What is Hypnotherapy for Children?

Hypnotherapy for children is an interactive therapy that helps your child overcome issues through using their powerful imaginations.

Being in hypnosis is a natural state for children. They use their imaginations much more easily than adults and enjoy that day-dream state we call hypnosis.

A qualified hypnotherapist can help your child deal with issues using that day-dream state to their advantage.

For most children and young people this involves visualisation and storytelling.

Is hypnotherapy safe for children?

Hypnotherapy is a safe therapeutic approach to use with children and young people. The youngest recommended age to have hypnotherapy sessions is 6 years old. Please Note: The youngest age I would directly work with is 10 years. Children younger than 10 years I would recommend hypnosis recordings for.

It is important that the hypnotherapist you choose to work with your child is both qualified and experienced to work with children.

Common questions about hypnotherapy for children and teens, including session details and pricing information.

What is hypnotherapy for teenagers?

Hypnotherapy for teens is a gentle and effective approach to help young people navigate challenges, build confidence, and develop healthy coping skills. It involves using relaxation techniques and guided visualisation to access the subconscious mind, where positive changes can take root.

In addition to hypnotherapy, sessions incorporate powerful tools from NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and positive psychology. These tools help teens reframe negative thoughts, improve communication, and discover strengths they may not realise they have.

The goal is to empower teens to feel more confident, resilient, and in control of their emotions, helping them thrive both in school and in their personal lives. Sessions are always tailored to each teen's unique needs, ensuring a supportive and uplifting experience.

Where do sessions take place?

All sessions are held online via Teams. This allows your child to be comfortable in their own environment.

How many sessions will my child/teen need ?

The number of sessions needed will vary depending on the child and the issue.

When we have an initial consultation I will be able to advise the likely number of sessions your child may need.

Hypnotherapy has been shown to get results more quickly than talking therapy or CBT and typically the maximum number of sessions would be 6. However, most children and teens see results in around 4 - 6 sessions.

Specialist programmes such as the those for School Refusal have a set number of sessions. Please see the programme information for details.

As their parent should I be present in the session?

For younger child and pre-teens, yes you should be present during the session. Older teens may prefer to do the sessions on their own, the choice should always be theirs.

How do I know my child/teen will engage in the sessions?

This is common fear a lot of parents have, especially if their child has tried other therapies before. The best approach is to give you child/teen some sense of choice. If they feel they have a choice on the type of help they get they are more likely to be open to the approach.

It's my role to quickly understand how your child/teen may engage best. That said not all children and teens will engage. For this reason we always begin with an initial session before we agree to further sessions. This give your child/teen a chance to experience the session, what it is like to work with me, and decide if they would be willing to do more.

Hypnotherapy for Children and Teens

How much will it cost?

Sessions are priced by age and duration of session as follows:

Ages 10-11 years old Duration - 30 mins Price £57 per session

Ages 12-16 years old Duration - 45 mins Price £85 per session

Ages 17-19 years old Duration - 60 mins Price £95 per session

There are discounts applied for block booking after the initial session.

Please note: Specialist programmes such as the Calmer Teens Programme have set prices and are not paid per session.

Do you do in-person sessions?

No, all sessions are held online.

My teen is having counselling/therapy - can they do this as well?

No if your teens is currently undertaking other therapy is it best they complete that first.

My teen see's a psychiatrist, can they do this as well?

If your teen is under the care of a psychiatrist, you must firstly check with them that there are no contra-indications to your teen having hypnotherapy. When you book hypnotherapy for your teen you will be asked to confirm that you have checked with their psychiatrist first.

How often are sessions held?

Ideally we would look to have your child/teens first two sessions held a week apart. The frequency can then be moved to every two weeks if you and your teen prefer. Note: if your teen is part of the Calmer Teens Program the frequency is weekly.

My teen is on medication for their mental health, can they still have hypnotherapy?

If your teen is taking medication for their mental health it is important that you check with the doctor/medical professional that prescribed the medication that there are no contra-indications to your teen having hypnotherapy.

I have medical insurance/healthcare plan- will it cover hypnotherapy sessions?

Hypnotherapy is consider a complimentary therapy so will likely only be covered by those company's recognising the CNHC registration. Some healthcare cash plan providers that cover hypnotherapy include: Westfield Health, Health Shield, Paycare. Please note these companies may change their coverage so it is always best to check directly with them.

It is best to check with your provider prior to booking sessions, if you wish to claim reimbursement for your session payments.

Please note: I do not deal directly with health insurance/healthcare plan claims.

What ages do you work with?

I only offer personal hypnotherapy sessions for children from 10 years up to 19 years old. For children younger than 10 yrs old I would recommend either hypnosis recordings or parental hypnotherapy sessions.