How Can Hypnotherapy Help with ADHD?
Executive Functioning
Support with motivation, procrastination, focus, task initiation and following through on tasks.
Self-esteem
Explore limiting beliefs, resilience and identity healing.
Sleep & Relaxation
Help with winding down and bed time routines.
Study & Performance
Improve exam confidence, motivation and preparation.
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Emotional Dysregulation
Manage emotional responses, anger and rejection sensitivity.
Anxiety and Overwhelm
Develop strategies for overthinking, stress management and relaxation.
What is Hypnotherapy and what makes our ADHD approach different?
Hypnotherapy for ADHD is a therapeutic approach that uses tailored relaxation techniques to guide your mind into a deeply receptive state, where positive suggestions can support the reshaping of unhelpful thought patterns, emotional responses and behaviours associated with ADHD.
At Bright Star, we understand that ADHD affects everyone differently. Our hypnotherapy sessions are personalised to each individual’s needs, recognising differences in attention, sensory preferences, emotional regulation and personal experiences.
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Shorter, Engaging Exercises: Techniques adapted to suit attention and concentration differences.
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ADHD-informed Language: Clear, direct suggestions without overwhelming instructions.
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Personalised Visualisations: Imagery, storytelling and sensory-based techniques tailored to how you think.
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Practical Strategies: Helping you apply what you’ve explored in sessions to everyday situations.
The Hypnotherapy Process
INITIAL SESSION
During your first session, in person or via Zoom, we discuss your concerns, goals and possible underlying causes. Followed by your first personalised hypnotherapy session.
FOLLOW-UP-SESSIONS
Ongoing hypnotherapy explores your concerns in greater depth and provides personalised strategies to support lasting change between sessions.
CONNECT
We begin with a phone or email consultation to get to know you, understand your needs, discuss your goals and establish whether hypnotherapy is suitable for you.
COMPLETING THERAPY
After reaching your goals, we review your progress. You keep your personalised hypnotherapy recordings to support lasting wellbeing.
Bright Star offers personalised hypnotherapy for ADHD in person throughout the East Sussex and Kent area, with online sessions available via Zoom to clients across the rest of the UK.
Hypnotherapy for ADHD Prices
Initial Hypnotherapy Appointment
Explore the main issues you’re experiencing, identify possible underlying causes, set clear goals and complete your first personalised hypnosis session.
£150
Follow-up-appointment
A personalised hypnosis session focused on supporting your goals and continuing your progress.
£120
Your Practitioner
Terri Berkely-Cornner is a qualified Hypnotherapist, Clinical ADHD Nurse Specialist and Prescriber. She brings over 20 years of experience in mental health services, gained through her work in both the NHS and private practice. As an experienced Hypnotherapist, she offers ADHD hypnotherapy for adults, teenagers and children aged 12 and over.
Terri provides a supportive, welcoming and non-judgemental environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves. She takes the time to listen, understand each person’s individual needs, and help them feel heard and valued.
Safeguarding is central to Terri’s work. She follows clear safeguarding procedures, maintains professional boundaries, protects confidentiality within its legal limits, and takes appropriate action if someone may be at risk of harm.
FAQ
How many hypnotherapy sessions for ADHD will I need? The number of hypnotherapy sessions for ADHD varies depending on your goals, needs and progress. Most clients benefit from around 4 to 6 sessions, though the number may vary.
Does hypnotherapy cure ADHD? No. Hypnotherapy does not cure ADHD or replace medical treatment. It may help you develop strategies for managing particular challenges associated with ADHD, such as focus, overwhelm, confidence, emotional regulation and more.
Can everyone be hypnotised, and will hypnotherapy for ADHD work for me? Most people can experience hypnosis if they are willing, able to relax and engage with the process. Results vary from person to person, but hypnotherapy can be helpful for many people when tailored to their needs.
Is hypnotherapy safe and suitable for everyone with ADHD? Hypnotherapy for ADHD is generally considered safe when delivered by a suitably qualified and experienced practitioner. However, it may not be suitable for everyone. Suitability is discussed during the initial consultation, allowing you to ask questions and discuss your individual circumstances before deciding whether to proceed.
Is hypnotherapy appropriate for children with ADHD? Hypnosis may be suitable for some children with ADHD, depending on their age, individual needs and ability to engage. Sessions are carefully adapted to be safe, gentle and age-appropriate.
Can hypnotherapy for ADHD be used alongside medication or other support? Hypnotherapy for ADHD can often complement prescribed medication, counselling, coaching and other support. It should not replace medical treatment. Speak to your doctor or healthcare professional before starting hypnotherapy, and keep them informed about your treatment.
Contact Us
Address
6 Tillington Terrace
Hastings, TN35 5JS
By appointment only
Contact
07765 637944
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Terri, ADHD Assessor & Medication Prescriber
Bright Star ADHD Assessment Room