Hypnosis for Anxiety | Alex Saxton - Hypnotherapy in Bournemouth

How Hypnotherapy Helps Overcome Anxiety

Traditional talking therapies often focus on the conscious mind, analysing why you feel anxious. Hypnotherapy goes deeper by addressing where anxiety actually lives: in your subconscious mind.

By placing you in a deeply relaxed, focused state, hypnosis allows us to:

Rewire Anxious Thought Loops: Replace automatic “worst-case scenario” thinking with calm, balanced responses.
Calm Physical Symptoms: Eliminate nervous physical habits, chest tightness, jaw clenching, and sleep disruption.
Release Past Triggers: Resolve underlying emotional experiences or learned behaviours that trigger panic.
Build Practical Coping Mechanisms: Gain techniques you can use whenever life feels overwhelming.

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   mummy Moo 
 
 
 
  I have to say, Alex has worked wonders on my problem: from the very first session I was able to go shopping & not buy all the usual wrong things it was my habit to buy. I no longer buy, nor wish to buy, wine, bread, cakes, sweets & therefore do not consume them. I buy much more sensible food & cook fresh or have a slim-fast if not really hungry. It's almost miraculous & I am very pleased. I was not 'put under' or anything, it was all done through my subconscious. I'm very happy & grateful with the results.
  
 
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   Cat Hollick 
 
 
 
  Finding Alex was probably the best thing i've done this year. I suffered from insomnia for about a year, and had developed a phobia not being able to get to sleep which kept me awake with adrenaline surges through the night. I'd tried everything in the past, medication, doctors, therapy, all the sleep hygiene techniques they tell you to do, and nothing worked. I really had started to give up hope. Eventually my friend pushed me to search for a hypnotherapist, and honestly i wish I'd done it earlier. I was really nervous (and skeptical!) going into it, but Alex was calm, friendly and I felt better knowing that she had gone through similar struggles and could relate with what I was telling her. And trust the process! It's different for everyone but things started improving in week three for me and I've not worried about going to sleep since. I also had a nasty habit of grinding my teeth which seems to have got a lot less since my session with her on that. Thank you so much Alex, you will definitely be my first point of call in the future if i ever need help again x
  
 
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   Jamie Elm 
 
 
 
  I was suffering from dartitus. Its a condition that dart players can suffer which doesnt allow them to release the dart properly. With the help of Alex and her hypnosis sessions im glad to say i am now freeof dartitus. Alex helped me break down the barriers which was stopping me perfoming my best and help me address the underlying issues which led to dartitus. I would highly recommend Alex, i now feel excited to play darts again and free from anxiety.
  
 
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   Martin Swierkot 
 
 
 
  Great experience and what’s most important- it actually works. Thank you Alex :)
  
 
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  My daughter has been suffering with anxiety for a little while now and after some research into Hypnosis I came across Alex. After explaining the difficulties she was having Alex recommended 4 hypnosis sessions which I can truly say has been incredible. Dealing and managing anxiety is always hard but Alex and given her tools and with the hypnosis it has really helped. We couldn’t thank you enough. Sarah
  
 
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   Nicola O 
 
 
 
  I can not recommend Alex highly enough. She helped me so much with my severe anxiety. She is  professional, and very easy to relate to. She has helped me so much.
  
 
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   Hazel Pittwood 
 
 
 
  I have just finished 5 sessions of hypnotherapy with Alex to address my long term issues relating to food; these included eating past fullness, binge eating and mindless snacking. With Alex's expert guidance I have been able to address and manage these issues. I cannot thank her enough; after struggling with my eating habits and weight my entire adult life, after hypnotherapy I now feel in control and am starting to see and feel great results. I really wish I had tried hypnotherapy sooner and would 100% recommend Alex to help anyone who is struggling with any of the many issues she is able to help with. This has been truly life changing - thank you so much Alex!
  
 
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   Diana Watson 
 
 
 
  I consulted Alex with anxiety and IBS symptoms. I have found her to be sympathetic and very helpful with getting me back to going out and living a normal life. I would definitely recommend her as I now feel so much better and far more confident.  Please give Hypnotherapy a try if you are have problems as it is really invaluable with helping you get back to normal.  Diana Watson
  
 
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   Dawson Breed 
 
 
 
  I booked some sessions with Alex and Im very pleased I did as the way I dealt with stress was making me ill, but now after a course with Alex I'm much calmer in stressful situations.
  
 
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   Morgan Wills 
 
 
 
  After a year of struggling with OCD and going through multiple different therapy organizations, I finally found something that helped my OCD by going to Alex Saxton Hypnotherapy. It is a super easy process that just involves training your subconscious mind. It is not scary, affordable, and worth a try! I highly recommend Alex Saxton Hypnotherapy!

“After seeing Alex and having the four online hypnotherapy sessions I would highly recommend this form of therapy. It has completely settled my anxiety and overthinking leading to a much calmer mindset, where previously CBT had not worked for me.

Alex is a very warm, empathetic and friendly person and extremely easy to speak to.

The way the hypnosis is done is very clever, and not as you may think laying down in an unconscious state. It has a very powerful effect on the mind, and the way it is done, has enabled me to continue the technique myself.
Thank you so much Alex”

“I just want to say a huge thank you to Alex. I recently had two hypnotherapy sessions with her to help break a habit I’d struggled with for a very long time—and I can honestly say it’s been life-changing. The habit is completely gone, and I no longer have the urge to do it or even think about it.

Since the sessions, Alex provided me with some audio recordings and simple practices to use if I ever feel anxious or sense the habit returning—but thankfully, I haven’t needed them.

I’m so grateful for her help and would absolutely recommend her to anyone considering hypnotherapy.”

I’m incredibly grateful to Alex for the support she’s given me over the past few months. We focused on two major challenges: my claustrophobia and my anxiety around others caring for my children.

I struggled with intense anxiety whenever someone else looked after my children — regardless of who it was, I would immediately imagine the worst.

Alex not only guided me through the entire process with patience and clarity, but she also made me feel completely at ease. I didn’t know much about how it would all work at first, but her ability to explain things and help me move forward was brilliant.

It’s honestly been life-changing. Thank you so much, Alex!

Anxiety Symptoms We can Help

Anxiety manifests differently for everyone. Whether your anxiety shows up in daily life or in specific triggers, hypnotherapy provides tailored support for:

General Anxiety & Chronic Overthinking: Constant worrying about the future, health, or loved ones.
Panic Attacks & Agoraphobia: Rapid heart rate, hyperventilation, or fear of leaving safe environments.
Social Anxiety & Low Confidence: Self-doubt in group settings, fear of judgment, or public speaking anxiety.
Anxiety-Driven Habits: Emotional eating, nail-biting, or teeth grinding caused by stress.
Sleep Issues & Insomnia: Racing Thoughts that prevent you from falling or staying asleep.

Why Choose Alex Saxton for Anxiety Hypnotherapy

Psychology Degree & 15+ Years Experience:

A background in psychology from the University of Warwick combined with over a decade of specialist hypnotherapy practice.

Personal Empathy

Having personally experienced anxiety earlier in life, I offer a gentle, warm, and non-judgmental environment where you feel fully supported.

Registered & Accredited

Accredited by the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH) and General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR)

Flexible Therapy Options

Choose between relaxing in-person sessions locally and convenient online video sessions.

Get a Consultation

If you’re unsure whether hypnosis is right for you, a consultation is the perfect first step. It’s a relaxed, no‑pressure conversation where you can share what you’re struggling with, ask questions, and get a clear sense of how I can help. Together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back and outline a personalised plan to help you feel calmer, more in control, and more yourself again.