I have been very impressed with this service Darren is great and has helped with my binge eating and mental health issues I would use this service again.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2026.07.29
Denise thank you so much for this review. It's been a real pleasure working with you. You have worked really hard and made incredible progress on a number of fronts.
Fantastic service and got my golf game back on track
Instead of buying new clubs, I tried something different to fix my golf game: solution-focused hypnotherapy and mindset coaching with Darren.
Here’s what I think made the difference:
My Stress Bucket 🪣
I learned to stop filling it with pointless worry and realised that quality sleep (especially REM) is how you empty it overnight. Everything is easier when your mind has less to deal with during sleep.
Imagination Feels Real 🧠
Standing over a shot thinking “don’t hit the water” just puts water in your mind’s eye. I learned to picture my target, not my fears and your brain will follow suit.
The Reset Button 🔄
After a bad shot, I used a simple trigger a deep breath, a tap on his glove to reset. “That shot’s done” It broke the spiral and let me play the next shot fresh. Ending the cycle of those round breaking holes.
If you have never tried it before I would highly recommend trying it, it will help you on and off the golf course. You might not be looking to solve your golf game like me, but there will be something in your life that this can help with I am sure of that.
Date of experience: 23 February, 2026
Instead of buying new clubs, I tried something different to fix my golf game: solution-focused hypnotherapy and mindset coaching with Darren.
Here’s what I think made the difference:
My Stress Bucket 🪣
I learned to stop filling it with pointless worry and realised that quality sleep (especially REM) is how you empty it overnight. Everything is easier when your mind has less to deal with during sleep.
Imagination Feels Real 🧠
Standing over a shot thinking “don’t hit the water” just puts water in your mind’s eye. I learned to picture my target, not my fears and your brain will follow suit.
The Reset Button 🔄
After a bad shot, I used a simple trigger a deep breath, a tap on his glove to reset. “That shot’s done” It broke the spiral and let me play the next shot fresh. Ending the cycle of those round breaking holes.
If you have never tried it before I would highly recommend trying it, it will help you on and off the golf course. You might not be looking to solve your golf game like me, but there will be something in your life that this can help with I am sure of that.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2026.02.23
Thank you for this great review! You really took our work together to another level (well another sport) by winning that darts competition. The scorecard I'm sure will improve along with other areas of life as you build up the confidence.
Shaun West2025.12.12
I thoroughly enjoyed working with Darren. He took the time to clearly explain how the brain works and why we react in different ways.
Once you understand why you think the way you do, you can make better decisions and use that insight to improve performance. That’s exactly what I’ve taken away from working with Darren, and I’m already putting it into practice.
If you’re looking to improve your performance and are open to trying something a different, I’d highly recommend giving Darren a call.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2026.01.02
Thank you Shaun for sharing your review! I’m really chuffed you found our work together helpful. It’s always a pleasure to tailor practical, solution-focused approaches to fit your goals and see you put them into action. Collaboration is key, and your progress is a credit to your commitment. If you’d like to explore more strategies or tools, just let me know—always here to help.
Cameron Murray2025.07.09
Darren is knowledgeable and professional with a understanding, compassionate and flexible practice
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.07.09
Thank you Cam working with fellow veterans is always a real pleasure. You have come a long way since we first met. I can see the Cam You're looking for is emerging as we progress. Confidence is growing, and with that the anxiety levels lower. You are showing this in how you apply yourself at work and it's not gone unnoticed by what good things ate happening week to week!
Helen Wood2025.07.09
After an intense period of juggling family and work commitments, I felt burnout when trying to address my future and making good decisions in every aspect of my life. Despite having a plan, taking action just wasn’t happening as I ruminated on the negatives of ‘what if’ and potentially making the wrong life choices. Frustrated and stunned, I confided in a friend of mine who told me that she knew someone who could help me get back to being ‘me’. I’ve had 3 sessions so far and I feel very ‘understood’. Darren clearly explains the fundamentals of how our brain processes our ‘imagined and real’ experiences and how this affects our ability to function and manage burnout, stress and depression. His enthusiasm for explaining the facts is infectious. He is extremely supportive and I am now changing my thought processes and approaching life goals with a new perspective. I often find myself thinking back to our sessions and using what he has taught me. I’m only at the beginning of this journey but I feel much more confident and relaxed about serious aspects of my life that I am faced with. Thank you Darren for guiding me to this point. I really enjoy working together.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.07.09
Helen thank you so much for leaving a review so early in our work together. Saying that you do work hard during the therapy session and the time spent listening to the language pattern is paying off. I do thoroughly enjoy my work and am always delighted when a review comes in. Keep up the hard work and positivity, you're worth it.
