My story

In 2006 I was involved in a critical road accident with traumatic life-threatening injuries. I was airlifted to hospital by the “Yorkshire air ambulance” and was very lucky to survive. Initially I was left with very little mobility, I sustained traumatic injuries, suffered severe chronic pain and permanent nerve damage in my legs and head, coupled with extreme emotional trauma.

I struggled to walk, sleep and operate my investment business effectively and in addition I had to cease my 40-year journey of Martial arts, and its true to say that at that moment in time I was devastated.

With no magical cure available, unfortunately I was facing a life of daily emotional trauma, coupled with taking powerful medication which gives extreme and unpleasant long-term side effects. With studying martial arts since childhood and being a former Royal Marine Commando to experience emotional trauma and having to take medications were against my principles.

I then suddenly reached a turning point in life, that moment when we know that we cannot go on doing the same thing over and over again, and desperate to take control I turned to the benefits of hypnotherapy.

What I discovered is that “The MIND” is instrumental in reducing and eliminating many physical & mental issues such as chronic pain, anxiety, stress, depression, phobias, addictions, anger and many more problem behaviours.

Hypnotherapy was so life changing for me and by educating and learning about the enormous power of the subconscious mind that after 20 years of running a successful investment company, I then eventually sold my business and set-up practice as a Clinical Hypnotherapist.

Hello, I’m Howard

A practising Advanced Hypnotherapist, bespoke Hypnotherapy training course trainer & Virtual Reality Simulation Therapist.
  • Advanced Senior Hypnotherapist – Oxford School of Hypnosis.
    (DHP.Acc.HYP), (YHT.Dip) & (SICH.D. Hyp) (DISTINCTION)
  • Virtual Reality Simulation Therapist.
    (One of only a few therapists in the UK offering this therapy)
  • Accredited bespoke Hypnotherapy training course trainer
  • Accredited Hypnotherapy Supervisor & senior practitioner
  • Paediatric Hypnotherapist for children – Enhanced DBS certificate holder.
    (Member of The International Society of Paediatric Hypnotherapists from around the world.)
  • NLP Practitioner (SICH CNLP) & (YHT.Cert. NLPS)

As a qualified and experienced hypnotherapist, I can help people to overcome their life’s debilitating obstacles.

I teach people to reframe their negative thoughts, behaviours, and emotions and make a real difference to people’s life’s and future happiness, rather than dwelling on the challenges they are facing.

The practice is insured to offer “Worldwide” Hypnotherapy & Virtual Reality Simulation therapy including America & Canada. Where as with most practising Hypnotherapists their ‘worldwide’ insurance policies exclude USA and Canada as standard.

Howard

How I can help you My accreditations & qualifications

Personal qualifications

Advanced Hypnotherapy Diploma
Oxford School of Hypnosis

3 x Clinical Hypnotherapy Diploma’s
DHP.Acc.HYP, YHT.Dip & SICH.D. Hyp (Distinction)

Senior member SMACCPH (ACCPH)
Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists & Hypnotherapists

The General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR)
• Advanced practitioner GQHP, ADPR
• Senior practitioner SQHP
• Acknowledged Supervisor

Paediatric Hypnotherapist for children
Enhanced DBS certificate holder.

Member of The International Society of Paediatric Hypnotherapists T.I.S.P.H
A global register of appropriately trained Hypnotherapists from around the world.

NLP Practitioner
SICH CNLP & YHT.Cert. NLPS

Virtual Reality Simulation Therapist
Accredited practitioner

Registered Professional Memberships

The General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR)
Advanced Senior practitioner & accredited supervisor (GQHP, ADPR, SQHP)

Senior Member – (ACCPH)
Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists & Hypnotherapists

The Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)

The International Hypnotherapy Association (IHA)

The International Society of Paediatric Hypnotherapists (T.I.S.P.H)

The International Hypnotherapy Association (IHA)

The Reiki Association (TRA)

Certified practitioner of other wellbeing techniques

Chronic Pain Management Practitioner

Kinetic Shift Authorised Practitioner

Psychosensory Techniques (PSY-Tap) Authorised Practitioner

Reiki Master Teacher Usui Shiki Ryoho & Tibetan Reiki

Thought Field Therapy (TFT) Advanced Practitioner

Weight Control Certified Practitioner

Fully accredited & certified

(Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists & Hypnotherapists)

Accredited Hypnotherapy Training Course Trainer

Member of The International Society of Paediatric Hypnotherapists T.I.S.P.H

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What our clients say about us

