Jo White Therapy

Jo White Therapy Solution focused hypnotherapy and talk therapy. supporting you with anxiety, low mood, confidence, trauma and phobias. Peterborough and online. With warmth,
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Hello, I’m Jo White

I’m a psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist based in Peterborough, and I’m passionate about helping women, children, and teens feel calmer, more confident, and better equipped to navigate life’s ups and downs. My path into therapy grew from both personal experience and professional curiosity. Before training as a therapist, I spent many years as a teacher, a role I loved

for its connection, creativity, and the chance to make a difference. But during that time, I also saw how often people carried quiet struggles beneath the surface: anxiety, exhaustion, self-doubt, and a sense of never quite feeling enough. I recognised some of those feelings in myself, too, especially through my own journey into motherhood and the challenges that came with it. That’s what inspired me to retrain and build a career where I could support people in a deeper way, helping them understand their minds, reduce overwhelm, and rediscover the strengths they already hold within. Today, through solution-focused hypnotherapy and psychotherapy, I work with clients experiencing a wide range of challenges, from stress, anxiety, burnout, and low confidence to life transitions such as perimenopause, parenthood, or loss. My approach is gentle but forward-looking; we won’t spend endless time unpicking the past, but instead focus on what’s possible and how to move towards it. Clients often tell me that our sessions feel like a breath of fresh air, a safe, kind space where they can finally relax, make sense of things, and start to feel hopeful again. I bring warmth, empathy, and humour to my work, and I genuinely care about the people I support. Outside of my therapy room, I’m happiest walking in nature, spending time with my family, or enjoying a quiet cup of tea after a busy day. These small moments of stillness remind me why I love this work so much, because finding calm, even in the middle of life’s noise, is possible for all of us. If you’re ready to take that first step towards feeling lighter, calmer, and more like yourself again, I’d love to walk alongside you.

What are your September goals? I'm not a January resolution sort of person, by then I'm in full hibernation mode.But Sep...
01/09/2026

What are your September goals?

I'm not a January resolution sort of person, by then I'm in full hibernation mode.

But September, yes September feels like a lovely time for new goals, building or unbuilding habits and moving forwards.

My goals aren't stratospheric, practise piano more often, self hypnosis most days (yes even hypnotherapists need reminding!) And walk more to build strength in my back, which has been playing up.

Hypnotherapy doesn't have to be about hitting rock bottom, maybe you want to build habits that make life feel easier? Or let habits go that you really don't need anymore. Maybe you just want things to feel different and you need a bit of space to explore the little changes that will make a big difference?

If you want to make some changes this autumn get in touch for a chat.

Jo

A study in the news today suggests that 15,000 mothers a year are going undiagnosed with birth trauma.That's huge, its t...
28/08/2026

A study in the news today suggests that 15,000 mothers a year are going undiagnosed with birth trauma.

That's huge, its too much. Ptsd after birth can impact the whole family. It can have a long lasting impact for years (decades!) After birth if it's not spotted and delt with.

We really need to do better. The clients I work with on birth trauma often tell me they haven't been able to get support elsewhere or they've simply been dismissed.

If you're wondering if you've got birth trauma or someone you know is showing symptoms, then please talk to someone. The news today just shows it's more common than you think.

And do not be afraid to seek support, you deserve to feel well and to enjoy our family. Recovery does not have to take years, it can be surprisingly quick when you get the right support.

Jo x

So pleased that cosy evening hypnotherapy sessions are back!I have 3 evening session slots available for September and O...
27/08/2026

So pleased that cosy evening hypnotherapy sessions are back!

I have 3 evening session slots available for September and October.

Hypnotherapy can help with making positive changes, dealing with stress and overwhelm, overcoming fears and phobias and so much more.

If you feel like this autumn you want to get started on focusing on you then get in touch for a chat. Dm me or take a look at my website for more info.

Jo

Hypnotherapy sessions are split into two parts, talking and then trance (the hypnosis bit).In the talking part we talk a...
21/08/2026

Hypnotherapy sessions are split into two parts, talking and then trance (the hypnosis bit).

In the talking part we talk about what's been good in your week, what's working and what can help you feel a bit more in control. Then we use some visualisation and set some small goals.

This is such a lovely part of the session, when do you actually get to talk about how things are going for you? What you want next? What might help and what is or isn't working?

Space for you, it’s so important but so often the last thing on the list.

