Jo Ray Hypnotherapy, Hove, East Sussex


Welcome

Hello, my name is Jo, and I’m a Solution Focused Clinical Hypnotherapist & Psychotherapist based in Hove, East Sussex.

I’m passionate about helping people achieve their goals and aspirations by offering a supportive, compassionate, and non-judgemental space – somewhere you can feel safe, heard, and truly validated.

Online or In-Person in Hove

Are you ready to make positive changes in your life?

Whether you prefer the comfort of online sessions or the calm of our therapy space at The Practice Rooms in Hove, Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (SFH) offers a supportive, practical approach to help you move forward.

Your First Step Is Free

Initial Consultation – No Obligation

Your journey begins with a free, no-pressure consultation lasting around an hour.
Together, we’ll explore what you’d like to achieve through therapy. You’ll also receive clear information about how SFH works and how the brain influences your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.


Professional, Accredited, and Here for You

I trained with the Clifton Practice Hypnotherapy School, widely recognised as the UK’s gold standard in hypnotherapy training. I also hold a diploma from the National Council for Hypnotherapists, one of the leading professional bodies in the field.

To ensure the highest standards of care, I am:

  • A registered member of the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy AfSFH (Reg.)
  • A full member of the National Council for Hypnotherapy MNCH (Reg.)
  • Fully insured
  • Hold an enhanced DBS certificate

This means you can feel confident knowing you are working with a qualified, ethical, and professional practitioner who is committed to your well-being.


How I work

In our sessions, we’ll focus on what you want to achieve, rather than what you don’t want. We work in the present and look forward with purpose, using a solution focused approach that’s rooted in neuroscience and supported by evidence-based techniques.

Together, we will:

  • Build a clear picture of your desired future
  • Use the power of hypnosis to reinforce positive change
  • Identify and shift limiting beliefs and unhelpful thought patterns
  • Empower you to take back control and move forward confidently

Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is a collaborative, two-way process. My role is to guide and support you with the latest techniques and therapeutic tools. Your role is to commit to your well-being and to the changes you want to make. This commitment to yourself is powerful and often completely life-changing.


You’re Not Alone

All of us have had moments in our lifetime where we have felt overwhelmed. Our day-to-day activities can become challenging, sometimes to the point of making it difficult to cope with our everyday lives. Whether you have been struggling with an issue for a short while or most of your life, accepting and acknowledging that we all sometimes need a little help and assistance along the way shows your strength.

A willingness to choose yourself and place your own health and well-being at the forefront of your world is an act of courage and wisdom. However you are feeling right now is perfectly valid and will always be respected by me. I will endeavour to support and guide you through this time, to help you reach your goals in a compassionate and mindful way.

I work with clients experiencing a range of issues, including:

  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Persistent Low Mood
  • Confidence
  • Self-Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
  • GAD (Generalised Anxiety Disorder)
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Sleep Issues / Insomnia
  • Fears & Phobias
  • Weight Management
  • Performance Anxiety
  • Creative Blocks / Public Speaking / Exams
  • OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
  • Smoking / Vaping Cessation

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    Testimonials :

    Phobia

    I'm so grateful I was recommended Jo by a friend. After living with a phobia of wasps since I was a child, I had lost hope of ever getting rid of it. Can't believe I'm spending this summer at the park! Thank you so much Jo!

    Ms R. (Hove)

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    2018-03-29T23:05:34+01:00

    Ms R. (Hove)

    I'm so grateful I was recommended Jo by a friend. After living with a phobia of wasps since I was a child, I had lost hope of ever getting rid of it. Can't believe I'm spending this summer at the park! Thank you so much Jo!

    Anxiety & Stress

    "When I first came to see Jo for help with my anxiety and stress, I didn’t even realise just how much it was affecting my life. After just a few sessions, I began sleeping better and felt noticeably more relaxed, calm, and in control. The insights Jo shared about how the brain works have genuinely changed my life. I can’t recommend Jo enough."

    Mrs L. (Brighton)

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    2018-09-03T14:09:25+01:00

    Mrs L. (Brighton)

    "When I first came to see Jo for help with my anxiety and stress, I didn’t even realise just how much it was affecting my life. After just a few sessions, I began sleeping better and felt noticeably more relaxed, calm, and in control. The insights Jo shared about how the brain works have genuinely changed my life. I can’t recommend Jo enough."

    Anti-Smoking

    I had been a smoker for over 30 years and had tried loads of things to help me quit. One 2 hr session with Jo and I've quit for good. I was nervous but I felt really calm and relaxed with Jo and she supported me through every step. Would highly recommend!

    Miss D. (Hove)

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    5
    2018-03-29T23:04:40+01:00

    Miss D. (Hove)

    I had been a smoker for over 30 years and had tried loads of things to help me quit. One 2 hr session with Jo and I've quit for good. I was nervous but I felt really calm and relaxed with Jo and she supported me through every step. Would highly recommend!

    Anxiety

    These sessions have been really helpful and truly life changing for me. It has been really refreshing to move forward in such a positive and empowering way. I feel so much more confident and in control of my mind and my life. During the sessions with Jo I have never felt so relaxed as I did in trance. A wonderful experience.

    Mrs L (Seaford)

    Jo Ray Hypnotherapy
    5
    2025-07-31T19:12:20+01:00

    Mrs L (Seaford)

    These sessions have been really helpful and truly life changing for me. It has been really refreshing to move forward in such a positive and empowering way. I feel so much more confident and in control of my mind and my life. During the sessions with Jo I have never felt so relaxed as I did in trance. A wonderful experience.

    Gut Issues

    I had been suffering with IBS for a long time and had been suffering from stress too. The sessions that I had were informative and I can't believe the difference from now to when I started the sessions. Truly life changing. Would 100% recommend!

    Miss G (Newhaven)

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    5
    2025-07-31T19:38:01+01:00

    Miss G (Newhaven)

    I had been suffering with IBS for a long time and had been suffering from stress too. The sessions that I had were informative and I can't believe the difference from now to when I started the sessions. Truly life changing. Would 100% recommend!

    Improvement Performance

    I came to see Jo due to writer's block, an unmanageable inner critic, and crippling perfectionism. Due to this painful cocktail, I hadn't written in years. After just 6 sessions I started on my novel and am delighted to be writing again! Feeling inspired and creative again is priceless to me.

    Ms W (Brighton)

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    2025-07-31T19:43:41+01:00

    Ms W (Brighton)

    I came to see Jo due to writer's block, an unmanageable inner critic, and crippling perfectionism. Due to this painful cocktail, I hadn't written in years. After just 6 sessions I started on my novel and am delighted to be writing again! Feeling inspired and creative again is priceless to me.
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