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About James Middleton
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Expertise
I am happy answering questions about handling stress and panic attacks, overwork and similar problems.

Experience
I am a practicing hypnotherapist of 18 years experience and a qualified Occupational Therapist in community mental health.

Organizations belong to
Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine, Member of the National Register of Advanced Hypnotherapists, Full member of ANLP.

Publications
UK Journal of Association for Neurolinguistic Processing.

Education/Credentials
Dip Cot, Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy, Certificate in Co-counselling, Reiki 1, Reiki 2, and Reiki Masters. Practitioner of NLP

Awards and Honors
WARP Freefall Coach for the British Parachute Association.

   

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Father with anger problems11/12/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: I have a father who has retired and does nothing all day but watch TV and look at the computer. He ...
  A: A "dry drunk" is a person who is acting as if they were drinking. That is, when someone drinks they ...
Father with anger problems11/11/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: I have a father who has retired and does nothing all day but watch TV and look at the computer. He ...
  A: Your father sounds like he may be suffering from depression. Depression can sometimes be anger ...
I am concerned about the possibility of having post-surgical depression.11/9/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: I have a concern that I would like to address. 8 weeks ago I had two different surgical procedures. ...
  A: Post surgical depression is quite common and I am sorry to hear that your friends and family laugh ...
new relationship, old friend.10/26/2009James Middleton
  Q: I am 26... and have been friends with a man for many years.. i always had strong feelings for him, ...
  A: From what you describe it seems like you need more CBT. Your anxiety appears to be the end result ...
emotional eating10/18/2009James Middleton
  Q: my name is Natasha im 18 and right now im having a really tough time not sure whats bothering ...
  A: Sorry for the troubles you are having. You seem to have reached the stage where you really need ...
panic disorder & stress9/22/2009Lela Simon
  Q: hey lela so basically i suffer from panic disorder for 2 months now and im 19 is that normal?, what ...
  A: Daylin, Normal? What is normal anyway? I can't tell you what causes your stress; it could be school ...
Constant stomach problem9/22/2009James Middleton
  Q: Hey, I am 16 years old, and I have has what I think to be is stress-related stomach problems similar ...
  A: With this level of distress at your age, you need to try and fix this as soon as you can. If you ...
panic disorder9/21/2009James Middleton
  Q: i get Shortness of breath,Heart palpitations or a racing heart,Chest pain or discomfort,Choking ...
  A: A hypnotherapist or counsellor would be helpful. Some people say that Cognitive behaviour treatment ...
panic disorder9/21/2009James Middleton
  Q: i get Shortness of breath,Heart palpitations or a racing heart,Chest pain or discomfort,Choking ...
  A: Heart attacks at 19 years old are pretty rare. However suffering from panic attacks for prolonged ...
Wired little stress ball9/21/2009Lela Simon
  Q: Do you have any ideas how I can have a more relaxed lifestyle all the time? I am a wired up stressed ...
  A: Suira, Being tense and freaked out isn't normal. I think exercise is a good thing- I think yoga ...
Negative Thoughts: A Natural Defense Mechanism?9/20/2009James Middleton
  Q: . My situation is quite difficult to put into words, but I'l try my best to explain: Many a ...
  A: It's not something we all do all the time, but we do this kind of thinking from time to time. It ...
Stressful Thoughts9/20/2009Lela Simon
  Q: My husband and I have been dealing with infertility for a couple of years now. We are going to have ...
  A: Amber, I think that the best way to deal with this is directly. Sit your mother down and talk to ...
Stressful thoughts9/20/2009James Middleton
  Q: My husband and I have been dealing with infertility for a couple of years now. We are going to have ...
  A: I wouldn't be too bothered about what they think. What is important is how you feel about it. After ...
Stressful Thoughts9/20/2009Christine Jandke
  Q: My husband and I have been dealing with infertility for a couple of years now. We are going to have ...
  A: My friend Giovanni Cavalieri (www.questionthemind.com) once told me this story that has helped me ...
Please can you help me?9/19/2009Lela Simon
  Q: I cannot deal with my parents how can I stop this? They stress me out because they curse and scream ...
  A: Brando, Chances are your school has a mentoring program that connects young people with adults that ...
Stress9/13/2009Lela Simon
  Q: My stress levels seem to have been increasing a lot lately. Unfortunately, a lot of harsh realities ...
  A: Amber, First take a deep breath- there is a lot going on and a lot of that stuff is out of control. ...
Stress and then more Stress9/13/2009James Middleton
  Q: My stress levels seem to have been increasing a lot lately. Unfortunately, a lot of harsh realities ...
  A: Unfortunately - the more stressed you are, the less likely you are to be able to conceive naturally. ...
Dealing with Several Stressful Issues9/13/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: My stress levels seem to have been increasing a lot lately. Unfortunately, a lot of harsh realities ...
  A: You are dealing with a lot right now. Economically many, many, people are going through tough ...
