Melanie Cook Hypnotherapy & Supervision

18/06/2026

Sometimes the past doesn't stay in the past.

A smell, a sound, a situation and suddenly you're back there. Heart racing, body braced, reacting in ways that feel out of proportion to the present moment but make complete sense given what you've been through.

EMDR therapy - Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing was developed specifically for moments like these. It works with the brain's own natural processing to gently release the emotional charge held in difficult memories, so that what happened begins to feel like something in the past rather than something still happening now.

What makes EMDR distinctive is that it doesn't require you to talk through traumatic experiences in detail. The processing happens at a deeper level and for many people this makes it feel far less daunting than they expected.

Used alongside solution-focused hypnotherapy, the results can be profound and genuinely lasting.

Sessions in Bath, Paulton, Midsomer Norton & online.

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16/06/2026

A panic attack can feel terrifying even when part of you knows you're safe. 💙

The racing heart, the shortness of breath, the overwhelming wave of fear that seems to come from nowhere. In that moment it feels completely real and completely uncontrollable.

What's actually happening is that the brain has triggered the fight or flight response flooding the body with adrenaline in response to a perceived threat, even when no real threat exists. The brain has learned to react this way, which means it can also learn not to.

Solution-focused hypnotherapy works directly with the part of the brain responsible for that fear response, gently reducing its sensitivity over time and helping the nervous system find a calmer, steadier baseline. Alongside this we build practical tools for managing those moments when anxiety does begin to rise so that a panic attack loses its power before it takes hold.

You don't have to keep living in fear of the next one.
Sessions in Bath, Paulton, Midsomer Norton & online.

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13/06/2026

Did you know I hold sessions in Bath on Wednesday mornings?

The Practice Rooms, Bath is a calm, welcoming space right in the heart of the city and Wednesday mornings are a beautiful time to carve out something just for you before the rest of the day begins.

Whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress, sleep problems, low confidence, ADHD or something else entirely, solution-focused hypnotherapy offers a practical, forward-focused approach that works with the way your brain naturally processes.

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11/06/2026

🎉NEW DATE 🎉 for Group Supervision at The Practice Rooms, Bath - Wednesday 9th September | 9.40am

A brilliant opportunity to connect with fellow practitioners, share experiences and develop your practice in a collaborative, supportive group setting.

Spaces are limited, book yours here 👇
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09/06/2026

For the sceptics!

If you've been curious about hypnotherapy but not quite convinced, you're not alone. A lot of people come to me feeling exactly the same way.
And that's absolutely fine. You don't need to be a believer for it to work. You just need to be open.

Sessions in Bath, Paulton, Midsomer Norton & online.

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Healing space and time for body and mind…

08/06/2026

Next Thursday in Holcombe… limited spots 🥰

What a special evening it's going to be!

Solstice Sound Bath & Freestyle Movement
Wellness Therapy Barn, Holcombe
Thursday 18th June | 7.30pm - 9pm | £25

The summer solstice….in preparation of the longest day of the year feels like the perfect moment to pause, move and restore. We'll begin with freestyle movement on the mat so gentle, freeform and completely judgement free to shake off the day and drop into the present moment.

From there we'll settle into a deeply restorative sound bath, letting the resonant vibrations of the gongs carry you into genuine stillness.

A truly special evening to mark midsummer. 🌿

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06/06/2026

Group Hypnotherapy
Zen Rebel Studios, Midsomer Norton
Friday 12th June | 7.30pm | 1 hour | £15

A warm, relaxed group setting where you'll be gently guided into a deeply calm and restorative state. No experience needed, no pressure, just an hour of genuine rest and positive change.

Spaces are limited, book yours before they go 👇
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04/06/2026

What if this summer was your first as a non-smoker?

Smoking lives in the subconscious mind, wrapped up in triggers, routines and associations built over years. Willpower works at the conscious level which is why it so often isn't enough on its own.

Hypnotherapy works differently. In a single two hour session we work directly with the subconscious to remove the habit at its root by breaking the associations, quieting the cravings and helping your mind simply let go of something it no longer needs.

Ready to Stop Smoking sessions available in Bath, Paulton, Midsomer Norton & online.
2 hours | £250
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02/06/2026

Happy June!

If things have felt heavy, anxious, overwhelming or just a little stuck lately, I want you to know that support is closer than you might think.

Through solution-focused hypnotherapy and EMDR I help people to feel calmer, clearer and more like themselves again. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, sleep problems, stress, low confidence, ADHD or something else entirely. We work together at your pace, focusing on where you want to be rather than dwelling on the past.

June feels like a good time to take that first step as we head into the summer. 💙

Initial consultations are available in Bath, Paulton, Midsomer Norton & online via Zoom.

melaniecookhypnotherapy.com/book-now
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30/05/2026

Summer is almost here. ☀️
And already the mental load is building isn't it?

The holidays to book, childcare to sort, the pressure to make it all feel magical and memorable and the nagging feeling that you should be looking forward to it more than you actually are.

Before the season has even started, the overwhelm is already creeping in. If the anticipation of summer feels more exhausting than exciting, that's worth paying attention to. It's often a sign that the nervous system needs some support before the busyness of the next few months arrives.

Solution-focused hypnotherapy helps you step out of that constant state of alert and into genuine calm so you can actually enjoy what's coming rather than just getting through it.

Sessions in Bath, Paulton, Midsomer Norton & online.
melaniecookhypnotherapy.com/book-now
Healing space and time for body and mind…