A few things you may want to know before you begin.

Start with what is happening for you rather than trying to choose a therapy from its name.

You may feel overwhelmed, unable to switch off, low in confidence, stuck in an old pattern or simply feel that you are not quite yourself. Jo can listen to what is going on and discuss which approach may feel most appropriate.

You can also visit the How I Can Help page, which is organised around how you may be feeling rather than around individual therapies.

No. Jo’s approach is deliberately flexible. Different methods may be useful at different times, and the work does not have to fit neatly into one label.

Where appropriate, Jo can draw on different therapeutic, body-based and complementary approaches according to what you want to explore and what feels comfortable to you.

Yes. If you are unsure about a therapy, have a practical question or want to check whether an approach may be suitable for you, use the contact page before booking.

No. Hypnosis is not the same as being unconscious or asleep.

You are generally aware of what is happening and able to hear, think and respond throughout the session. Hypnosis involves focused attention rather than losing awareness.

No. Hypnotherapy is a collaborative process. You remain able to respond, speak and make choices during the session.

The theatrical idea of somebody taking complete control of another person is not how therapeutic hypnosis is approached.

RTT stands for Rapid Transformational Therapy. It is an approach that combines hypnotherapy with techniques intended to explore beliefs, memories and patterns that may be connected with a present-day difficulty.

Jo uses it as one of the approaches available within her broader therapeutic work rather than presenting it as a guaranteed solution for every issue.

Havening commonly uses gentle touch on areas such as the hands, upper arms and face.

Touch is always your choice. Havening Touch can also be self-applied, so you do not have to receive touch from Jo if you would prefer not to.

Not necessarily. You can work at a pace that feels appropriate and do not have to give a detailed account of something you would rather not describe fully.

No. It can involve awareness of posture, breathing, tension and movement, but it does not require strenuous physical activity.

The physical experiments may be very small — perhaps changing how you sit or stand, noticing your breathing or exploring how a different posture feels.

No. Some people come because they are interested in the spiritual or energetic traditions behind the practices, while others simply value having quiet time to rest.

You do not need to adopt a particular belief system to attend a session.

You remain fully clothed, usually lying comfortably while Jo places her hands gently on or just above different areas of the body.

There is no massage or physical manipulation involved.

No. They are complementary wellbeing practices and should not replace medical or psychological care when that is needed.

No. Pressure can be adjusted to suit you, and focused massage does not have to mean painfully deep massage.

You should feel able to communicate about pressure and comfort throughout the treatment.

Tell Jo about relevant health conditions, recent injuries, infections, medications, areas of pain and anything you would prefer her to avoid.

This helps her decide whether massage should proceed normally, be adapted or occasionally be postponed.

Yes. Appropriate draping is used so that only the area being worked on needs to be uncovered.

Microsuction uses a small suction device while the practitioner maintains a clear view of the ear canal.

Unlike ear irrigation, it does not involve flushing water into the ear.

No. Objects such as cotton buds can push wax deeper into the ear canal and may cause injury.

Sudden or rapidly worsening hearing loss should not simply be assumed to be ear wax. Appropriate medical assessment should be sought.

Bring something comfortable to lie on, such as a yoga or camping mat, together with a blanket and pillow or cushion.

Wear comfortable clothing and bring anything else that will help you settle for the session.

Current events, locations and ticket information are listed on the Heart of Transformation Eventbrite page.

View upcoming events on Eventbrite.

Yes. Facebook is used for announcements, photographs, event information and other sound bath updates.

Follow Heart of Transformation Sound Baths & Healing on Facebook.

Yes. Individual sound journeys can also be arranged. Use the contact page if you would like to ask Mark and Jo about a more personal sound experience.

You can use the Book a Session page to view the appointments currently available through Jo’s online booking system.

Appointment length can vary depending on the service or type of session. Check the details shown when booking or contact Jo if you are unsure which appointment to choose.

Please use the contact details or booking information provided with your appointment as soon as possible if you need to make a change.

Jo treats personal information and what is shared during sessions with care and respect. As with therapeutic and healthcare-related work generally, confidentiality may have legal or safeguarding limits in exceptional circumstances.

You can read more about how personal information is handled in the Privacy Policy.