Testimonials
Whether you are following up a recommendation or have found me by searching the internet, you probably want to know more about me and the help I can offer. Here is a selection of testimonials from previous clients.
Fear of water, and learning to swim.
I’ve struggled with a fear of water all my life, and a few years ago I decided I wanted to learn to swim. I took some lessons, which were partially successful, but COVID and lockdown put an end to all that, so when I finally went back to the pool I was back to square one, standing in the water, terrified to move. A friend suggested Roger, and I’m so glad I ‘took the plunge’ (sorry!), because after one session, I went swimming with my husband the next day and managed 3 or 4 lengths, albeit with a bit of stopping and starting. I’m absolutely delighted, and the technique that Roger used, that of ‘havening’, has given me a tool I can use should I ever get panicky again. Roger is very calming and patient, and I would recommend him to anyone with anxiety or stress issues.
ML, Filey
Anxiety
Roger has used various techniques to help me to deal with my anxiety. He has taught me Havening which has helped me tremendously. He is patient and I feel safe when facing my fear. When medical staff and charities were unable to help me, Roger gave me hope and the help I needed. I can’t thank him enough. I highly recommend him.
LL, Leeds
Bullying in the Workplace
I had regular coaching sessions with Roger. These have helped me to cope with and resolve bullying in the workplace. They have also contributed very positively to my personal development.
MP, Leeds
Anxiety and trauma
AS, Leeds
Over the years, I’ve seen Roger a number of times when I needed help in dealing with difficult situations or to develop my own professional skills. I’ve found him to be consistently understanding, empathetic and wise. Even when we have worked on very distressing issues, I have felt safe and comfortable. His extensive range of therapeutic skills have always meant that I felt much better very quickly. On the most recent occasion I sought his help for coping with a very frightening and upsetting set of circumstances which were bringing up memories of past traumatic events. By the end of the session, I felt completely different, and I was able to feel calm remembering the past events. I also feel much better prepared to deal with my situation. I just don’t have all the fear and panic any more. I am so impressed by his easy access to a range of very effective skills like NLP, hypnosis and havening, his flexibility in using them, and his genuineness and integrity. I am very grateful to be able to obtain such reliable support and assistance when life is tough.
Help with poor sleep
My sleep is so much deeper! I had a session with Roger about a troubled sleeping pattern. This resulted in some bespoke advice and him giving me a recording to help me to sleep. Two weeks later and I’m waking up fresher than I have done in over 30 years (I’m 50!). As well as being a highly skilled and knowledgeable person, Roger is one of the most natural and kindly people I’ve met.
PH, Leeds
Stress Management and building resilience
Prior to working with Roger I was often overwhelmed by the targets I needed to achieve. Since working with Roger I have been delighted to notice significant changes within me including a much more robust and positive mindset. When things haven’t quite gone to plan I’ve bounced back and when things have gone well it’s great to be able to share those with Roger. He is someone I can talk to about any aspect of my personal or professional life without fear of judgement. His humour, knowledge and support have been invaluable. A heartfelt thank you, Roger, for all you have done.
RH, Powys
Anxiety and grief
From the moment I met Roger I felt so comfortable and ready to open up with my worries, anxieties, sadness and anger. He introduced me to the Havening Technique. After the first session I left feeling relieved, relaxed and calm, and ready to move on. After three marvellous sessions I felt I could continue to practice Havening at home and still gain the benefits. My husband has also noticed how much I’ve benefitted. I know I can always return to see Roger if needs be. I highly recommend him. Thank you Roger.
GB, Leeds
Insomnia
I was recommended to contact Roger to help me with stress related insomnia. After just one session and listening to a sleep hypnosis recording, my sleep was much better, and I began to return to my normal self. Roger is a very affable gentleman, and I really appreciated his help.
SM, Huddersfield
Anxiety
Roger helped me a great deal and brought me out of a very dark place, where at the time I didn’t think I would actually pull out of it. I am much happier now and would wholeheartedly recommend his services. I continue to use hypnotherapy and havening techniques Roger showed me as I feel they do help me to deal with my anxiety and make me feel more relaxed, reassured and at ease. Again, I would like to thank Roger for helping me through a very difficult time, I can once again look forward to the future, be happy and enjoy life again,
JS, Leeds
Driving anxiety
I have consulted Roger now on two separate occasions and can say that on both occasions the effect has been truly life changing. To go from not even being able to get into my car without being riddled with anxiety, to now being able to comfortably make a journey is an amazing feeling. Roger takes the time to listen to you and understand what the underlying problems are and the difference after just one session is noticeable. I cannot thank Roger enough for the help he has given me in combating my anxiety and I would highly recommend Roger to anyone else who has crippling anxiety and wants a permanent solution which puts you back in control. Thank you Roger!
