Hypnotherapy for People Experiencing Anxiety in Bicester and Nationwide
Hi - My name is Andy Selway-Woolley (he/him) and I’m a Clinical Solution Focused Hypnotherapist. I run HeadFirst Hypnotherapy, based in Upper Heyford (near Bicester), Oxfordshire and also work online nationally and internationally.
A Supportive Approach for People Who Feel Anxious or Overwhelmed
Many people seek hypnotherapy when life feels stressful, fast-paced, or emotionally heavy. You may notice worry showing up more often, find your thoughts racing, or feel like your mind just won’t switch off. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure things out on your own.
My approach combines Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) with guided relaxation to create a calm, supportive space where you can reflect, reset, and reconnect with what’s going well. Instead of analysing the past, we focus on your strengths, resources, and the steps that feel possible for you.
I also work with many men and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, offering a supportive and inclusive environment informed by lived experience and an understanding of the challenges these groups can face.
What Is Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy?
Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy blends:
Positive, future-focused conversations
Brief therapeutic approaches, including elements of SFBT, CBT, NLP, and mindfulness
Relaxation-based hypnosis, designed to support a calmer, more resourceful mindset
Hypnosis is simply a guided relaxed state — a bit like daydreaming — where many people find it easier to settle their thoughts and focus on helpful ideas. You remain in full control throughout the process.
This approach can offer a gentle space to explore what you want instead of what you’re trying to avoid, helping you reconnect with confidence, calm, and clarity.
How I Work — In Person and Online
I offer sessions from my therapy room in Upper Heyford (near Bicester), and online via Zoom.
People choose online sessions for many reasons: privacy, convenience, accessibility, or simply feeling more relaxed in their own space.
As long as you have a quiet, comfortable place to sit or lie down, online work can feel just as personal and engaging as being in the room with me.
Common Areas People Seek Support With
People come to Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy for many different reasons. These can include:
Feeling anxious, tense, or overwhelmed
Worrying excessively or overthinking
Low confidence or self-esteem
Difficulty switching off
Stress from work, relationships, or life transitions
Sleep disturbances
Perfectionism, procrastination, or mental overload
Feeling stuck or lacking motivation
Navigating big changes or decisions
Emotional wellbeing and resilience
General relaxation and balance
Performance-related nerves (presentations, sports, exams, creative work)
Some people also explore hypnotherapy alongside professional medical or psychological support for concerns such as phobias, panic, health worries, low mood, or long-standing habits — always within their existing care plan.
My Approach
My style is:
Supportive and non-judgmental
Collaborative — we work together at your pace
Respectful of your autonomy
Future-focused
Strength-based and practical
I work with adults and young people aged 16+. Each session is tailored to your goals, your pace, and your preferred way of working. My role is not to analyse or direct, but to create a space that helps you feel calmer, clearer, and more able to move towards the life you’d like to build.
Book Your 60-Minute Initial Consultation
The Initial Consultation is an opportunity for us to explore your goals, ask questions, and get a sense of whether Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy feels like the right approach for you.
Whether you prefer sessions in Bicester, Upper Heyford, or online nationwide, I’m here to offer a calm, supportive space where you can reflect, reset, and take steps towards feeling more grounded and in control of your emotional wellbeing.
My therapy room in Upper Heyford has easy off-street parking and is within convenient reach of Bicester, Chipping Norton, Banbury, Kidlington, Buckingham, Brackley, and surrounding Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire areas. Online sessions are available no matter where you are in the UK or beyond.
Important Information
This page is for general information only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy is a complementary approach that supports emotional wellbeing and is not a substitute for medical or psychological care.
If you are experiencing severe anxiety, mental health difficulties, or are in crisis, please contact your GP or a qualified healthcare professional.
Hypnotherapy outcomes can vary, and no specific results are guaranteed.
Find out how hypnotherapy may support you if you’re experiencing anxiety, and explore what a more balanced, fulfilling life could look like.
Book your 60-Minute Initial Consultation today and start your journey towards better well-being
In-person at my Oxfordshire Therapy Room (Upper Heyford, near Bicester) or Online via Zoom.
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 behaviours 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 a registered and accredited member of the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH) and National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH).
I service the main towns and cities around Upper Heyford, including Bicester, Banbury, Oxford, Kidlington, Witney, Brackley, Charlbury, Northampton, Buckingham, Chipping Norton, Thame, Didcot, Abingdon, Henley-on-Thames, and Aylesbury, along with other local areas.
I also work nationally and offer remote hypnotherapy services online, so no matter where you're based, support is just a click away!