Welcome to New Grounds Hypnotherapy

This is where breakthroughs begin

We offer online sessions, so we can support you in overcoming any challenges you face from the comfort of home.

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Take a step towards lasting change- book your Initial Consultation.

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Find out how hypnotherapy can help you.

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Listen to our Relaxation Tracks, designed to help you sleep soundly.

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Send us your questions. We’d love to hear from you!

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What would you achieve if you could…

  • Recover from low mood?

  • Find relief from anxiety?

  • Cope better with the symptoms of OCD?

  • Overcome your phobia?

  • Manage your weight?

  • Sleep soundly at night?

  • Reduce the symptoms of IBS?

  • Stop smoking/vaping?

  • Improve your self-confidence?

Let’s find out!

Hello! My name is Toby.

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I am a Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist based in Stoke-on-Trent. I specialise in helping clients to overcome anxiety, let go of persistent phobias, improve their quality of sleep and uplift low mood. 

My approach is holistic and tailored to your unique circumstances. Whether you're dealing with emotional, mental, or physical concerns, we can work towards breakthroughs that feel empowering and sustainable.

I use Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy techniques to address your needs in two ways.

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We will discuss the science behind the way you are thinking and feeling. Everything I share with your will be relevant to your goals, and straightforward. Empowered with this knowledge, you will have the tools you need to succeed.

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You can unwind and enjoy the deep relaxation of hypnosis. This will deliver positive messages to your subconscious, and you won’t even have to lift a finger! Just kick back and enjoy the sensation of letting go.

If you are looking for a fast-acting, powerful, and thoroughly enjoyable therapeutic practice - book now or contact us for more information.

FAQs

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  • A session begins with a type of talking therapy known as Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). The aim of these discussions is to collaborate, to help you work towards finding solutions to the challenges you face, and to support you in building greater resilience to tackle whatever life may throw at you moving forward.

    Then, I will ask you to get into a comfortable position either lying down or sat upright in a chair with good back support. I will play some relaxing music, and you will listen to the sound of my voice as I guide you into a trance.

  • These methods are very effective, and the typical duration is 6-8 sessions. Sessions can be booked in 50 minute timeslots.

    Exceptions to this are for overcoming simple phobias (4 sessions) and stopping smoking/vaping (1 session). The 'stop smoking' session is 2 hours long, and must be booked at least 1 week in advance, to give yourself adequate time to prepare.

    However, these are just guidelines. Everyone has different needs, and everyone heals at their own pace. We can say goodbye when you feel ready.

  • During your sessions, you will experience a wonderful state of relaxation called trance.

    It is a state of calm awareness. You will always know where you are, and be in full control of what you do. As I talk to you, telling you a soothing story, you may feel different sensations in your body. For example, your arms and legs may feel unusually heavy or light, or you may feel tension being released from your muscles.

  • Please ensure your phone is on silent, and that you are able to join the call in a location where you have some privacy. The trance part of the session is best enjoyed through headphones, because the background music includes binaural beats to help calm your mind.

    You may wish to have a soft blanket to hand, and a pillow to rest your head.