Depression

Overview:

Depression can feel a bit like being alone in a dark tunnel, like you’re sinking into quicksand, or like you're in the middle of the ocean with no land in sight.

Depression is more than just feeling a little bit sad because you’ve had a hard day at work or an argument with your partner. It’s a complex mental health condition that can significantly impact your well-being.

Ranging from mild feelings of low mood to more severe symptoms like suicidal thoughts, Depression can be characterised as prolonged periods of sadness that significantly impacts daily life.

Symptoms:

  • Persistent sadness, feeling empty, low, down, hopeless, and irritable. 

  • Stress and Anxiety

  • Things that used to be enjoyable no longer bring you joy.

  • Changes in appetite or weight. This can include overeating or under-eating, leading to weight gain or loss. 

  • Insomnia, disturbed sleep and oversleeping.

  • Fatigue and low energy even with adequate rest.

  • Feelings of worthlessness, shame and guilt.

  • Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions.

  • Physical aches and pains.

  • Tearfulness.

  • Thoughts of death or suicide.

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Facts:

According to the latest research on UK adults:

  • Approximately 1 in 6 adults, around 17%, experience Depression.

  • The COVID-19 pandemic saw a rise in moderate to severe depressive symptoms. Surveys show a jump from 10% before the pandemic to 21% by early 2021. 

  • Younger adults (16-29) are more likely to experience depression than older adults.

  • Women report higher rates of depression than men across all age groups.

Science:

Depression is a complex condition with biological, psychological, and social factors to consider.

Depression is associated with imbalances in neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, which play crucial roles in mood regulation.

Studies show reduced activity and volume in certain brain regions like the prefrontal cortex, hippocampus, and amygdala. These are involved in mood regulation, cognition, and emotional processing.

Learned patterns of negative thinking, low self-esteem, and pessimistic outlook can contribute to the development and maintenance of depressive symptoms.

Traumatic experiences and chronic stress can trigger depressive episodes. But sometimes the reason behind Depression is unknown.

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How hypnotherapy can help:

  • By guiding you into hypnosis, you will become receptive to positive suggestions, helping you reduce your perception of Depression.

  • Experiencing deep relaxation will help you reduce feelings of Anxiety and Stress, common symptoms of Depression. 

  • We will explore your history with Depression, tackling the root cause.

  • Hypnotherapy will help you identify and challenge negative thought patterns that contribute to Depression.

  • By focusing on ego-strengthening, positive suggestions and imagery, hypnotherapy will help lift your mood, build a positive sense of self and a greater sense of purpose.

  • Hypnotherapy will help you identify and overcome negative behaviours or habits like poor sleep hygiene which can worsen the Depression.

  • You will be taught coping mechanisms including Anchoring, Reframing, Colour Breathing and Self-Hypnosis.

  • We will identify your specific Depression triggers, learning how to manage these triggers and where possible eliminate them.

  • We will review and revisit memories related to Depression, enabling you to re-code a new response. 

  • You will experience age progression and future mapping enabling you to move towards living a life free from Depression.

  • You will receive direct suggestions, leveraging your neuroplasticity and encouraging the formation of new neural pathways which is vital for long-lasting change.

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Transformation in 3 Simple Steps

  1. Discovery Call

20 minutes - Free

2. Initial Consultation

60 minutes - £25

3. Hypnotherapy Session

60 minutes - £85

Testimonials

Amanda

“Working with Gemma has been a truly transformative experience. When I first started therapy, I was overwhelmed by stress and struggling to cope. Through your compassionate and insightful approach, you helped me understand the roots of my stress and gave me practical tools to manage it effectively. What stood out most was the safe, nonjudgmental space that you created—one where I felt heard, supported, and empowered to make real changes. Thank you for helping me to regain a sense of clarity, calm, and confidence in facing daily challenges. I’m incredibly grateful for your support and would highly recommend Gemma to anyone navigating stress or seeking mental wellness.”

Genevieve

“Managing and running my own business results in me having a lot of stress and coping with a huge amount of other people’s stresses too. I contacted Gemma about hypnotherapy and whether she thought that may help. I was really impressed with her personal and professional manner throughout our first meeting, instantly grasping what industry I worked in and showing empathy for the areas of life that I found most stressful. Gemma’s thorough initial information gathering was evident throughout our four sessions, demonstrating her attentive listening and accurate understanding of my situation, thoughts, and feelings. Even now in times of stress I still mentally use the green shiny pebble in my pocket creating space and allowing me to breath and realign my thoughts. I would highly recommend Gemma for any hypnotherapy sessions that you may be thinking about.”

Simran

“I had the privilege of participating in hypnotherapy sessions with Gemma to help me manage stress and the experience truly exceeded my expectations. From the first session, she created a warm, professional, and safe environment that immediately put me at ease. Gemma listened with empathy and tailored each session to address the root causes of my stress. She exhibited outstanding expertise, perceptiveness, and attentiveness throughout the process. Through gentle and effective techniques, she helped me access a deeper sense of calm and control that I hadn’t experienced in a long time. I noticed a significant change in my emotional state and my ability to handle daily pressures more easily and resiliently. What impressed me most was her genuine care and commitment. She clearly wanted the best for me and took the time to ensure each session was meaningful and impactful. I wholeheartedly recommend Gemma to anyone struggling with stress or looking for a more balanced, peaceful approach to life. This experience has been a turning point, and I’m genuinely grateful. Thank you, Gemma!!”

Jo

“I had a Hypnotherapy session with Gemma to quit smoking. Gemma was professional throughout, discussing her ethical boundaries with me and quickly established a good rapport. She explained how the session would work creating a comfortable environment. I was unsure what to expect, as I haven't done anything like this before, but I have been smoke and vape free since the session and haven't felt the need to do so. Gemma did a great job and I'd highly recommend her.”

Holly

“Gemma was brilliant, from the moment I stepped into the room she made me feel calm and at ease. Any questions I had were answered clearly and she listened carefully and compassionately to me throughout our work together. I can safely say that if you put your all into therapy, you get a whole lot more out of it than you will ever have expected. Thank you Gemma.”

Ryan

“It was a pleasurable and relaxing experience having hypnotherapy. Gemma is very attentive, professional and engaging.”