Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

Hypnotherapy For Habits: Why Hypnotherapy Works Better Than Willpower

by Dan Regan | Dec 27, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

Hypnotherapy For Habits: Why Hypnotherapy Works Better Than Willpower

As January begins, you may feel motivated to make changes. It could be healthier habits, better routines or leaving behind some old behaviours. Yet even with the best intentions, these changes can feel difficult to sustain. That’s where hypnotherapy for habits can help you.

After the excess of Christmas, and with some extra time on your hands over the holidays, you may well decide that it is time to do things differently. You may start eating healthier, drinking less or exercising more. You are motivated and focused and things may start well. Then normal routines and demands kick back in and it feels harder to commit to change.

And some people only get as far as thinking they should change their habits and never even get started.

Changing habits can feel hard if you rely on willpower alone. You try to push along and you put effort in, only to end up back where you started after a while. Your mind works on pattern and repetition. In similar situations you are designed to do things in the same way as before. By simply relying on good intentions and forcing a change in behaviours you are not addressing how your mind works. After a while your focus and willpower get depleted and the same old patterns resurface. It feels frustrating and defeating.

I work with many people in Ely, Newmarket and Online who really want to change habits but struggle to maintain any momentum.

If you’ve ever found yourself saying that you know what you should do, but you just can’t stick to it, then you are not alone. This is where hypnotherapy for habits can help.

What to Expect in Your First Hypnotherapy Session

by Dan Regan | Dec 22, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

What to Expect in Your First Hypnotherapy Session

In this post, I’ll walk you through what happens in your first hypnotherapy session so you feel prepared, calm and confident — from your free consultation to the hypnotherapy experience itself.

Starting hypnotherapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’re not sure what to expect. You may not have seen a therapist before but someone has recommended me or you’ve read through my reviews. Or perhaps you’ve had hours of therapy and you feel no better so coming to see me seems like your last hope.

Either way, you may feel curious, positive, sceptical or slightly nervous before your first session. This may be because it is all new to you or it may be influenced by myths and misunderstandings about hypnosis.

It’s why I always suggest starting with a free consultation. We can meet in person, talk through how I work and how I can help you, and I’ll answer any questions you have. Once you go ahead we have a shared understanding and you’ll have already met me and seen my office before your first hypnotherapy session.

If you’re considering hypnotherapy and wondering what actually happens in a session, this guide will help you feel more prepared, reassured, and confident about taking that next step.

Wishing You a Merry Christmas

by Dan Regan | Dec 21, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

Wishing You a Merry Christmas

Wishing you a Merry Christmas!

It’s that time of year again…already! I’ve still got a whole load of gift buying to do and the clock is ticking down quite quickly to Christmas Day! Thank goodness for the awesome local Ely shops and Amazon.

I feel like I’m less organised than last year but think I’m just about going to get everything done on time. Luckily my girls are now old enough to just tell me what they want and I just need to add a few little surprises. Then there’s just the dreaded wrapping it all up to go! At least I can watch my favourite version of A Christmas Carol while I’m fighting the sellotape again.

This year I took the opportunity to go out and help Santa on his annual journey around the streets of Ely. The Rotary Club organises the annual fundraiser as part of their work to raise funds for local charities. Santa is pulled around on his sleigh each night through different streets. I remember how excited my kids would get when they were little and Santa was coming. You can hear the Christmas music before he arrives and they would be sitting at the window looking out for the first glimpse. Then it was run downstairs, shoes on and out to see him. It was a delight to be on the other side and to see so many excited children on our rounds (and a few very excited adults too!).

And here is the man himself:

Men Walking and Talking Ely Group

by Dan Regan | Dec 1, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

Men Walking and Talking Ely Group

Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting up with James Clements, who runs the Men Walking and Talking Ely group.

James has spoken openly and honestly about is own mental health journey. He was inspired to set up the Ely group after catching a segment on the One Show. Since then, the group has gone from strength to strength thanks to the ongoing endeavour, motivation and determination of James. If you are a man in Ely struggling with mental health issues, seeking to connect with other men or just looking for an evening out and a walk with others, then do contact James or join the Tuesday walk.

Men Walking and Talking started in 2021 in Telford. They run mental health walks, with the aim of bringing men together in a safe space to end the stigma around men’s mental health by supporting each other.

