I have been where you are. That is exactly why I can help.
I am Lisa Cartlidge, a clinical hypnotherapist with over 3,500 hours of experience. My own life changed completely through this work, and now I get to help other people change theirs.
In 2015, my life lacked inspiration.
I was overweight, unfit and unmotivated, feeling like I had lost my identity. Initially sceptical, I turned to hypnotherapy simply wanting to lose weight. Not only did I shed the weight, I gained self-esteem, and that was truly life-changing.
That single shift set everything in motion. I went on to run, to cycle for GB, to complete an Ironman, and eventually to retrain so I could give others the same gift. If people saw me now they might assume fitness always came easily. In 2014, I would have laughed in disbelief.
The only real failure is not trying in the first place.
From my own change to my life's work
The realisation
Realising my own value let me respect myself, feel inspired and understand that self-care is essential.
The passion
Since then my passion for health and vitality has been unwavering, even in a world that encourages indulgence.
The vision
I have come to see that I have choices, and that the small daily ones shape the life I want to live.
The mission
Inspiring others to become the best version of themselves has become my purpose, and my joy.
A few milestones along the way
Once you realise you are capable, you become brave, and that courage flows into every area of life.
2014
Feeling uninspired, overweight and unmotivated, I saw a hypnotherapist to lose weight. After one session I began eating better and lost nearly two and a half stone.
2015
I trained for a six-mile run despite being unable to run half a mile, completed it, and my fitness journey began.
2016
I cycled for GB at the UCI Gran Fondo in Australia, then completed my first half Ironman distance triathlon.
2017
I cycled London to Paris, then trained as a hypnotherapist, left my job and started my own practice.
2019
I completed a full Ironman: a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike and a full marathon.
2023
I competed in Ibiza at the GB age-group World Championship, and welcomed my first grandchild.
Experienced, qualified and solution-focused
With over 3,500 hours of experience, I work primarily in a solution-focused way. We appreciate the past, but we cannot change it, so I help you build the future you want.
Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy
Issued by Clifton Practice
Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma
Issued by National Council for Hypnotherapy
Diploma in Medical Hypnotherapy
Issued by Clinical Hypnotherapy School
Health, family and a good challenge
These days you will often find me cycling or with my mischievous young grandson. I prioritise my health because I know it cannot be bought, and I believe in knowing your own worth and strength. I would love to help you find yours too.
A fabulous experience. She kept me grounded when things were really hard. Thank you, Lisa.
Wellbeing client
With my help, you too could transform your life
Ask yourself what your future self would want you to start today. Book your free discovery call. Sessions in Stow-on-the-Wold or online.