Jennifer Dodd Hypnotherapy
Clinical Hypnotherapy - Supporting your path towards positive change
Hypnotherapy in Chichester, West Sussex and online — for anxiety, IBS, phobias, sleep and more. Start with a free 15-minute consultation.
Discover the benefits of hypnotherapy
Whether you want to quit smoking, manage weight, or ease anxiety, hypnotherapy can help you feel more in control — with lasting results and improved wellbeing.
- Quit smokingAddress subconscious triggers and cravings so giving up feels more achievable — often with noticeable change in just a few sessions.
- Weight managementChange your relationship with food, ease emotional eating, and build habits that support a sustainable, healthier weight.
- Manage anxietyCalm racing thoughts and the fight-or-flight response — developing a steadier, more positive mindset day to day.
What is hypnotherapy?
Hypnotherapy is a collaborative process where a therapist guides you into a focused state of attention. Contrary to popular belief, you remain fully in control — it is not about losing control or being manipulated. It is an opportunity to access your subconscious mind and create lasting positive changes.
Read the full guideWhat does it feel like?
Everyone experiences it differently — a light relaxed state or a deeper calm. You stay aware of your surroundings and can come out of hypnosis at any time. Many people compare it to daydreaming or becoming absorbed in a film.
How effective is it?
With commitment and collaboration, hypnotherapy can bring lasting improvements in habits, mindset, and emotional wellbeing. Sessions are goal-focused and tailored to your desired outcome.
How hypnotherapy can help
Focused support for common challenges — explore dedicated pages for each area of care.
- AnxietyQuiet racing thoughts and rebuild a steadier baseline.
- IBS & gut-directedEvidence-informed hypnotherapy for gut–brain calm.
- PhobiasGentle, structured work with fears that hold you back.
- Sleep & insomniaReset the night-time loop so rest feels possible again.
- Smoking cessationChange the habit loop with focused, supportive sessions.
- Weight managementWork with patterns around food, stress and self-image.
Therapeutic approaches
Sessions draw on proven frameworks — chosen to fit your goals after a thorough intake.
Online and in-person
Prefer the clinic in Chichester, West Sussex, or Zoom from home? Both formats are highly effective. You’ll receive a clear link before online appointments — and Jennifer is happy to answer practical questions first.
Hypnotherapy and the NHS
Hypnotherapy is recognised by the NHS as a complementary therapy for various conditions, including pain management and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — a trusted, non-invasive option for enhancing overall wellbeing.
Explore IBS support →From the blog
Practical guides on anxiety, IBS, and what hypnotherapy involves.
How Hypnotherapy can help with IBSLiving with IBS can be challenging. Hypnotherapy helps calm the gut–brain axis, reduce stress-triggered flare-ups, and support lasting symptom relief — without medication side effects. Read article →
Hypnotherapy for AnxietyDiscover how hypnotherapy for anxiety can reduce stress, reframe negative thought patterns, address root causes, and offer lasting relief as a natural alternative or complement to traditional care. Read article →
What is Hypnotherapy?An introduction to hypnotherapy — how hypnosis works, what a session feels like, common benefits, and why it is a safe, collaborative approach to lasting change. Read article →
Pledge to end smoking in England by 2030Notes on England’s ambition to end smoking by 2030, and how hypnotherapy can support smoking reduction or cessation. Read article →
Common questions
Clear answers for common questions — useful for people comparing hypnotherapy options in Chichester and online.
Where is Jennifer Dodd Hypnotherapy based?
Sessions are available in person in Chichester, West Sussex, and online across the UK via Zoom. Many clients combine both depending on travel and schedule.
What can clinical hypnotherapy help with?
Common reasons people book include anxiety, IBS and gut-directed support, phobias, insomnia, smoking cessation, weight management, stress, and related habits or emotional patterns.
Do I stay in control during hypnosis?
Yes. Clinical hypnotherapy is a focused, collaborative state — you remain aware and in control, and you will not be asked to act against your values.
Is there a free consultation?
Yes. A free 15-minute consultation is available to discuss your goals, ask questions, and see whether hypnotherapy feels like a good fit before booking sessions.
Book your free consultation
Ready to take the first step? Schedule a free 15-minute consultation in Chichester, West Sussex or online — and discover how hypnotherapy can support healthier, happier living.