The Men Walking and Talking Ely group started in 2025. They meet at Barton Road Car Park every Tuesday at 7pm. James really is a lovely, approachable and friendly guy so do consider going along if this seems like something you might be interested in. There’s no obligation to go every week but it’s definitely worth giving a try if you can.

Recovering From Post Separation Abuse

by Dan Regan | Oct 26, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

Recovering From Post Separation Abuse

In this article, I’m covering healing and recovering from post separation abuse.

Post separation abuse refers to the continued control, intimidation and manipulation by one partner towards the other after the relationship has come to an end. The two people may not be in a relationship anymore, but the exertion of power and control continues as the perpetrator seeks to cause chaos in the other person’s life. It can affect anyone and usually takes place in private, hidden behind the false narratives that are shared by the abuser in public.

So many victims suffer in silence. They are worn down by the constant emotional and psychological abuse and controlling behaviours. One of the common traits of post separation abuse is to try and smear the other person, to try and dominate the views of others and isolate the target more and more. Some will turn their backs on the victim, many others will turn their heads and pretend there is nothing to see.

Post separation abuse is an ongoing pattern of controlling/coercive behaviour that continues after the end of a relationship. It’s all about an ex-partner seeking to exert power and control. There are some reports that suggest the prevalence of this form of, often hidden, abuse is increasing. For the target, it can turn post separation life into an ongoing nightmare of uncertainty, fear, despair and helplessness. In many instances, the behaviour intensifies as the ex-partner seeks to retain control and power, especially if they fear that you may escape their influence. Rather than easing over time, the opposite can happen.

Having endured post separation abuse myself, I believe it is important to raise awareness of this form of abuse and, in doing so, to aim to give others the hope and courage they need so that they too can heal, recover and move forward in their life.

How To Cope With A Smear Campaign

by Dan Regan | Oct 10, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

How To Cope With A Smear Campaign

Today I’m writing about how to cope with a smear campaign.

I’ve written before about how we overestimate how much other people think about what we say and do. Other people spend much less time thinking about us than sometimes we expect and imagine. Anxiety, low confidence and low self esteem can cause us to worry unnecessarily about failing or messing up in some way.

But what if someone or some people are talking about you? What if they are doing it to deliberately try and damage your reputation in the eyes of other people? What happens if they are posting untrue things about you on social media that everyone else can read? Hoe do you cope with a smear campaign when somebody, or some people, are trying to tear you down?

Imagine being aware of the whispers, hints and outright accusations about you. In a world of social media, false word spreads. It seems like people are shifting their glances and not answering your messages. You feel misunderstood, misrepresented and attacked. Not for things you did, but based on what others say you did. This is the painful power of a smear campaign.

I should know. I’ve been there. And if you are in this position, know that you are not powerless. The hurt, shock and confusion are real. But there are steps you can take to protect yourself, maintain your integrity and merge stronger. There is the internal mindset work you can do. And the external actions you can use to cope and rebuild.

Domestic Abuse Awareness Month

by Dan Regan | Oct 6, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

Domestic Abuse Awareness Month

October is Domestic Abuse Awareness Month. It’s a time to shine a light on a subject that sadly affects millions, often behind closed doors and in silence. Whether emotional, psychological, physical or financial, domestic abuse can leave deep scars, not just in the moment, but long after the abusive relationship has ended.

I’ve written before about post separation abuse awareness, something I have personally experienced and that often follows on at the end of an abusive relationship. Even before the post separation stuff, I was trapped in a very controlling relationship, which some would describe as being abusive.

Awareness campaigns highlight the signs of abuse and promote ways you can keep yourself safe and supported. However, it is equally important to talk about the journey of healing, and how tools like hypnotherapy can help you to regain control, confidence and calm after experiencing abuse. You can reclaim your confidence and find inner peace.

And this is important, because domestic abuse isn’t always visible. Many of the psychological and emotional impacts are internal and can be long lasting. Anxiety, low self esteem, PTSD, guilt, depression and even chronic feelings of fear or ‘being on edge’ can continue for months or years after the abuse has stopped.

I’ve worked with many clients who have left abusive relationships but who still carry the heavy emotional burden with them. Some struggle with flashbacks, nightmares or a constant sense of dread. Others have difficulty overcoming anxiety and with forming healthy relationships again. Those unhelpful patterns of thinking and feeling can leave you feeling stuck. And this is where hypnotherapy can offer gentle yet powerful support.

