How does it work?
Problem drinking is about much more than the alcohol.
I have been a professional therapist for over twenty years. I've helped many people change the thoughts and feelings that keep them drinking more than they want to.
Nobody wakes up one day and decides to become an alcoholic. Over time alcohol becomes the preferred way to deal with stress, loneliness, self-doubt, anxiety. It takes the edge off painful memories, boosts confidence, makes social issues feel easier. Eventually it becomes a regular habit, and then a way of getting through the day.
Heavy drinkers are not weak willed, or stupid. Most people with a drinking problem have no idea why they do it, and have spent years blaming themselves. Trying to fix it.
They have tried promises.
Rules.
Cutting down.
Pouring it down the sink.
Telling themselves "tomorrow will be different".
"I will start again".
'This time I really mean it".
Yet somehow they end up back where they started.
That doesn't necessarily mean you are flawed, or weak, or anything else. It often means alcohol has become a way of coping with something that has never really been dealt with.
Why can't I stop once I start?
Some people drink because they feel lonely. 
Others because it stops them overthinking.
Some drink so they can face social situations.
Some people feel they are being judged, and a drink makes it bearable.
Or maybe drinking has just become an essential part of a daily routine.
For some people there is no obvious issue. For some people there are many factors working together. Everyone has a unique story.
Are you ready to reduce alcohol?
Imagine what life could be like.
Waking up remembering everything clearly.
Going home and suddenly realizing you haven't thought about alcohol all day.
Starting your day without guilt or embarrassment.
That level of change is possible for many people. I doesn't happen overnight, but many people see the changes much sooner than they expected.
Some people want to give up totally. Others still want to be able to drink socially, or just get more control and cut down when they need to. The therapy will fit in with what you want.
What happens in a session?
In the first session we will explore what the underlying cause might be. Together we'll explore the situations, thoughts and feelings that seem to lead you towards alcohol. Think about when you drink, and what seems to start it off, looking for patterns of behavior, things that stress you out.
Every drinker drinks for their own reasons. So every treatment plan needs to be tailored to your personal sitation. Once we know what keeps the drinking going, hypnotherapy can help you deal with it more flexibly.
You don't have to work this out on your own.
Make a booking
If you are ready to change your realtionship with alcohol, I'd be happy to talk it over with you.
Every person is different, so every session has to be tailored to your exact needs. Success isn't guaranteed, but most people feel an immediate benefit. Sessions are available in my Upper Hutt office, or by videolink.
If you'd like to find out if hypnotherapy might help you, I'd be pleased to help.
