Hypnotherapy for Gambling Addiction in London
Hello, I’m Susannah. I’m a fully qualified clinical hypnotherapist with over 22 years of experience helping people overcome their gambling addiction with hypnotherapy.
If you’re ready to address your gambling addiction and would like to start making positive changes, hypnotherapy may be the answer you’re seeking.
A gambling problem often develops because the mind is looking for an escape from stress, boredom, difficult emotions or just the pressure of everyday life. At first, it might feel like a harmless habit, a way to unwind or switch off, but over time, it can become something more compulsive.
Clients often describe feeling stuck in a cycle. They know gambling is causing harm, but still find it hard to stop. Some try to win back what they’ve lost. Others hide the habit or downplay how serious it’s become.
For many, gambling becomes a way to escape stress, but ends up creating more of it. The guilt, pressure and secrecy that come with it often affect relationships and day-to-day life.
That’s where gambling hypnotherapy can help. By working with your subconscious in a deeply relaxed state, we can work together to change harmful habits, reduce cravings and build healthier habits.
My bespoke sessions use a combination of coaching, NLP and gambling hypnosis to overcome gambling addiction. If you would like to learn more about my gambling hypnotherapy sessions, get in touch.
Are you experiencing a gambling addiction?
- You’ve tried to stop, but keep getting pulled back in
- You spend more time or money on gambling than you planned to
- You chase losses, hoping to win it all back
- You feel anxious, guilty or low after gambling
- You hide your gambling or lie about it to others
- You use it to escape stress, boredom or difficult feelings
- It’s starting to affect your work, relationships or finances
- You feel like it’s taken over and want your life back
Susannah Saunders
Hello, my name is Susannah. I am a clinical hypnotherapist and life coach in London with over 20 years of experience helping people to enjoy a happier, more fulfilling life. Get in touch to find out more or book an appointment in London today.
NLP, Coaching and Gambling Hypnosis
Gambling isn’t easy to quit, it takes time and a willingness to change. My approach is about more than just quitting bad habits, it’s about helping you feel empowered for positive change, and more in control of your emotions.
In my sessions, I’ll be incorporating a mix of NLP, coaching, and clinical hypnotherapy. NLP helps you identify and change the thoughts and emotions that make you want to gamble, coaching will help you figure out what you really need, and clinical hypnosis helps your mind to relax and be open to change.
My gambling addiction hypnotherapy programme can help you:
- Recognise your urges and understand what triggers them
- Learn practical ways to manage stress and difficult emotions
- Build new habits that support your wellbeing
- Feel more in control and confident in your choices
- Create a plan for a life where gambling isn’t needed
- Find new sources of enjoyment and fulfilment
How Hypnosis for Gambling Works
Gambling addiction isn’t about weakness or a lack of willpower. It’s about how the brain responds to reward.
When you gamble, your brain releases dopamine; a chemical linked to pleasure and excitement. The more often you do it, the more your brain learns to expect that feeling, especially when you’re stressed, bored or depressed. That’s what makes it so hard to stop, even when you know it’s doing harm.
Over time, gambling can start to feel like a way to feel better, even if the consequences are high. The part of the brain that should step in and say “enough” becomes quieter, while the urge gets stronger.
That’s where gambling hypnotherapy can help. Instead of fighting the urge with willpower, we work with the part of your mind that’s learned to crave that feeling. In a calm and focused state, the brain becomes more open and receptive to change, allowing us to start to break the addictive cycle.
Hypnotherapy for Gambling in London & Online
My private London hypnotherapy practice was founded in 2003. I have been awarded the Senior Qualification of Hypnotherapy Practice (SQHP) from the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council (GHSC) and the HPD from the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH).
For more information on how my gambling hypnotherapy programme could help you overcome your gambling addiction, get in touch. We can talk through your gambling habits and come up with a plan to help you take back control.
Contact me today to book a session
FAQs
Can hypnotherapy help me stop gambling?
Yes, hypnotherapy for gambling addiction helps many people regain control over their choices. Gambling often becomes a habit loop triggered by stress, boredom, or the promise of a quick reward. Hypnosis works by calming the part of the brain that drives these urges, helping you break free from the cycle.
What happens in a gambling hypnosis treatment session?
Each session includes time to talk through your goals and triggers, followed by a relaxing hypnosis tailored to your needs. Hypnosis isn’t about losing control, it’s a focused, natural state where your mind becomes more open to helpful suggestions. In my gambling addiction hypnotherapy sessions, we work together to create positive new patterns that support long-term change.
How many sessions will I need to stop gambling?
Everyone is different, but many people notice a shift within the first few sessions. I typically recommend 3-5 sessions to support lasting change. If your gambling is linked to stress, anxiety, or low self-esteem, we may also work on strengthening those areas too. As part of your treatment, I’ll also give you tools and audios to support your progress between sessions.
Do I have to be 100% ready to stop gambling for hypnotherapy to work?
It’s okay to feel conflicted, but you have to want to make positive change and be open to the process, as hypnosis is not mind control. Hypnotherapy can help reduce that internal struggle by making it easier to make better choices.
Is online hypnotherapy for gambling addiction effective?
Yes, hypnosis works best when you’re in a familiar, relaxed environment, which is why I offer all sessions online. Whether you’re in London or elsewhere, you can access gambling hypnosis treatment from the comfort of home. All you need is a quiet space and a stable internet connection.
What if gambling is just one of my issues?
That’s very common. Gambling can often be linked to deeper stress, anxiety, or emotional habits. In our sessions, we won’t just focus on stopping the behaviour. We will also look at what’s driving it, and help you feel stronger, calmer, and more in control overall. I’ll tailor your hypnotherapy so it supports every part of your wellbeing.
Is your clinic based in London?
Yes, I’m a London-based hypnotherapist, but sessions are held online via Zoom. This means you can access my gambling addiction hypnotherapy clinic from anywhere in the UK or beyond. Online hypnosis is just as effective as in-person sessions and often more convenient.
What if I’ve tried to quit gambling before and it didn’t work?
You’re not alone. Many people come to me after trying willpower, apps, counselling and other methods. Hypnotherapy offers a different approach as we don’t just talk about the problem; we work with the subconscious patterns underneath it. If you have hardwired your brain to use gambling as a crutch, then we need to work at that deeper subconscious level to help you feel back in control.
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