You will not be asked to explain yourself or to apologise, and the session will simply continue at whatever pace feels right for you. If you have been putting off seeking support because you are worried about losing composure, please use the form below to get in touch. You do not have to face this alone.

You do not need to be in crisis to benefit from counselling. Many people come because they feel stuck, or because something has been quietly weighing on them for longer than they would like. Others come at a clear turning point, such as a loss, a change, or a relationship difficulty. If you have been wondering whether counselling could help but are unsure whether your concern is "big enough," please use the form below to get in touch. A short conversation with your counsellor is often the clearest way to find out.

That depends on the availability of our counsellors at the time of your enquiry. We do our best to accommodate language preferences where possible, and we will always let you know honestly if we are not able to do so. If language is an important consideration for you, please mention it when you use the form below to get in touch, and we will discuss the options with you before any booking is made.

That is one of the most common worries people bring, and it is far more normal than you might think. You are not expected to arrive with a polished explanation of what is wrong, and your counsellor will guide the conversation gently so that you never feel put on the spot. Silence is also welcome; sometimes the most important work happens in the pauses. If you have been holding back because you are worried about not knowing what to say, please use the form below to get in touch. The first step is often easier than it seems.

Clinical hypnotherapy uses guided states of deep relaxation to help you bring about meaningful change in how you think, feel, and behave. It is a collaborative process in which your hypnotherapy-trained counsellor works with you to access your own inner resources, rather than something that is done to you.

In a relaxed, focused state, you are often able to explore thoughts, feelings, and past experiences more comfortably than you can in everyday conversation. This can be particularly helpful for noticing patterns that may be holding you back, whether they relate to anxiety, low mood, phobias, stress, sleep difficulties, or habits such as smoking or other unwanted behaviours. Once these patterns are clearer, your counsellor can support you in activating your own capacity for change.

Clinical hypnotherapy is used to support a wide range of concerns, from medical and psychological conditions to specific behavioural issues. The particular focus will always be shaped by what matters most to you.

It is also an established complementary therapy with a strong track record. In the UK, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, and much of Europe, clinical hypnotherapy is widely practised, professionally regulated, and integrated into mainstream healthcare settings in various ways. It is also widely practised and well-accepted in Singapore.

Hypnosis is an altered state of consciousness. Qualified professionals—such as doctors, dentists, psychologists, and other trained specialists—use it to treat a range of psychological, emotional, and physical problems.

When a person is under hypnosis, sometimes called a Trance state, they enter a condition of deep inner absorption, concentration, and focused attention. Like a magnifying glass that focuses the sun's rays to make them more powerful, a concentrated and focused mind allows us to use our mental abilities more powerfully.

In the Trance state, the body experiences deep physical relaxation while the mind remains clear, alert, and focused. The Subconscious* mind becomes open and highly suggestible.

It is worth noting that we enter this altered state naturally many times throughout the day—although most of us are unaware of it happening. For instance, when driving, we may become so engrossed in our thoughts that we arrive at our destination without remembering how we got there. This is commonly known as "highway hypnosis."

Another example is watching a movie and becoming so caught up in the drama that we momentarily forget we are only watching a film. All of these are examples of a natural state of hypnosis.

* Note: The terms 'Subconscious' and 'Unconscious' are used interchangeably on this website.

The difference is fundamental. Stage hypnosis is a form of entertainment, designed to amuse an audience through dramatic demonstrations of suggestibility. Clinical hypnotherapy, by contrast, is a serious therapeutic discipline, used to help people address real psychological, emotional, and physical concerns.

In a stage show, the hypnotist selects volunteers who appear willing to do unusual or embarrassing things for the amusement of the crowd. In a clinical setting, your counsellor works with you privately, at your own pace, on goals that you have chosen together. Nothing happens without your consent, and you remain in control throughout.

It is also worth knowing that the two settings use entirely different methods. Stage hypnosis relies on performance, peer pressure, and the dynamics of a live audience, while clinical hypnotherapy relies on a private therapeutic relationship built on trust, confidentiality, and your genuine willingness to engage. The end goal is also different: the stage performer is there to entertain, while the counsellor is there to help you achieve meaningful and lasting change.

Clinical hypnotherapy is an established complementary therapy with a strong track record. In the UK, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, and much of Europe, clinical hypnotherapy is widely practised, professionally regulated, and integrated into mainstream healthcare settings in various ways. It is also widely practised and well-accepted in Singapore.

