Harmony 4 Life

Harmony 4 Life

14 Chessington Avenue, Bristol, Avon, BS14 9NN [ Map ]

Tel: 07813 138 171 or 01275 838 817 | Email: Click here | Web: http://www.harmony4life.co.uk

Harmony4Life uses a powerful combination of hypnotherapy & coaching. Live the life you want, stop smoking, increase confidence, improve relationships, enhance sports performance & much much more. Call or email for a FREE initial consultation.

VISION

To provide tailored life changing solutions for clients to...

Change their life for the better…Stop bad habits…Increase confidence…Achieve goals…Release their potential…Overcome barriers to success and happiness…And much more

Harmony4Life uses a powerful combination of coaching and hypnotherapy techniques to release people’s full potential and help them achieve their goals. These techniques are completely safe and truly effective in improving the quality of people’s personal and professional lives through a journey of self-discovery and empowerment.

Hypnotherapy synchronises the conscious and subconscious mind so they are in line with each other. Coaching takes a holistic view of life and ensures different areas of people’s lives are in line with what they really want and need.

Specialist areas:
Advanced Stopped Smoking programme
Stress management
Increasing confidence & self esteem
Enhancing sports performance
Fears and phobias

BACKGROUND INFORMATION AND CREDENTIALS

Ever since I can remember I have been intrigued by how the human mind works and how we can use its true power to get what we want out of life. This led to my interest in Psychology and helping people get more out of life.

In 1997 I graduated with a BSc (Hons) Psychology. Since then I have completed an MSc in Occupational Psychology, psychometric testing qualifications, a Diploma in Hypnotherapy & Diplomas in Performance/ Life Coaching.

For 5 years I worked in a large corporation recruiting and developing graduates. During this time I discovered how rewarding coaching is, both for myself and from the results people achieve. Through having coaching myself I discovered what would make me truly happy and set out to pursue this.

I had always been interested in Hypnotherapy and always wanted to run my own business and with coaching I made this happen. I now have considerable experience of helping a wide range of clients develop personally & professionally.


MY UNIQUE APPROACH

The hourglass model©
The Harmony 4 Life hourglass model aims to maximise the benefit of coaching combined with hypnotherapy for all clients. The structure of sessions and the number of sessions needed will be tailored to the individual, whilst using the hourglass model where possible to incorporate the following core steps:

The top of the hourglass
At the start of coaching/hypnotherapy I will use open-ended questions and techniques to…
- get an understanding of the client’s issues and how these affect them
- identify personal barriers to success
- build rapport and trust
- understand what the client wants to gain from coaching/hypnotherapy and define therapeutic outcomes and how these fit into the client’s life as a whole
- brainstorm the options available to the client and discuss these
- identify small achievable steps the client can take and the most appropriate form of therapy to support the client in pursuing these and achieving results

Please note:
At the end of the first session I will give the client an indication of the number of sessions that may be required. At the end of each subsequent session we will review where the client is in relation to the client’s goals and amend the therapeutic strategy accordingly. All the time I will endeavour to give a realistic idea of the total number of sessions needed.

The neck of the hourglass model
As issues are identified I will use less open-ended and more specific questions to address or clarify aspects of one or more issues. Also during this stage I use specific techniques to allow the client to move forward and take control of the issues which affect them.

The following are examples of specifics which we may work on:
- Changing behaviours
- Enhancing existing behaviours
- Developing new skills and resources
- Changing the client’s perceptions of events
- Transforming limiting beliefs

I will ask for the client’s feedback and make improvements accordingly.

The bottom of the hourglass model
Once specific issues have been addressed we will take a step back and look at the bigger picture- all areas of the client’s life. We will reflect on how the changes achieved will impact the client’s life both now and in the long-term, what the client can do to maintain these changes and maximise the benefit to all areas of their life. If any outcomes for hypnotherapy/coaching have not been met at the end of the session(s) I will endeavour to find a paper based solution for the client to take away or refer them to another professional as appropriate.


HYPNOTHERAPY MENU - PROBLEMS THAT RESPOND TO HYPNOTHERAPY

Almost anyone with any issue can benefit from hypnotherapy. Whether the client needs a little help to break a habit, or rid themselves of an acute anxiety or emotional problems, hypnosis is a totally natural and perfectly safe method of treatment. Unlike some drugs and tranquillisers, it has no unpleasant side-effects and is therefore able to help with an extremely wide range of conditions, some of which are listed below:-

