What is Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy (CBH)?

The answer is Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy (CBH)—a modern, evidence-based approach that integrates the practical techniques of CBT with the focused attention of clinical hypnosis.

Rather than treating these as separate therapies, CBH combines them into one powerful therapeutic process.

Why Combine CBT and Hypnosis?

CBT helps us identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

Hypnosis creates a calm, focused state where the brain is often more receptive to learning and practising these new patterns.

Together they work remarkably well.

Think of it like this:

CBT teaches the brain what to change.

Hypnosis helps the brain practise those changes more effectively.

How Does Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy Work?

During sessions we may work on:

* identifying unhelpful beliefs

* reducing anxiety

* changing behavioural habits

* improving emotional resilience

* strengthening confidence

* practising healthier responses through guided hypnosis

* developing self-hypnosis skills

* mindfulness and relaxation techniques

Every session is personalised around your goals.

What Conditions Can CBH Help With?

Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy is commonly used for:

* Anxiety

* Stress

* Panic attacks

* Phobias

* Smoking cessation

* Weight management

* Insomnia

* IBS

* Sports performance

* Confidence

* Public speaking

* Exam anxiety

* Health anxiety

* OCD

* Burnout

* Chronic stress

* Habit change

* Performance anxiety

The Science Behind CBH

CBH draws upon research from cognitive psychology, behavioural science and modern clinical hypnosis.

The aim is to interrupt automatic negative thinking, reduce avoidance behaviours and create healthier emotional responses.

Clients learn practical psychological skills while also experiencing guided hypnosis that reinforces these new ways of thinking.

Over time, repeated practice helps strengthen new neural pathways, making healthier responses feel increasingly natural.

You’re Always in Control

A common concern is whether hypnosis means giving up control.

The answer is no.

You remain aware throughout the session and actively participate in the therapeutic process.

CBH is a collaborative approach, with therapist and client working together to achieve meaningful, lasting change.

Why I Use Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy

At Calm Mind Therapy & Coaching, I chose to train in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy because it combines the best of modern psychology with the focused benefits of clinical hypnosis.

Every client is different.

Some benefit most from practical CBT techniques.

Others respond particularly well to hypnosis.

By integrating both approaches, therapy can be tailored to your individual needs.

The aim isn’t simply to reduce symptoms.

It’s to help you understand how your mind works, develop lifelong coping skills and build lasting confidence so you can move forward with greater calm, resilience and emotional wellbeing.