Redressing the Balance

Stress, upset, anxiety, phobias, trauma and other emotional conditions occur when we possess insufficient resources to cope with our demands. However the resolution is invariably not so much about decreasing demands, although this is definitely an area that can be revised. Certain demands are often an inevitable aspect of life and as such have to be accepted. Therefore a more realistic, effective and lasting solution is to work with people to build their resources to an appropriate level where they easily match their demands.

MindsetSynergy works mainly on developing your inner resources by using a number of appropriate interventions. Namely these are: CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), Health or Lifestyle Coaching, Hypnotherapy, Motivation Training, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), Performance Training, Personal Development Programmes, Psychotherapy and Stress Management.



CBT
The aim is to identify and understand problems through the relationship between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and to then set strategies and goals that carry through to a resolution. Homework tasks that support the focus arising out of each session are invariably set for the client to undertake during their time away from therapy in order to compliment and speed up progress towards the desired goals.

EMDR
Excellent for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), phobias and general trauma. Dream research has identified a link between Rapid Eye Movement (REM) and neural brain activity. Dreaming allows us to reprocess our feelings and responses to previous experiences. Undertaking REM when awake, while simultaneously accessing uncomfortable memories in a structured therapeutic way, allows us to adopt appropriate new outlooks and reactions to prior problems.

Health or Lifestyle Coaching
A blend of practical advice and approaches that work toward a solution for many day-to-day concerns, ranging from improving lifestyle to overcoming personal hurdles arising out of finances, work-related constraints or common setbacks. It also involves using the power of the mind to supplement or support health issues, often in conjunction with orthodox medicine. Positive Visualisation, NLP and Hypnotherapy have been demonstrated to promote healing, help with childbirth and address pain management.

Clinical Hypnotherapy
Applying positive suggestive hypnosis and/or teaching people self-hypnosis in order to access their subconscious and make lasting changes. This is done by undertaking a set of exercises that allow the mind to wind down to a calm level at which point positive suggestions are proposed. The exercises and suggestions are recorded onto a tape or CD so they can be used on a daily basis for several weeks as a potent force for change.

Motivation Training
Identifying negative patterns that have previously held you back and also identifying potential opportunities available. From here the focus is on rectifying those patterns and accessing those opportunities through techniques such as stress management, time management and personal goals. Particular attention is paid to the correct approach to goal setting and attainment.

NLP
The synergy arising from the combination of appropriate linguistics, thought patterns, imagery, behaviour and body language, which when put together both consciously and through hypnosis brings about a desired change. It is an approach increasingly adopted in business development and sports training, as well as for general personal growth.

Performance Training
Effective techniques to maximise work, sport or educational performance. This is a blend of Health and Lifestyle Coaching, NLP, Motivation Training and Stress Management. Specific importance is placed on goal setting.

Personal Development Programmes
Similar in many respects to Health or Lifestyle Coaching but with more of an emphasis on advancing existing capabilities to a higher level. This is done by looking inside ourselves and acknowledging our existing resources and promoting those that are latent within us. Once a solid competent inner nucleus has been created, this foundation is then built upon by adding new resources through Positive Visualisation, NLP and Hypnotherapy. These programmmes are either 'stand-alone' or done in conjunction with associated relevant activities and pursuits, either in the UK or overseas.

Clinical Psychotherapy
Evaluating experiences, emotions and behavioural patterns by discussing and exploring existing and past feelings, beliefs and thoughts.

Stress Management
This is not about stress-free living. Stress is an inevitable and indeed welcome part of our lives. Too much and we can obviously crash down but too little will dissolve energy and drive thus leading to physical and emotional inertia. Stress at the right level is essential to our wellbeing, creating motivation and interest. The emphasis here is teaching life management skills and stress control so you can cope with your demands as they work effectively for you.



How can I access these benefits?
Whatever approach you take, whether it be coming along for 1:1 sessions; undertaking a personal development course or simply purchasing a self-help CD or book, the main benefit you will be accessing is resource building.

Sometimes we merely lack certain strengths, abilities or insights. On other occasions we may already possess the resources we need but perhaps they are hidden or blocked by other negative outlooks or behaviour. Whatever the position, using the effective approaches and interventions of MindsetSynergy can bring about the change you require.

We all know how hard it can be to take that first step on the road to self-improvement. Yet invariably it is the thought of the efffort of change that is harder than change itself. In fact how often do we say after finally taking the leap, "Why didn't I do that sooner?" It goes to show that our mind creates barriers to moving forward, not so much because it is difficult but because we fear the unknown, even if it transpires to be a better place!

So if you find yourself standing hestitantly at the brink of moving away from your past, ask yourself this. Change might seem daunting and an effort, but how much more of an effort and daunting will it be to spend yet another year locked within your problem, or perhaps even several years?

The solution is within your grasp. Take the leap towards resolution and contact me to move forward. I'm here to support and work with you every step of the way.