Adaptability Affluence Alcohol
Anger/temper Asthma Bereavement
Blushing Career planning Concentration
Driving test nerves Drug addiction Energy
Exam nerves Guilt Goal accomplishment
Habit spasms Healing Insomnia
Jealousy Health and fitness Nail biting
Procrastinating Pain & anxiety Personal growth
Influence & persuasion Interpersonal skills Prosperity
Public speaking Memory: recall at will Migraine & headaches
Perfect partnership Reading faster Relationships
Time management Work-life balance Physical environment
Preoperative preparation Stop smoking Eating disorders
Weight management Timidity Self confidence & esteem
Phobias and other neurosis Self-limiting beliefs Negative self talk
Sports performance Problem Solving Creativity
Stress management Relaxation Creating your dreams
Thinking outside of the box Quick decision making
Thinking on your feet Easing someone from your mind
Developing your Inner Advisor
Performance anxiety (stage fright, exam nerves)
Avoid paying too much attention to detail
Being the person I want to be

This is not a complete listing but is meant to give as broad an idea as possible as to the many and varied problems that can be helped by hypnotherapy.





CLIENT TESTIMONIES

Nail biting
I had 2 sessions and up till now I still have not bitten my nails. I found it a very relaxing experience and felt that I was in control at all times. Everything was very well explained without any pressure. Overall very pleased with the result, I have found that I have been sleeping really well; I no longer take any sleeping tablets. That’s a fantastic added bonus from the two sessions I had which were geared towards tackling my nail biting. I thought I would have to address my insomnia through additional sessions but now I don’t have to which is great, especially financially!

Smoking
Following the H4L Stop Smoking Programme I found it surprisingly easy to stop smoking. I didn’t go out on the evening I gave up or the night after but went out the following week. Someone was smoking at my table and I was offered a cigarette. I explained that I quit and they apologised for offering me a cigarette and I told them that they could keep offering me a cigarette and it wouldn’t bother me. I have been out with other people who smoke since the session and didn’t find it as difficult as I thought. I didn’t even think about it, it just doesn’t occur to me to smoke. It proves the hypnotherapy obviously works as I haven’t had any twinges or sense of loss. I have no problems recommending you to anyone who will listen, the programme has been brilliant, really good value and I am extremely impressed.

Goal setting and confidence
The hypnotherapy and NLP session with Claire was very useful. I was very impressed. We started off with an evaluation form which was very thought-provoking and set a good professional scene for the hypnotherapy as well as certain targets to focus on. The hypnotherapy was very relaxing and I was 'conscious' all the time - just in a deeply-relaxed state. Claire used some very powerful images and the NLP techniques were useful to ground them such as holding your thumb and forefinger together to recall feeling more confident - something you could do anywhere if you needed it!

I think these sessions are really empowering - we are unable to achieve so many things simply through blocks in our mind which hypnotherapy and NLP techniques are able to help significantly. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

Bereavement
I have had 16 months of counselling and my G.P recommended I see a hypnotherapist as the counselling wasn’t helping. I had three sessions of hypnotherapy with Claire. Following the sessions definitely felt the guilt and anger had been released. I feel lighter and clearer and really nice after each session. It’s definitely helped. I feel calmer, like I’m rushing around less and am more relaxed. I feel less effected by other people’s negativity so when I was at work yesterday and a customer started going on about something I just responded calmly and stayed in control.

Relationship issues (related to negative thinking patterns)

Case A
I had a wonderful weekend after the first session. I couldn't believe it. I felt more positive than I have in a very long time and I also had a very positive week afterwards. It's been 2 weeks now and I do feel better than I did before the session.

Case B
Long term negative psychological association with in-laws – after this session I was able to spend 3 and half days with my in laws over the Christmas break without becoming affected by any negative comments directed towards me and without becoming involved in making ‘My’ point – I was able to just let things go, and treat them as unimportant! – This session has enabled me to over come a huge personal hurdle & enable my Husband & I to enjoy a relaxing Christmas time at my in laws – something I never though would be possible! The very best Christmas present I could have wished for – Thank you!

Stress

Case A
Stress caused by over work – I felt better after the session more calm and collected – more logical in my approach to work and life so more efficient.

Case B
I had one session on ‘stress management/ability to focus’. This is a summary of the session:
- Excellent exploration of the issue(s) prior to hypnotherapy
- Really good pace and relaxing tone of voice
- Good explanation of process of session and what to expect

It really helped me to know I could remember that sense of deep relaxation, to step back for a few minutes and focus on what is really important and what are just distractions.

I slept really well that night and felt so much calmer the day afterwards. I still feel able to cope with the demands and prioritisation better than the weeks leading up to the session.

Driving test anxiety
I was happy with Claire’s initial consultation, as I felt she asked enough questions to understand the nature of my fear of driving tests. Also, before beginning any hypnosis she explained what would happen and if I was happy to continue. I always felt like Claire listened to my answers or my feedback and thought carefully how to adapt techniques to suit me throughout our sessions. For example, I had a difficulty visualising situations during hypnosis. I was pleased with the approach Claire took to this problem, including using a questionnaire on thinking styles to see whether any of my other senses other than vision could be used during hypnosis.