Helen Thompson2025.06.27
I thought after years of very poor sleep habits I would never master a good nights sleep again!! Until I spoke to Darren who has helped me immensely. Not only to focus on helping me sleep better, but to help me understand the root causes, but more importantly how to deal with them, the how’s, why’s and when’s!!
Darren is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain everything so clearly. My one and only regret is I didn’t know of Darren before now! I can’t thank him enough for all the help and support he has given me over the last few months. I highly recommend him, you have nothing to lose, but you’d certainly gain from his knowledge and experience.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.09.04
Helen, thank you so much for your review, it's very much appreciated.I did not do this alone.You work hard to understand what goes on inside your head and look to find solutions.
Mark O'Hanlon2025.06.26
I would highly recommend Darren to everyone! He is such a decent person who has a wealth of knowledge and experience in which he uniquely tailors to clients. He truly goes above and beyond. If you are wondering whether to reach out to him, please do! You certainly will not regret it
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.09.05
Mark, it was such a pleasure working with you. Your enthusiasm and knowledge really shows through with what you do. I think we both learnt a lot and we both know how important it is to bo open to new ways to understand and improve who we are.
Richard Clarke2025.06.26
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Darren is very approachable and easy to get on with, when you meet him he immediately puts you at ease. Any preconceptions you may have about opening up to a stranger disappear within the first few moments of your exchange with him; it may be an often used cliché, but he really is ‘one of your own’ - a guy that has lived real life experiences and faced down his own demons. I’m forever grateful for how he got to the root cause of my issues within an hour of our first meeting and gently guided me to a place that I was able to to deal with them head on, every day. This was no mean feat, I have been having therapy for 30 odd years and never felt that any of the professionals I had previously seen could truly help me. Darren ‘got me’ it was a simple as that
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.06.27
Richard, thank you so much for your recommendation. You worked hard to get into position where you control your own mind, your reactions and more importantly you learned how to reflect, adapt and train your primitive (emotional) brain to respond differently.
Nigel Barber2025.06.25
I've had six sessions with Darren and I am pleased to say that I have learnt to calm myself down from a flight mode because something went wrong sent to wrong place my anxiety was sky high got my stroppy head on but managed to calm myself down and apologise to my the person who was taking the strop. Im also less negative more positive and I would like to say thank you to Darren for helping me get this far and hopefully be able to to get the full benefit from my upcoming mental health treatment I start tomorrow.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.09.04
Nigel, thank you so much for you're kind words. It's always good to work with a fellow veteran. Where my role is to provide support to access what you already know and open your mind to developing strategies for self-care.
Keri Bee Gee2025.06.06
recommends
Hypnotherapy with Darren has been enlightening and really helpful. My teenage Daughter and I have both had sessions. I am much more self aware and able to cope with my emotions. Darren is kind and gentle. Highly recommended.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.06.06
Thank you so much, Keri! 🙏
It's wonderful to hear how therapy has helped both you and your daughter develop that deeper self-awareness and emotional resilience. Working with neurodiverse clients is something I'm particularly passionate about - understanding how our unique brains work can be truly transformative.
I'm delighted that the sessions have given you both practical tools to work with your minds rather than against them. That's exactly what Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is all about - empowering you with knowledge and techniques that make a real difference.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Recommendations like yours mean the world to me and help other families who might benefit from this approach.
You know where I am if you need me.😊
darrenfinley.co.uk
Paul Fallon2025.06.02
recommends
I always thought PTSD was something the weak minded people only got and did not understand PTSD fully. Being a fellow veteran like Darren, 2 years after a serious car crash which nearly ended my life, it hit me suddenly like a bomb and it stayed. Darren is helping me fight my demons. Don't do it alone...
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.06.02
Thank you for sharing your story so openly, mate. 🙏
Your courage in speaking about PTSD helps break down those old misconceptions we all carried. PTSD isn't about weakness - it's about normal brains responding to abnormal experiences. After 30 years of knowing you, I've always seen your strength, and seeking help shows even more of it.
