Phiona, based in Havant, Hampshire, runs a private practice designed to provide a serene environment conducive to relaxation and healing. Her therapy room, situated within a tranquil garden space, allows for a customised therapeutic experience tailored specifically to the unique needs and challenges of each client. With expertise in chronic illness, hidden disabilities, neurodiversity, bereavement, menopause, trauma, anxiety, PTSD, and depression, Phiona offers bespoke sessions for children, adolescents, and adults.

Her soothing presence creates a safe and tranquil environment where clients can feel comfortable releasing blocks and limiting beliefs and finally letting go, allowing deep relaxation and healing. Her commitment to her client's well-being sets Phiona apart from other therapists. She genuinely cares about every person who walks through her door and works diligently to understand their unique needs. Her ability to connect with clients personally and her deep knowledge of hypnotherapy ensure that each session is tailored to provide the most effective and personalised support. 

Phiona’s beautiful, private garden room offers a serene space for healing. Surrounded by nature, the peaceful environment fosters relaxation and creates the perfect atmosphere for personal growth. Whether you're looking to alleviate anxiety, manage stress, break free from old habits, or address deeper emotional issues, Phiona’s practice offers a supportive space for you to explore and heal. With Phiona, you’re not just another client—you're an individual with unique needs and goals. 

Easily accessible from West Sussex and Surrey, Phiona also provides online therapy sessions for individuals who are further afield or unable to travel. Your path to a fulfilled and empowered life is within reach, and professional support is available to guide you through this transformative process. Phiona possesses extensive experience in the areas of bereavement, neurodiversity, children and young people, trauma, chronic illness, and menopause. She has refined her practice to specialise in these critical areas, enabling her to offer her clients profound understanding and tailored support in these sensitive topics. 

In addition to her specialisations, Phiona addresses broader issues such as anxiety, stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which frequently intersect with her primary fields of expertise, thus facilitating comprehensive assistance to clients during sessions. She is committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment, allowing clients to engage in their therapeutic journey at a pace that suits them.

Furthermore, Phiona is a professional member of Creative Counsellors, which enables her to incorporate creative methodologies into her practice. This approach is particularly beneficial for clients who may find conventional therapeutic settings challenging, offering additional support for young individuals and those with neurodiverse needs.

Approaches such as hypnotherapy, supplemented by Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), breathwork, and other therapeutic modalities, can facilitate this journey of self-discovery and achievement of personal goals. These interventions are effective for both adults and children struggling with anxiety, stress, and depression. Which when left unsupported can lead to a persistent cycle of PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, extreme mood swings, and an overall difficulty in managing one's life. As the mind becomes preoccupied with the burden of these memories, it may become disconnected from the present, instead dwelling upon past regrets and future uncertainties. This mental state frequently breeds questions such as "Why me?" and "What if?" which can confine individuals to isolation, paralysis, or a perpetual state of fight or flight, thereby limiting engagement with the surrounding world.

As A Psychotherapeutic counsellor, integrating hypnotherapy, Breathwork, Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping) and Integral Eye Movement Technique. Phiona is able to help support a wide range of mental wellbeing and understanding to the unique experiences of each client. This enables Phiona to support wide ranging issues including: Stress / Anxiety / Depression / Self Esteem  Confidence / Sleep / Trauma / Weight Management / Phobias / Limiting Beliefs / Pain Management / IBS / Careers / Fears / OCD / Quitting Smoking / Performance / Self Esteem and many other issues.

Professional Experience and Qualifications:

With a comprehensive background in supporting children and young people, Phiona has gained significant experience in working within diverse settings, including those focused on neurodiversity and bereavement support. Her work is underpinned by a strong understanding of the unique needs of individuals, particularly those within vulnerable groups. Phiona is fully committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all young people.

Additionally, Phiona holds an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, ensuring her suitability to work with children and young people. This reflects her dedication to safeguarding and maintaining the highest professional standards in all her practice areas.

As a holistic therapist with over 20 years of experience, Phiona has worked alongside the police and local hospitals, providing stress relief and support for staff members. Over the years, she has developed a rich and diverse skill set, enabling her to offer tailored support and practical solutions to a wide range of clients.

Phiona specialises in supporting individuals, particularly children and women, dealing with anxiety and trauma. However, her practice extends to a variety of mental health and well-being concerns for both men and women. Phiona offers one-on-one sessions and group work, providing a supportive environment fostering healing and personal growth. Phiona’s goal is to offer the guidance and assistance needed to help clients navigate their challenges and work toward a healthier, balanced life.

Services:

As a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Phiona offers a compassionate and practical healing approach, focusing on the conscious and subconscious mind to bring about meaningful, lasting change. Hypnotherapy can be invaluable for addressing a wide range of physical, emotional, and psychological concerns. Phiona specialises in, but not limited to, the following areas:

Menopause Support: Hypnotherapy can be a transformative tool for managing the physical and emotional challenges of menopause. By addressing symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and anxiety, Phiona helps clients achieve balance and a sense of well-being during this significant life transition.