I had felt incredibly (and incapacitatingly) nervous both during my mock driving test and my penultimate driving lesson. Nerves demonstrated themselves physically, for example, my feet would shake uncontrollably over the controls, and also mentally, as I was unable to assess situations on the road clearly. All this was nerves rather than a problem with driving as my driving had been fine, except in the run up to the test. I had failed my test 5 times over the years.

Both in my final driving lesson and the test itself I felt much calmer and more relaxed than before. In particular, during my driving test, there were only a couple of times where I felt my nerves at all, and even then they felt under control. I did feel the adrenaline which is normal when you’re in a situation where you want to prove yourself, but instead of being incapacitated, I was able to give my best performance. I passed my driving test after only a few sessions with Claire and I do believe that these sessions helped considerably, both in making me calmer and giving me the self-belief I needed to pass.

I was happy with Claire’s initial consultation, as I felt she asked enough questions to understand the nature of my fear of driving tests. Also, before beginning any hypnosis she explained what would happen and if I was happy to continue. I always felt like Claire listened to my answers or my feedback and thought carefully how to adapt techniques to suit me throughout our sessions. For example, I had a difficulty visualising situations during hypnosis. I was pleased with the approach Claire took to this problem, including using a questionnaire on thinking styles to see whether any of my other senses other than vision could be used during hypnosis.

I am very happy to recommend Claire. She was professional, tailored her approach for me and created an environment where I was both comfortable discussing the background to my problem, and where I trusted her fully (which is important when you’re allowing someone to put you in a hypnotised state!).

LOCATION OF SESSIONS

Sessions will take place in a location which is convenient for the client and can be done over the phone where appropriate. This will be discussed and agreed during the initial consultation.

FEES

Coaching: £45-60
Anti-smoking hypnotherapy: £75-90
Other hypnotherapy: £60

I always provide a free initial consultation to discuss client’s needs and gather information. Based on this I tell them the number of sessions they are likely to need and confirm the cost accordingly. Sessions run for 1-2 hours.

I will discuss possible negotiation of fees if clients have financial difficulties. As far as possible, no one will be refused therapy for financial reasons, however proof of low income is required.


TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The date at which the hypnotherapy/coaching contract is signed, is the date from which the client understands and agrees to abide by the terms of business and guidance notes set out below, until the end of the hypnotherapy/coaching programme. If the client has any queries over the terms of this agreement they should contact Harmony4Life in the first instance on 07813 138 171 / 01275 838 817 or e-mail claire.paul@harmony4life.co.uk.

Contracts:
Hypnotherapy/coaching programmes are tailored according to individual needs. Both Harmony4Life and the client are expected to demonstrate a high level of commitment to making the programme a success for the benefit of the client.

Fees:
The initial consultation will be provided free of charge after which the client is under no obligation to continue with hypnotherapy/coaching. If the client chooses to have additional sessions they will be charged for this at an agreed rate/overall fee. Fees are based on an individual assessment, taking into account areas identified for hypnotherapy/coaching and different requirements such as type of coaching (telephone or in person), location of session (to cover room hire, travel expense where appropriate). For more information please call Harmony4Life on 07813 138 171/ 01275 838 817 or e-mail claire.paul@harmony4life.co.uk.

Payment:
Fees must be paid by cash or cheque. Cheques should be made payable to Miss C M Paul.

Extra charges:
Unless agreed otherwise all fees are inclusive of any applicable value added or other tax. There are no extra charges relating to travel expense for the coach in your nearby area. When coaching is delivered by phone, the client will call at a pre-arranged time and incur costs of the call.

Cancellations and changes:
Harmony4Life reserves the right to cancel coaching sessions, e.g. in the case of illness. If Harmony4Life needs to change a scheduled coaching session due to unforeseen circumstances there will be as much notice given as possible (48 hours at a minimum) and the session will be rescheduled as soon as possible.

The hypnotherapy/coaching session will end at the agreed time even if the client is late as session timings are fixed. If the client needs to re-schedule or cancel any appointment it is crucial that they give as much notice as possible (48 hours at a minimum), otherwise they will be charged the full cost of a session and this will not be re-scheduled unless further payment is received.

Refunds:
If the client chooses not to go ahead with hypnotherapy/coaching at an agreed time, Harmony4Life operates a no refund policy, as another client cannot be booked into a cancelled or missed appointment. Harmony4Life reserves the right to cancel a coaching session at any time; in the unlikely event of this happening a full refund will be provided.