Father abandoned me....again....9/9/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: I am struggling very much w/ an issue involving my father who left me when I was 6 months old. Now, ...
  A: If you have no expectations that does not mean you are not yourself. It seems you "set up" ...
Father abandoned me....again....9/8/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: I am struggling very much w/ an issue involving my father who left me when I was 6 months old. Now, ...
  A: It is hard to want a relationship with someone and they do not show the same interest or enthusiasm ...
sweating cuz im nervous8/22/2009James Middleton
  Q: hey im a 17yr old kid and i sweat SO BAD like NOTHING works for me and once i start thinkig IM GONNA ...
  A: Yup, there are some products which are really good for this. Specifically Self hypnosis programs. ...
snowed under, near breaking point8/16/2009Lela Simon
  Q: I am a second year university student studying science. I started mid year last year (I'm from ...
  A: Abbey, It sounds like you are depressed and may need a break and someone to talk to. Find out if ...
Premature aging8/11/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: I am male, 50. Until a couple years ago, I looked young for my age-people thought I was 40 or less. ...
  A: Changing a job to a more stressful one that is more demanding of your time and also pressures for ...
Post surgical depression8/10/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: Do one get "post surgical depression" after every surgery. In 2001 I experience a trauma, losing my ...
  A: One can get too analytical after surgery - especially when one has surgery that leaves them in a ...
stress/panick/anxiety8/7/2009James Middleton
  Q: i have a 18 year old daughter who is really stressing me out to the point i cant take no more, i ...
  A: I don't think you are doing anything wrong - apart from feeling over concerned for her safety. The ...
stress/panick/anxiety8/7/2009James Middleton
  Q: i have a 18 year old daughter who is really stressing me out to the point i cant take no more, i ...
  A: This is difficult to know without seeing you both together. It would be a good idea to insist she ...
stress/panick/anxiety8/7/2009James Middleton
  Q: i have a 18 year old daughter who is really stressing me out to the point i cant take no more, i ...
  A: You need to have a talk with your GP and see if they can offer any parenting support or advice for ...
Please help me7/28/2009James Middleton
  Q: I am a 26 year old mother of one, with 'issues'. I have attained a low self esteem over the last ...
  A: I am glad you found the answer helpful. There are many good programs on the net, or you may like to ...
Please help me7/28/2009James Middleton
  Q: I am a 26 year old mother of one, with 'issues'. I have attained a low self esteem over the last ...
  A: This whole episode has been a big blow to you. It seems that you are having a great deal of trouble ...
Please help7/28/2009Christine Jandke
  Q: I am a 26 year old mother of one, with 'issues'. I have attained a low self esteem over the last ...
  A: From what you are writing, it sounds like depression to me. You isolate, you feel insecure, you have ...
What do i do?7/28/2009Lela Simon
  Q: I am a 26 year old mother of one, with 'issues'. I have attained a low self esteem over the last ...
  A: Martha, It is time to take an inventory. Start with listing the things that are important, the ...
Stress and Bad moods6/25/2009Lela Simon
  Q: I wonder if you can give me some advice. lately I seem to be in a bad mood everyday sometimes for ...
  A: Don, Don't ask Jerry to marry you just to make him feel better- because if your head isn't right, it ...
Changing my perceptions6/13/2009James Middleton
  Q: I have an anxiety disorder and an OCD related to health issues. I have a tendency to see nearly ...
  A: The fastest and easiest way would be to take up some high risk activities - like rock climbing, ...
Life as an adventure6/12/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: Schafer, I have an anxiety disorder and an OCD related to health issues. I have a tendency to see ...
  A: Sorry to hear you are suffering with anxiety and OCD. As I was reading your message about waning to ...
mental stress6/4/2009James Middleton
  Q: "sir, Iam 6 feet 3 inches tall guy and my age is 22 yrs. Both my father and grandfather are 5'8. ...
  A: You need some stress managing tools. Self hypnosis programs will help a great deal. If you can, ...
mental stress6/3/2009Lela Simon
  Q: "sir, Iam 6 feet 3 inches tall guy and my age is 22 yrs. Both my father and grandfather are 5'8. ...
  A: Most men are finished growing by age 21, so I doubt you will continue to grow. If you are afraid you ...
Abandonment Issues spilling over into relationships5/30/2009Patricia A. Schafer, Ph.D.
  Q: I am a 36 year old woman who lost my father 4 days before my 10th birthday. I have assumed for 26 ...
  A: I am sorry to hear about the story of your dad's death and they told you he was away on a business ...
Work anxiety3/28/2009James Middleton
  Q: James, First, thank you for being here to help with these issues! It is much appreciated. My ...
  A: Perhaps this is a message - that it's time to look for a new job. If you find going to work ...
Nasal Surgery3/23/2009James Middleton
  Q: My boyfriend had nasal surgery in December to correct a deviated septum which would make it hard for ...
  A: It sounds like your boyfriend has become seriously stressed about this operation - and the result is ...
please help if you can!3/18/2009Ray Stiles
  Q: my name is Emily and im 18 years old. Recently I've started cutting myself as a stress reliever. ...
  A: Yes, unless you have a strong support system, like family or a close friend you can call and who can ...

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