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Expert Hypnotherapy and EMDR Services in Warrington
Dawn Reynolds-Smith is a specialist in child and adult hypnotherapy with over two decades of experience in mental health, having previously worked in the NHS for 20 years. Transitioning from clinical roles, she became an advanced clinical hypnotherapist and integrated EMDR, psychotherapy, and mindfulness into her practice to address complex conditions like PTSD, anxiety, and neurodivergent-related challenges. As a neurodivergent practitioner, she offers tailored support for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and selective mutism, combining her lived experience with professional expertise. Her services include online and face-to-face sessions, with recorded hypnotherapy provided between appointments to reinforce progress. Dawn is DBS-checked, insured, and affiliated with professional bodies such as the General Hypnotherapy Register and the British Psychological Society.She has trained under leading specialists in child hypnotherapy and IBS treatment, contributing to her evidence-based approach. Her work extends to treating rare conditions like cyclical vomiting syndrome and functional neurological disorder, supported by collaborations with organisations like Alder Hey and Staff Absence Solutions. Dawn also offers discounts for NHS staff, civil servants, students, and universal credit recipients, ensuring accessibility. Her methodology prioritises safety, client autonomy, and practical outcomes, with sessions structured to allow 2-3 weeks for reinforcement through daily listening. She has been featured in national media and has spoken at professional conferences, underscoring her reputation as a trusted practitioner.
Services
Hypnotherapy for Adults
EMDR Treatment
Child Hypnotherapy
Online Therapy Sessions
Neurodivergent Support
Anxiety Management
PTSD Recovery
School Refusal Therapy
Bedwetting Solutions
IBS Treatment
Highlights and features
- 20 years of NHS mental health experience combined with advanced hypnotherapy training
- Specialist in treating neurodivergent clients, including autism and ADHD
- DBS-checked and insured practitioner with professional body affiliations
- Online and face-to-face sessions with recorded hypnotherapy for reinforced learning
- Discounts available for NHS staff, civil servants, students, and universal credit recipients
Associations and certifications
- General Hypnotherapy Register
- IBS Therapists Register
- British Psychological Society
Services
Hypnotherapy for Adults
Hypnotherapy for adults targets anxiety, PTSD, and habit-related issues by accessing the subconscious mind. Sessions use guided relaxation to reframe negative thought patterns, with recordings provided for daily reinforcement. This approach ensures lasting change through consistent practice.
EMDR Treatment
EMDR addresses PTSD and trauma by processing distressing memories through bilateral stimulation. Combined with hypnotherapy, it stabilises emotional regulation between sessions, offering rapid relief for single-incident trauma and complex PTSD cases.
Child Hypnotherapy
Tailored hypnotherapy for children treats anxiety, bedwetting, and school refusal in a playful, non-threatening format. Sessions accommodate parental presence and open eyes, leveraging children's natural imagination for effective outcomes.
Neurodivergent Support
Specialist support for neurodivergent individuals addresses ADHD, autism, and sensory processing challenges. Techniques harness hyperfocus tendencies and sensory needs to build coping strategies, improving daily functioning and self-esteem.
Online Therapy Sessions
Online sessions deliver equivalent effectiveness to in-person visits, using secure platforms for hypnotherapy and EMDR. Ideal for remote clients or those preferring home-based treatment, with flexible scheduling and recorded sessions included.
People
DRS Hypnotherapy
Clinical Hypnotherapist & EMDR Practitioner
Former NHS mental health professional with 20 years' experience, Dawn transitioned to advanced clinical hypnotherapy and EMDR. She specialises in neurodivergent support and rare conditions, trained by UK specialists, and featured in national media.
Lauren Miller
Mental Health Nurse & Hypnotherapist
Psychology graduate and mental health nurse with nearly a decade of experience, Lauren integrates EMDR and hypnotherapy. She specialises in treating borderline personality disorder and has trained under leading child hypnotherapy experts.
Questions
How does hypnotherapy work for anxiety?
Hypnotherapy accesses the subconscious mind during relaxed states to reframe anxious thought patterns. Daily listening to session recordings reinforces new, calming associations, reducing symptoms over 4-6 weeks.
Can EMDR treat childhood trauma?
Yes, EMDR effectively processes childhood trauma by reprocessing distressing memories. Combined with hypnotherapy, it helps clients feel safe while integrating traumatic experiences as past events.
Are online sessions as effective as in-person?
Yes, online hypnotherapy and EMDR sessions offer equivalent effectiveness to in-person visits, with added convenience. Both formats include session recordings for reinforcement between appointments.
What conditions do you treat in children?
We treat anxiety, school refusal, bedwetting, phobias, ADHD, and neurodivergent-related challenges in children. Sessions use playful, age-appropriate techniques while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness.
Do you offer discounts for healthcare workers?
Yes, NHS staff and civil servants receive discounted rates for hypnotherapy sessions. Please contact us directly to discuss available options and verify eligibility.
