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Laurie Harvey Cognitive Hypnotherapist Godalming, Surrey and online UK wide 

If you've ever found yourself lying awake at night worrying about your children, replaying conversations in your head, trying to prevent problems before they happen, or feeling responsible for everyone else's happiness, you're not alone.

You say yes when you mean no. You apologise when you haven't done anything wrong. You smooth things over, pick up the slack, keep the peace. You're the one people turn to, rely on, and sometimes - if you're honest - take for granted. And somewhere in the middle of doing all of that, you've quietly lost track of what you actually want. If any of that feels familiar, you're not alone. And you're not weak. You're someone whose nervous system learned a very long time ago that kee

Feeling hurt, confused, or even used after being ghosted? Discover calm, empowering ways to rebuild your confidence, let go of self-doubt, and move forward with clarity and self-worth. Being ghosted can feel deeply unsettling. One moment, there’s connection, fun, engagement, plans, conversation and the next... silence. No explanation. No closure. Just a quiet absence that leaves your mind searching for answers. And sometimes, there’s an added layer - a lingering feeling of “

From the outside, you look like you’re coping. But inside, there’s a quiet pressure.A mind that doesn’t fully switch off. A sense of always needing to stay on top of things. And sometimes, the hardest part isn’t the feeling itself… it’s wondering what it says about you.

Many people lie awake at night wishing their mind would simply slow down. You may recognise the experience. You finally get into bed, ready to sleep, and suddenly your thoughts seem go around and around as small worries grow larger. Your mind begins running through conversations, responsibilities, and possibilities. "What if I said the wrong thing?" "What if something goes wrong?" "What if I forget something important?" The more you try to switch these thoughts off, the loude

Why Can’t I Sleep? Sleep Difficulties and Hypnotherapy in Godalming, Surrey Are you lying awake at night, exhausted but unable to switch off? Sleep difficulties are incredibly common. You may struggle to fall asleep, wake at 3am with a racing mind, or sleep through but still feel unrefreshed. Over time, poor sleep can affect your mood, focus, confidence and emotional resilience. As a Cognitive Hypnotherapist in Godalming, Surrey, I work with clients who feel frustrated - even