About Your Therapist
Suffolk therapist Jackie Hill
I’m Jackie – a fully qualified psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, counsellor and NLP Practioner. (Neuro-Linquistist Programming). Based in Stowmarket area as a local therapist, I also cover Suffolk and north Essex working on-line. I am also an author having written several self-help books. I have 20+ years experience of working with individuals, couples, groups, families and children. Consequently you can be confident that you will be working with a highly experienced professional therapist.
Throughout my life I have experienced many challenges, both personal and professional. So I can empathise and understand where you are at, and I promise you – things can get better!
Bsc(Hons)
adv. Dip. SACH.Hup,
MBHA,GQHP,Dip SW,PQSW
Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and NLP Practioner
Suffolk Counselling Psychotherapy Hypnotherapy Service
How Can I Help You
How Can I Help You
The list is endless..
Sometimes life is tough and there are occasions when we all need a helping hand. Whether it is something in your past that holds you back, or maybe it’s something in the future you are striving for. I can help you. I work with people on a range of issues so it is highly likely that I will be able to work with you too. My aim is to get you the results you want and deserve. My intention is to help you develop new skills and patterns of thinking. So you can feel confident and capable in dealing with difficult situations.
Negative emotions can also stop you moving forward and enjoying life. I will help you overcome and conquer feelings that drag you down. You will learn how you can feel released from these and deal with situations that are currently difficult for you.
My approach to therapy blends a wide range of psychotherapy techniques with NLP and clinical hypnotherapy. You will be able to explore anything that you need to discuss within a confidential environment. Furthermore, I won’t make judgements about you or your situation. I will work with you to help you make your life better.
I Provide The Following Services
Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy for individuals.
Relationship Counselling and Couples Counselling.
Life-coaching.
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FAQ'S
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is a term used to describe a range of talking therapies, including counselling. Both provide a service for those looking for support and treatment for a wide range of mental health and emotional issues.
A Pyschotherapist is a professional who helps clients overcome a range of emotional, social and mental health issues. The focus is usually on longer-term psychological problems.
Counselling
A counsellor may also use psychotherapy to help clients develop understanding and insight into their behaviours and feelings. The aim is to help clients overcome difficulties. Often counselling is used to tackle problems at the time of a crisis therefore counselling is usually short-term.
Exact figures are uncertain. However, research shows the number of qualified counsellors and psychotherapists has tripled in the last 10 years. Presumably, this is to keep up with demand. Millions of people all over the world are affected by mental health problems. Those who do not experience some form of mental distress at some time during their lives are probably fairly unusual and extremely lucky.
The list is endless.
Psychotherapy can help with so many different things. To see a wide range please click here.
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The choice is yours. Only you can decide whether you wish to try counselling or psychotherapy. Often, just talking to someone confidentially who is not a friend or family member can make all the difference.
Counselling or psychotherapy provides a regular time for those in distress to explore their feelings and talk about their problems. During our sessions together, I will help you develop better ways of coping and help you come to terms with things.
Counsellors and psychotherapists are not currently regulated in the UK.
Hypnotherapy is a form of complementary therapy. It uses the power of positive suggestion to bring about change to our thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
Hypnotherapy is widely endorsed as a treatment for habit breaking, stress related issues and for a range of long-term conditions. In recent years hypnotherapy has gained credibility in the medical world. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recognises hypnotherapy as a treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
Many people have found hypnotherapy as incredibly effective whether used alongside traditional treatment or used independently.
Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) is often used for personal development and business success. It’s focus is understanding how people organise their thoughts, feelings, language and behaviour.
As an NLP practitioner, I will look at how you filter and perceive information to form your own map of the world. You will learn new strategies using your five physical senses for understanding, motivation, learning and remembering.
Furthermore, NLP is particularly effective when combined with hypnotherapy.
Hypnotherapists are not currently regulated in the UK. There are no laws which outline the level of training and experience required in order to practice. However, there are professional bodies where membership verifies proof of relevant qualifications and insurance cover.
As such I am a member of the The Hypnotherapy Association and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council. I am also a registered pratitioner on the General Hypnotherapy Register and an accredited pratitioner of the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council.
Life-coaching focuses you on exactly what you want to achieve and gets you there faster. Almost all of us lead busy lives. Rarely do we stop and think about where we want to be in our future.
