COUNSELLING

HYPNOTHERAPY

SUPERVISION

with Carolyn Gillan

In-person therapy in Plymouth, Devon and online

As an experienced counsellor and hypnotherapist in Plymouth, I’ve been privileged to see hundreds of people transform their lives for the better. When people overcome their difficulties, they don’t just gain a happier, calmer mindset, they become more confident, more energised and more focused on the things that really matter to them. They become free to choose more of the life they want to lead. I believe the same is possible for you too. Using a gentle and effective approach, I’ll focus on what you want to achieve so that you can enjoy a more fulfilling and happier life.

About me

Carolyn Gillan

BSc (Hons), AdvDipIntCouns, HPD, DHP SFBT (Hyp)
Counsellor · Hypnotherapist · Supervisor · Author · Lecturer

Specialising in obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

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Common conditions I help with…

Anxiety

My goal is help you get back to feeling like yourself again… or even better! I’ll work with you to help you overcome anxiety so that you can get on with living a happier, calmer and more fulfilling life.

Depression

Counselling and hypnotherapy are used to help lift depression. Using a combination of evidence-based approaches, I’ll support you in finding new ways to address your problems so that you can feel more confident, motivated and happier.

OCD

It is possible to recover from obsessive compulsive disorder or OCD. I’ve seen many people make huge transformations and achieve what seemed impossible… to gain control back over their lives!

Sleep Problems

Are you looking for help with your sleep? I use solution focused hypnotherapy to help people overcome sleep problems. When your sleep improves, you’ll naturally feel so much better – physically and emotionally.

Confidence

I’ll work with you to help you let go of unhelpful limiting beliefs or habits so that you can develop an empowering attitude which recognises and values your skills, abilities and experience.

IBS

Did you know that hypnotherapy is proven to be an effective treatment for irritable bowel syndrome? Clinical trials of hypnotherapy for IBS have shown that it can improve pain, bloating, disturbed bowel habit and general wellbeing.

Phobias & Fears

Phobias and fears can have a debilitating effect on your life. When you overcome that phobia or fear, you’ll feel such a confidence boost that you’re likely to see positive changes in other aspects of your life too.

Trauma

Depending on the type of trauma, it may be possible to resolve your symptoms in just a few sessions using a process called Rewind Trauma Therapy (RTT). For complex and multiple traumas, more sessions may be needed.

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Therapies

Counselling in Plymouth

I offer individual face-to-face counselling in Plymouth, Devon in a private and confidential setting. I’m trained in several evidence-based therapeutic approaches and will tailor therapy to suit you.

Hypnotherapy in Plymouth

I offer clinical hypnotherapy in Plymouth, Devon to help with a range of problems such as overcoming anxiety, conquering unwanted habits and learning to live well with chronic medical conditions.

Online Therapy

I use Zoom’s video-conferencing service to provide a safe and convenient way to offer online counselling or online hypnotherapy. Conversations via Zoom are encrypted to protect your privacy.

Rewind Trauma Therapy

Rewind Trauma Therapy (RTT) is an evidence based treatment for trauma, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and phobias. RTT is available both in-person at my practice in Plymouth, Devon and online via Zoom.

Clinical supervision

I offer one-to-one supervision for counsellors and hypnotherapists at my practice in Plymouth. I also offer online supervision via Zoom. Supervision gives therapists a chance to stand back and reflect on their professional practice to ensure they are working effectively, safely and ethically with their clients. Supervision is an ethical requirement for all counsellors and hypnotherapists.

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Testimonials

What my clients say…

Without Carolyn I would still be living a half life…

When I first saw Carolyn I was depressed, anxious and bogged down with my OCD. But steadily with Carolyn to help and support, I managed to see a different way of living. I managed to stop my compulsions, and control my Intrusive thoughts. I have a freedom in my mind that I didn’t think I’d ever have. I saw many different counsellors and therapists with little results, but Carolyn clicked with me straight away. She has great empathy, listening awareness, and has the skill of knowing exactly where I was coming from. She also knows her field thoroughly and is highly qualified, along with being the most caring natured. Without Carolyn I would still be living a half life, instead of having the freedom to be creative. I would highly recommend Carolyn to anyone that suffers with any ailment.

Chris Chant

Counselling Client

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