LOCAL hypnotherapist and stress manager, Marilyn Upton, says she was inspired to get into the industry after witnessing her mother’s own battles with anxiety and depression.
Marilyn, who has many years of experience as a hypnotherapist, meditation practitioner, cognitive behavioural therapist and stress management expert offers a range of services including group therapy sessions, in person one-on-one and Zoom sessions, as well as a range of courses and workshops.
“A defining moment in my life happened when I was studying psychology,” said Marilyn. “From what I learned, I realised that my dear Mum had had the symptoms of anxiety and depression all the time I’d known her -this was because her fiancé died at a young age. It was not diagnosed. But knowing this I was able to help her through the fog and encourage her to live life more fully. Her anxiety and depression had been holding her back.
“I made a commitment to dedicate my professional life to helping people (mostly women!) to rise above what their mind was telling them they couldn’t do. That was 25 years ago! It can happen for many reasons – besides anxiety and depression people develop phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, lack of sleep, worry, insecurity, and other conditions that hold them back from reaching their full potential. It is my privilege to frequently witness small miracles as people develop the courage to face their fears.”
The groups that Marilyn is leading in September include coping with anxiety, coping with depression and she will also be taking a weekly calming meditation session – for more detailed help, individual sessions are available.
For more information contact Marilyn on 07708 709330, visit www.marilyn upton-hypnotherapy .co.uk or email mjeupton@ gmail.com
