About Us
Hello! We are Kate and Victoria, and we founded Colchester Cognitive Hypnotherapy & Wellbeing Centre in 2024, bringing our own private practices together to better serve our clients.
We both received our Master Practitioner qualifications in Cognitive Hypnotherapy and in NLP from the internationally-renowned Quest Institute in London, and have since committed to investing in regular training to keep our knowledge and skills up-to-date with new findings in psychology, neuroscience and personal development.
You can find out more about us individually below.
Cognitive Hypnotherapist + Positive Psychologist + Coach
Victoria Ward
Hi, I’m Victoria. I have an MSc. in Positive Psychology which is known as the science of happiness and what makes life worth living. I use the principles of positive psychology along with cognitive hypnotherapy to help my clients make the changes they need to that will make their lives even more worth living. Outside of work I am mum to a rapidly growing teenage boy, two posh cats and a scruffy old dog.
You can find out more about me and my work at
Victoria Ward Hypnotherapy and
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Email: victoria@colchestercognitivehypnotherapy.co.uk
"I believe that there is no universal approach to therapy. I tailor high quality sessions specifically for each client, to reflect his or her individual personality and needs."
Victoria's qualifications
Master Practitioner Cognitive Hypnotherapy (DipCHyp)
Two years of study and practical training at the Quest Institute of Cognitive Hypnotherapy, London. Including the Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma (HPD).
Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology (MSc.)
A psychology masters from the University of East London including a final research paper on the benefits of psychedelic therapy retreats on positive wellbeing.
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP Master Practitioner)
The NLP Master Practitioner qualification is an advanced certification that builds on foundational NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) skills. It deepens understanding of how language, thought patterns, and behaviour influence outcomes.
Emotional Freedom Technique and Eye Movement Integration
EFT combines elements of cognitive therapy with acupressure by tapping on specific meridian points while focusing on emotional distress. Like EMDR, EMI is a therapeutic approach that uses guided eye movements to help clients process and resolve traumatic memories.
cognitive Hypnotherapist + NLP Practitioner
Kate Hickmore
I’ve always had a passion for helping people. I remember the careers teacher at school asking me what I wanted to do with my life. I didn’t know what, I just knew I wanted to make a difference to people.
I had my three children and was a stay-at-home-mum with them for years, (apart from the odd part time job that fitted with the school run). I completed a counselling course back in 2014, as I knew this path was calling me, but the timing just wasn’t right for me with a young family to continue with it.
As much as I loved my time at home with my family, I had completely lost sight of who I was. Coupled with a few challenging life situations, I was lost and exhausted. I had several sessions with a wonderful therapist that turned my life around. I trained with The Quest Institute in London and found my tribe. Now I get to make a difference to people’s lives the way I’ve always strived to. It’s such a privilege to be part of people’s growth, every day is rewarding.
While I’m not reading, learning, researching for my work, I love to get outside for a good walk. I’m a country girl at heart and the sight of a ploughed field and a tractor fills me with joy. Throw in a pub lunch and an open fire – that’s the perfect day right there.
You can find out more about me and my work at
Kate's qualifications
Master Practitioner Cognitive Hypnotherapy (DipCHyp)
I completed two years of study at the Quest Institute in London to attain Master Practitioner level, and also gained the Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma (HPD) from the National Council of Hypnotherapists.
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP Master)
The NLP Master Practitioner qualification is an advanced certification that builds on foundational NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) skills. It deepens understanding of how language, thought patterns, and behaviour influence outcomes.
Emotional Freedom Technique and Eye Movement Integration
EFT combines elements of cognitive therapy with acupressure by tapping on specific meridian points while focusing on emotional distress. Like EMDR, EMI is a therapeutic approach that uses guided eye movements to help clients process and resolve traumatic memories.
Continued Professional Development
I continue to invest in my professional development, and have completed courses including: Ollie Foundation Suicide Awareness, Confident Childbirth (hypnosis for birth), Hypnosis for Menopause.
Colchester Cognitive Hypnotherapy & Wellbeing Centre
Contact Us
Colchester Address
Park Lane Business Centre, Park Lane, Langham, Colchester, CO4 5WR
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