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Chronic fatigue syndrome, post-exertional malaise, hypnotherapy

Beyond the “Short Circuit”: A Mind-Body Approach to PEM, Long COVID, and Chronic Fatigue

For those living with Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) or Long COVID, daily life often feels like navigating a battery that doesn’t just run low—it completely short-circuits. This phenomenon, known as Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM), is more than just feeling tired; it is a complex physiological reaction that can halt recovery. However, emerging research into mind-body therapies,

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Stop Dieting Start Living with Krista Francis Hypnotherapy

Ditch the Diet, Embrace Your Life: How Hypnotherapy Can Set You Free

Are you trapped in a never-ending cycle of dieting, restriction, and disappointment? Do you dream of a life where food doesn’t control you, and you can finally feel at peace in your own body? If you’re tired of the “diet culture” merry-go-round, it’s time to ditch the diet and explore a revolutionary approach: hypnotherapy for

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Hypnotherapy to help you feel calm in the holidays

Conquer Holiday Stress: Your Hypnotherapy Survival Guide

The holiday season, for all its joy and cheer, can also be a minefield of stress, family drama, and unhealthy habits. From endless to-do lists to navigating difficult conversations, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But what if there was a way to sail through the festivities with calm, confidence, and a genuine sense of peace?

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Krista Francis Hypnotherapy

Post-Surgical Healing: The Surprising Power of Hypnotherapy

A few years ago, I had life-saving emergency surgery. While the surgical outcome was a complete success, my recovery felt like a constant struggle. I was used to being active and feeling strong, but afterward, I felt weak and worried I would never be able to return to my old self. Beyond the physical, I

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Hypnotherapy for Pregnancy. An image of a pregnant woman holding her lelly

How Hypnotherapy Supports a Calmer Pregnancy, Smoother Labour, and Stronger Postpartum Recovery

Pregnancy, labour, and postpartum are transformative periods in a woman’s life, often accompanied by significant physical and emotional changes. While these changes are natural, some women experience psychological and physical symptoms that can make the journey challenging. Increasingly, hypnotherapy is being explored as a complementary, non-pharmacological tool to help women manage these symptoms and enhance

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Hypnotherapy FAQ questions

Hypnotherapy Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

What is hypnotherapy? Hypnotherapy is a therapeutic technique that utilizes a guided state of focused attention and relaxation, similar to a trance, to help individuals address various issues, including pain management, phobias, and anxiety. During hypnotherapy, a client is guided into hypnosis a relaxed state where they are more receptive to suggestions, allowing them to access and

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The vast deep complex ocean

Functions of the Subconscious Mind

Meet me where the sky touches the sea. -Jennifer Donnelly Like the ocean, our subconscious mind is deep, vast, complex, and teeming with hidden wisdom and intuition beneath the surface. Our subconscious mind is responsible for more than 95% of our lives. Appreciating the functions of the subconscious mind can help us understand why we

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