Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Hypnotherapy Partner in Kingston Bagpuize
Penny Ling Hypnotherapy has been dedicated to transforming lives through solution-focused hypnotherapy since 2007. Founded on the principles of neuroscience and psychotherapy, our practice addresses a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, including phobias, anxiety, and stress-related disorders. With over 17 years of clinical experience, we combine evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Human Givens, and Nutritional Therapy to deliver personalized treatment plans. Our founder, Penelope Ling, is a Fellow of the Association for Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy and a registered practitioner with the Complementary Natural Healthcare Council, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards.We prioritize client empowerment through education about mind-body connections, offering tools for self-regulation and long-term mental wellness. Our services are available both in-person at our Oxfordshire clinic and online to international clients, reflecting our commitment to accessible, client-centered care.
Services
Phobia Treatment
Anxiety Management
Stress Reduction
Confidence Building
Sleep Improvement
Weight Management
Pain Control
Sports Performance
Smoking Cessation
IBS Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of specialist hypnotherapy experience
- Our treatments combine neuroscience with evidence-based psychotherapy techniques
- We provide measurable outcomes through weekly progress monitoring
- Our founder is CNHC-registered and AfSFH-accredited
- We deliver both in-clinic and secure online therapy sessions
Associations and certifications
- Complementary Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)
- Association for Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH)
- Royal Society of Medicine
What people say
Life-changing transformation
Effective phobia treatment
Significant anxiety reduction
Improved sleep quality
Regained driving confidence
Services
Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy
Combines neuroscience with therapeutic hypnosis to address anxiety, phobias and stress-related conditions. This evidence-based approach focuses on creating positive change by rewiring subconscious patterns. Clients learn practical tools for emotional regulation while receiving expert guidance to overcome limiting beliefs and achieve measurable outcomes through structured treatment programs.
Phobia Treatment
Specialised program for overcoming specific phobias using desensitisation techniques and cognitive restructuring. Targets evolutionary-based fears and trauma-induced phobias through gradual exposure in safe therapeutic environments. Incorporates neuroplasticity principles to reprogram automatic fear responses while maintaining client comfort throughout the transformation process.
Stress Management
Holistic approach combining mindfulness techniques with physiological regulation strategies. Addresses chronic stress manifestations including hypertension and digestive issues through mind-body integration. Teaches clients to recognise stress triggers and implement effective coping mechanisms while promoting long-term nervous system balance and emotional resilience.
Confidence Building
Targeted intervention for overcoming self-doubt and social anxiety. Utilises visualisation techniques to reframe negative self-perceptions while developing assertiveness skills. Addresses root causes of confidence issues through solution-focused dialogue, helping clients cultivate authentic self-worth and achieve personal growth objectives in both professional and social contexts.
Sleep Improvement
Comprehensive program addressing sleep disturbances through cognitive restructuring and relaxation training. Combines sleep hygiene education with hypnotic induction to establish healthy sleep patterns. Targets anxiety-related insomnia by reducing mental hyperarousal while promoting physical relaxation, resulting in improved sleep quality and daytime functioning.
People
Penelope Ling
Hypnotherapist & Founder
BA Hons, HPD; SFBT(Hyp), CBT(Hyp), SFBTSUP, Reg CNHC, Fellow of the AfSFH. Specialises in solution-focused hypnotherapy with 17+ years clinical experience. Developed evidence-based protocols for phobia treatment and stress management. Regular media contributor and award-winning practitioner.
Questions
What conditions do you treat with hypnotherapy?
We specialise in anxiety disorders, phobias, stress management, confidence issues, sleep problems, and stress-related physical conditions like IBS. Our evidence-based approach also supports weight management, smoking cessation, and performance enhancement.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients require 6-12 sessions depending on complexity. Initial weekly sessions establish momentum, with intervals increasing as progress solidifies. Specific issues like smoking cessation may resolve in 2 sessions while deeper patterns require more comprehensive treatment.
Are online sessions effective?
Yes, our secure GDPR-compliant platform delivers equivalent results to in-person therapy. Online sessions maintain full interaction and therapeutic engagement while offering greater accessibility for international clients and those with mobility constraints.
What accreditations do you hold?
I'm a Fellow of the Association for Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy, registered with the Complementary Natural Healthcare Council, and Senior Associate of the Royal Society of Medicine. These credentials ensure adherence to strict professional standards.
How does hypnotherapy work?
Therapy combines neuroscience with hypnotic techniques to access subconscious patterns. We use guided visualisation and cognitive restructuring to create new neural pathways, replacing unhelpful behaviours with positive alternatives while maintaining client control throughout the process.
Can hypnotherapy help with physical health issues?
Yes, we address stress-related physical conditions like IBS, eczema, and hypertension by targeting the mind-body connection. While not a substitute for medical treatment, our approach effectively reduces stress-induced symptoms and improves overall wellbeing.
