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I’m Silvia, a clinical hypnotherapist and advanced BWRT® practitioner, specialising in helping clients achieve lasting transformation at a subconscious level.

Are you a busy professional looking for ways to break the cycle of self-doubt and procrastination so you can move forward in life, both personally and professionally? Do you wake up at night thinking about all the brilliant ideas you have but they don’t come to fruition as you get overwhelmed with life and its daily demands? Does this cause you to question your potential or compare yourself unfavourably to others? Do you wish you could just focus and move forward in a more structured way? If so, I’d love to help. The thing is, there is an inextricable connection between how we feel and how we act. Whatever we want to achieve in our life it always comes down to how we feel about ourselves. If we feel good and we are strong, physically and mentally, we are best placed to deal with the demands of daily life. If we don’t feel good, it colours all aspects of our life; personal and professional. This is something I often see with my clients. Very often, the obstacles getting in the way for the people I work with are of personal nature. Interestingly, it often comes down to how we see ourselves and the world. This is good news as it means we can change it. As a certified clinical hypnotherapist and Advanced BWRT practitioner I apply a wide range of advanced tools to fast track your personal change. There are three things that are unique to the way I work:
*the techniques I use allow the mind to rapidly integrate new beliefs and understandings
*there’s no need to talk about the past
*you can keep your privacy to yourself

Sessions are run weekly via Zoom and are tailored exclusively to your specific needs. Want to know more? Drop me a message on here.

14/02/2026

‘Every day should be Valentine’s Day,’ I heard someone say.
I agree, especially if Valentine’s Day was about falling back in love with life again.
Because for many people, this day brings up comparison, loneliness, pressure… old relationship stories that sometimes feel like they’re defining our worth, and that can feel heavy.

But what if, this Valentine’s Day, you were your own best date?
You show up for yourself with a smile.
Smell the flowers you’ve been hoping for someone else to buy.
And treat yourself to that tasty meal that feels so warm and satisfying.
Not as a distraction but as a reminder that you are worthy - exactly as you are. 💗

26/01/2026

Many people, the moment they wake up, start downloading the past.
They think about what happened yesterday, the argument they had, how they felt about their circumstances.
And then what happens?
They feel more of the same… and carry it into the next day, instead of creating new experiences for themselves.

The thing is, for the mind, it doesn’t matter if we’re thinking about something that happened even years ago.
It still triggers the same chemical responses in our body, releasing the same tension and emotional charge as if it were happening now.

So if this is something you’ve been experiencing in your life, if you notice that you slip back into the same mindset day after day, I invite you to try something different.

Tomorrow morning, as soon as you wake up, focus on how you want to be and feel that day. Not by forcing positivity, but by thinking how you can feel instead about your current situation.
Try this and simply observe what it shifts for you.
Even five minutes is enough.

20/01/2026

You can be that nurturing voice that says to yourself today: 'It’s okay. I’ve got you. I’ll be with you every step of the way.' 🤝

06/01/2026

If I had to choose just one thing to make 2026 a different year for myself, this is what I'd do!

03/01/2026

As we step into a new year, there’s often a mix of emotions; hope, reflection, maybe even a little uncertainty.

Sometimes there’s even pressure to make bold changes or start with big promises.
But how about beginning it softly?

With a pause.
With a breath.
With an honest moment of listening to what you truly need.

Lasting change doesn’t come from forcing ourselves to be different.
It comes from understanding ourselves more deeply - releasing what weighs us down and creating space for calm and confidence to grow naturally.

As a hypnotherapist, I see every day how powerful gentle, subconscious change can be. When the mind feels safe and supported, transformation becomes easier - and far more sustainable.

My wish for you this year is simple:
❤️ More ease where there has been tension
❤️ More self-trust where there has been doubt
❤️ And a deeper sense of peace as you move forward

Thank you for being here and for allowing me to be part of your journey.
May this year meet you with kindness, growth and exactly what you need.

With love,
Silvia

14/10/2025

Yesterday I completed my Psychology of Trauma and Abuse course with the ever-inspiring Terence Watts and it’s deepened my understanding of something I see so often in my work:
how profoundly our early experiences shape the way we move through life.

When we’re young and something frightening or confusing happens, our brains don’t yet have the tools to process it. So we adapt - we go into survival mode, doing whatever it takes to feel safe.
And those protective strategies often stay with us long after the danger has passed.

It’s a bit like carrying a heavy backpack filled with stones from childhood - each one representing moments of fear, sadness, or loneliness we didn’t have the capacity to unpack back then.
Over time, that weight can show up as anxiety, self-doubt, or patterns that seem to repeat no matter how much we want things to be different.

But here’s what I want you to know: you don't have to feel defined by your past. Those old responses were your mind’s way of keeping you safe - and they can be gently reworked, released, and healed.

Want to know more? Please get in touch and let’s explore what’s possible. 💛

03/09/2025

Ten years ago, I walked through a door that changed everything.

Next month it will be 10 years since I first walked through this door – to become a clinical hypnotherapist. I had the privilege of being mentored by the amazing David Newton – the father of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy. We laughed, we learnt, we changed lives… starting with our own.
In the months to come, it became clearer than ever before how much power we actually have to change our lives – for the better.

