You Don’t Have to Dig Up the Past to Move Forward
John Black
- Organisation:
- John Black (Beechwood Therapy)
- Region:
- Anywhere
- Notice Period:
- Regular (more than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Professional
- Fee:
- Unknown
- Category:
- Life Skills
- Updated:
- 27th October 2026
- Tagged:
- Psychology | Therapy | Hypnotherapy
Does making positive changes always mean revisiting difficult memories? Many people hesitate to seek support because they worry they will have to talk in detail about experiences they would rather leave behind.
In this accessible and reassuring talk, John Black of Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy introduces a solution focused approach that places strengths, possibilities and practical progress at the centre of the conversation.
Drawing on his work as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist, John explores how identifying what we want to be different can help us find a useful starting point. He discusses the value of noticing what is already working, recognising overlooked abilities and taking small, manageable steps towards a preferred future.
This talk acknowledges that our past matters, while exploring why detailed discussion of past experiences is not essential to every therapeutic approach. The emphasis is on choice, collaboration and finding a way forward that feels appropriate to the individual.
With everyday examples and opportunities for reflection, John invites audiences to consider a hopeful question: what would you notice if life began to feel a little better? Sometimes, recognising the next small step can make change feel more achievable.
To enquire about this talk or book John as a speaker, please contact:
John Black Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy Website: www.beechwoodtherapy.co.uk
Views: 20 | Enquiries: 0About 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.
Other Talks on SpeakerNet by John Black
- Hypnosis: Myths, Misconceptions and What Really Happens
- Breaking the Cycle of Overthinking
- Why Willpower Fails: The Psychology of Changing Habits
- Sleep Well: Understanding the Busy Mind at Bedtime
- The Anxious Mind: Understanding Your Inner Alarm System
- Imposter Syndrome: When Success Doesn’t Feel Like Enough
- Emotional Eating: Why Food Can Become More Than Fuel
- Hypnotherapy for IBS: Understanding the Gut–Brain Connection
- Secrets of the Stage Hypnotist
- The Genius of Milton Erickson
- How to Cope with Stress: Finding Calm in Everyday Life
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