Welcome to Free Your Mind
Counselling and Hypnotherapy, the path to inner peace and well being
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes. Is your relationship in need of some focus and attention? There comes a time when we need some help from a certified professional to help cope with many of life’s challenges. I’m Sue Knowles, a Registered Advanced Counsellor Couples Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist and I’d love to help you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Counselling and Hypnotherapy Couples/Relationship Psychotherapy & Clinical Supervision
Suzanne Knowles
Ad Dip.PC. Hype. CP MNCPS (Acc), Ad Dip
Couples Psych.Dip. Child Couns. MBACP
NCPS Advanced Accredited Counsellor/Couples Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist & Clinical Supervisor
07368609236
Who am I..
My name is Sue Knowles, Couple/Relationship Therapist, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist but most of all someone you can trust to share with confidence.
I have been a Hypnotherapist and Counsellor for eight years I am also an Advanced Relationship Psychotherapist.
I am integrally trained which gives me the opportunity to utilise various techniques to support my clients, be it CBT, Psychotherapy, Psychoanalysis or just plain talking therapy.
I have worked within the school environment where I have counselled young people from 8-18 and now see them privately within my own therapy room.
I have also worked extensively with Cruse supporting my clients with loss and bereavement.
As a Hypnotherapist I can support you to navigate through issues that may have troubled you for many years, or to overcome a habit that you have struggled to control.
I am an Advanced Psychotherapeutic Counsellor accredited with the National Counselling Society and a member with BACP with proven experience of working with a variety of clients in private practice. I also work as an Associate Counsellor with Embrace for a number of companies with Employment Assisted Programmes and with Cruse Bereavement and YMCA. I am also a Supervisor. I have a passion for supporting young people both within my associate role and within my own practice, because I believe in the importance of helping young people to find the right support and self belief while they are young to prevent the heart ache of the effects much later in life. Many of my clients come to me with deep rooted issues that are effecting them today from events from their past.
I have my own Consulting Rooms, Indemnity Insurance and Advanced DBS.
I live and practice in Whittlesey Peterborough
My hours of work are
Monday to Thursday 09.00-14.00
outside of these hours by negotiation
Fees
£50 per hour
Couples £75.00 per hour
Concessions available
Reduced rates for Students and young people
to include student and Practicing Counsellors
How may I help you .......
As an Advanced Psychotherapist, the relationship I develop with my client is at the centre of my practice. I believe that each person is unique and work with my client to help them systematically navigate through their issues by implementing effective methods to instil self-awareness and understanding and encouraging them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations.
I work integrally which means that I am able to use various therapy types to meet your needs, be it Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapy, Talking Therapy.
Helping people to improve their quality of life has always been a passion for me. It is my belief that each person is unique and I tailor my therapy to meet the needs of the individual by considering their personal and unique abilities. I use all my skills and life experiences to assist my clients to review and access their personal qualities to help them achieve fullness and improve their quality of life.
I have experience working with clients from young children to senior adults presenting with a variety of issues such as depression, grief and bereavement, anxiety and low self esteem, anger management, domestic abuse, phobias, social and relationship issues, weight management, school and exam concerns.
Couples who come to me for support will receive a safe space to explore the issues that are blocking their relationship and develop new methods of communication to support changes to build upon.
The Therapies I offer ......
The therapeutic approach I adopt is guided by the presenting needs of my client and the client themselves and I utilise an integrative approach by incorporating CBT, Gestalt, Psychotherapy or Person Centred therapy as appropriate.
Counselling
With Therapeutic Counselling, I am able to support my clients with:
- Pain Management
- Neuralgia
- Fibromyalgia
- Stress; Anxiety and Phobias
- Depression
- Bereavement
- Relationship problems
- Abuse
- Anger; Frustration
- Social issues
Hypnotherapy
Through Hypnotherapy and Relaxation my clients can be supported with:
- Stress
- Neuralgia
- Depression
- Phobias
- Anxiety
- Weight Loss
- Smoking Cessation
- Anger Management
- Self Esteem Issues
Life Coaching
By using Psychodynamics we can work together to help with:
- Work related relationships
- Confidence Building
- Goal setting
- Self Esteem
- Work related stress
- Identifying own qualities
- Personal awareness
- Relationship Issues
Relationship Psychotherapy
Emotional Focussed Therapy will support you and your partner to:
- understand negative patterns in your relationship
- Developing productive communication
- Navigating challenging family dynamics
- Improving intimacy
- improving communication
- identifying and changing negative emotional cycles
What people say …..
"I just wanted to say that since my sessions, without even realising it my confidence and self esteem has improved so much. It isn’t even me making a conscious effort, it’s after a situation I realise how different I feel and how without even thinking I’m so much more relaxed and just me. I’m not thinking about whether people like me or not and feel like I can just be myself, I am also dealing with situations so much better too. I feel a much stronger person inside and not someone putting a strong front on to the world.