What really struck me was that very often we don’t recognise our own power.
Maybe because we haven’t been taught that we have it? Instead, we lean into '… the future’s not ours to see' and resist the idea that we can make decisions that can change our life.
We wait for the external, for a sign or someone else’s approval.
The truth is, accepting responsibility for our future can feel scary – because it means it’s a result of our own doing. But that is the beauty of it. It’s about declaring what we want and taking clear action – whilst being in alignment.
Giving space for the truth within us – to be seen and heard.

Walking through that door all those years ago showed me and my clients that they can create the life they want. Because when we learn to trust ourselves, everything begins to change.

What truth within you is waiting to be seen?

P.S. In the photo – me and my dear colleague and fellow hypnotherapist walking down memory lane the other day.

22/08/2025

Therapy isn’t just about understanding what happened. 🤔

It’s about moving forward with clarity and confidence.
Creating space for what’s next – for how you want things to be. ♥

If you’ve been feeling stuck or something’s been holding you back… maybe you’ve been analysing your past?
Wondering about your next step while looking back at your earlier experiences?

💖 In my sessions, we get to the heart of things and begin to shift them gently, by focusing on how you want things to be, rather than how you don’t want them to be.

🌀 I use a blend of BWRT and solution-focused hypnotherapy, tailored to you.
Your story, your pace, your goals.
This approach is gentle, empowering, and often surprisingly fast.

Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, procrastination, looking to build confidence, or achieve emotional freedom – I’m here to support you every step of the way.

If this speaks to you, I’d love to help.
💌 Message me directly to book your free discovery call.

21/08/2025

'What advice would I give to someone experiencing anxiety?' I was asked the other day.
In this short video, I share some practical tips for easing anxiety and creating space for calm.
If this speaks to you, I’d love to hear your thoughts - drop a comment below and let me know what resonates most.

20/08/2025

Mysterious, powerful, and untapped… 💭
That’s how many describe the subconscious mind.
A hidden force, hard to reach, and for some, impossible to change.
It’s often seen as the “automatic pilot” that controls things we do without thinking.

The thing is, everything we learn, since the moment we were born, becomes part of our subconscious.
It's like our operating system focused on our self-preservation. 🛡
It will do this by keeping us in alignment with beliefs that have been created and stored. Keeping us in check with what we have learnt.
Some of these beliefs serve us beautifully… but others, often created long ago, quietly hold us back - shaping our patterns, reactions and choices in ways we may not even realise.

This is why change can sometimes feel hard, even when we consciously want it. The subconscious mind is simply trying to keep us safe - but it doesn't always update the map.
The good news? These patterns are not set in stone.

When we work with the mind - rather than against it - something shifts. Instead of battling old habits with willpower alone, we create a space where the mind feels safe enough to let them go.
Methods like BWRT® and clinical hypnotherapy speak the “language” of the subconscious. We’re not forcing change - we’re facilitating it, allowing the mind to gently release outdated beliefs and replace them with more empowering ones.

It’s an incredibly freeing process - one where change feels natural and deeply aligned.

So… what old patterns might you be ready to let go of?
And how different could life feel when you’re no longer held back by beliefs that no longer serve you? 🤔

15/08/2025

This week, I said goodbye to the sea.
Growing up by the coast, the beach was always my reset button.
It was where I went to breathe, reflect, and see life more clearly.

The sea had a way of lightening whatever I brought with me.
When I moved to Bristol, I had to find new ways to feel that same clarity.
I realised it was about stepping back, creating space, and letting the noise quiet down.
The truth is, we all need that place.
A space that helps us remember what matters, puts our thoughts in order.
Sometimes it’s the ocean. Sometimes it’s a park. Sometimes it’s just a quiet moment of stillness in our own home.

What’s the place that always brings you back to yourself?

If you find yourself ready to create more of that space in your everyday life, I’d love to explore it with you. Together, we can uncover what helps you reset, let go of the weight you’ve been carrying, and reconnect with clarity and freedom.

11/08/2025

Three weeks away. 🏖⚓🌞
Friends, family, hours on the beach, late nights.
And now - three days left.
I’m thinking about how much a break changes the way we see our ‘normal’ life.
I love the insights that come when I slow down and realise that what I’ve been carrying could simply be put down.
Away from the usual routines, I notice the things I really miss… and the things I don’t.
When we step back from autopilot and look at life with fresh eyes, clarity steps in. Focus shifts to what truly matters and drives us forward.
We realise we don’t need to overhaul everything - sometimes it’s just letting go of one habit, one thought, one ‘should’ that’s been weighing us down.
I’m heading back soon, but I’m taking that clarity with me.
What’s your favourite thing about holidays?

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30 Alma Vale Road
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I have always believed that, despite how challenging life can sometimes be, every situation can be seen as an opportunity. Even in our darkest hour we still have the power – the power to steer our thoughts in the direction we want to go. Despite all the difficulties, fears or limiting beliefs, as long as there is willingness to move forward, we can create a better life for ourselves. We may sometimes wish to wait until the circumstances change or others recognise our efforts so we can finally be what we have always wanted to be. The truth is – even if we think that somebody owes it to us, we owe it to ourselves even more. Our life is too valuable to be left to chance. Despite how it may feel in this very moment, it can all be so much better in the next. So, reach out, talk to me. I will show you how.