Hypnobirthing and Pregnancy: Phiona offers specialised support for expectant mothers, helping them to feel calm, confident, and empowered throughout their pregnancy and childbirth. Through relaxation techniques and guided visualisations, hypnobirthing can ease pain, reduce stress, and enhance the birth experience.

Bereavement: Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and often overwhelming experience. Phiona provides gentle support to help clients process their grief, find emotional healing, and rediscover hope and peace during mourning.

Children and Young People (CYP): Phiona works with children and young people to address a variety of issues, including anxiety, stress, self-esteem, and trauma. Hypnotherapy can help them build resilience, cope with life’s challenges, and improve their emotional well-being.

Trauma: Whether stemming from past experiences or current struggles, trauma can profoundly impact a person's life. Using trauma-informed hypnotherapy techniques, Phiona can help clients safely process and heal from traumatic events, restoring emotional balance and self-empowerment.

Parts Therapy: This technique identifies and integrates conflicting parts of the subconscious mind, allowing for healing and resolution. It can effectively address inner conflict, self-sabotage, and deeply ingrained patterns.

Past Life Regression: For those interested in exploring past life experiences, Phiona provides safe and insightful past life regression sessions that may uncover deep-seated emotional patterns and offer a fresh perspective on current life challenges.

Neurodiversity & Hidden Illness: Phiona offers tailored support for individuals with neurodiverse conditions, including autism, ADHD, and other cognitive differences. Additionally, Phiona provides therapeutic support for those with hidden illnesses, focusing on understanding the mind-body connection and addressing the emotional and psychological aspects of chronic conditions.
Somatic Understanding: Hypnotherapy is an effective way to connect with the body’s wisdom and healing potential. Phiona works with clients to explore and resolve somatic experiences—physical sensations that are often linked to emotional distress or unprocessed trauma.

Each of these specialisms is approached with care, respect, and a deep understanding of the complexities of the human mind and body. Through powerful relaxation techniques, guided imagery, and suggestions, Phiona works to help clients achieve clarity, healing, and personal transformation. Her ultimate goal is to support you in overcoming your challenges and unlocking your full potential.

Qualifications:

Clinical Hypnotherapy 

Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma -  NCFE

Diploma in Clinical and Advanced Hypnosis - UK Academy of Theraputic Arts and Sciences.

Certified Practitioner of Neuro Lingistic Programming - UK Academy of Theraputic Arts and Sciences.

Hypnotherapy for Anxiety and Panic - The Hynotherapy Academy

Hypnotherapy for Weight Management - The Hypnotherapy Academy

Hypno Gastric Band - The Hypnotherapy Academy

Hypnotherapy for eating disorders - The Hypnotherapy Academy

Hypnotherapy for smoking cessation - The Hypnotherapy Academy

Parts Therapy (Roy Hunter ) - Life Clinic Training

Hypno4Children (accredited) - Hypno4children

Mindful Menopause - Sophie Fletcher

Mindful Mama Practitioner - Sophie Fletcher

Understanding Autism - Yorkshire Hypnotherapy training

Working with Insomnia - Yorkshire Hypnotherapy training

Past Life Regression - The Hypnotherapy Academy

Registered member with the National Council for Hypnotherapy and the National Hypnotherapy Society, and Hynotherapy Directory and is listed upon their practitioner pages. 

Emotional Freedom Technique

EFT foundation course - EFT and Mindfulness centre

EFT Level 2 - EFT and Mindfulness centre

EFT Intermediate Practitioner - EFT and Mindfulness Centre

 Advanced EFT Practitioner (Accredited) - EFT and Mindfulness Centre

EFT with Children - Mary - Jane Sharratt

EFT with groups - Mary -Jane Sharratt

EFT with Menopause - Mary - Jane Sharratt

EFT Money and mindset - Jo Cantle

 Registered Member on the EFT and Mindfulness register. 

Breathwork Coach

Breathwork Coach - CPCAB L2 

CPCAP Breathwork tutor.

Integral Eye Movement Therapy

IEMT - The Hypnotherapy Academy

Accredited Practitioner, registered with the IEMT Association.

Ecotherapy

Walk and Talk Therapist - Creative Counsellors

Bach Flower Remedies

Level one - Bach Centre

Level Two - Bach Centre

Counselling

Level Two certificate in couselling skills - CPCAB

Level Three certificate in Couselling studies - CPCAB

Certificate in Couselling Children and Young People - The Link Centre

Working with ADHD - Magpie Couselling and Training

TA 101

Blob Introductory training - Ian Long

Blob Angrr training - Ian Long