Business Details
23 Years
experience
Expert Therapy for Lasting Mental Wellbeing
Head First Talking Therapy has provided expert, tailored therapeutic solutions since 2003, helping thousands overcome anxiety, phobias, confidence issues, and life challenges. Led by Alice Pinion, a multi-qualified therapist with over 20 years of experience, we combine cognitive behavioural therapy, hypnotherapy, and mind coaching to deliver transformative results. Our services cater to individuals seeking personal growth, habit change, and stress management through evidence-based methodologies. With both face-to-face sessions in Colchester, Essex, and worldwide online availability, we prioritise accessibility and flexibility. The practice emphasizes integrity, confidentiality, and client-centric care, offering a free initial consultation to ensure the right therapeutic fit.Recognized in national publications and awarded by The Huffington Post as a top UK therapist, our approach empowers clients to achieve lasting positive change. Backed by thousands of testimonials, we specialize in addressing OCD, insomnia, weight management, and performance anxiety. Our personalized sessions, supported by bespoke audio resources, aim to build resilience and enhance quality of life. We maintain professional affiliations with leading therapy institutions and continuously develop expertise in cutting-edge techniques. Whether tackling long-term mental health struggles or seeking self-improvement, clients benefit from our compassionate, results-driven methodology.
Services
CBT Therapy
Hypnotherapy
Mind Coaching
Sports Psychology
Menopause Support
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We provide therapy tailored to your specific needs with 20+ years of expertise
- Our personalized approach combines multiple therapeutic disciplines for maximum effectiveness
- We offer both face-to-face sessions in Colchester and worldwide online therapy
- Our free initial consultation ensures the right therapeutic fit with no obligation
- We deliver proven results backed by thousands of client testimonials
Associations and certifications
- University of the West of Scotland
- IAPH
- Warwickshire School of Hypnotherapy
What people say
Completely changed my life
Increased confidence dramatically
Effective for anxiety management
Achieved lasting habit change
Transformative personal growth
Services
CBT Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy addresses anxiety, depression, and negative thought patterns through evidence-based techniques. Our approach identifies unhelpful thinking styles and develops practical coping strategies. Sessions focus on creating lasting behavioural change while addressing underlying cognitive patterns.
Hypnotherapy
Solution-focused hypnotherapy facilitates habit change, stress reduction, and improved mental wellbeing. Using therapeutic suggestion, we address issues like smoking cessation, weight management, and phobia resolution. The process accesses subconscious resources to create positive, lasting change through relaxation and focused attention.
Mind Coaching
Mind coaching develops mental resilience and optimizes performance through thought-pattern retraining. We address limiting beliefs and create empowering mindset shifts. The approach combines cognitive restructuring with goal-setting strategies to enhance personal and professional effectiveness through structured mental development.
Sports Psychology
Sports performance coaching enhances athletic achievement through mental training techniques. We address competition nerves, focus issues, and confidence barriers. The program develops visualization skills, optimal arousal regulation, and injury recovery strategies to improve both training performance and competitive outcomes through psychological techniques.
Menopause Support
Menopause symptom management addresses psychological and physical challenges through targeted cognitive interventions. We help manage mood changes, anxiety, and stress associated with hormonal transitions. Our support focuses on maintaining emotional stability and developing coping strategies for improved quality of life during this natural life stage.
People
Alice Pinion
Therapist
Alice has over 20 years of experience in therapeutic practices, holding multiple qualifications including a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. She specializes in combining CBT, hypnotherapy, and mind coaching to deliver transformative results for clients facing diverse mental health challenges.
Questions
What services does Head First Talking Therapy offer?
We provide CBT, hypnotherapy, mind coaching, sports psychology, and menopause symptom management, addressing anxiety, phobias, confidence issues, insomnia, and habit change.
Are sessions available online?
Yes, we offer therapy worldwide via Zoom, FaceTime, Skype, or phone, alongside face-to-face sessions in our Colchester, Essex clinic.
What happens during the free initial consultation?
The free consultation discusses your specific needs and how we can help, with no obligation to proceed, followed by personalized session recommendations.
How long are therapy sessions?
Each session lasts 45-50 minutes, with pre-recorded audio resources provided for home practice between sessions.
What qualifications does Alice hold?
Alice has diplomas in CBT, sports performance coaching, analytical hypnotherapy, and EMDR, plus a BSc (Hons) from the University of Warwick.
Can you help with performance anxiety?
Yes, we specialize in performance psychology for both professional and sporting contexts, helping clients overcome presentation nerves and enhance peak performance.
