This presentation will guide practitioners through a patient’s cancer journey from initial diagnosis through their treatment path and beyond. It will give an introduction to cancer and the patients journey. Looking at the latest scientific research and approaches, it will enable participants to identify how hypnosis can be used and to be able to formulate hypnotic approaches and interventions to assist those going through the journey both psychologically and physically. Many 'real world' case histories will be given to demonstrate the real difference hypnotherapy can make in the patients journey and to give delegates confidence to become involved in this expanding and rewarding practice area.

Guest Speaker - Garry Coles

One of only a very small number of hypnotherapists in the UK (and probably Europe) to hold an MSc in Clinical Hypnotherapy. Practising as a full-time therapist for many years, Garry has busy private practices in five locations in London (Harley Street) and the south of the UK. Garry has consulted for over 19 years at a major hospital specialising in oncology-based hypnotherapy work. Garry is known throughout the world as a leading expert on using hypnosis with patients going through the cancer journey. He carried out groundbreaking research in the UK studying the effects of pre-surgical hypnosis on the recovery quality in breast cancer operations. Garry also practises from within a local GP surgery, with the GP's referring many of the patients directly. In addition, he receives hospital referrals and referrals from many other local GPs and health care professionals and has a global client base. Garry is a regular presenter, worldwide, at conferences and conventions as well as presenting his own popular masterclasses and mentoring services.