Testimonials Hypnotherapy Marriage break up "I was in a very bad state of affairs after a marriage breakdown and recent loss of my mother. I had no control of my emotions and was breaking down crying over any small incidents. I rang Christina and asked her for help. I was with Christina for 2,5hours for the first session, who talked to me about my problems and wrote notes and then I was hypnotised. I am feeling a better and different person and I am now liking myself. I am able to face and accept the problems I have to face. I am now coping with life so much better. I do not know where I would have ended up if not for Christina’s help. Thank you Christina." Client from Rockingham Smoking “After 22 years of smoking, I finally realized that I had to give it up. I didn’t want to be one of those who gave it up from a health scare or maybe even not get that chance. Anyhow after trying different methods of quitting and failing each time I was told by a friend why not try hypnotherapy? I took my friends advice and began searching on the internet for a hypnotherapist, that is where I stumbled upon Christina Macleods website ‘Joyous Beginnings’ and she happened to be local also. So at first I hesitated because I was very skeptical about hypnosis but yet I am a believer of the paranormal. So I decided what the heck and forced myself to go and see her. After the first session I was amazed at the result and thought too good to be true so when I got home I sat with my wife who is a smoker and told her to light one up, so she did and I was amazed that it did not bother me at all, there was no craving for it and to this day I still haven’t had a craving for one. I am a new person entirely not only do I not smoke anymore I also have an addiction now to walk and get fit which was created with my own mind, I also have been told healthwise I am an inspiration and a walking advertisement by my fellow workmates of the Pilbara who are currently in the process of enquiring about hypnosis. Christina has helped me to turn my life around for the better and I am forever grateful for her help.” Thank you Christina Client from Cooloongup Stress, worries I was sceptical about using Hypnotherapy to help me deal with stress, but thankfully I listened to my wife and she phoned Christina and I can honestly say that I am very happy with the outcome after only 2 sessions. A client from Port Kennedy HypnoBirthing® "We feel we had an amazing birth experience. We attribute much of this to the Hypnobirthing course we undertook with you. My first "waves" started at about 2am on Tuesday 8th September. They were like very mild cramps and were occurring maybe 1 to 1.5 hours apart. By 8am when I got out of bed they had ceased. Earlier in the morning when I had gone to the bathroom I noticed the mucus plug had come away, but I didn't realise this until much later. Throughout Tuesday I rested and visualised the blue satin ribbons and the rose bud opening. I did not experience any further waves until 5pm when they commenced in earnest. John arrived home from work at about 5.30pm to find me in somewhat of a trance, pacing the hallway and stopping to lean against the wall to breath through each wave, as you had taught me. The waves started at 20 minutes apart and quickly became 8 - 10 minutes apart. By that stage I felt most comfortable lying on my side in bed. John sat next to me, held my hand and assisted me to relax. We listened to the birth affirmations early on, then the Rainbow Relaxation and some chanting, which was given to me by my yoga instructor. It all helped to take my mind off the intensity of each wave. It was a really beautiful part of our birthing experience - working so closely and lovingly as a team to assist our baby girl to enter the world. Following a particularly long wave (which we think may have signalled my transition to the second stage of birth) and some time in the bathroom emptying my bowels, John filled the bath for me. The warmth of the water was beautifully relaxing, but it wasn't quite deep enough to be comfortable. After only a few waves we realised they were 4 - 5 minutes apart and that it was time to go to the hospital. I would have much preferred to stay at home. We notified the hospital, packed our bags and birthing equipment in the car and headed off. During the car trip to hospital my waves started coming two minutes apart and it was a huge effort to get myself to the maternity ward. We arrived at about 10.10 pm. I emptied my bowels again, and shortly after felt the urge to push. It would be the strongest urge I have ever felt in my life. It took me by surprise. I didn't think I had transitioned to the second stage of birth. By then I knew the baby was very close. I managed to get onto the bed and lie on my side, which was comfortable. During the very next wave I put my hand between my legs and felt Aysha's head. I was again surprised at just how quickly she was going to greet the world. I was told to push, but tried hard not to. My body "pushed" on its own. Three waves later, at 10.52pm, our darling Aysha was born. Six hours had passed since my first real waves. She was put directly on my skin and John cut the umbilical cord after about 5 minutes. On reflection, the Hypnobirthing course was the most valuable of all our research / courses in preparing us for birth. I had visualised a 5 hour birth, and so am extremely happy that it was 6 hours. The breathing techniques, birth affirmations, rainbow relaxation, and our team work were the foundation of our first stage. We wish to thank you for your knowledge, support and guidance in shaping our wonderful birth experience." A HypnoBirthing couple from Fremantle HypnoBirthing® „Very short labour, woke up with contractions 4 minutes apart. Wasn't much time to put our practice into practice but the breathing, visualizations and Cd's helped and I think that it all happened so fast because I was much more relaxed and looking forward to the birth. A very satisfying birth. Thank you very much, I'll recommend you to anyone having a baby.