# Illuminating Minds

Illuminating Minds is a specialist counselling and hypnotherapy practice based in Wareham, Dorset, operated by Craig, a fully qualified counsellor, solution-focused hypnotherapist and psychotherapist. The practice serves the Purbeck region and wider Dorset area, including Swanage, Poole and Bournemouth, with sessions available in-person or online.

Craig combines talking therapy with clinical hypnosis, drawing on modern neuroscience and contemporary research. His solution-focused approach distinctly differs from traditional therapy by emphasising forward-thinking strategies rather than dwelling on past issues. He works collaboratively with clients to leverage their existing strengths and resources, helping them envision their desired future whilst developing practical solutions to achieve greater calm, confidence and control.

The practice addresses a comprehensive range of psychological and behavioural concerns, from anxiety, depression and stress to insomnia, phobias and smoking cessation. Craig also specialises in performance-related issues including exam nerves and sports performance, alongside physical manifestations like IBS and minor skin complaints.

What distinguishes Illuminating Minds is the integration of evidence-based hypnotherapy with psychotherapy, offering clients a holistic alternative to conventional talking therapy alone. Craig's professional credentials—membership with the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH) and registration with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)—provide reassurance of professional standards. Client testimonials, particularly regarding smoking cessation success, demonstrate the tangible effectiveness of his approach.