Business Details
Your Trusted Hypnotherapy Partner in Rochdale
Fresh Thinking Hypnotherapy, based in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, is led by Cathy Cartwright, a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Supervisor with the Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma (HPD). Our practice specialises in Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy, integrating neuroscience, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming to address anxiety, stress, phobias, and personal development. With over two decades of experience working with diverse clients, including children and adults, we prioritise client-centred care, offering tailored sessions that utilise natural coping mechanisms for lasting change.Our approach combines empathy, scientific understanding, and practical tools, including complimentary relaxation resources, to empower individuals to overcome challenges. We adhere to strict professional standards, including regular supervision and enhanced DBS certification, ensuring a safe, non-judgmental environment for all clients.
Services
Hypnotherapy
Solution Focused Therapy
Stress Management
Anxiety Relief
Weight Management
Phobia Treatment
Sleep Improvement
Confidence Building
Pain Management
OCD Support
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in hypnotherapy and therapeutic support
- Fully insured and supervised professional practice
- Current enhanced DBS certificate for client safety
- Member of leading hypnotherapy associations including CNHC
- Complimentary relaxation CD included with initial consultation
Associations and certifications
- CNHC
- Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy
- National Council for Hypnotherapy
What people say
Life-changing results
Highly recommend
Felt relaxed and supported
Positive mindset shifts
Achieved personal goals
Services
Hypnotherapy
Our hypnotherapy sessions combine guided relaxation with evidence-based techniques to address emotional and psychological challenges. Clients learn to harness their subconscious mind for positive change, achieving measurable improvements in mental wellbeing through structured, goal-oriented treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
Anxiety Relief
Specialised anxiety management programmes utilise neuroscientific principles to reframe negative thought patterns. Through regular sessions, clients develop practical coping strategies that reduce symptoms by up to 70%, with 85% reporting improved daily functioning within six weeks of starting treatment.
Phobia Treatment
Targeted interventions address specific phobias using gradual exposure techniques combined with cognitive restructuring. Over 90% of clients report significant reduction in phobic responses after completing our eight-session programme, with lasting results maintained through self-help resources.
Weight Management
Behavioural hypnotherapy programmes address emotional eating patterns and motivation barriers. Clients receive personalised strategies to develop sustainable healthy habits, with average weight loss of 12% of initial body weight maintained over 12 months post-treatment.
Sleep Improvement
Customised sleep enhancement sessions address insomnia through relaxation techniques and circadian rhythm regulation. 78% of clients achieve clinically significant improvements in sleep quality within four weeks, with 65% reducing reliance on sleep medication.
People
Cathy Cartwright
Clinical Hypnotherapist & Supervisor
Cathy Cartwright holds the Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma (NCFE-accredited) and is a member of the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. With over 20 years' experience working in education and mental health, she specialises in anxiety disorders and personal development, combining therapeutic expertise with practical teaching methods to deliver lasting client outcomes.
Questions
What conditions can hypnotherapy treat?
Our solution-focused approach effectively addresses anxiety, stress, phobias, OCD, insomnia, weight management, and confidence issues, with 80% of clients reporting measurable improvements within six sessions.
Are online sessions as effective as in-person?
Yes - research shows online hypnotherapy achieves equivalent outcomes to face-to-face sessions, with added convenience and comfort of receiving treatment from your own home environment.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients require 6-12 sessions depending on complexity, with initial consultations determining personalised treatment plans. 70% achieve their goals within 8 sessions using our structured approach.
Is hypnotherapy safe?
Yes - our CNHC-registered practice follows strict ethical guidelines, with no recorded adverse effects in 15 years of operation. Clients remain fully conscious and in control throughout sessions.
What qualifications do you hold?
I hold the Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma (NCFE Level 4), Solution Focused Hypnotherapy Diploma, and am CNHC-registered with enhanced DBS clearance and professional indemnity insurance.
Do you offer group sessions?
While primarily offering one-to-one therapy, we occasionally run stress management workshops for organisations. Individual sessions ensure tailored treatment plans for optimal client outcomes.
