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Fear of Public Speaking in Derby

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Fear of Public Speaking in Derby

I wanted to highlight the absolute morbid fear that some people have of public speaking. So if this is you why not consider hypnosis for fear of public speaking in Derby.

When you think of public speaking you tend to think of things like an MP etc standing up and giving a speech on whatever subject in front of huge audiences. Of course, it may be that you have got a major speech coming up. But more often than not our fears are generally at a much ‘lower level’.

For some, going on a course and having to stand up at the beginning and announce who you are is a moment of dread. For others, simply having the nerve to go up and ask someone to dance, to have an interview, a meeting, a presentation (I’ve lost count of the students at Uni I’ve helped with their presentations). You may have a Father of the Bride, or a “Best Man” speech to do….actually the list is quite endless.

So how can you help me ?

Well, much depends on how severe your fear is. Is it just a “one off” speech you’ve got to carry out ? In which case a simple “one off” session would probably suffice. If it’s deeper than that ie, you’ve actually got fears / phobias around this issue then it may be we’ll need to do a few sessions. If you contact me I’ll be able to give you more of an indication.

What do I do now ?

If you’ve not done so already why not look at my website www.alexanderpractice.co.uk it will give you a better insight into what I do. Not only with regards to fear of public speaking in Derby, but also many other areas.

You can contact me either via the website or as follows :

As you would expect everything is in total confidence and no one will know you’ve been – or what you’ve said unless you choose to tell them.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp Hypnotherapist in Derby & Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby providing help with fear of public speaking in Derby

Review Alexander Practice Derby

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Review Alexander Practice Derby

This week I wanted to give a review of the Alexander Practice Derby. This is the trading name of Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp based at 1 Vernon Street, Derby. DE1 3NX

As a practicing Hypnotherapist in Derby for 17 years I qualified in 2003 (IAH). Over this period I’ve carried out in excess of 10,000 client sessions – probably more than anyone else in the region.

Whilst the use of Hypnotherapy is an excellent technique, after around 5 years I felt that I could offer more to speed the ‘recovery’ of my clients. Therefore I attended further training with Dr David Kato. David is internationally known and the renowned UK expert on depressive disorders. Before his retirement he was accredited Advanced Trainer and international speaker with the following:

  • Academy For Continued Hypnosis Education – Vice President
  • International Medical & Dental Hypnotherapy Association (Fellow)
  • Association For Professional Hypnosis & Psychotherapy
  • General Hypnotherapy Register
  • National Register of Advanced Hypnotherapists (Management Team)
  • National Association of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapists

I was awarded the Certificate in Stress Management and Diploma in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) as well as my IAH practitioners qualification which I’d attained in 2003. All 3 therapies work extremely well together.

What Else ?

Well, I have appeared in Central Television and also as an ‘expert’ in my field many times on Radio Derby. All my certificates are available for examination at my office along with many copies of testimonials etc.

To Close

By providing this review of the Alexander Practice Derby I hope that it has provided you with sufficient insight as to my credibility in this field. Why not have a look at my website if you require further information www.alexanderpractice.co.uk . I always offer a free consultation which allows you to meet me and ask any questions that you may have. As you would expect, everything is in total confidence.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp

www.alexanderpractice.co.uk

E: geoffrey@alexanderpractice.co.uk

Tel. 07582 865 265

1 Vernon Street, Derby. DE1 3NX

Wine Addiction in Derby

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Wine Addiction in Derby

Have you been looking for help with Wine Addiction in Derby ?  I recently had a female client. A busy mum of a seven-and a nine-year old. Once the blur of the school run was done, she’d go to work in a local accountancy firm. After lunch she’d come home and work with her husband invoicing clients for their business. School again to pick up the kids.

Back home. An evening of supervised homework, “row refereeing” and cooking for fussy palates. A whirl of hectic demands and chores.Finally, the evening was done.

The children were in bed at last. Ahhh….. The voluptuous, velvety siren call… wine time. Unfortunately an all too familiar story.Don’t get me wrong I love a good rose, red or white myself. But it serves me (on occasion) and not the other way about.

I’ve been there myself. It’s the end of the day, time to relax. Time to crack open a bottle of red. Come on! We’re all nannied to death, aren’t we? Guidelines and directives about everything.

The Effect

This client’s behavioural cause-and-effect was easy to see. Her face was bloated and felt she was less “there” for her children and husband. Felt sick all the time,harder to focus on work. Therefore fretted that other parents and co-workers could see the recent trend of her tremors and shakes, her changed appearance, her vagueness. She told me plaintively:

“It’s disgusting of me but I now feel that I only really live for that glass of wine!” But “that glass”, she confessed tearfully, often descended into two or occasionally three bottles a night.

