Stress is the way that you feel when pressure is placed on you.

A little bit can fire you up, give you motivation, and help you to perform better at something. However, too much pressure or pressure over a long time can result in stress. And stress can make you mentally and physically ill.

When faced with a situation that makes you stressed, your body releases stress hormones. These trigger the 'fight or flight' feelings and they are used up as you run away or rattle your sabre. But if the chemicals are not used up they accumulate in your body, and your heart rate speeds up, your blood pressure rises, and you sweat. Over the long term, your immune system is impaired.

Cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy works well with all forms of stress, from low-level to post-traumatic stress disorder. And it works quickly, so you are back on track in just a few sessions.