Judith Stafford – Clinical Hypnotherapy Practitioner
My Journey: From IT to a Heart-Centred Practice
Welcome to Clevedon Hypnosis
With more than a decade of dedicated practice, I’ve supported many people through their most difficult moments. From devastating grief and bereavement to the invisible weight of chronic anxiety, low self-esteem, and the relentless struggle to break free from smoking and vaping—I understand what you’re going through.
I’m Judith Stafford, a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and NLP Practitioner in Clevedon and serving Bristol and North Somerset. Whether you’re seeking relief from deep grief, managing severe stress, rebuilding your confidence, or finally ready to stop smoking or vaping, I’m here to support you with compassion, confidentiality and clinical expertise.
I understand that seeking help takes courage. You don’t have to face this challenge all alone.
My Journey into Hypnotherapy
My introduction to hypnotherapy began with a personal breakthrough: I used hypnosis to successfully stop smoking. This transformation didn’t just improve my health; it opened my eyes to the incredible power of the subconscious mind. After seeing friends and colleagues find similar relief from chronic stress, I was inspired to leave a 15-year career in IT and engineering to retrain as a Clinical Hypnotherapist. While I valued the precision of my technical background, I felt a deep pull toward a more personal mission: helping people navigate their own internal complexities to create lasting change.
Today, through Clevedon Hypnosis, I provide a sanctuary for those navigating life’s most difficult transitions. I specialise in hypnosis for stress and anxiety, helping you “rewire” the subconscious patterns that lead to overwhelm and panic. This often goes hand-in-hand with my work in treating insomnia, where we work together to quiet the “busy brain” and reclaim the restorative sleep you deserve.
Finding Peace Through Loss and Life’s Major Transitions
For those carrying the heavy weight of grief and loss, I offer specialised grief and bereavement hypnotherapy. This is a safe, gentle space to process the pain of loss and find a way forward that honours your past while allowing you to breathe again. Additionally, I am deeply committed to supporting women through menopause symptoms. Through my work with The Ancient Wisdom of Women, I help you manage the physical and emotional shifts of this stage, viewing it as a powerful new beginning. I would be honoured to support you.
I believe in the importance of lifelong learning to better serve my clients. Over the years, I have completed advanced training in insomnia, menopause relief, and palliative care. My dedication to supporting people through all of life’s transitions led me to qualify as a Death Doula and become a member of End of Life Doula UK. Additionally, I have finally been able to pursue my lifelong interest in herbal medicine, obtaining a foundation qualification from the Heartwood Foundation to deepen my understanding of holistic health
How I can help
Hypnotherapy in Clevedon
At Clevedon Hypnosis, I combine hypnotherapy, NLP, and CBT to help you reach your full potential. Every session is tailored to your unique needs because there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to lasting change.
A safe, no-pressure space to discuss your future
I specialise in:
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- Stress, anxiety, and panic attacks
- Insomnia and sleep issues
- Grief, bereavement, and loss
- Confidence and self-esteem building
- Menopause symptom relief
- Palliative and end-of-life support
- Smoking and vaping cessation
I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable exploring your concerns. My approach is straightforward: I guide you to tap into your subconscious mind’s natural ability to create lasting, positive change. With the right support, real transformation is possible.
Why Choose Clevedon Hypnosis?
A Decade of Experience Rooted in Compassion and Science
Having worked in the field of hypnotherapy for a decade, I’ve supported countless individuals in their life transformations and overcoming challenges. My approach combines traditional hypnotherapy techniques with modern neuroscience insights. I’m committed to staying at the forefront of the field, regularly attending workshops and conferences to bring the most effective methods to my practice.
At the heart of my practice is a commitment to empowering clients to unlock their full potential. I believe in the innate ability of every individual to make positive changes and achieve personal growth. Whether addressing habits, anxieties, phobias, or enhancing performance, I combine compassion with proven therapeutic methods to facilitate lasting results.
Whether you’re looking to break a habit, manage pain, boost confidence, or simply explore the power of your mind, I’m here to support you on your journey. Together, we’ll unlock the door to positive change and help you step into a more fulfilling life.
Professional Standards & Qualifications
Your Safety in an Unregulated Industry
In the UK, hypnotherapy is not yet a licensed profession, which means anyone can call themselves a “therapist” regardless of their training. Because your mental wellbeing is my priority, I have committed to the highest standards of professional training and ethical practice.
I am a certified Practitioner with a Diploma from the Central Academy of Clinical Hypnosis & NLP (approved by the British Psychological Society).
My commitment to you is to stay at the forefront of therapeutic care. I am constantly updating my skills through advanced training to ensure that you receive the most effective, evidence-based support possible. Together, we will unlock the door to positive change, helping you step into a more fulfilling and peaceful life.
For more information on my qualifications, insurance details and data protection see The Terms and Conditions Page.
Advanced Specializations & CPD:
To better support my clients through life’s most difficult moments, I have undertaken extensive Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in:
Grief and Bereavement Hypnotherapy: Including specialized support for loss and palliative care.
End-of-Life Support: I am a qualified Death Doula (Foundation course completed with Living Well, Dying Well, UK) and a member of End of Life Doula UK.
Physical & Emotional Health: Specialized training in cancer care support, pain relief, and menopause symptoms.
Mental Wellbeing: Advanced techniques for insomnia, panic attacks, and severe stress.
Professional Memberships:
Registered with the National Hypnotherapy Society, General Hypnotherapy Standards Council (GHSC). The GHSC oversees the General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR)—the largest, globally recognised professional association for hypnotherapy practitioners. All registered therapists are vetted to ensure proper training and qualifications.
Testimonials
For years, my fear of water kept me from enjoying beaches and pools. I decided to take swimming lessons along with a friend, but this just triggered panic attacks. Desperate for a solution, I tried hypnotherapy.
Judith helped me overcome this fear, and I was able to commit to learning to swim and now, I can confidently wade into the ocean and even enjoy swimming laps in my local pool. Thank you, Judith, for opening up a whole new experience to me that I thought I had left too late to enjoy.
Thank you for freeing me from my addiction to tobacco. It’s now 5 months since the hypnotherapy session when I first became a non-smoker. I have not experienced cravings even in the first few weeks.
You made the quit smoking hypnotherapy sessions a soothing and positive experience for me. To anyone who may be sceptical about the effectiveness of hypnotherapy, I would say that I wanted strongly to stop smoking but had not managed to do so until you treated me