She didn’t think her husband knew how much she drank. After all, it had started innocently enough. Just one or two glasses to wind down after the day. Her “me time”.

The Way forward

This will be a bit of a journey if you are looking for help with wine addiction in Derby. There’s a variety of things we will cover over the sessions (normally 5 0r 6 weekly). Covering why this behaviour has occurred, breaking up habits and using Hypnotherapy & Cognitive Behavioural techniques to support you and help change your thought processes.

Conclusion

This client eventually told her husband she was stopping wine drinking because it was a real problem for her. The bottles came out of hiding, she stopped lying to her husband, and she finally recovered the life she had lost.

Action

Why not have a look at my website www.alexanderpractice.co.uk to see how I can help you. Each journey of 1000 miles starts with the first step. So why not come and see me for a free consultation. You can contact me via the website, or email me directly on geoffrey@alexanderpractice.co.uk or Tel. 07582 865 265. Everything is in total confidence.

Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp Hypnotherapist in Derby & Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby providing help with Wine Addiction in Derby

 

Help with Depression in Derby

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Are you suffering with Depression in Derby – or looking for help with Depression in Derby ?  Depression is perhaps one of the most debilitating ailments that can befall us. If you’ve never suffered with it, it’s hard to quite understand why someone can’t just ‘snap themselves out of it ‘. Just accept the fact that if they could, then they would.

The fact is though that the more you allow it to engulf you – the more it does. There’s a saying that says “If you do what you’ve always done – you’ll get what you’ve always got”. So, by that I mean that if you continually avoid say going out, going to work, involving yourself in hobbies etc etc….then you’re going to find it difficult to get better.

Now I know that sounds like I’m saying ‘snap out of it ‘ …but I’m not. What I’m saying is that there are things you can do to help yourself. A colleague of mine recently posted a blog https://relaxlikeaboss.com/depression-sucks/  . Have a look at it – you may find it helps / give you an insight into why / how to work with depression.

The way forward

Well, for me there’s no better way to recover from depression than to work with a Therapist. A Therapist will help you to get out of that depressive cycle and get you back into normality again. I’ve been providing help with depression in Derby for 17 years now and carried out more than 10,000 client sessions – so would be confident in helping you.

Why not contact me ?

Each journey of 1,000 miles starts with the first step. Have a look at my website www.alexanderpractice.co.uk you’ll see there’s a page dedicated to depression : https://alexanderpractice.co.uk/depression-in-derby/

To take things a stage further why not consider coming to see me to discuss how I can help you. I offer a free consultation to facilitate this. You can contact me via the Website or Email direct on geoffrey@alexanderpractice.co.uk or call 07582 865 265

I look forward to hearing from you.

Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp. Hypnotherapist in Derby & Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby providing help with Depression in Derby

 

 

 

Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby

Have you been looking for a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby  ?  Most importantly when you’re looking for help it’s a little difficult to know where to turn isn’t it. Why should you consider using me ?  – Because I’ve been in practice for in excess of 17 years and perhaps more than anyone else in the region. During this time I’ve carried out in excess of 10,000 client sessions. Additionally I’ve also been regularly consulted on Radio and TV features. Besides this my office is in a very convenient & professional location in Derby. Of course everything, as you would expect is carried out in total confidence.

 

What can Cognitive Behavioural Therapy help with ?

As a Cognitive Behavioural Behavioral Therapist in Derby I’ve worked with all major types of problems, such as :

  • Panic attacks / anxiety
  • Confidence issues
  • Phobias
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders / fussy eating
  • Weight issues
  • Stopping Smoking
  • Bereavement
  • Insomnia
  • Excessive drinking
  • Stress
  • Anger
  • Jealousy

Clearly this list is not exhaustive.  Why not browse my website. A good place to start is  https://alexanderpractice.co.uk/cognitive-behavioural-therapy/  . Therefore if you feel I could help why not contact me. I offer a free consultation which enables us to discuss your issues. Besides, this clearly allows you to meet me and to feel comfortable with me and what I have to say doesn’t it.

What do I do now ?

I look forward to hearing from you. Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby and all areas of Derbyshire

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Derby

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Derby

Have you been looking for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Derby  – because I’ve been in practice for in excess of 17 years. Over that time have carried more than 10,000 client sessions . Probably more than any one else in the region.

What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ?

