Hypnotherapy - the power of mind over body

How much does it cost?
Treatment usually consists of hourly or half hourly weekly sessions, the number of which depends on the problem being addressed. Fees vary widely according to location and the qualifications of the therapist.

How can I find it?
It is important that you choose a trustworthy qualified practitioner. Your GP may be able to refer you to an NHS psychologist practising hypnosis.

The following organisations can refer you to members of professional bodies whose training meets certain standards.

British Society of Medical and Dental Hypnosis
Doctors and dentists practising hypnosis
4 Kirkwood Avenue, Cookridge, Leeds LS16 7JU
Tel 07000 560 309
www.bsmdh.org

National Council for Hypnotherapy
Umbrella organisation for non-medical hypnotherapists
PO Box 5779, Burton on the Wolds, Loughborough LE12 5ZF
Freephone 0800 952 0545
www.hypnotherapists.org.uk

Psychotherapeutic or psychoanalytic hypnotherapists should be members of the following professional bodies:
British Psychological Society
St Andrews House, 48 Princess Road East, Leicester LE1 7DR
Tel 0116 254 9568
www.bps.org.uk

British Association of Counselling
1 Regent Place, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 2PJ
Tel 01788 550899
www.counselling.co.uk

United Kingdom Council of Psychotherapy (UKCP)
167-9 Great Portland Street, London W1N 5FB
Tel 020 7436 3002
www.psychotherapy.org.uk