If you have been wondering whether clinical hypnotherapy could help you, the best way to find out is a no-obligation conversation. Please use the form below to get in touch, and we will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

Clinical hypnotherapy has a strong evidence base and a long track record of helping people with a wide range of concerns. Decades of research and clinical practice have shown it to be a valuable therapeutic approach, particularly when used as part of a structured treatment plan.

Its effectiveness depends on a few things. The concern being addressed matters, and most importantly, your own willingness to engage with the process. Where these factors come together well, clinical hypnotherapy can produce meaningful and lasting change, often in a relatively small number of sessions.

It is also worth knowing that clinical hypnotherapy works best when the work is genuinely tailored to you rather than delivered as a fixed script.

If you have been considering clinical hypnotherapy but are unsure whether it is right for you, we would be glad to hear from you. Please use the form below to get in touch, and we will get back to you to arrange a no-obligation conversation about your situation and how we might be able to help.

Almost anyone can be hypnotised, provided they understand the language being used and are willing to follow the therapist's guidance. The key requirement is cooperation: the more willingly you work with the therapist, the deeper the trance you are likely to achieve. The depth of trance you ultimately attain depends directly on how fully you allow yourself to follow the guidance offered.

It depends on the individual. Some people may not feel or realise that they were in trance after the session, while others may be more aware of the changes in their bodies. You may experience sensations such as weightlessness or floating, heaviness, tingling, or simply a pleasant sense of relaxation.

Nevertheless, whether or not you consciously know you were in trance is largely irrelevant, as the desired changes will become apparent over time—perhaps within a few days or weeks. The effect can be subtle or immediate, depending on how receptive your unconscious mind was during the therapy session.

Not at all. Even when you are in trance, you remain fully in control and very much aware of what is going on at all times. In fact, because your mind will be in an extremely relaxed state, free of the constant "chattering" so common in our everyday conscious lives, you are actually in more control of your thoughts and actions than usual.

You will not do or say anything against your own values or wishes. A counsellor cannot make you cluck like a chicken, reveal a secret, or do anything you do not want to do. Clinical hypnotherapy works through your cooperation, and your moral compass stays firmly in place throughout the session.

Absolutely not. You remain in control and fully aware of any suggestions given to you, even while in trance. Your mind will automatically reject any suggestion that feels wrong or goes against your values, so there is no risk of being talked into something you do not want.

Far from being weak-minded, the trance state is actually a heightened state of focused awareness. Because the usual mental "chattering" quiets down, you are often more discerning than usual, not less. In this sense, hypnosis is less about being made to do things and more about becoming better able to focus on what truly matters to you.

Not at all. Hypnotherapy is certainly not mind control, and there is an important principle at the heart of clinical hypnosis: all hypnosis is, in fact, self-hypnosis. Your counsellor can guide you into trance, but it is your own mind that does the deeper work, and it will only follow directions that feel right to you.

Because of this, you will not do or say anything against your will under any circumstances. You remain in control, awake, and alert throughout the session. The counsellor's role is closer to that of a guide or coach than a puppeteer, walking alongside you while you do the actual work of change.

Yes, Clinical hypnotherapy is certainly safe. Decades of research have found no evidence that it causes any physical, emotional, or psychological harm of any kind. On the contrary, because relaxation is at the heart of the process, it tends to relieve stress, tension, and anxiety, allowing you to reach a deeper state of calm than you might in natural sleep.

In other words, the more sessions you have, the more readily your mind and body learn to access this relaxed state on their own. Many clients find that the benefits extend well beyond the session itself, into their everyday lives.

Not at all. Although to an observer you might look as though you are asleep, because your body is in a state of deep physical relaxation, you are actually completely awake and aware of your surroundings throughout the session.

In fact, trance is a heightened state of focused awareness. Your usual mental "chattering" quietens down, which means you are often more able to notice what is happening both inside and around you, not less. You will hear your counsellor's voice clearly, and you will remain aware of anything that genuinely requires your attention.

Quite the opposite. Hypnosis actually requires a reasonable degree of intelligence, focus, and mental discipline, all of which are the very opposite of gullibility. Someone who is scattered, suggestible in the everyday sense, or unable to concentrate would in fact find it harder to go into the hypnotic state, not easier.