CBT will help you to challenge your negative thought processes and manage the stress / anxiety / symptoms that you have been experiencing. Most clients attend c. 5 / 6 weekly sessions at my office on Vernon Street in Derby. Therefore each session lasts an hour and cost wise each session is £60.00.

What next ?

Because you have been thinking about Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Derby I do understand that attending for the first time can seem a little daunting. You may consider it’s easier to just ‘put up’ with the problems that you’re experiencing. However, there’s a saying that if you do what you’ve always done – you’ll get what you’ve always got. Think about it – if your washing machine or TV breaks down you get it fixed – don’t you. So why not take that first step and get yourself fixed!

Contact me now – everything is in total confidence and you will find me a very approachable person.

Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp. Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby

Contact : Tel 07582 865 265

E: geoffrey@alexanderpractice.co.uk

Web : https://alexanderpractice.co.uk/cognitive-behavioural-therapy/

Help with Anger in Derby

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Help with Anger in Derby

Anger is one of the most destructive emotions – so if you’re looking for help with anger in Derby you’re not alone. Unfortunately clients looking for help with anger in Derby is one of the most common ‘ailments’ I get consulted with.

“Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned” – Buddha

There’s also a saying “you always hurt the one you love”… So from this you can see that not only can it affect other people (often those close to you) – but of course it also affects you.

 

Anger – The causes

The causes of anger are of course many. Sometimes drink can be an influence. You may have heard of the saying “in vino veritas” which literally translated means ” in wine lies the truth”. So when you’ve had a drink it allows the pent up frustrations in your life to come out. So when dealing with a client who has anger issues its always best to look at what’s behind it.

What next ?

Well, each journey of 1000 miles starts with the first step so why not have a look at my main website www.alexanderpractice.co.uk then come and see me for a free consultation….everything as you would expect is in total confidence. Normally anger responds in around 5/6 weekly sessions.

You can contact me via the website www.alexanderpractice.co.uk or Email me direct on geoffrey@alexanderpractice.co.uk or Telephone 07582 865 265

I look forward to hearing from you.

Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp Hypnotherapist in Derby & Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby providing help with anger in Derby

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Stop Smoking Cannabis in Derby

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Stop Smoking Cannabis in Derby

Have you been looking to stop smoking Cannabis in Derby ? Well you may think “Why should I”. Well, I’ll list the reasons further below but for me it distorts your perception of life and acts as a demotivator in your life. If this doesn’t bother you – then fair enough.

By the shear fact that you’re reading this then clearly it’s occurred to you that to stop smoking Cannabis in Derby is something you’ve thought about. OK, so why should you ? Well I’ve mentioned the demotivation aspect of it’s use. It’s also a fact that many companies now carry out drugs and alcohol tests on their employees – and potential employees. The effects of cannabis / marijuana / weed etc stays in your system for weeks – so the chances are that if you’re a user you’ll get found out and either lose your job / get turned down for a job.

Why do employers “screen” against the use of cannabis ?

Well, its not because they’re spoilsports. It’s quite simple – and most importantly : “Employers have a duty to protect the safety of their workplace under the Health and safety at Work Act. That includes ensuring that employees are not working under the influence of drugs. ” Have a look at https://www.tuc.org.uk/resource/drug-testing-workplace

How does cannabis affect me ?

Short-term problems

  • Severe anxiety, therefore a fear that one is being watched or followed (paranoia)
  • Very strange behavior, seeing, hearing or smelling things that aren’t there, not being able to tell imagination from reality (psychosis)
  • Panic
  • Hallucinations
  • Loss of sense of personal identity
  • Lowered reaction time
  • Increased heart rate (risk of heart attack)
  • Increased risk of stroke
  • Problems with coordination (impairing safe driving or playing sports)
  • Sexual problems (for males)
  • Up to seven times more likely to contract sexually transmitted infections
    than non-users (for females)

Longer term effects

  • Decline in IQ (up to 8 points if prolonged use started in adolescent age)
  • Poor school / College / University performance and higher chance of dropping out
  • Impaired thinking and ability to learn and perform complex tasks
  • Lower life satisfaction
  • Addiction (about 9% of adults and 17% of people who started smoking as teens)
  • Potential development of opiate abuse
  • Relationship problems, intimate partner violence
  • Antisocial behavior including stealing money or lying
  • Financial difficulties
  • Increased welfare dependence
  • Greater chances of being unemployed or not getting good jobs

How can you help me ?

