Some people don’t like that strange period between Christmas and New Year, but I love it. In fact it’s this bit of the Christmas holiday I look forward to the most, when Mr C and me can spend some time together, relaxing and vegging out after the frenetic activity of the pre-Christmas week.

We don’t tend to do anything special, just go on nice long walks either by the coast, or perhaps somewhere a bit nearer and come back to light a fire and eat some of the huge quantity of food we still have in the house. We have been trying not to watch TV too much, and this has actually been lovely.

After a challenging time in 2016, I start to think about 2017 and what I wish for myself and my family. I am not making any resolutions this year but I have decided to pursue my interest in writing, so I shall think about how I can make more time for this activity. I also begin to wonder about the new clients I shall meet, and how I am so lucky to have the privilege of meeting so many wonderful, inspiring people who are having to deal with the most difficult of challenges. I am also looking forward to using the new therapy tool I have trained in, EMDR (eye movement desensitization and re-processing) which is particularly good for dealing with trauma and PTSD.

Hypnosis will always be at the heart of my practice and I am consistently amazed by how transformative it can be. I am also heartened by the fact that it seems to be gaining more recognition from the medical profession. NHS mental health treatment, particularly in this region, is generally quite poor, so there is a need for the commissioners to consider a wide range of therapies.

I do hope you have all had a lovely Christmas and would like to send everyone my best wishes for a healthy, peaceful and happy 2017.

Wendy x