For the moments you feel anxious, overwhelmed, and not quite yourself
Helping you feel like yourself again
Gentle, integrative support for a calmer, more balanced mind and body, especially during times of hormonal change
Hypno CBT Norwich
Hi, I'm Laura.
I help women retrain their nervous system’s response to anxiety, so that old patterns no longer feel so automatic. I also specialise in women’s mental health and supporting women who experience new or unexpected anxiety during times of hormonal change, including perimenopause and menopause. Many of the women I work with say they don’t feel like themselves anymore, or that what used to help just isn’t working. Sometimes the mind understands that something is no longer a threat, but the body continues to respond as if it is. We can gently work with these patterns, helping you develop new ways of responding and feel more calm, steady and in control. You’re not alone in that, and things can begin to feel easier with the right support.
My approach brings together a background in genetics (PhD), psychology (MSc), Lifestyle Medicine, CBT hypnotherapy, and EMDR training, alongside holistic, mind–body approaches. I work in an integrative way to help you understand what’s happening and gently find your way back to feeling more like yourself again. I offer integrative anxiety therapy in Norwich and online, adapting our work to what feels most helpful for you.
Anxiety Therapy in Norwich & Online
You might be experiencing:
- Busy thoughts or difficulty switching off
- Feeling tense, restless, or on edge most of the time
- Sleep difficulties or a busy mind at night
- Worry that feels hard to control or step away from
- Avoiding situations that used to feel manageable
- Feeling unlike yourself, especially during times of change or transition
If you recognise yourself in these experiences, anxiety therapy in Norwich and online can help you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions and behaviours, explore patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, and develop new ways of responding.
I work with mild to moderate anxiety and will always guide you to the right support if you need something more specialist.
What changes when anxiety begins to shift...
When anxiety starts to settle, people often notice:
- A quieter, less reactive mind
- An ability to pause and choose not to worry
- More emotional steadiness in daily life
- Improved sleep and physical relaxation
- Greater confidence in handling situations
- A stronger sense of feeling like yourself again
The goal isn’t to eliminate anxiety completely, it is to change your relationship with it, so you are calmer, more in control and enjoy life more.
Therapy in Norwich and Online
I offer both…
In-person therapy in Norwich
The therapy room is designed to feel calm, private, and supportive, somewhere you can take a breath and talk openly without feeling rushed. Many people find that being in a physical space, away from home, helps them focus more fully on themselves and the process.
Anxiety Therapy Online
Flexible sessions from the comfort of your own home, allowing you to access support wherever you are. Both options provide the same level of care, giving you the freedom to choose what feels right for you.
Location
Sessions take place in a small village close to Norwich in a private, comfortable setting, with easy parking. Directions available on booking.
How I work - My Approach
My approach is integrative, meaning we look at your wellbeing as a whole rather than focusing on just one aspect.
I draw on a range of psychological approaches, including cognitive and behavioural techniques, acceptance and mindfulness-based tools, hypnotherapy and EMDR in Norwich, where appropriate. Alongside this, I may offer gentle lifestyle guidance, such as support around nutrition, daily habits, and nervous system regulation. This integrative approach to anxiety therapy in Norwich allows us to tailor the work to what feels most helpful for you.
This allows our work together to be tailored to your individual experiences, goals and what feels most relevant for you. Rather than following a fixed method, I adapt our sessions to help you better understand what is happening beneath the surface and develop ways to feel more steady, calm and in control.
What is a 1:1 therapy session?
A session is a calm, confidential space where you can talk through what’s been feeling difficult and begin to make sense of what’s going on.
We’ll gently explore what you’ve been experiencing day to day, how it’s affecting your thoughts, emotions, and physical wellbeing. From there, I’ll guide the session at a pace that feels comfortable for you, helping you feel more grounded and clear.
Where helpful, I may introduce simple tools or techniques to support anxiety regulation, emotional balance, and a greater sense of calm.
- Sessions last 50 minutes and cost £60.
- Packages of 4 sessions are available at £200.
What is CBT hypnotherapy?
CBT hypnotherapy combines elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with guided hypnosis and relaxation techniques. CBT focuses on understanding the thoughts, patterns and behaviours that may be contributing to anxiety or emotional overwhelm, while hypnosis can help support relaxation, nervous system regulation and bigger emotional change. For many people, this is more effective than CBT alone. Together, they can provide a calm, supportive approach for working with anxiety, stress, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
What is lifestyle medicine?