Well, it’s quite simple really. Have a look at my web site www.alexanderpractice.co.uk ….. and particularly the page on stopping smoking – https://alexanderpractice.co.uk/stop-smoking   The principles and the cost are totally the same. Clearly you can contact me via the website or directly via email on geoffrey@alexanderpractice.co.uk or Telephone 07582 865 265 . It’s a one off session. All I need you to do is have the expectation that you’re going to stop smoking Cannabis in Derby.

Contact me now

Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp Hypnotherapist in Derby & Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby providing help to stop smoking cannabis in Derby.

Help with Driving Anxiety in Derby

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Help with Driving Anxiety in Derby

You’d be surprised how many people come to me looking for help with driving anxiety in Derby. Driving anxiety can be a general anxiety which also manifests itself as a general feeling of anxiety when driving…. or it can be that generally you’re pretty relaxed – but when you drive it becomes a whole new ball game.

I’d say the split between males and females seeking help with driving anxiety in Derby is roughly 50 / 50. It quite often develops from an “incident” either when you were driving, or you were a passenger…or even someone close to you has an “incident”. The fact is, if you accept that you have a conscious mind & a subconscious mind, then everything that ever happens to you in your life gets stored up there somewhere. Hence the “incident” gets stored up there and gets amplified every time you think about driving where that “incident” took place. So, you start to avoid that “place” and pretty soon you’re avoiding driving around those ‘anxiety provoking’ places….and your life just closes in around you. The fact is, the more you avoid those places, the more you send that message to your subconscious that those places are dangerous – and so the phobia increases.

If you’ve been looking for help with driving anxiety in Derby you may recognise these traits :

  • Driving on Dual Carriageways like the A52, A38, A50 etc
  • Motorways like the M1, M42, M6 etc
  • City centres
  • Country lanes
  • Any place that you’re unfamiliar with

Anxiety – How common ?

Well I’d say probably 80% of the people that come to me have some kind of anxiety….which of course can lead to other problems if left untreated – such as Depression, Phobias or even Eating disorders.

How Can I Help ?

Normally problems such as these – especially those seeking help with driving anxiety in Derby can be resolved in 5 / 6 weekly sessions. Each session lasts around an hour and at a cost of £60.00 per session. The way forward would be to come and see me. I always offer a free consultation which lasts around 45 minutes. This enables me to build up an overall picture of you and discuss the best way forward. It also allows you to meet me, to ask any questions that you may have and to feel comfortable with me and what I have to say.

Recent Testimonial :

“I do feel much better now and less anxious, also happier with myself and my life. It was very pleasant experience that I am glad I had the opportunity to experience it. Thank you for being so professional and caring, and making my journey enjoyable ! ”

What now ?

I look forward to hearing from you.

 

 

 

Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp Hypnotherapist in Derby & Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby providing help with driving anxiety in Derby

Stress related Acne in Derby

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Stress related Acne in Derby

Have you been looking for help with stress related acne in Derby or a similar stress related skin complaint such as psoriasis or eczema in Derby ?

Stress doesn’t actually directly cause acne, but it does act as a trigger for the factors that contribute to acne development (excess oiliness). … Adrenal glands are in charge of regulating stress, and when stressful situations arise, adrenal glands stimulate sebaceous (oil) glands to secrete more sebum (oil).

Some people’s eczema symptoms get worse when they’re feeling “stressed.” Others may become stressed, just knowing they have eczema, and this can make their skin flare up. Similarly Stress and psoriasis seem to go together. Stress can make psoriasis worse, and of course having psoriasis can make you stressed.

You can find plenty of evidence by doing a Google search to see the links between stress and skin complaints. The fact is there is a massive link between the mind and the body and I have lost count of the clients I’ve worked with over the years who have had similar related ailments.

How do I take things further ?

So if you have been looking for help with stress related acne in Derby then have a look at my main website www.alexanderpractice.co.uk there is much information related to what I do. Working on and relieving your stress or anxiety normally takes around 5 / 6 weekly sessions. Each session lasts around and hour and at a cost of £60.00 per session. I always offer a free consultation. This takes around 45 minutes and enables me to build up an overall picture of you and discuss the best way forward. Clearly it allows you to meet me, to ask any questions that you may have and to feel comfortable with me and what I have to say.

You can contact me via the website or Email me directly on geoffrey@alexanderpractice.co.uk or telephone 07582 865 265. As you’d expect everything is in total confidence. I look forward to hearing from you.

Geoffrey Schofield D.CBT D.Hyp Hypnotherapist in Derby & Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in Derby providing help with stress related acne in Derby.

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