About me
Hello, my name is Lynn Mitcham and I use hypnotherapy, counselling and mindfulness to help people free themselves from unwanted habits, behaviours and feelings, allowing them to achieve balance in their lives.
A qualified hypnotherapist & counsellor based in Bournemouth
Some years ago, I became interested in hypnotherapy and counselling, and the sheer power of the mind. I studied with Chrysalis, the UK’s leading provider of counselling, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy training. I set up Sylvan Therapies in 2014 and work with people across Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. I strongly believe that “what the mind can conceive, the mind can achieve”.
I also work with children and young adults. Children are often more open to hypnotherapy than adults. I use hypnotherapy and counselling skills, together with other techniques such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy and neurolinguistic programming.
Contrary to its common depiction in TV and theatre, in which hypnosis is so often used for comedic purposes, hypnosis is in fact an altered state of consciousness in which one has a heightened focus and is more open to suggestion. You are not under the hypnotist’s control, and you cannot be hypnotised if you don’t want to be. Rather, your unconscious mind will be more open to changing and adapting certain behaviours, thoughts and feelings.
Hypnotherapy works well with other, conventional forms of treatment and medication. You should always consult your doctor regarding any concerns you have about your physical and mental health.
Professional qualifications
- Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills
- Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
- Certified Parts Therapy Facilitator (having studied with Roy Hunter)
- Hypno-Gastric Band Practitioner
- Certificate in Mindfulness for Anxiety and Depression
I am a member of The National Counselling Society and The National Hypnotherapy Society (both of which are accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register scheme), the General Hypnotherapy Register, the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council and the Association of Weight Loss Hypnotherapists
Where are sessions held?
Sessions are held in pleasant rooms at the Bourne Space, 23 Hinton Road, Bournemouth BH1 2EF, and at the Alchemy Health Centre, 154 Leigh Road, Wimborne BH201 2DB. They are relaxed and non-judgemental and you can be assured of a caring and confidential environment.