To any veterans reading this - you don't have to fight your demons alone. Whether it's PTSD, anxiety, depression, or any mental health struggle whether diagnosed or not, there's no shame in reaching out.
As someone who's walked this path myself, I understand the military mindset and the unique challenges we face. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help you regain control and find your way forward.
Free discovery calls available - let's talk about how I can support your journey.
Stay strong, brother. We've got this. 💪
Darren (Fin)
Veteran helping Veterans
Nigel Barber2025.06.01
recommends
I've known Darren for six months and I started some treatment with him and had three sessions with him and it's definitely making me think differently about how to handle stuff with my cptsd. I would recommend Darren
I have known Darren for many years and he is a great guy who really cares. Would not hesitate in recommending him to anyone who wants any stress relief and anything else on his field
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.06.02
Your kind words about our friendship over the years mean a lot to me. Knowing that you'd recommend my services to others is a real compliment.
For anyone reading this - I specialise in Solution Focused Therapy to help with stress, anxiety, sleep issues, PTSD, confidence building, and much more. Whether you're a veteran, business owner, or anyone looking for positive change, I'm here to help.
Free discovery calls are available to see if Clinical Solution Focused Therapy is for you.
Thank you again Peter for your trust and support!
Darren
Donna Bland2025.06.01
recommends
Darren explains how our brains work so clearly and it's amazing to experience those penny drop moments that relate to real life situations. Twinned with a nightly stress reducing narrative and after a few sessions I am more positive, confident and focused. Would definitely recommend Darren.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.06.01
Wow that is amazing to read. What makes my work so rewarding is when clients have those "penny deopping moments". Thank you Donna for taking the time to recommend me.
Jayne Fleet2025.05.23
We have know Darren for many years now and myself and my husband had some therapy around weight management. It was great, it has helped me to understand all about loosing weight and how the brain works.
Whole heartedly recommend Darren for any sort of counselling. You have nothing to loos, just lots to gain.
Thank you Darren
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.05.27
Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to hear how our work together has helped both you and your husband with weight management.
I'm particularly glad that understanding the brain's role in weight management and other areas resonated with you - that's exactly what Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is all about!
It's been a privilegeknow you both over the years, and I'm genuinely thrilled about the positive changes you've experienced.
Your recommendation means everything to me as I continue helping others achieve their goals through understanding how their minds work.
Wishing you both continued success on your journey!
Darren
VenInTheUk2025.05.20
Had some very enlightening therapy sessions with Darren. I understand how my mind makes decisions, and that I should avoid all those Polar Bear encounters.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.05.23
It was a pleasure, there are times when the "polar bear" moments will happen. But we have found your solutions, to your problems. Together, we worked on making long-lasting positive changes to your life. Keeping it going won't be as hard as some people would have you believe.
Luke Davison2025.02.14
It's absolutely breathtaking being able to open up and talk to another veteran, even more so when he's so understanding and has gone through the motions that I have as an individual. Darren is massively helping me he's already helped me with keeping my gum shield in and not throwing up due to my gag reflexing and now focusing on my anxiety and depression. That's again mucker.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.02.14
Hi Luke, thank you so much for your review. You have worked hard to make progress. Not so quickly to rush it, but you do what we were taught from week one day one, listened to the brief, thought it through and responded appropriately. I have no doubt you will continue to make progress at a pace that's good for you. It fills with me pride to work with you through finding ways to move forward.
Richard Clarke2025.02.12
Darren has helped me overcome some serious issues that I’ve been having at work over the last 3 months; so much so, that my mindset has improved immeasurably ! I wish I had come across him sooner
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.02.14
Richard it's been a real pleasure, what I admire about you is that you are prepared to take onboard the information and run with it. This is in the most part YOUR doing!
Keri Genari2025.02.10
I have had mental health issues for many years and hadn’t considered hypnotherapy until I met Darren. I have found the therapy interesting, enlightening and very relaxing. It is definitely helping me to change my mindset and become less negative. Darren is so kind and gentle that I would recommend him to anyone.
Reply from Darren Finley Solution Focused Hypnotherapy2025.02.10
Hello Keri, thank you for your review. It's a pleasure to see you see your understanding of the brain works and you are finding new ways (solutions) to deal with what goes on in your mind.
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