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Iona Lawson Hypnotherapy - Solution Focused Hypnotherapy

I'm a Clinical Solution Focused Hypnotherapist working both online and face to face I graduated as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist from CPHT in Edinburgh.

Using a highly effective combination of positive psychotherapy alongside hypnotherapy (a wonderful relaxation technique), this talking therapy is combined with practical, well-researched strategies to help you make significant, positive changes in your life. During the Initial Consultation, I explain the science behind how the brain works so you will be able to understand how and why this process is so effective. It's all about retraining the brain, helping people move from a negative thought pattern to a positive one. CPHT is considered as one of the UK’s leading Hypnotherapy Schools. I have both the Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (DSFH) and the Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma (HPD) – only 20% of hypnotherapists have the HPD qualification. I'm a member of the Association of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH) and the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH). I'm fully insured and DBS checked. All my sessions are currently online so it doesn't matter where you are in the world, you can take part from the comfort of your own home. Please get in touch if you would like to find out more. I love helping people to retrain their brain and make positive changes in their lives.

10/11/2025

Do you find it hard to switch off at night?

Your body is tired, but your mind just keeps replaying the day…

In Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, we work on calming your brain’s “stress response” so you can relax and drift off more easily.

During hypnosis, your mind enters a deeply restful state — one that helps regulate sleep patterns and quietens those racing thoughts.

When you start sleeping better, everything feels lighter — your mood, your focus, your energy.

Sleep isn’t just rest — it’s essentially healing, and it begins with a calmer mind.

07/11/2025

Let’s just be clear: hypnosis isn’t about losing control or clucking like a chicken — it’s about deep relaxation and focus.

In a Solution Focused Hypnotherapy session, hypnosis is a calm, peaceful state — a bit like that dreamy moment before sleep or when you’re absorbed in a good book.

While your body relaxes, your mind becomes more open to positive, helpful suggestions.

It’s safe, natural, and deeply restorative.

Most people leave a session feeling like they’ve had the best nap ever — refreshed, grounded, and lighter.

Your mind knows how to heal. Hypnotherapy just helps it remember.

03/11/2025

Childhood can be full of joy and discovery — but it can also bring its own set of worries, pressures, and challenges.

Many children today experience anxiety, low confidence, sleep difficulties, or struggles with change, and as parents or caregivers, it can be hard to know how best to support them.
This is where Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (SFH) can gently make a difference.

SFH is a positive, future-focused approach that helps children develop healthier thought patterns, improve emotional regulation, and build resilience — all in a calm, supportive environment. Sessions are adapted to be age-appropriate, creative, and reassuring, making it a safe space for children to explore their feelings and discover their inner strengths.

During the talking part of the session, we focus on what’s going well and encourage children to imagine the small steps that would make things even better. This helps shift their attention away from worries and towards solutions, boosting confidence and optimism.

The relaxation (hypnosis) part is gentle and enjoyable — often described by children as “just like story time” or “daydreaming.” This helps their busy minds settle, allowing new positive ideas to take root more easily.

Over time, many children experience improvements in:
• Confidence and self-esteem
• Managing worries and anxiety
• Sleep and relaxation
• Emotional expression and communication
• Coping with change and new situations

One of the beautiful things about working with children is how quickly they can respond to this approach. Their minds are naturally imaginative and adaptable, which means positive change can happen surprisingly fast.

If your child is struggling with anxiety, low confidence, or simply needs some gentle support navigating life’s ups and downs, Solution Focused Hypnotherapy could be a wonderful option.

If you’d like to learn more about how SFH can support your child please get in touch. I’m always happy to have a quick chat over the phone first. I work with children from 10 years.

31/10/2025

Living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be exhausting — both mentally and emotionally.

For many people, OCD creates a cycle of intrusive thoughts followed by compulsive behaviours designed to ease anxiety. While these behaviours can bring short-term relief, they often keep the cycle going, leaving people feeling trapped, frustrated, and overwhelmed.

Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (SFH) offers a gentle, supportive way to help individuals regain a sense of control and move towards calmer, more balanced ways of thinking.
Rather than focusing on analysing the past or the details of intrusive thoughts, SFH works by helping the brain shift its attention toward solutions, strengths, and possibilities for change. Through positive conversation and guided relaxation, this approach supports the brain in building new, more helpful neural pathways, reducing the intensity of anxiety and the compulsion to repeat rituals.

During the talking part of each session, we explore what’s going well, however small, and identify steps towards a future that feels more manageable. This helps gently break the pattern of focusing on the problem and instead builds confidence in your ability to cope and make changes.
The hypnosis element helps calm the mind’s stress response, guiding the brain into a relaxed state where it’s easier to process information differently. Over time, this can reduce obsessive thought patterns, ease anxiety, and create space for new, more empowering behaviours.

People with OCD who work with SFH often report:
• Feeling calmer and more in control of their thoughts
• Reduced anxiety and emotional overwhelm
• A growing ability to respond differently to intrusive thoughts
• Increased confidence and self-belief

It’s important to remember that SFH isn’t about “erasing” thoughts or forcing change — it’s about gently helping the brain find new ways of responding, so that the OCD no longer holds the same power.

