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In 2006 I was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer aged 34, and have now made a full recovery following treatment and surgery. My mum was also diagnosed with breast cancer which meant I relived the whole experience.

Despite overcoming the physical challenges, I still struggle with the mental issues as a result of the trauma and grief. I was unsure that Carol would be able to help however she soon put me at ease. She explored some of ‘my issues’ in a structured way, making notes about the personal ‘triggers’ and their impact on my anxiety levels; I knew she understood me and my circumstances well when I noticed she had written down words that described my situation before I had a chance to verbalise them!

After the session I felt completely calm and excited at the thought that some of my ‘demons’ had been put to bed! I suffered from anxiety when I had a hospital visit where I was treated feeling a sense of dread when I returned for a check-up or mammogram. Carol worked on this issue during the hypnosis and that night I was able to put it to the test!

Normally, I dreaded the drive to the hospital and would wait nervously. This time, I arrived without any anxiety or fear. I felt confident and positive and my surgeon commented on the difference! I practically skipped out of the hospital feeling much lighter than normal. The whole exercise had been a success as I felt none of the usual dread!

Time will tell if the other parts of the hypnosis have worked but after this experience I am confident that they will have some impact. I recognise that I had a multitude of issues for Carol to tackle which she did brilliantly. With this success I look forward to feeling better each day. Thank you Carol for helping to put the sparkle back in my life!

I whole-heartedly recommend anyone to experience hypnosis with Carol. She is a true professional and combines her approach with sensitivity and warmth that made my first-time experience extremely positive and productive.

Thanks again Carol.
With love S x

I first saw Carol because I had been a “secret” smoker for many years and was desperate to beat the habit. I have to admit I was terrified as I did not know what to expect. However, my fears soon disappeared when I met her as she is warm friendly and very engaging. The session was very cathartic and I felt really calm when I left. I never touched another cigarette.

I was so impressed three weeks later I visited Carol again this time for a long standing eating disorder. In remission from a twenty something history of anorexia, I was still plagued by feelings of fatness and disordered eating. I was very doubtful Carol could help me with this one, however I was pleasantly surprised once again.

I left the session feeling stronger and much more positive about myself. Two weeks on my diet has improved considerably, I am eating when hungry and my night time binges have gone. My weight has remained stable and I’m even wearing skirts and dresses. The thoughts still enter my head, but they hold no punch anymore and are easily dismissed.

I would not hesitate in recommending Carol to anyone in need, she is an absolute star!

Claire, Newcastle, June 2012

I had been suffering with serious digestive problems and IBS for a year after coming off a long term antacid drug. My whole life was affected by my inability to even socialise on occasions. When Carol offered to help, I was not very confident it would work because I had intensively researched information and applied every aspect to my problems without success.

After one session and within two days I was much better, and within a week I was in a whole different place. I am now 1 month on and I can honestly say I am almost normal. I am certainly very comfortable now and all of the misery, that only those who suffer with this problem can understand, seems to be behind me. I have a whole new lease for a life that has always carried a lot of stress, but I am absolutely fine and back to my old self which is very exciting.

Carol approaches everything in life with 100% enthusiasm and professionalism. She has the ability to focus and identify key factors in given situations, when we ourselves can’t see clearly due to whatever discomfort we have, be it emotional or medical. Although thorough with any challenge she sets herself, I think she has found her true talent with this line of work. Don’t sit out there with a problem regardless of how difficult it is to face. Go and see Carol. I would be very surprised if she didn’t make it better.

JL Newcastle. March 2012.