Jessie C. Way,
D.Hyp, CH, MNCH(Reg), HPD(NCH), CHNC Reg, GQHP, GHR Reg

I first encountered hypnotherapy in the late 1990s and was immediately drawn to both its depth and its efficiency. I was fascinated by how effectively it could support change — often in a fraction of the time people expect — and that fascination has never left me.

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Almost 30 years later, hypnotherapy remains a central and deeply rewarding part of my professional life. I continue to be inspired by its ability to help people reduce stress, rebuild confidence, and move forward with greater ease and clarity.

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I am a Certified Hypnotherapist (CH) and hold a Diploma in Hypnotherapy (D.Hyp), alongside the Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma (HPD), which is widely regarded as one of the most robust qualifications in the profession.

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My initial training was completed through the National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH) in the United States — one of the oldest and most respected hypnotherapy organisations worldwide. This training was delivered by Michael Hathaway, a Board Certified Fellow of the NGH and Director of the White Mountain Hypnosis Center in New Hampshire, USA.. The approach had a lovely lean towards Ericksonian and conversational hypnotherapy and formally introduced me to Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP).

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I later undertook further advanced professional training in London with Dr Kate Beaven-Marks, founder of HypnoTC (The Hypnotherapy Training Company). This world-leading programme significantly expanded my clinical skill set and led to the completion of the Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma, accredited by NCFE and benchmarked at Level 4 under Ofqual standards. Completion of this diploma also enabled my registration with the Complementary & Natural Health Council (CHNC), having met the National Occupational Standards required of practising hypnotherapists.

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Across my training in both the UK and the US, I have been schooled in behavioural, cognitive, analytical and regressional hypnotherapy approaches, allowing me to tailor sessions to the individual rather than rely on a single method.

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Alongside my hypnotherapy training, I studied a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, with a concentration in Mental Health and minors in Sociology and Philosophy. During my degree I was inducted into two academic honours societies with highest honours.

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Further professional development includes both basic and advanced training with Jack Canfield, author of The Success Principles and co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. This work deepened my understanding of motivation, self-esteem, goal-setting and sustainable personal change — principles that continue to inform my work with clients.

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My therapeutic focus

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At the heart of my practice is a strong commitment to relieving stress and supporting deep relaxation. In today’s fast-paced world, many people are functioning well on the surface while feeling depleted underneath. Hypnotherapy offers a powerful way to interrupt this pattern and restore balance.

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I also place great importance on confidence, self-esteem and resilience. Once these foundations are strengthened, meaningful and lasting change becomes far more achievable — whether the goal is personal growth, improved performance, or navigating a specific challenge.

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In addition to resilience-based work, I regularly support clients with a wide range of issues including sleep difficulties, weight management, performance enhancement, phobias, habits such as nail-biting, and more.

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If you’re unsure whether hypnotherapy can help with your particular concern, you’re very welcome to ask. And where hypnotherapy isn’t the right fit, I will always aim to guide you toward appropriate alternatives.

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Learning, developing and applying hypnotherapy in service of others is both a privilege and a responsibility. Ongoing professional development is not only a requirement of my professional memberships — it is something I genuinely enjoy.

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Thank you for taking the time to read. I look forward to connecting with you.