If you or someone you care about is living with OCD, know that support is available. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can be a kind, empowering part of that journey toward a calmer and more confident life.

If you’d like to talk more about how SFH can help with OCD, feel free to reach out for a confidential chat.

27/10/2025

Mental wellbeing in the workplace matters.

Stress, anxiety, and burnout don’t just affect individuals — they impact team morale, productivity, and overall organizational success.

Solution Focused Hypnotherapy offers a modern, practical approach to supporting workplace wellbeing. By combining structured, forward-focused conversations with gentle relaxation techniques, SFH helps individuals reduce stress, build resilience, and think more clearly.

When employees feel calm, supported, and mentally balanced, they’re better able to make decisions, communicate effectively, and bring their best selves to work.

Integrating wellbeing strategies like SFH into workplace culture isn’t just beneficial for individuals — it can transform team dynamics and improve performance across the board.A healthy mind is one of the most valuable professional assets we have.

If your organization is exploring innovative ways to support employee wellbeing, I’d love to hear from you

24/10/2025

Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (SFH) is a modern, evidence-based approach that blends gentle talking therapy with the power of positive hypnosis. If you don’t know what hypnosis is, if you imagine listening to a bed time story – it’s very similar to that.

Unlike traditional therapies that often explore the past in depth, SFH focuses on the present and future, helping you build solutions rather than dwell on problems. It works by encouraging your brain to create new, more helpful pathways — shifting your focus away from what's going wrong, and towards what’s going right and what’s possible.

Through calm, structured conversations and deep relaxation, SFH can help you reduce anxiety, improve sleep, boost confidence, and regain control of your life.

Change doesn’t need to be overwhelming. Often, small, consistent shifts can lead to meaningful and lasting transformation.

💬 Have you heard of SFH before? What questions do you have?

20/10/2025

Many people live with stress and anxiety as if it’s something they simply have to put up with. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Solution Focused Hypnotherapy offers a gentle yet powerful way to quieten the mind, rebalance your emotional state, and rediscover a sense of control.

Through a combination of relaxed, forward-thinking talking therapy and guided hypnosis, SFH helps the brain shift out of survival mode. Over time, this allows you to think more clearly, feel calmer, and respond to challenges in a better way.

One of the most empowering parts of this approach is that it focuses on your strengths, resources, and future goals, rather than what’s gone wrong in the past.

It’s a reminder that change can happen gently, without pressure — and sometimes, the smallest steps lead to the biggest breakthroughs.

If this resonates with you, please get in touch and I can explain more. I work both online and in Auchtermuchty. I’m always happy to have a quick chat over the phone first so that you can decide if this is the right type of help for you

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17/10/2025

“What if things could be different?”

Solution Focused Hypnotherapy takes that thought and helps turn it into real, sustainable progress.

By focusing on your strengths, resources, and vision for the future, it supports you in taking steady small steps towards the life you want — without getting stuck in the problems of the past.

Each session helps your brain build new pathways, reinforcing positive habits and clearer thinking. Over time, these small shifts create genuine transformation.

You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin — you just need the willingness to take the first step forward.

Change is often more possible, and closer, than it seems.

06/10/2025

Struggling to get a good night’s sleep? Here are some simple, science-backed tips to help you wake up refreshed:

✅ 1. Set a Sleep Schedule
Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day—even on weekends.

✅ 2. Limit Screen Time Before Bed
Blue light from phones and TVs can mess with your body’s melatonin production. Try to unplug at least 30–60 minutes before sleep.

✅ 3. Create a Sleep-Friendly Environment
Keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet. Blackout curtains and white noise can make a big difference.

✅ 4. Watch What You Eat & Drink
Avoid heavy meals, caffeine, and alcohol close to bedtime. Stick to water or herbal tea in the evening.

✅ 5. Wind Down with a Routine
Try reading, journaling, or light stretching to signal your brain that it’s time to rest. Why not also try listening to a relaxation download?

💤 Small changes can lead to big improvements in your sleep quality. What’s your go-to bedtime routine? Please share in the comments!

03/10/2025

It’s probably about time that I introduced myself again. I’m Iona Lawson, a qualified Solution Focused hypnotherapist dedicated to helping people make positive, lasting changes in their lives.

Through hypnotherapy, I support clients with challenges like stress, anxiety, low confidence, habits they’d like to break, and fears that hold them back (and much more). My approach is calm, compassionate, and tailored to each individual — because no two journeys are the same.

I believe everyone has the power to transform their mindset and step into a healthier, happier version of themselves.

If you’re curious about how hypnotherapy could help you, I’d love to chat. I’m always happy to have a quick call first so that you can work out if this is the right type of therapy for you.

I work both online and in Auchtermuchty. I work with clients from aged 10 upwards.

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Monday	9:15am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm

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+447966498459

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http://www.ionalawsonhypnotherapy.co.uk/

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