Hello
I am a fully qualified mental health trainer, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Stress Management Consultant, Coach, NLP Practitioner and EMDR Practitioner based in Redditch, Worcestershire.
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I started the Mind Loft when… I received hypnotherapy myself many years ago, which allowed me to let go of years of emotions that had built up gradually over time.
Once my mind was finally able to clear, I was able to see things in their true perspective and I realised that what I actually loved to do best was to help people who felt just like I did!
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I aim to help people by... giving them the tools and confidence to help themselves. Everyone is different, so by using a blend of approaches, each person can select what works for them best.
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By the end of their journey, my aim is that they have built up resilience for those times when life is difficult, let go of the weight of the past, are able to let go of what isn’t within their control, and have sky high confidence and motivation to take them to where they want to be in life.
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I love... seeing people evolve. It's incredible to watch as individuals release the burden of past thoughts, feelings, and emotions that have held them back, sometimes for years. Whether I'm working with someone individually, facilitating a small group, or speaking at a conference, I thrive in environments where I can genuinely impact someone's journey.
My Story
My journey to becoming is quite a personal one, starting in the world of HR, recruitment, training, and employee well-being. For years, I had the privilege of working with all sorts of people in so many different environments, from the bustling offices of big international corporations to the close-knit teams in small family businesses, and even in the incredibly rewarding (and sometimes challenging) fostering sector. Every role taught me something new about what makes people tick, what holds them back, and what helps them thrive.
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But during this time, something truly shifted for me. I was going through my own personal challenges and decided to try hypnotherapy, and I was blown away by the impact. It was like shedding layers of old thoughts, feelings, and self-limiting beliefs that I didn't even realize I was carrying. Years, sometimes decades, of emotional baggage just started to lift, and it felt incredibly liberating.
That experience wasn't just a turning point for me personally; it ignited a deep passion to help others find that same sense of freedom.
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So, I decided to retrain as a mental health practitioner, and it's been the most fulfilling decision. I've since specialized in working with anxiety and trauma-related symptoms, and I absolutely love helping my clients discover their very own "recipe for success." I truly believe there's no one-size-fits-all solution, and it's a privilege to guide people in finding what works for them.
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What makes me truly happy is connecting with individuals during one-to-one sessions, seeing those 'aha!' moments happen.
But I am equally as fulfilled by bringing my past experiences of training full circle. That means I love visiting schools to support students, helping them navigate their own challenges, and working with businesses through consultancy to foster healthier, more supportive workplaces and leading the various mental health groups I run. It's about taking everything I've learned and making a positive difference wherever I can.
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Laura x