Lifestyle medicine is an evidence-based approach that focuses on how everyday factors such as sleep, stress, nutrition, movement, social connection and nervous system regulation can have a powerful impact on both mental and physical health.
Changes in these areas can make a difference to how you feel and protect against chronic diseases. Research also shows that your lifestyle can influence how your body responds to stress over time. These factors can be powerful supports alongside psychological therapy, helping you build resilience and feel more balanced day to day.
While medical treatment is sometimes important, making gentle, realistic lifestyle changes can support recovery, improve resilience, and help you feel more balanced day to day.
Why this combination?
Anxiety is rarely caused by one single factor. The way we think, our past experiences, our nervous system, our lifestyle, and periods of change such as perimenopause and menopause can all influence how we feel.
Lifestyle medicine helps us understand the everyday factors that can support mental and physical wellbeing, such as sleep, nutrition, movement and stress regulation. However, knowing what changes might help and actually making those changes are two different things.
Psychological approaches such as CBT, hypnotherapy and mindfulness can help us understand the patterns that keep us stuck, change unhelpful responses, and make realistic changes that last.
By bringing these approaches together, we can look at the bigger picture of your anxiety and create a personalised approach to help you feel calmer and more balanced.
Begin Your Journey Back to Feeling Like Yourself
Book your appointment and see if integrative anxiety therapy in Norwich feels right for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need anxiety therapy?
You do not need to have a diagnosis or feel that things have reached a crisis point before seeking support. Many of the women I work with come because they feel more anxious than usual, overwhelmed, or unlike themselves and want to understand what is happening.
Therapy can help you explore the patterns behind anxiety and develop new ways of responding.
What happens in a therapy session?
A session is a calm space where you can talk about what’s been going on for you. I will listen and gently guide the conversation. We may also explore simple ways to help you feel more relaxed and in control.
Do I need to prepare anything?
No, you don’t need to prepare anything. You can just come as you are and talk about whatever feels important to you.
Is everything I say confidential?
Yes, therapy is private and confidential. This means you can speak openly and safely. I will explain this clearly before we begin.
How many sessions will I need?
It’s different for everyone. Some people come for a few sessions, while others prefer longer support. We can decide together what feels right for you.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of anxiety?
Yes. Anxiety can affect your body as well as your mind. You might feel tense, restless, or have trouble sleeping. Anxiety therapy in Norwich can help you feel more calm in both your mind and body.
Do you offer in-person therapy in Norwich?
Yes, I offer in-person therapy in Norwich in a calm and private space where you can talk comfortably. I also offer anxiety therapy online. This means you can have sessions from home if that feels easier for you.
Can therapy help with anxiety during hormonal changes?
Yes, I support women who notice anxiety during hormonal changes. This can feel sudden or unfamiliar, but therapy can help you feel more balanced again.
How do I know if anxiety therapy is right for me?
You do not need to have a diagnosis or feel that things have reached a crisis point before seeking support. Many of the women I work with come because they feel more anxious than usual, overwhelmed, or unlike themselves and want to understand what is happening.
Therapy can help you explore the patterns behind anxiety and develop new ways of responding.
Can anxiety be linked to hormonal changes?
Yes. Some women experience new or unexpected anxiety during times of hormonal change, including perimenopause and menopause.
These experiences can feel confusing, especially if anxiety is something you have not struggled with before. Therapy can help you understand the factors contributing to how you feel and explore approaches that support emotional wellbeing.
Do I need CBT, hypnotherapy or another type of therapy?
Not necessarily. Everyone’s experience of anxiety is different, which is why I work integratively rather than following one fixed approach.
Depending on your needs, sessions may draw on CBT approaches, hypnotherapy, mindfulness-based techniques, EMDR, and lifestyle medicine principles.
Can therapy help if I understand my anxiety but still struggle to change it?
Yes. Many people are very aware of their thoughts and patterns but still find themselves reacting in the same ways.
Therapy can help you explore automatic patterns and develop new ways of responding, so that understanding can translate into meaningful change.
How do I get started?
Starting therapy begins with a conversation. A free 15-minute introductory call gives you the chance to ask questions, share what you are looking for support with, and see whether working together feels like the right fit.