Hypnosis Myths

by Dan Regan | Sep 29, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

Hypnosis Myths – Hypnotherapy in Ely and Newmarket

There are still so many myths about hypnosis and hypnotherapy that continue to circulate out there.

In fact, one of the first things I tell anyone who comes to see me for a free initial consultation is that they should forget anything they’ve seen on TV or in a film. Most of it just makes me cringe!

Hypnosis is not about mind control or being made to do things against your will. There are no swinging watches or wacky practices involved.

Hypnotherapy is about using normal psychological processes in specific ways to help you to change and manage what is going on inside of your own head. Rather than being controlled by someone, you are learning how to orchestrate and direct for yourself the kind of things that go on inside your own head. If you were already fully in control over your thoughts, feelings and behaviours then you would simply change them in positive ways right now.

Hypnotherapy helps you to discover how to take charge of your own thoughts and feelings so that you can get on with your life in the way that you want to. And, even better, because through your sessions you learn how to manage, change and direct your thoughts and feelings, you will know how to keep things in a good place into the future.

Despite the ever growing body of science and evidence to support the effectiveness of hypnotherapy, many people miss out on feeling better because of the hypnosis myths they have been told. Rather than go with the myths, do look through the hundreds of articles and reviews on my website, or even better, come along for your free consultation and find out how you can start feeling more calm, confident and in control.

Post Separation Abuse Awareness Week

by Dan Regan | Sep 17, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

Post Separation Abuse Awareness Week

Post separation abuse awareness week takes place in September.

Whilst some relationships end amicably, many do not. It’s not uncommon for there to be some resentment, upset and bitterness when two people separate. It can be quite natural that no one has a good word to say about the other person for a while. But over time, these feelings subside and everyone gets on with their life. The past relationship becomes just an episode in your history.

However, post separation abuse goes way beyond this. Unless you or a loved one have experienced it, you may not even appreciate the levels of control, power, anger and upset that it is designed to generate against the targeted person.

This form of abuse refers to the continued control, intimidation and manipulation by one partner towards the other after the relationship has come to an end. The two people may not share the same room anymore, but the exertion of power and control continues as the perpetrator seeks to cause chaos in the other person’s life.

In many instances, the abusive power and control is something that was also a common theme in the relationship itself. Even if it wasn’t, the end of a relationship can generate all sorts of changed behaviour, emotions and mindset from the abuser as they move into the new dynamic and circumstances. It’s particularly common where there are ongoing shared responsibilities, such as children, property or finance, that mean that the abuser and survivor remain linked in some way.

I’ve helped many clients who are seeking help to find the assertiveness, resilience and confidence to deal with the abuse and to move forward within their lives. By calming the mind and emotions, you can find the inner strength you need to make decisions, remain resolute and find inner peace. It’s something that I have also experienced personally, where the only goal appears to have been to exert control and create a trail of fear, upset and pain.

Hypnotherapy for Horse Riders

by Dan Regan | Sep 16, 2025 | Hypnotherapy Hypnosis and NLP

Hypnotherapy for Horse Riders

Hypnotherapy for horse riders can help you to overcome riding anxiety, increase confidence and rediscover your love of riding.

I’ve helped many riders over the years to overcome issues around riding so they can feel calm and confident in the saddle. Some have had a fall and then worry about a repeat, especially if they were hurt when they fell. It may be that someone has a fear around going faster or galloping or there was a time when your horse got spooked and you felt powerless until they calmed down again. For others, their general tendency for worry and anxiety starts to spill into their relationship with their horse. And there are those who have struggled with performance anxiety around competing that stops them riding to their best.

You already know that your horse can pick up on your anxiety, doubt and tension. You stop feeling like you are the one in charge and in control. It all adds to the worry and overthinking as you find yourself making excuses not to ride and spending less and less time in the saddle.

That connection between rider and your horse becomes clouded by fear, anxiety and a lack of confidence. You might feel nervous every time you mount up, worry about falling or find yourself overthinking every movement. Everything around riding becomes flavoured with unhappiness and joylessness.

Whether something specific has happened when riding, or however anxiety and doubt have crept in, it is possible to interrupt the unwanted thoughts and feelings so that you feel calm, confident and in control when riding. You very much can get the fun, enjoyment and love back into your horse riding.

Hypnotherapy for horse riders can help you to take back control over your thoughts, feelings, actions and reactions. You can reconnect to your horse and your riding. You can reignite the inner confidence, trust and calm that helps makes riding enjoyable and rewarding for you again.

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