“ HypnoBirthing couple from Northam HypnoBirthing® " I started to feel quite itchy and very poorly and my Dr diagnosed me with a pregnancy related liver complaint called Cholestasis. They decided to induce me at 38 weeks as it can cause problems for the baby. However my waters started to leak and unfortunately there was meconnium in them. That night they sent me up to King Edward hospital to be induced as they were worried about health of the baby (this was 4 weeks and 1 day earlier than she was due). Being induced wasn't our ideal situation and was very tough towards the end. After 11 hours my main midwife seemed to be very shocked that I wasn't screaming and in agony. She told me I had at least another 6 hours to go (she told Andy that I didn't seem to be in advanced labour yet) at which point I decided to have a light epidural because I was getting very tired and had started to be in a lot of pain, the thought of another 6 hours also really got me down. However the epidural didn't really work so she finally examined me and found that I was fully dilated, Evelyn was born 50 mins later (I don't think she could believe it). I knew deep down that I didn't have another 6 hours to go and I shouldn't have listened to her and trusted my instincts. I don't think she had seem a HypnoBirth before and my lack of screaming etc really threw her. It was a bit scary what with all the complications but I have to say the HypnoBirthing was invaluable. I managed to get into a really calm state and we had a really wonderful birthing experience. The birth took 12 hours from start to finish and she was in great shape when she was born. I managed to breast feed her within the 1st hour and we haven't looked back. She's a hungry little monster! Thanks very much for all the help with the HypnoBirthing. I would definitely recommend it to other people having a baby as it really helped us achieve a calm and wonderful birth . I know the midwives at King Edward were really impressed with the way that we handled the birth and how at peace I seemed despite being in advanced labour." HypnoBirthing couple Reflexology „I highly recommend Christina Macleod and her reflexology sessions. I am currently pregnant with my 3rd child and I wish I had known about Christina during my very first pregnancy. I have attended 5 sessions with Christina so far and have come to truly value the time I spend with her. Since my first session with Christina I have noticed a decrease in the amount and the severity of the headaches that I have been suffering from during this pregnancy. I have also noticed an improvement in the reflux/heartburn which has been bothering me. And yet the word that most comes to mind when describing Christina’s reflexology sessions is “calm”. This is because I feel an overwhelming sense of calmness upon finishing each session. It is a calmness that stays with me throughout the week and brings me strength. And it is a word that is very appropriate to describe Christina herself. Christina is a very gentle and caring woman who has real skills with people. Christina has gently inspired me to take a more holistic approach to my life and to begin to make changes to enable me to prioritize my physical and mental health. I really cannot thank Christina enough for all she has done for me. She has been a gentle but inspiring presence in my life and I have come to treasure my reflexology sessions with her. Thank you“ Pregnant mum from Triggs Reflexology "I have been having reflexology with Christina now since I was 25 weeks pregnant. I had never had reflexology on my feet before and have found the whole experience relaxing and rewarding. Each week that I have had a session, I felt the difference in many areas. I certainly have not had any mood swings or mood changes that one would expect in pregnancy. I have however held a bit of fluid and swelling in my hands and feet. But the reflexology has relieved these symptoms. Christina personally has been very supportive and I have looked forward to my session each week. She has been forthcoming with answer ring my questions when she is working on a particular area of my foot. And has ensured that I am comfortable and relaxed at each session. Each week I have left feeling relaxed, refreshed and a general overall feeling of well-being. Out of all the weekly activities I have taken part in during this pregnancy, I have found having the reflexology with Christina the most valueable. I will certainly bee seeing her after the baby is born as well as for future pregnancies." Pregnant mum from Riverton Reflexology for labour induction Hi Christina. I just wanted to thank you for the reflexology and insight into 'holding on to fears' last monday. I started getting mild contractions the next morning tuesday at 7am. This meant so much to me, as it stopped me having to be induced and meant i could feel how it was to start labour naturally and she could also come when she felt ready. So thank you thank you thank you. A mum from Armadale | 