Many of our clients are graduates, working professionals, or both. Hypnosis rewards an active, engaged mind, which is why people who are curious, thoughtful, and motivated tend to respond especially well.

Not at all. Hypnotherapy is actually used quite often to strengthen concentration, focus, and willpower, which are the very qualities people worry about losing. Far from weakening the mind, clinical hypnosis tends to leave clients feeling more grounded, more decisive, and more in command of their own thoughts after a session than before it.

This is because hypnosis works with your own inner resources rather than against them. Rather than being something done to you, it is a collaborative process in which you remain firmly in the driver's seat throughout.

Most people remember everything that happened during a session, but sometimes, if you go into a particularly deep state of relaxation, you may remember less than you expected. This is entirely normal, and it does not mean the session has not worked.

Occasionally, your counsellor may suggest that you forget a particular part of the session, and with your prior consent this can happen quite naturally. Other times, people forget parts of the session for a simpler reason: they have come in expecting hypnosis to feel like the dramatic blackouts shown on television, so they unconsciously talk themselves out of remembering afterwards.

Whatever you consciously recall, your deeper mind will hold on to whatever is important to you, and any therapeutic suggestions made during the session will continue to work in the background over the following days and weeks.

The depth of relaxation you experience depends largely on your own willingness to let go and follow your counsellor's guidance. Some people enter a very deep state quite naturally, while others settle into a lighter, more comfortable level of relaxation. Both are entirely valid, and there is no "right" depth to aim for.

People who tend to go deeper often share a few things in common: a natural ability to focus, prior experience of hypnosis, or a regular practice such as meditation, yoga, or mindfulness. None of these are requirements, however. The most important factor is simply that you are willing to give the process a genuine chance to work.

Absolutely not. Your counsellor is an ordinary person, just one with the professional training and practical experience needed to guide you through the process. There is nothing mystical, magical, or supernatural about clinical hypnosis; it is simply a skill, much like counselling itself.

The most important "ingredient" in any session is you. Your openness, your willingness to engage, and your own inner resources are what actually drive the change. The counsellor's role is to help you make the most of these, rather than to do anything to you.

No. Your counsellor cannot make you do anything that goes against your will, your morality, or your values. The dramatic portrayals seen in films and on television are pure fiction, and bear little resemblance to how clinical hypnosis actually works.

Your mind has natural, in-built defences that protect you against any suggestion that feels wrong or unwanted. These defences remain fully active during a session, which means that anything you would normally reject in everyday life, you will simply and automatically reject in trance as well. You stay in the driver's seat throughout.

Yes, almost everyone does, and waking up is not the dramatic moment often portrayed in films. When guided by your hypnotherapy-trained counsellor, you will simply and gently return to your usual state of alert awareness at the end of the session, feeling much as you would after a quiet rest.

On very rare occasions, someone may drift into a natural, ordinary sleep rather than coming back to full alertness straight away, especially if they were already feeling tired before the session began. This is nothing to worry about. You will wake up naturally in your own time, in the same way you would after dozing off in a comfortable chair. Your counsellor will be there throughout, and the session will simply be paused until you are ready to continue.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely researched and well-established therapeutic approaches available today. It works on a simple but powerful idea: the way we think affects the way we feel, and the way we feel affects the way we behave. By noticing and adjusting unhelpful patterns in any of these areas, you can create meaningful change in the others.

CBT has a strong evidence base for helping with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, phobias, anger, addiction, and many other forms of emotional distress. In practice, your counsellor may use CBT on its own or combine it with other approaches, depending on what best suits your situation.

Yes, we can. Anger is one of the most common concerns people bring to counselling, and it is also one of the most responsive to a thoughtful, structured approach.

In our work together, you will receive a treatment plan tailored specifically to you, never a one-size-fits-all solution. You will work closely with your counsellor to identify the underlying issues that trigger your anger in the first place, rather than simply managing the symptoms on the surface. Over time, you will learn constructive skills for managing your emotions and communicating your thoughts clearly and assertively, both during sessions and in everyday life.

If you often feel angry, irritable, or frustrated over seemingly trivial matters, find yourself flying into a rage at the slightest provocation, or sense that your relationships or career are suffering as a result, please use the form below to get in touch. We will then arrange a conversation about how we might be able to help, with no obligation to proceed.