Testimonials

It's been a truly fantastic experience, and one I wouldn't hesitate to return to

Before I began working with Tom, I was struggling with overwhelming stress in response to negative situations. My social anxiety was intense – I didn't want to be around others at all. I had also recently been diagnosed with autism, which brought a lot of emotional weight to process.

From our very first session, Tom made me feel at ease. Despite my nerves around social interaction and not knowing what to expect, his calm, friendly approach made a huge difference. As our sessions became more regular, I actually began to look forward to them. The routine was grounding, and being able to unpack the week's experiences in a safe, structured space was incredibly beneficial. The relaxation techniques we used were so effective and something I came to truly look forward to and value.

Tom is a kind, sensitive, and deeply understanding therapist. He helped me untangle the knots in my mind – it felt like a defragmentation process, where everything got gently sorted into the right boxes. I especially appreciated how thoughtful and attuned he was to my needs as a neurodivergent person.

Now, I feel noticeably more positive about life. I'm more resilient, more grounded, and better able to cope with whatever comes my way. I can wholeheartedly recommend Tom to anyone who wants to regain a sense of calm and control in their life. It's been a truly fantastic experience, and one I wouldn't hesitate to return to if needed.

Tom Cairns's solution-focused hypnotherapy? A thousand times YES!!

Before I started Solution Focused Hypnotherapy with Tom, my life and emotions were turbulent and in turmoil. Over many years I have tried a variety of counselling options and honestly thought – "Well, this is how life is and this is how I'm wired". How wrong I was. I am forever grateful to Tom for taking me on as a willing volunteer for his studies.

Tom's calm, reassuring and welcoming persona put me at ease from the moment he opened the door. His cosy therapy room became a weekly sanctuary. Sessions are a two-way process. I cried, and I roared with laughter too. Tom challenges but also supports with neuroscience brilliantly explained. Each week I was 're-wiring'.

Life is still turbulent because that's, well, life! But finally I'm harnessing my emotional maturity and the tools to choose how I respond.

Solution-focused hypnotherapy? YES! Tom Cairns's solution-focused hypnotherapy? A thousand times YES!!

It is no exaggeration to say he has changed my life

Since being diagnosed and treated for cancer, I was experiencing difficulty in being able to proportionalize negative thoughts and anxiety.

Tom creates an environment where you feel completely at ease, safe and heard. He has been invaluable in deprogramming my negative thought processes after the post-trauma of my cancer journey.

Through the series of treatments, I began to recognise a gentle shift and my ability to think positively and to manage my issues was being cultivated and rehabilitated. It has given me confidence in my own ability to cope and overcome difficulties in my life.

Tom has been quite integral in my mental and emotional convalescence. I genuinely cannot recommend him highly enough. It is no exaggeration to say he has changed my life.

Tom gave me the tools to retrain my brain

I have a high-demand job and life is generally very busy. Before seeing Tom, my stress bucket was quite full and overflowing, which impacted me and those around me. I could be very frustrated at times, which I would project onto others and meant I was not as available to people as I should be.

Tom gave me the tools to retrain my brain in a calming environment and self-help at home, which has made changes. I'm not as reactive in difficult, stressful situations, I'm noticing more of the good stuff, and I'm on a positive journey. Thank you Tom.

He has helped me feel more positive

Tom's sessions were extremely helpful in getting me through a stressful time in my life and I looked forward to them as a calm relaxing spot in my week. He has a lovely reassuring manner which put me instantly at ease. He has helped me feel more positive about things and I would heartily recommend others give his therapy a go.