TI, Bradford
Anxiety at work
Roger has been a fantastic support. I have found him a sensitive and easy person to discuss my concerns with. He has enabled me to deal with anxiety with regard to work issues in particular cyber phobia. I am now feeling much calmer and confident about work related issues and use the Havening Technique (Roger taught me) as a self help tool. I would highly recommend him as a therapist to anyone experiencing anxiety. He is a highly skilled and emotionally intelligent person.
GF, Leeds
Insomnia/sleep well mp3
I was given Roger’s sleep well recording after having trouble with insomnia for several years after suffering with PTSD. I found that it worked really well for me and enabled me to drift off into a deep sleep without waking throughout the night several times. I always feel well rested when I’ve used the hypnotherapy to get to sleep and I find that my sleep quality is really poor without it. I’m very grateful to Roger for making the sleep well hypnotherapy track available to me as I’d be lost without it!
VT, Leeds
Depression, fear, anxiety and trauma
I was a client of Roger’s for several months. He introduced me to Havening therapy and other holistic, therapeutic practises that enabled me to overcome depression, fear, anxiety and deal with traumatic events that had occurred in my life. I highly recommend his services.
HLK
Various Issues
Roger was warm and friendly and extremely professional. He has helped me immensely in a short period of time with my mental and emotional well being. I would highly recommend him to those in need of mental and emotional help including traumas. He is an exceptionally intelligent individual.
Various Issues
I’ve worked with Roger on several occasions in relation on a variety of issues and each time have come away feeling changed for the better. Friends and colleagues have been amazed at the transformations.
JB, Leeds
Dental anxiety
I just wanted to thank you for your help and update you on my situation… I feel a lot better now and a lot less anxious… Thank you so much for your help.
TR, Leeds
Insomnia
Dear Roger, I have had five lovely nights’ sleep. Thank you a lot.
AO, Leeds
Bullying at work issue
You are extremely good at what you do. You make it all seem so easy and natural and fun.
PH, Leeds
Bereavement
I saw Roger for help following a bereavement. I found that the Havening Technique helped me to feel relaxed and far more settled in my mind about the situation. Nine months later I am still feeling the benefits. I found Havening easy to learn, very calming and relaxing and it really works!
AJ, Leeds
Disturbing Childhood Memory
I first experienced Havening in May 2015 when Roger helped me in relation to a very frightening childhood experience. I was astonished at how quickly and easily my anxiety and fear disappeared. That was two years ago and the memory has not bothered me since. I have used Havening myself on several occasions since then and find it a really useful form of emotional first aid that I can use whenever I become aware of anything I’m feeling unhappy about. Give it a go!
NA, Wakefield
Anxiety
I have struggled with anxiety for many years and when I called Roger a few weeks ago it was beginning to impact heavily upon me. Roger suggested that we use Havening, which I had not heard of before, and I stopped taking beta-blockers immediately after my first appointment: I just no longer felt I needed them. I recently began a new career and thanks to Havening with Roger, I have been able to work under pressure without a return to those feelings of high anxiety. I have had three sessions of Havening and the release from such strong feelings of anxiety after just three appointments is astonishing. I am sincerely grateful to Roger for his help and support and cannot recommend an appointment with him highly enough.
AM, Leeds
Procrastination
I had a recurring tendency to put things off. Roger suggested that we try Havening in early 2016. We had one session in which we went through several types of Havening, and the session had a very beneficial and positive effect on me. I felt more empowered and enthusiastic than when we started about work which needed to be done. Roger is a very perceptive and experienced practitioner and I would very much recommend him for Havening and other therapies.
JK, York
Anxiety
I saw Roger because I was feeling anxious about a course I was due to present. Roger explained about Havening and the science behind it – I had never done any Havening before and I found it very intriguing. After the session, I no longer felt anxious and instead was raring to go! When I later presented the course, the material seemed to present itself effortlessly, flowing through me in the way that was meaningful for the participants, which was how Havening helped me to visualise the “flow” during my session with Roger. I am very impressed by Havening and think that Roger led me through the process in a very skillful way.
JW, Bradford
Anxiety About Motorway Driving
I saw Roger to see if Havening could help me shift some long term anxiety I had developed approaching or driving on motorways. I was sceptical but following a relaxed and very helpful explanation of the theory behind Havening, Roger took me through the process and I was pleasantly surprised at how simple and logical it was. As a result of our session my concerns with driving on motorways have greatly improved. I still suffer in certain conditions but more often than not it’s like I’ve forgotten to be anxious! Roger is professional, intelligent, kind and friendly – and if you are wondering whether Havening will help you, I would encourage you to give it a go.
PH, West Yorkshire