Client testimonials about Weight management and Eating disorders

I’ve had an under-active thyroid for 20 years and as a result I’ve been trying to lose weight for quite some time.  I've tried lots of different diets, including the grapefruit diet (more like starvation diet), cabbage diet (rather smelly diet) and lastly joined a well-known slimming club where I watched as my two friends lost 3 stone and 18 pounds respectively, I  however manage to lose 7 pounds in the same time (even though I’d followed the plan strictly), which was galling and very depressing. I then decided to take the exercise approach and I worked out solidly for 18 months without losing weight, (much to my Trainer’s frustration), in fact I actually gained weight (muscle ratio to fat apparently, dress size stayed the same though so not sure how that one works!!)

I felt like I’d done and tried everything and got nowhere. I actually realised it didn't matter how many diets I followed, I would always struggle with my weight, due to overeating and enjoying the naughty foods!!! (and my underactive thyroid). This was a depressing thought because I really didn't want to be on a diet for the rest of my life, food combining, etc, bingeing on certain foods because I knew they were "forbidden". I then had a mini brainwave (wish this had happened years ago, but never mind better late than never) that I actually need to change my attitude towards food in my head, and that is when  I started looking into hypnotherapy and also the fact that my 40th birthday was fast approaching and I really didn't want to be fat and forty.

I found Sarah on the internet and after our initial consultation realised that this could actually be the answer to my weight issues.  Still not fully convinced that it would work for me though, Sarah became my guilty secret (I only told partner and daughter) just in case it failed, after all I had been trying to lose weight for half my life.

From the first session my attitude to food changed: I completely stopped eating anything sweet (chocolate, sweets, biscuits, cakes etc.). Now, I would normally eat something sweet every day so this alone was a small miracle and I also noticed that I had actually started giving myself smaller portions of food without even thinking about it.   No food was banned so I could eat whatever I wanted, but I realised that I was drawn towards healthy foods - don't get me wrong I still eat takeaways but even these are smaller portion sizes and I still enjoy my wine at weekends. I've also noticed that I’m feeling calmer and more confident in myself even when people around me are ‘challenging’.

In 6 weeks I shed 12 pounds and it was effortless.  I even had an all-inclusive holiday and found myself still eating healthily because as I told Sarah “I feel this is part of my life now”. I really can't emphasise how much Sarah has changed my life and how grateful I am to her, and I know I have waffled on a bit, but I really wanted you to know my journey, I am now 4 pounds away from my target weight and have never been happier and yes I have now told all my friends as they were all saying how fab I look and asking how I had lost the weight.

If you’ve tried to lose weight but things keep stopping you then I really suggest that you try Sarah’s programme.  It worked for me! Ms Wardell

Before the session I was unaware of hypnosis - I thought that the therapist clicked their fingers and you fell asleep!  I found that Sarah addressed my weight issues and understood how it was affecting me. I found all our sessions extremely informative and felt as though I could put my problems/weight issue in Sarah's hands and she dealt with it immediately.

Following our first session, I stopped my cola 'habit' and have been eating and drinking healthily ever since. Over 5 weeks I have shed 17 pounds and have gone down a dress size. Surprisingly to me as a result of my changes, my children's habits have also improved.  I have found hypnosis makes me feel more alert, relaxed and positive after every session, even after just listening to Sarah's CDs.

I enjoyed working with Sarah and I think that anyone wanting a stress-free, easy and enjoyable weight loss should try hypnosis with her. I recommend her to everyone reading this.  Mrs Ali

Before going to see Sarah, I could only see the small details of life because I was so stressed and underweight.  She helped me put everything into perspective and gain a more balanced approach to living - i.e., learning to eat without guilt.  I am now confident in my ability to progress forward. Miss Newman

Sarah has helped to uncover the reasons behind my previous level of stress and inability to cope. She has given me support to clarify my ideas and priorities.  An added bonus has been my change of attitude to food and the resulting fact that I am now the correct weight for my age and height and am able to maintain this without any problem.  Mrs Potts

I needed help for weight loss. Before treatment with Sarah I was tense, unfocussed and depressed.  I found hypnosis very relaxing and I achieved positive results.  Mrs James

When I first saw Sarah I was at a very low ebb – I was overweight and stressed out. This in turn made me ill with high blood pressure. Sarah realised how low I was and immediately started to work on my self esteem, advising that we could work on being overweight when I was more able to cope with things. Having someone completely focussed on you, encouraging you, and actively helping by giving you ways of dealing with anxieties/cravings made all the difference. I am now back to the old Debbie – happy and confident and 2 stone lighter! And best of all I know that Sarah is always there if I need her. Mrs Patten

I have definitely lost a stone since our first meeting, and am feeling a lot better about myself. I feel healthier and less tired, and feel positive that I can lose the rest of the weight as easily. Thank you very much for your work, it was very relaxing and obviously effective! Ms Duke

I contacted Sarah to help me re-adjust my eating/appetite. I had become greedy and over indulgent with food and knew that it had become a problem for me. I’d gained nearly 2 stone in weight and that made me miserable. I had never tried hypnotherapy, didn’t know anyone that had, but thought that it could maybe help me to control my appetite, because I wasn’t always like this. Following the initial consultation, I was happy to trust Sarah to help me. And she did! It was incredible. The results were instant. I was back in control of my body and am happy again. I’ve lost 1 stone in weight, slowly, steadily but without even trying. I would recommend Sarah to anyone. If you’re not sure, uncertain about the results possible, give it a go. As long as you want to achieve the results, you will with Sarah’s help!  Miss Vazquez

I was a little sceptical that this form of treatment would work, but having been on and off diets for years and finding myself becoming easily bored and disenchanted, I was willing to give it a go, It wasn’t at all what I expected. I always felt comfortable and in control, and found Sarah very reassuring. After my initial sessions, I have been back for ‘booster’ sessions to keep focussed. This, along with following a healthy eating plan, has meant that I lost over 6 stone in 14 months. I still have a way to go, but have no doubts whatsoever that I will get there. Mrs Edwards

Before hypnotherapy, I would dread eating in front of people because I was so limited by the few foods I could eat. I hated eating out and often went hungry and had to make excuses at business lunches, weddings, etc. Now I don’t fear it and find it quite exciting trying lots of new foods. Mrs Wallbridge

After having decided that I needed to be serious about weight loss, I decided to try hypnotherapy, even though I was very sceptical about any possible results. I hoped that if nothing else, it would help me to learn to relax. To my great surprise, not only did I after only a few sessions find the will power to successfully lose weight (35 lbs), but was also able to project a better self image. Mrs Dure-Smith

The sessions changed the way I process my thoughts, and made me more aware of why I was eating when I wasn't hungry. I now feel I have more control over my weight. Mrs Buck