Thank you Sue, you have helped me so much"
Marion
Young person Counselling
Thank you so much for your support you have given my daughter, her self esteem was very low and she was struggling at school with her friendship groups - you helped her to boost her confidence and to recognise what she was able to do to help her with her situation.
Thank you so much
Lorna
Grief Counselling/Smoking cessation
"I originally came for counselling following the loss of my husband quite suddenly. Having worked through these emotions, I then decided to come and see you with my smoking habit.
I saw you four months ago when I underwent Hypnotherapy to stop smoking. I can honestly say that I haven't had a cigarette since. I have been with people and found the smell of the smoke has put me off ever going back.
Thank you for the help that you have given me."
Jacqui
Many thanks for today Sue. Thank you for sending the support circle . The support you have given me today and throughout my sessions is going to change my life for the better. I’m so thankful to you.
Linda
Smoking Cessation
If you are determined to become a non smoker and are thinking about reaching out about Smoking Cessation Hypnotherapy—taking this step is a wonderful act of self-care, and I’d be happy to support you on your journey to becoming smoke-free.
This process unfolds in three stages, designed to help you develop a strong mindset and commitment to quitting.
Once you feel truly ready to let go of smoking, I will guide you through a structured approach to reinforce your inner resolve and help you move forward with confidence.
Our main session will last around 1.5 to 2 hours, during which we’ll explore your current mindset and use Hypnotherapy techniques to strengthen your commitment to becoming a non-smoker.
A follow-up session will be available a month later to check in on your progress and offer any additional support you may need. While I am here to help and guide you, the true success of this journey lies in your own determination and willpower. This process is designed to empower you to take control, and I will be with you every step of the way.
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions—I look forward to supporting you!
Grief The price you pay for love
"Sometimes, it can be difficult to share your feelings with those closest to you, for various reasons. In these moments, reaching out to someone who can offer support—a listening ear, gentle guidance, or simply a hand to hold—can make all the difference as you navigate your emotions."
Grief is a complex, deeply personal response to loss or significant life changes. It is not just about death—it can occur after a breakup, job loss, illness, moving, or any event that disrupts a sense of stability or identity. While everyone experiences grief differently, psychologists often describe it as a process that unfolds through overlapping stages and emotional experiences rather than a linear journey. Here’s a detailed look at the process:
1. Shock and Disbelief
- Experience: Immediately after a loss or major change, it can feel surreal. There may be numbness, confusion, or an inability to accept what has happened.
- Purpose: This initial emotional pause gives the mind time to start processing the reality of the event.
2. Pain and Sorrow
- Experience: As reality begins to settle, intense emotions emerge—sadness, longing, or regret. Physical symptoms like fatigue, loss of appetite, or difficulty sleeping are common.
- Purpose: Feeling the depth of loss allows one to acknowledge its significance and begin emotional processing.
3. Anger and Frustration
- Experience: Anger may arise toward oneself, others, or even the situation itself. Questions like “Why me?” or “Why did this happen?” are common.
- Purpose: Anger is a natural response that can help release emotional tension and signal a desire for control in an uncontrollable situation.
4. Guilt and Regret
- Experience: One may ruminate on what could have been done differently. Self-blame, regret, or feelings of inadequacy can intensify grief.
- Purpose: These feelings often reflect a search for meaning or understanding in the loss, even though they can sometimes trap a person if not acknowledged constructively.
5. Acceptance and Adjustment
- Experience: Over time, the intensity of grief may lessen. Acceptance doesn’t mean forgetting or being “okay” with the loss; it means recognizing reality and finding ways to live with it. New routines, relationships, or perspectives may emerge.
- Purpose: This stage allows integration of the loss into one’s life story and identity. Growth, resilience, and new meaning can develop.
6. Reflection and Growth
- Experience: Often, after some time, people reflect on what the experience has taught them. This may include newfound empathy, appreciation for life, or a reevaluation of priorities.
- Purpose: Grief can ultimately catalyze personal transformation, helping individuals navigate future challenges with greater emotional depth and understanding.
Key Points About Grief
- Non-linear: People may cycle back through stages or experience multiple stages simultaneously.
- Unique: Cultural, personal, and situational factors influence how grief is expressed and processed.
- Physical and Emotional: Grief affects the body and mind, sometimes causing anxiety, depression, or physical symptoms.
- Timeframe: There’s no fixed timeline; healing can take weeks, months, or years depending on the person and the loss.
In essence, grief is the mind and body’s natural way of adjusting to profound change. It’s messy, nonlinear, and deeply human, but it also allows for eventual adaptation, resilience, and meaning-making.