Life coaching with me will help you to do just that. I will be dedicated to you and your future. In addition I will listen, encourage, support and motivate you and help to keep you focussed. Furthermore I will help you identify options available to you that you may not have ever considered.
Life-coaching focuses you on exactly what you want to achieve and gets you there faster. Almost all of us lead busy lives. Rarely do we stop and think about where we want to be in our future.
Life coaching with me will help you to do just that. I will be dedicated to you and your future. In addition I will listen, encourage, support and motivate you and help to keep you focussed. Furthermore I will help you identify options available to you that you may not have ever considered.
Relationship Counselling can be very effective in dealing with separation or divorce. It can help you to process any emotions that you might be struggling to deal with. Also it can help bring the relationship to a conclusion with as little pain or misunderstanding as possible.
Relationships can be strained at particular times of our lives. Such as when a new baby is born, when finances are tight, or when facing redundancy. Relationships can also suffer while coping with bereavement of a family member, or in the event of an affair.
I will support and listen to you and help you explore the difficult emotions you are now experiencing.
Counselling and therapy sessions usually last 50 minutes. However this is flexible and can be discussed with me before attending your first session.
First of all, I offer an emotionally warm, safe and confidential environment for you to discuss your issues or difficulties. My aim then is to help you resolve or come to terms with them. This is sometimes known as a therapeutic relationship. The bottom line is that it is about you and your needs.
I usually offer weekly sessions to start with. However this can vary depending on the type of therapy and your personal requirements.
Because everyone is different, this is only something you will know. Some clients feel relief, and others nervousness. This all goes to prove there is no ‘right way to feel’ in your first (or any other counselling session).
Many people feel scared when seeking help for difficult emotions or feelings. Let’s face it, no one likes to talk about things that are difficult. During therapy it may sometimes feel hard for a while before it gets to feel easier. If things get too tough for you, try to talk this through with me. Consider what you don’t like and how it feels, and together we will try to find a solution.
Like all human relationships, some work and some don’t. If you feel that you are not connecting with me that’s okay. After talking it through it may be that changing to another counsellor maybe more helpful to you.
During your first session we will discuss what you want to gain from counselling or therapy. We will then set some goals. I will also gather some personal information such as lifestyle and sleep patterns. I’ll also ask you about any medical symptoms and history. In addition I will explain how the treatment will work and practical details such as how many sessions may be needed.
The duration of therapy will be dependant on your circumstances and the reason for which you are seeking treatment. I will tell you how many sessions I feel you might need when you first start therapy. I will also be flexible when it comes to decreasing or extending the number of sessions to correlate with your progress.
How regularly you see me will be something we will decide on together. Initially, you may decide you wish to meet on a weekly basis. Depending on improvements and how you feel, you may choose to see me more or less frequently.
Again this is really dependant on your circumstances. Generally speaking, a hypnotherapy session will usually take 50 – 60 minutes. Sometimes it may be necessary to book a longer session because the treatment may need the extra time. I will of course, discuss this with you as and when necessary.
Most people have little if any difficulty. The few exceptions are usually those who see it as a ‘battle of wills’ between themselves and the therapist. However it maybe difficult or even impossible for those who have significant learning difficulties or who suffer dementia. This is because they may be unable to concentrate and focus their thoughts. There are also some conditions where hypnotherapy is usually regarded as inappropriate.
Absolutely not. In fact the opposite is true! Clients usually have more awareness of their ability to control their own life.
All hypnosis is self-hypnosis. You can come out of it anytime you like. In most cases people undergoing hypnotherapy are aware of their surroundings. Almost all hear sounds around them, including the hypnotherapist’s voice.
You will need to have a positive attitude towards the achievement of your goal. Furthermore, you will need to be totally open, trusting and honest within the coaching relationship. In addition you’ll also need to have the time and commitment to complete all the actions that you set yourself. These actions are what will move you closer to your overall goal. Finally your level of commitment will determine the speed and extent to which your goals will be realised.
To help you with all of this, I will provide boundless motivation, support and encouragement. All within a confidential and non-judgemental environment.
Relationships can be strained at particular times of our lives. Such as when a new baby is born, when finances are tight, or when facing redundancy. Relationships can also suffer while coping with bereavement of a family member, or in the event of an affair.
I will support and listen to you and help you explore the difficult emotions you are now experiencing.