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Siobhán Gilmore Hypnotherapy – Cork & Online

Firstly, thank you for taking the time to visit my site. I’m Siobhán Gilmore, a Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist based in Midleton, East Cork. I am currently the only practitioner in Cork specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy (Hypno‑CBT®), and one of only a small number offering this evidence‑based approach in Ireland. Alongside this work, I am also a trainee coaching psychologist and am in the process of completing a master’s degree in Coaching Psychology, further deepening my expertise in behaviour change and personal development.

If you’re considering hypnotherapy to create meaningful, lasting change in your life, simply being here is already a positive step forward. At the moment, I am offering online hypnotherapy services only. This allows you to experience the benefits of hypnosis from the comfort of your own home, and research shows that online sessions are just as effective as in‑person work.

What is Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy?

As a cognitive behavioural hypnotherapist, I use a powerful blend of evidence‑based techniques to help create meaningful, lasting change. My approach brings together hypnosis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques, and mindfulness. Each of these methods are effective on their own, but when combined they can become even more transformative.

This integrated approach supports clients in breaking unhelpful habits and overcoming challenges such as anxiety, phobias, confidence issues, stress, and sleep difficulties. Many people seek help after trying to make changes on their own and feeling stuck. That’s completely understandable, as patterns of thought and behaviour become automatic over time, making them difficult to recognise without support.

When therapy begins, the focus is on uncovering what has been holding you back. Together, we explore the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are maintaining the problem, using a structured, solution‑focused approach. Once these maintaining factors become clear, it becomes much easier to replace them with healthier, more empowering alternatives. Techniques from hypnosis, CBT, and mindfulness help build confidence, strengthen self‑belief, and create practical strategies that support real change. As your perspective shifts, the path forward often becomes far clearer.

Cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy is designed to be a brief, focused form of therapy. Habit‑breaking may require just a single session, while issues such as anxiety typically take between three and six. To help progress happen as quickly as possible, there is usually some supportive work to do between sessions, such as listening to a recording or completing reflective exercises like journaling.

The aim is to create an approach tailored to your needs, helping you move past whatever has been standing in your way and towards the life you want to live.

The only place for Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy in Cork!

It’s important to highlight that not all hypnotherapy is the same. The approach, training, and underlying methods can vary widely. For anyone considering hypnosis, choosing a hypnotherapist trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques can make a significant difference. Hypnosis can be a powerful tool, but on its own it often doesn’t address the underlying patterns that keep a problem going. That’s where CBT techniques come in, helping to uncover, understand, and change the thoughts and behaviours that sit beneath the surface.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy from the UK College of Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy. This combination of training means the work I do is grounded in scientific research and evidence‑based methods. I am also a registered member of the General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR), which means I adhere to their comprehensive Code of Ethics. In addition, I am a Graduate Member of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), reflecting my commitment to professional standards and ongoing development.

I am currently completing an MSc in Coaching Psychology, and as part of my training I am undertaking supervised practice as a trainee coaching psychologist. To learn more about my coaching sessions, please visit my Coaching Services page.

For more information, including fees and session information, please visit my FAQ page.