Meet the Founder
Grounded in Science, Informed by Experience
Hello & a very warm welcome!
I’m Alev Zeki
RN, BSc (Hons), Dip CBH, AMACCPH, GHR Reg, GQHP.
Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist
I hold a BSc First Class Hons in Nursing, a Masters level qualification in Clinical Leadership and a Higher Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy.
I am registered with the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) with over 20 years in clinical care with several years as a Lead supporting individuals through both physical & emotional recovery including work in high- pressured surgical & recovery settings.
Together with 17 years of experience in mind-body therapies, I bring a healthcare-informed approach grounded in professional standards and ethical care to my practice, integrating cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), clinical hypnotherapy and mindfulness as a structured, evidence-based approach. I am also a Registered Practitioner with the General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR), awarded the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council (GHSC) General Qualification in Hypnotherapy Practice (GQHP) and an Accredited Member of the ACCPH, a professional body for counsellors, coaches, psychotherapists and hypnotherapists.
Research shows that combining CBT with hypnotherapy can be up to 70% more effective than CBT alone. My goal is to help you achieve freedom from unhelpful habits, boost your confidence and discover your potential – empowering you to navigate life with greater clarity, lasting confidence, peace, and ease.
My approach is flexible and person-centred, tailored to your unique goals, needs, and values. I aim to provide a safe, inclusive, and responsive space that honours individual identity and lived experience—where you can feel seen, respected, and supported in creating real, lasting change.
Professional Accreditation & Affiliations
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Hypno-CBT®
Awarded the UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy (UKCHH) Higher Level Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy.
*The UKCHH course is accredited by the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council (GHSC) and endorsed by the Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists (ACCPH).
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NMC Validation
Continuous Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC) registration for over 20 years.
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Approved & Validated Training
Logos shown on official UKCHH Diploma. The course I completed is approved by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and validated by the NCFE, offering further assurance of high standards.
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Accredited Member ACCPH
The Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists (ACCPH) awarded me the status of Accredited Member (AMACCPH) upon successful completion of an accredited course and submission of satisfactory evidence of professional competence in my field.
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General Hypnotherapy Register
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General Hypnotherapy Standards Council
GHSC Accredited Practitioner. Awarded the General Qualification in Hypnotherapy Practice (GQHP).
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Thinking of training as I did?
The UK College of Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy (UKCHH). Evidence-based training in Hypno-CBT® & Mindfulness.
Affiliate Link-
https://www.ukhypnosis.com/?afmc=3a
This supports my work at no cost to you. I only recommend what I truly value; Hypno-CBT®
Client Reflections
Honest words from those who’ve worked with me.
“Alev’s manner immediately put me at ease and the ambient background music helped to create an intimate space. She relaxed me and with a focussed but gentle probing manner took me on a healing journey. I didn’t feel that she communicated too much or too little it was just right. I felt as though she was truly listening to me in order to formulate possibilities for me to consider.
I have kept reflecting on the positive messages that were embedded in the session and the sense of strong resolution which they continue to invoke in me. Truly great sessions!
Happy to recommend Alev as a great practitioner. .”
“ I found Alev so approachable, we clicked straight away. I was instantly comfortable and really enjoyed our sessions. She listened and understood me and helped me clear my anxieties. I was strung out before with mental gymnastics and causing myself more grief. I have the courage I thought I had lost. Alev is an extremely compassionate, non-judgmental individual. She taught me some brilliant techniques to keep me on track. I will continue to use them and definitely come back to her if I need support for anything else. Very happy I tried hypnotherapy.
Thank you Alev!.”
“Alev has a really calming presence that made it easy to feel at ease from the very beginning. I felt genuinely listened to, and her reflections often helped me look at things in a new light. She struck a great balance between being supportive and gently challenging when needed, which I really valued. I also appreciated how she regularly checked in on how things were going, which made the process feel collaborative and focused. I found the sessions really effective and felt well supported throughout..“
“Alev is so friendly and an honest person. She listens and heard my problems. The questions she asked me were very good. It helped me to figure out my problem. I can cope much better. I am very happy with it.
Thank you..”
What to Expect-Your Path, Your Pace
Taking the first step can feel daunting—but you're not alone. Here’s how things unfold once we connect:
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We’ll begin with a short, free Discovery Call—a friendly chat where you can ask questions, share what’s brought you here and get a feel for how I work. There’s no pressure to commit.
After the call, you can book your first personalised session via the [Book a Session] page via this website.
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If you decide to move forward, I’ll create a tailored approach based on evidence-based techniques, which may include hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioural tools and mindfulness practices.
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Sessions are conducted in a calm, confidential space— online. We move at your pace, with your wellbeing at the centre of everything.
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Together, we’ll focus on rewiring unhelpful patterns, re-syncing mind, heart and body and refocusing on what truly matters to you.
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You’re always welcome to reach out at any point. The journey is yours, and I’m here to support you each step of the way.