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Sleep Well: Understanding the Busy Mind at Bedtime

John Black


Organisation:
John Black (Beechwood Therapy)
Region:
Anywhere
Notice Period:
Regular (more than one month's notice)
Type:
Professional
Fee:
Unknown
Category:
Health
Updated:
26th October 2026
Tagged:
Sleep | Better Sleep | Therapy

Why is it that the moment your head touches the pillow, your mind decides to review the day, plan tomorrow and revisit a conversation from last week? When you feel tired but mentally wide awake, bedtime can become a source of frustration rather than rest.

In this accessible and reassuring talk, John Black of Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy explores the relationship between stress, overthinking and sleep. He explains how everyday pressures can follow us into the bedroom, and why trying harder to fall asleep can sometimes leave us feeling more alert.

Drawing on his work as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist, John discusses how daytime habits, evening routines and our expectations about sleep can influence how easily we settle. He introduces practical ideas for creating a gentler transition towards bedtime and responding to a busy mind with less frustration.

The emphasis is on understanding familiar patterns, making manageable adjustments and reducing the pressure to achieve a perfect night’s sleep.

With relatable examples and opportunities for reflection, this talk offers a fresh perspective on a common challenge: how to make more room for rest when your thoughts seem determined to keep you awake.

See John's website at www.beechwoodtherapy.co.uk

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About John Black

John Black is a therapist at Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy in Canterbury, Kent. His work focuses on helping people move towards greater calm, confidence and clarity, with an emphasis on positive change rather than dwelling on the past.

John’s talks explore everyday challenges that many people recognise: overthinking, stress, disrupted sleep, unwanted habits and the pressures of modern life. He explains ideas about the mind in straightforward language, making the principles behind his therapeutic approach accessible to audiences without a background in psychology.

His speaking topics include Breaking the Cycle of Overthinking, Emotional Resilience, Why Willpower Fails, Rewiring Bad Habits and Imposter Syndrome. He also explores subjects such as emotional eating, alcohol moderation and stopping smoking.

At the heart of John’s approach is an interest in how people can build on their existing strengths and take manageable steps towards the future they want. His talks encourage audiences to reflect on their own patterns of thinking and consider practical ways to respond differently to challenges.

John offers community groups, organisations and event audiences an introduction to Therapy and Hypnotherapy, alongside perspectives on managing thoughts, emotions and habits, with a focus on developing greater understanding, resilience and a positive outlook.


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