Face scans and procedures with calmness and confidence.

Medical procedures such as scans, treatments and hospital visits can trigger strong anticipatory responses in the brain. Even when we understand the purpose of a procedure, the brain may still respond with fear, muscle tension and heightened alertness.

This session focuses on preparing both mind and body for medical procedures.

Participants learn practical techniques using hypnosis, breathwork and psycho sensory skills that help guide attention and reduce the brain’s stress response.

These techniques can be used before appointments and during procedures to help create a greater sense of confidence and steadiness.

Understanding what is happening in the brain during moments of stress often helps people approach procedures with greater clarity and control.

Programme Participation

This workshop is primarily designed for new attendees who would like to learn the core skills of the programme. Previous participants are very welcome to revisit the workshop as a refresher, and many find returning once a quarter helpful for reinforcing their learning. Weekly Reset sessions run every week and all participants are welcome to attend these regularly – please contact hello@brainstrust.org.uk for more details. Participants may also join the ‘Hypnotherapy for Calmness and Confidence Through Processes’ and ‘A Dose of Neuroscience’ sessions whenever they wish.

About Louise Baker

Louise Baker MSc is an applied neuroscientist and hypnotherapist who specialises in translating neuroscience into practical wellbeing tools. She holds a Master’s degree in Neuroscience and the Psychology of Mental Health from King’s College London and works alongside brainstrust supporting people living with brain tumours and their carers.