Hi - My name is Andy Selway-Woolley (he/him) and I am a fully qualified Clinical Solution Focused Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist. I run HeadFirst Hypnotherapy, based in Upper Heyford (near Bicester), Oxfordshire.

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Overcoming your fear of driving can significantly improve your quality of life. You'll gain the freedom to explore, the ability to tackle new opportunities, and the joy of stress-free journeys.

Imagine the sense of achievement and independence you'll feel as you become a confident driver, free from the constraints of driving related fear / anxiety.

For many, the thought of getting behind the wheel can trigger a wave of anxiety and fear, making the simple act of driving a daunting task.

I won’t know the roads? where will I park? will there be too many roundabouts? = overwhelm and stress etc etc - sound familiar?

But what if you could approach driving with confidence and calmness?

Imagine the freedom and opportunities that would open up for you. From visiting loved ones more often to embarking on road trips, the world would be your oyster.

If driving fear / anxiety is holding you back, it's time to explore how Solution Focused Hypnotherapy could be your pathway to a more liberated life.

Understanding Your Fear

At the heart of driving anxiety often lies a deep-rooted fear response, a primal mechanism designed to protect us from harm.

However, when this response is triggered inappropriately, it can lead to overwhelming feelings of fear and anxiety, even in safe driving situations.

This is where the intricacies of our brain play a pivotal role, particularly two areas: the amygdala and the hippocampus.

The amygdala is our alarm system, initiating the fight, flight, or freeze response when we perceive a threat.

Meanwhile, the hippocampus stores all of our learned behaviours and memories, including those inappropriate habits and reactions we've developed over time.

The Role of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy

Solution Focused Hypnotherapy offers a beacon of hope for those struggling with driving fear / anxiety. By focusing on the present and future rather than dwelling on the past, it encourages positive thinking and problem-solving.

This therapeutic approach involves a process called reframing, where negative thoughts and perceptions are transformed into positive ones.

This can be incredibly powerful in managing the fight, flight, or freeze response, helping to calm the mind and reduce anxiety.

During hypnotherapy sessions, you'll learn to understand your anxiety better, recognising how your amygdala and hippocampus contribute to your fears.

Through guided relaxation and positive visualisation, Solution Focused Hypnotherapy helps retrain your brain to respond to driving situations with calmness and confidence, instead of fear and anxiety.

By altering these deep-seated neural pathways, you're not just masking the symptoms of anxiety; you're addressing the root cause and making lasting changes.

Transform Your Life

Overcoming your fear of driving can significantly improve your quality of life. You'll gain the freedom to explore, the ability to tackle new opportunities, and the joy of stress-free journeys.

Imagine the sense of achievement and independence you'll feel as you become a confident driver, free from the constraints of fear and anxiety.

Take the First Step

If you're ready to leave driving fear / anxiety in the rear-view mirror, I invite you to take the first step towards a more confident and liberated life.

Join me for a FREE 45 Minute Initial Consultation/Discovery Session. This no-obligation session is an opportunity for us to discuss your specific challenges and how Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help you.

Together, we'll map out a path to a calmer, more confident you behind the wheel.

Remember, change is possible, and with the right support and techniques, you can overcome your fear and anxiety of driving.

Don't let anxiety dictate your life's journey. Embrace the opportunity for change and take the wheel with confidence.

Reach out today and discover how Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help you navigate the road ahead with ease and assurance. Your journey to freedom starts here.

Want to find out more about how hypnotherapy can help you with driving anxiety and fear.

The next step is booking a FREE 45 Minute Initial Consultation / Hypnotherapy Discovery Session (no half-measures here).

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In-person at my Oxfordshire Therapy Room (Upper Heyford, near Bicester or Online via Zoom).

The first step to setting yourself free and living the life you want.

My name is Andy Selway-Woolley (he/him) and I am a fully qualified Clinical Solution Focused Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist. I run HeadFirst Hypnotherapy®, based in Upper Heyford (near Bicester), Oxfordshire.

I assist people in regaining control of their lives by retraining their brains to overcome limiting thought patterns, master their emotions, and cultivate resilient behaviors for a brighter and more positive future.. I know… It’s awesome!

a nutshell, I ‘get you out of your own way’. Because, let’s face it, a lot of us are.

Solution Focused Hypnotherapy taps into the power of your subconscious mind so you can move forward towards the life you’ve always wanted to live. It’s a quick, practical way to address thought patterns, emotions and behaviours that are holding you back in life.

I’m also a Level 3 Qualified Personal Trainer, after working in a gym environment in my early career.

I’m a registered and accredited member of the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH) and National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH).

Hypnotherapy sessions can be done either in my garden therapy room in Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire (Near Bicester). Ideally situated, it also serves individuals in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, and Warwickshire and I also work online nationwide via Zoom.