My interest in hypnotherapy began during my time at art college. I was already interested in psychology and communications within advertising and so I was curious about hypnosis too.

One day, I noticed a book about stage hypnosis that was tucked away in the reference section of the college library. It was fascinating and it soon became obvious that apart from being a form of entertainment, hypnosis was also a valuable tool in helping people with various problems or issues.

Although I was studying graphic design and advertising at the time, after reading more books and experiencing the benefits of hypnotherapy for myself, I also knew that I wanted to be a Hypnotherapist as well.

Following a few years working in various advertising agencies, I decided that it was time to do something about my interest in hypnotherapy and get some practical experience. I did some research into training courses and in 2006 I enquired about the foundation course with NCTH. During the first weekend, we had our first experience of hypnotising as well as being hypnotised and it was amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and so it was only natural to build upon the skills that I’d gained and do the hypnotherapy diploma too. Throughout the hypnotherapy diploma, I gained further experience in between course weekends by working with people with a variety of issues. By putting the theory into practice, it enabled me to be more confident once I passed the diploma exams and started working with real clients.

Towards the end of the hypnotherapy diploma course, I decided to create my own website to promote my business as well as various information guides and leaflets. Many of the people that come to see me have found out about me through word of mouth or they have seen my website. Promotion is a vital aspect of running a therapy business; you need to let people know who you are and what you do. Having a background in design and advertising has been an enormous help, but the course also covered essential information about running and promoting a therapy business, so there was something for everyone.

I find my work as a therapist very rewarding, particularly when just a few sessions can make such a big difference to someone’s life. Although some of the problems that people have are similar, no two clients are the same. Hypnotherapy is a continuous learning process and each session provides an opportunity to learn something new.

For more information about Vicki Crane please look at her website: www.vickicrane.co.uk

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