The best part is that as the weeks go on people start to pick out what's changing, they notice how the little things are adding up and they start to feel more confident in themselves and their own abilities to make change.

The second part is about relaxing, feeling restored and helping that process of change along.

Maybe you're focused on confidence or releasing old patterns of behaviour, maybe moving on from a stressful time or building resilience. Whatever you need, this part of the session can help you make those changes. Sometimes you don't even know what you need until you've spent time in trance.

If you're interested in exploring how hypnotherapy can give you the time and space you've been craving then get in touch.

Jo

Todays lunchtime reading. One of the benefits of being a member of the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, an...
18/08/2026

Todays lunchtime reading.

One of the benefits of being a member of the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, and The National Council for Hypnotherapy is that I get some excellent reading material!

These magazines are brilliant, and I especially love reading about new research into the benefits of hypnotherapy. Always something new and exciting to get into.

Jo

Emotionally based school avoidance and how to support your child during the holidays for an easier return to school. As ...
11/08/2026

Emotionally based school avoidance and how to support your child during the holidays for an easier return to school.

As we move through the holidays the tension in homes where children are experiencing ebsa can tend to rise. Knowing going back to school is on the horizon can bring anxiety and apprehension. Here are 3 things I encourage my families to do to help ease the transition.

1. Don't over talk about school and how your child is going to cope. Of course, we're not avoiding the subject altogether or pretending it's not going to happen and if your child wants to chat that's great, but there can be a tendency for parents to keep bringing up the subject at every opportunity in the hope that they can help their child talk through and solve the problem. Unfortunately this can make the problem bigger, increasing anxiety and worry.

2. Do give your child opportunities to be successful and boost their confidence. If you're going on a trip somewhere let them have a go at planning the route or working out a timetable. Let them plan and budget for a family dinner. Encourage their creativity and show an interest in what they're enjoying (yes, that could be doing a dance they've seen online or joining in a game on their console).

3. Notice and name the skills they're already showing you that are going to be useful in school. Like 'oh wow I was so impressed with the way you sorted out everything you needed for swimming today, so organised!' Or 'I noticed you were able to stay relaxed even during that long queue this morning, what did you do that helped?' Or 'you were so kind to the younger kid in the park today, I think you really helped them feel more comfortable'

Ebsa can be so hard on families, if you're finding yourself or your young person suffering then get in touch to chat about how solution focused hypnotherapy can support.

Jo

Are you finding it difficult to be in the moment and enjoy this summer?Summer days out or holidays can be occupied by an...
06/08/2026

Are you finding it difficult to be in the moment and enjoy this summer?

Summer days out or holidays can be occupied by anxiety and stress when you keep thinking of changes or challenges that will be coming as you head into autumn.

What most people think of as a time of fun and relaxation can quickly become a loop of negative thinking and what ifs.

If you're thinking, yes that's me! Then hypnotherapy can help you get a handle on what's to come, prepare yourself in the right way rather than sitting in a worry loop.

Jo

Do you spend hours negativity forecasting the future?Our brains are wired to look for the negative to keep us safe. But ...
04/08/2026

Do you spend hours negativity forecasting the future?

Our brains are wired to look for the negative to keep us safe. But it can get out of hand and become utterly draining.

The thing I love about hypnotherapy is that it gives you space to start thinking differently and making more positive predictions.

Instead of always expecting the worst, you start thinking about what could go right, what might be fun, what else you might want from life.

Would less negative forecasting make a difference to you?

Feel free to get in touch to chat about how hypnotherapy can help you.

I have a therapy room in Orton Wistow, Peterborough and offer online sessions too.

Jo

Does your tween or teen need some help growing their confidence?I got this lovely message in a card after working with a...
30/07/2026

Does your tween or teen need some help growing their confidence?

I got this lovely message in a card after working with a young person recently. Hypnotherapy can be a great way to work on boosting confidence and self esteem.

We look at what's going well and how to get more of it rather than just talking about why things feel difficult.

We build a toolkit of positive strategies that can help with wellbeing in all sorts of situations, from building friendships to sports, exams and school life.

If you think your child would benefit, then get in touch to chat about how the sessions work.

Jo

27/07/2026

“People don't come to therapy to change their past, but their future." Milton H. Erickson

What do you want your future to look like? Hypnotherapy can help you explore this question, and you never know what you might discover.

Jo x

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