Hello, I'm James
I'm a qualified clinical hypnotherapist registered with the AfSFH (Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy). Based in Bristol for over a decade, I've helped hundreds of people take back control of their lives — whether that's overcoming deep-seated anxiety, breaking free from unwanted habits, or building the confidence to pursue their goals.
My training is rooted in solution-focused psychotherapy combined with clinical hypnosis. I draw on neuroscience and positive psychology to help clients move forward without dwelling on past problems. Every session is collaborative, forward-looking, and tailored to the individual.
Outside the therapy room, I'm an avid cyclist and can often be found exploring the trails around the Bristol area. I believe that a practitioner who looks after their own wellbeing is better placed to help others do the same.
How I Got Here
A turning point in my own life showed me the remarkable power of the mind — and set me on a path I've never looked back from.
Several years ago, I went through a particularly difficult period — the kind that leaves you feeling stuck, anxious, and unsure of the way forward. A friend suggested hypnotherapy, and although I was sceptical, I decided I had nothing to lose. The results were extraordinary. Within weeks, I felt calmer, clearer, and more in control than I had in years. I was fascinated by how the process worked and why it had been so effective.
That experience changed the course of my career. I enrolled in clinical hypnotherapy training, completed my Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma at CPHT Bristol, and began seeing clients alongside my previous work. The results were so consistent and so rewarding that I soon made the leap to full-time practice. Today, helping people unlock their potential is not just my profession — it's my vocation.
Qualifications & Training
Your safety and confidence are paramount. Here's what stands behind my practice.
How I Work With You
From your first enquiry to lasting change, here's what you can expect.
Free Discovery Call
A relaxed 15-minute phone call to discuss what you'd like to achieve and answer any questions. No pressure, no obligation.
Your First Session
We explore your goals and I explain how hypnotherapy works. You'll experience your first guided relaxation — most people find it deeply calming.
Ongoing Sessions
Each session combines talking therapy with clinical hypnosis. We build on your progress week by week, always focusing on solutions, not problems.
Lasting Change
As new neural pathways strengthen, positive changes become automatic. When you're ready, we plan your path forward with confidence.
What I Believe In
These principles guide every interaction I have with my clients.
Evidence-Based Practice
I use techniques grounded in neuroscience and psychological research. Solution-focused hypnotherapy isn't mystical — it's a clinically validated approach that works with the brain's natural capacity for change.
Warmth & Respect
You'll never be judged in my practice. I meet every person with genuine warmth and an open mind. My role is to guide and support — the real work happens in your own remarkable mind.
Confidentiality
Everything discussed in our sessions stays between us. I adhere to strict professional ethical guidelines and your privacy is always protected.
I was going through a really rough patch — not sleeping, constant worry, struggling at work. James didn't dwell on my problems. Instead, he helped me focus on where I wanted to be. Within weeks I was sleeping better, thinking clearer, and actually enjoying life again. Genuinely transformative.
Anxiety & stress