Therapies

Hypnotherapy for Pregnancy & Birth
Hypnotherapy is excellent for preparing for both labour and birth. It combines visualisation, effective breathing techniques and positive suggestion.

Hypnotherapy bypasses the busy analytical conscious mind and taps into the ‘old brain’, the subconscious state. Although in a deeply relaxing state you are always in control, unlike stage hypnotherapy; no barking like a dog!

Jillian has been a practicing midwife since 1985 and a fully qualified Registered Hypnotherapist since 1999. She has extended this service with great success to include infertility, pre-conceptual care, sexuality, parenting, pregnancy-related issues & birthing experiences such as past trauma, baby and pregnancy loss.
Hypnotherapy is offered in effective and empowering 1-to-1 consultations in a safe environment.

Perinatal Counselling
Counselling is obviously not for all, but if you are feeling weighed down with worries, negative thoughts and anxiety then it may be a life-saver for you. Pregnancy, childbirth and parenting can be a difficult journey for some.

The provision of a safe supportive environment with an empathetic listening ear can be empowering and liberating.

As a trained therapist Jillian follows an integrative style of counselling. From her experience she has found that clients benefit most from a variety of different approaches and styles.

Whether a Mother or a Father, contemplating a pregnancy, having infertility treatment, or becoming a family, wherever you are in your journey Jillian is able to walk with you for a while.

Kinesiology
Kinesiology is muscle testing, and is a powerful tool to demonstrate the power of positive thinking.

Kinesiology is incredibly useful in helping women to find their unique positive affirmation or mantra for labour and childbirth. The techniques also identifies the most effective breathing pattern for individual women to maximise success for pain relief and coping strategies.

Jillian has been using Kinesiology for over 10 years both within group preparation classes, with couples and individual client-centred sessions. The results are amazing!.

Reiki
Reiki is so gentle, calming and relaxing, it is perfect for pregnant women, new mums and babies.

Reiki is a subtle gentle healing technique which releases blocked energy to create a state of harmony, balance and deep relaxation.

Jillian became a Reiki Healer in 1996. As a Midwife Therapist and Reiki Master Jillian has had the honour of attuning pregnant women into the art of Reiki Healing. This simple yet powerful process can be learnt by anyone. Mother and Father can treat each other and baby too!

Indian Head massage
This ancient Ayuredic form of healing is incredibly relaxing, “the ultimate chill pill for busy pregnant women and mums”.

An Indian Head Massage incorporates not only massage of the head, but also the face, neck, shoulders and upper arms, focussing on the muscles most commonly affected by stress.

The technique stimulates the circulation, releases muscle tension and improves the lymphatic drainage thus removing toxins.

Jillian completed her training in 1998 and has delivered several training sessions to both Midwives and mothers.

This therapy is suitable for a half session to re-charge ones batteries and makes a perfect gift for a pregnant woman or a new mum. Training is available for couples to learn to give and experience receiving the ultimate in relaxation, Indian Head Massage!

Bach Flower Remedies for Pregnancy & Birth
Bach Flower remedies are useful to restore a state of equilibrium into ones life by gently removing any negative states of mind and restoring a positive outlook. Bach Flower Remedies can help us to live emotionally healthy lives, to cope with the stress and strain of everyday living and the extra demands that pregnancy, labour and parenting throws our way.

Bach Flower Remedies are so gentle that they are suitable for pregnant women, women in labour and newly delivered mothers and babies. Jillian has used these remedies herself during first labour 17 years ago. Under laboratory testing the remedies appear to contain only mineral water and a trace of brandy as they are homeopathic in design. It is the subtle energy of the plant or flower that makes these remedies so effective.

Jillian completed her Bach Flower Practitioner training in 1998 following attendance of specific training on Bach Flower Remedies in Midwifery in 1997. One-to-one consultations are available, or you can book a workshop.