Liability:
The client is fully responsible for themselves and their actions within and outside of the hypnotherapy/coaching programme. They are liable for possible damages if incurred. Harmony4Life and its employees and / or associated agents are released from any liability claims.
Confidentiality:
As a founder member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) Special Group in Coaching Psychology and the Clinical and Therapeutic Hypnosis Association (CTHA) Harmony4Life and its employees and / or associated agents adheres to a strict code of conduct and all information is treated in the strictest of confidence, in line with the Data Protection Act 1998.

For more information please visit the following websites or contact Harmony4Life on 07813 138 171/ 01275 838 817 or e-mail claire.paul@harmony4life.co.uk...

BPS Code of Conduct:
http://www.bps.org.uk/the-society/ethics-rules-charter-code-of-conduct/code-of-conduct/a-code-of-conduct-for-psychologists.cfm

CTHA Code of Conduct:
http://www.ctha.co.uk/

The Data Protection Act 1998:
www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts1998/19980029.htm

Harmony4Life will keep all of the content of sessions completely confidential, whether face to face or via telephone, except where this would be illegal. The client’s contact details will not be passed to any third party and future correspondence from Harmony4Life is dependent on the client opting in to the mailing list.

Materials
All materials used or distributed by Harmony4Life, through all medias, i.e. paper, e-mail and CD’s, remain the intellectual property of Harmony4Life at all times unless individually specified in writing for an individual client on an individual basis.

The client agrees not to copy, reproduce, republish, broadcast, transmit in any way shape or form any of the materials owned by Harmony4Life. All materials supplied to the client by Harmony4Life are for their own personal non-commercial use. Any other use requires the written permission of Harmony4Life. The client agrees not to adapt, alter or create any derivative work from any of the materials supplied to them by Harmony4Life.

All recording equipment (audio, visual or indeed both) are prohibited at any session delivered by Harmony4Life, unless written authorisation is given by Harmony4Life.

Indemnity
The client agrees to indemnify Harmony4Life and its employees and / or associated agents against any loss they may incur as a result of attending sessions arranged by Harmony4Life, no matter what the loss may be. Harmony4Life will not be held responsible for any unlawful behaviours, nuisance, loss or injury caused by any member of the public, staff or proprietor in any venue where sessions are held by Harmony4Life.

Other
• Hypnotherapy/coaching does not constitute advice and is not counselling, psychotherapy or any other therapeutic intervention
• The client is responsible for their own well being during and in between sessions and are advised to seek medical advice should they have any concerns.
• The client is responsible for informing Harmony4Life if they experience stress, upsets, anxiety or trauma of any kind, no matter how this was caused or how trivial it may seem whilst undertaking hypnotherapy/coaching, as this may affect the programme outcome.
• The client is responsible for informing Harmony4Life of any stress, upsets, anxiety or traumatic event prior to commencement of seeking hypnotherapy/coaching, no matter how long ago or how recent, details of which can remain confidential except where this is illegal. If the hypnotherapist/coach is aware of such events sessions will be tailored to address the associated stress and or anxieties or where appropriate referrals will be made.
• Harmony4Life will not offer medical, financial or legal advice in any form. The client is responsible for finding an appropriate professional to help them if they require advice.
• Hypnotherapy/coaching would be inappropriate for anyone receiving psychiatric treatment as this may disrupt the treatment.
• As hypnotherapy works with the subconscious mind it is not recommended for people with the following:
- Epilepsy
- Psychosis
- Severe depression (Bipolar, Endogenous or Psychotic Depression)
- Mental sub normalities/deficiencies
- Pathological personalities
- Immature personality disorder
- Alcohol and/or drug psychosis
- Senile/Organic Psychosis
- Schizophrenia
Should the client have a history of any of the above it is their responsibility to disclose this to Harmony4Life in the first instance. The service provided is not a substitute for proper medical advice. If in doubt, it is the client’s responsibility to consult their doctor or licensed medical practitioner.
• If the client is taking psychopharmacological drugs, illegal drugs or receiving psychiatric/psychotherapeutic treatment they must tell Harmony4Life immediately.
• Although the client will be given forms of encouragement during hypnotherapy/coaching this should not be interpreted as a guarantee for success. The responsibility for a successful outcome remains entirely the responsibility of the client.
• Harmony4Life cannot and will not be held liable or responsible for any unsuccessful outcome caused by the client not following instructions, i.e. not practising self-hypnosis regularly, not using tape recordings, etc. This is solely the responsibility of the client.
• It is essential that a bond of trust is maintained between Harmony4Life and the client at all times. Therefore the client is responsible for informing the hypnotherapist/coach of any concerns or feedback which could improve the programme. Harmony4Life is responsible for not abusing trust as outlined in the BPS and CTHA strict code of conduct.

Hours of Business

Monday-Friday 9am-8pm, Saturday, 9am-6pm

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