We’re proud to have helped people like you overcome their challenges

N K
N K
2022-04-18
Howard has helped me tackle anxiety which I have struggled with over the last 20 years. I had tried medication, CBT and counselling and nothing had helped. He has helped me to understand the power in my own mind to overcome my anxieties and be more positive. I have learnt to re-frame and stop overthinking and being negative. He has helped me to deal with some major life events that were haunting me. My family and I have seen a dramatic improvement in my mindset and the way I tackle issues that ordinarily would have resulted in debilitating panic attacks. Could not more highly recommend Howard.
ss b
ss b
2022-03-29
Firstly Mr Howard is very professional throughout the process. He looks after like a mother, he politely check if the techniques are being implemented with the clear understanding. He is very humble and down to earth in approaching very sensitive issues of the individual. He then designs the program according to the specific requirements of each individual. He changes his approach instantaneously if clients struggles to visualise or do something. I found him very dedicated to his work, he responds 24/7. Sends reminders, study material to bring positive energy in every aspects of life. God bless you Mr Howard. It is a blessing to have a mentor like you.
Janice Graham
Janice Graham
2022-02-07
On the 20th November 2021 I suddenly and from nowhere, developed Tinnitus - to say this hit me like a ton of bricks is an understatement. Howard, who can relate to the condition of Tinnitus, was able to completely understand my situation, and help me through it. We completed a session and Howard was able to calm my nerves and my racing brain by teaching me some coping methods through Controlled Breathing and Tapping. Howards calm and informative ways allows a person to understand what anxiety and stress is doing to their bodies, and how to overcome it. He very kindly sent me a tape to listen to for Controlled Breathing and Self hypnosis which has helped me immensely when I feel anxiety creeping up on me. Thank you Howard for the informative zoom session on Tapping, Controlled Breathing and Self Hypnosis.
Penelope Nanton
Penelope Nanton
2022-02-07
Have had many hypnotherapy sessions with Howard over the years. He has helped me through many difficult passages and taught me how to deal with stress and anxiety and taught me how to look at life with a different vision. Howard is always there for me when most needed if I slip backwards or if I am faced with a challenge. In addition to this his seminars are a great place to learn and continue learning. Thank you Howard for always being there and all you have helped me achieve.
Steven Howard
Steven Howard
2022-01-15
Howard treated me for ptsd and my stress was under control after the first session. His hypnotherapy technique made me feel like I’d had the best deep sleep I’d ever had and that was in an hour session! Unbelievable results that I cannot thank him enough for. I recommend Positive Belief to anyone with stress or anxiety problems like I had as an overworked paramedic.
Tony Charlton
Tony Charlton
2021-12-07
Having smoked for 38 years I have given up thanks to Howard's positive therapy. I gave up before our first zoom meeting and the whole experience has been inspirational. I'm a great believer that you get out of life what you put in. Well I can honestly say that in this case I have put some effort in but have got so much more out of the experience. If this helps just one person to give up like me then im happy . Many thanks Howard .
Manjit Dhillon
Manjit Dhillon
2021-12-06
I had been a “Yo-Yo” Dieter, been a “High Volume” eater and a “All or Nothing” person all my life. I lost the weight and then regained it as I never worked on how to lose weight and maintain WHILE eating healthy foods. Having gone through the menopause (losing focus , memory and gaining weight around my tummy ) I thought, that was it and I would never be able to lose weight again. Also I lived on” Artificial Sweeteners” and low fat foods for as long as I can remember. Howard kick started my healthy eating plan. He provided the structure, the accountability and techniques that helped to work with me to lose 20lbs in 6 weeks (while still feeling full and eating lots of food). I know that I was his toughest client. I now have everything that I need to continue on my own until I reach my goal. It is all sustainable weight loss. I no longer have any artificial sweeteners in my tea,( I had been looking for ways to give up on it for years). I had information overload about diets. Howard explained that stress was the biggest culprit and learning to work with breathing, tapping, coping techniques and hypnotherapy helped the body & mind work more effectively and in harmony to achieve the goals desired. Howard helped to be more mindful and calmer in the whole approach. Thank you Howard. You are a Star!!!
Elaine Conaghan
Elaine Conaghan
2021-07-02
Delighted with my progress in 6 weeks of working with Howard Ratcliffe I am mentally physically and spiritually transformed! Howard is a genius in motivational and intense support! Howard has monitored and supported my progress for 7 weeks over 16 hours a day 7 days a week . I’m in awe of his dedication to me snd I owe to him my success although he claims it is me!! I would highly recommend Howard, I will definitely be coming back for alternative treatments and I suggest if you really want to change your holistic self then you invest in Howard because he will genuinely be invested in you!.
Georgia Wilkinson
Georgia Wilkinson
2021-05-13
I had been suffering with chronic pain in my stomach for over a year, struggling with walking, sleeping, attending school and living a normal 16/17 year old life. After having countless tests, scans and appointments through the hospital and having no real results or diagnosis, I was getting more and more frustrated. The only thing I was advised to do was continue taking pain killers and seek support from the pain clinic to handle living with the pain. The only times, during this period, that I felt even a remote sense of relief from the pain was when I had acupuncture sessions. However, this only lasted for a few hours. This all changed after travelling to see Howard. My sessions with Howard were empowering, informative and life-changing. He was very knowledgeable and helped me to understand how the brain and body processes pain and stress. After the hypnotherapy, I was feeling the most relaxed and hopeful I had felt in a long time. He has a very calming presence and was both very professional and easy to speak to, making me feel at ease throughout. Now, over a year on, I am happy to say I have been pain-free since then, with only the occasional flare-up (of which I can control, using the methods Howard taught me). I regularly listen to the tapes that Howard has sent me and have integrated the methods and techniques he taught me into my daily life. I am very appreciative of Howard’s help and support, and I will forever be grateful for how much he has helped me to improve my life and health. I would definitely highly recommend Howard to anyone who would benefit from help and support in changing their life for the better, no matter how big or small their challenges may be. Thank you Howard 🙂
Flower Power
Flower Power
2020-12-15
After one virtual relaxation and meditation session with Howard I was able to sleep better that I had in months... a whole night of unbroken sleep and I feel like I can tackle the world again! It was great to be able to access this even with Covid-19 restrictions and I really look forward to my next session. Many thanks Howard.
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