Les Roberts Hypnotherapy & NLP

08/11/2025

Children & Hypnotherapy – Why It Works So Well
Did you know children are naturally brilliant at using their imagination?
That’s one of the reasons why therapeutic approaches like hypnotherapy work so beautifully with them.

When I guide children through gentle relaxation & creative visualisation, they are able to let go of worries & fears, build confidence & self-esteem, sleep better & focus more, learning how to manage their emotions calmly.

Because their minds are open, curious & creative, children often respond to this kind of work so much faster than adults & the results can be truly life-changing.
Supporting children to feel calm, confident & capable gives them emotional tools that last a lifetime.

If you’d like to know more about how I help children feel happier & more in control of their emotions, pop me a message — I’d love to chat.
Or check out Little Mind Masters on my website: www.lesrobertshypnotherapy.co.uk

07/11/2025

Talking to your Child while they sleep

Did you know that your child’s mind is still listening even while they sleep?

This can be a beautiful time to gently nurture their confidence & self-belief.

How?

As your child is peacefully asleep, quietly whisper positive, loving messages such as…
“You are kind and clever.”
“You can do amazing things.”
“You are loved, just for being you.”

Their subconscious mind takes in these calm, reassuring words, helping them wake with a stronger sense of self-worth, calm & inner strength.

It’s such a simple, magical way to help them grow emotionally secure & confident from the inside out.

Did you know this method can be used to help your child manage anxieties, worries etc & much more?

Contact me for a chat on how I can help you to help your child.

Check out Little Mind Masters on my website: www.lesrobertshypnotherapy.co.uk

06/11/2025

Nomie’s Big Book of Feelings is now available on Amazon. Special 24 hour offer of £6.67

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05/11/2025

Sharing an article I have written for the Hypnotherapy Directory.

Hypnotherapy helps children use imagination to build confidence, reduce anxiety, and develop healthy coping skills. Learn how it works.

04/11/2025

My new book Nomie’s Big Book of Feelings is out on Amazon this Thursday 6th November.

04/11/2025

Understanding sleep patterns in children & teens
Sleep isn’t one long, steady state, it moves through several stages, each with a different purpose for the brain & body. These patterns are vital for children’s emotional regulation, memory & physical development.

During the night, we move through repeating cycles of light sleep, deep sleep & REM (dreaming) sleep.
Light & deep sleep restore the body. REM sleep helps the brain process emotions, consolidate learning & strengthen memory.
Children & teens need multiple full sleep cycles (usually 4–6) for healthy growth & balanced emotions. When sleep is disrupted, by late nights, screen time or irregular routines, these cycles are cut short, leaving the brain without enough time for restoration.
The Hypnagogic & Hypnopompic Stages
These are two natural, yet, often overlooked parts of the sleep process:
Hypnagogic state is the transition from wakefulness into sleep.
This stage is like a gentle “drift", where the brain begins to slow, muscles relax & imagination becomes vivid. It’s when children often experience dreamy thoughts or random images. This usually a sign their mind is preparing to rest.
Calm environments and reduced stimulation (no screens, soft lighting, quiet voices) help children enter this stage smoothly.
Hypnopompic state is the transition from sleep to wakefulness.
This is the moment just before waking, when the brain shifts from dream activity into conscious awareness. A peaceful wake-up routine helps maintain emotional calm, rather than a jolt of stress from alarms or rushing.
Gentle light, soft music or calm conversation allow the body & mind to reconnect comfortably with the day.
Why do these stages matter?
For children & teens, both transitions help regulate the nervous system.
When bedtime is rushed or overstimulated (TV, gaming, arguments, bright lights), the hypnagogic stage becomes restless, making it harder to fall asleep.
When mornings are chaotic, the hypnopompic stage is cut short, which can leave them feeling irritable, foggy or anxious. It's like our body & mind is out of kilter!
By supporting these natural transitions, slowing down before bed & waking gently, we can help children’s brains complete their sleep cycles fully, leaving them calmer, clearer & emotionally stronger.

What is your child's sleep routine like?

02/11/2025

How much sleep do children & teens really need? Are they getting enough?

According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine:
Children aged 6–12 require between 9–12 hours per night. Ages 13–18 require between 8–10 hours per night
Most young people get less than this, especially teens whose body clocks shift later at night.
When sleep is cut short, children can become more reactive, moody or find it hard to focus. NOT because they’re “difficult”, but because their brains are overtired.

Notice changes in energy, concentration or behaviour. These could be sleep-related rather than they’re attitude-related!

Track your child’s bedtime & wake-up time for a week. What pattern do you notice?

01/11/2025

Understanding Sleep Patterns in Children and Teens
Sleep isn’t one long, steady state — it moves through several stages, each with a different purpose for the brain & body. These patterns are vital for children’s emotional regulation, memory & physical development.
The Sleep Cycle
During the night, we move through repeating cycles of light sleep, deep sleep, and REM (dreaming) sleep.
Light and deep sleep restore the body — muscles repair, hormones balance & growth occurs.
REM sleep helps the brain process emotions, consolidate learning & strengthen memory.
Children and teens need multiple full sleep cycles for healthy growth & balanced emotions. When sleep is disrupted, by late nights, screen time or irregular routines, these cycles are cut short, leaving the brain without enough time for restoration.

The Hypnagogic and Hypnopompic Stages
These are two natural but often overlooked parts of the sleep process:
Hypnagogic state is the transition from wakefulness into sleep.�This stage is like a gentle “drift”, where the brain begins to slow, muscles relax & imagination becomes vivid. It’s when children often experience dreamy thoughts or random images. A sign their mind is preparing to rest.�Calm environments and reduced stimulation (no screens, soft lighting, quiet voices) help children enter this stage smoothly.
Hypnopompic state is the transition from sleep to wakefulness.�This is the delicate moment just before waking, when the brain shifts from dream activity into conscious awareness. A peaceful wake-up routine helps maintain emotional calm, rather than a jolt of stress from alarms or rushing.�Gentle light, soft music, or calm conversation allow the body & mind to reconnect comfortably with the day.

Why These Stages Matter
For children and teens, both transitions help regulate the nervous system.
When bedtime is rushed or overstimulated (TV, gaming, arguments, bright lights), the hypnagogic stage becomes restless, making it more difficult to fall asleep.
When mornings are chaotic, the hypnopompic stage is cut short, which can leave them feeling irritable, foggy or anxious.
By supporting these natural transitions, slowing down before bed & waking gently, we help children’s brains complete their sleep cycles fully, leaving them calmer, clearer & emotionally stronger.

01/11/2025

Why is good sleep the foundation of emotional wellbeing?

Sleep isn’t just ‘rest’, it’s also repair. During sleep, children’s brains process emotions, build memories & restore energy for the day ahead.
Research from Harvard Medical School shows that sleep plays a major role in children’s learning, growth & mood regulation.
When children miss sleep, they can appear more emotional, distracted or anxious.
It makes sense to introduce a consistent bedtime routine as soon as possible, helping them feel to calmer, safer & more in control of their feelings.

Try to keep bedtime and wake-up times as constant as possible, even at weekends. Predictability helps children’s internal clock.

31/10/2025

The children had a fabulous time creating spooky crafts today. Thank you for being there! Big thanks to dgill87 for your help ❤️

Next classes will be at Christmas half term. Dates to follow soon!

31/10/2025

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30/10/2025

Places still available for Friday. Lots of spooky crafting. We have spiders, creepy crawlies, webs & much more. 2 hours of fun £5.00 per child.

Contact me to book.