Helping you to...manage Covid recovery
Aiding your recovery from Covid and Long Covid
Estimates of exactly how many people will be classified as having the chronic condition Long Covid are continually rising.
As of 12 February 2021, the UK Government predicts that 45% of patients will need some form of low-level medical or social input for recovery. This estimate is just the tip of the iceberg as the data does not give us a full picture.
Research shows that Covid is not simply a respiratory infection and that, although sufferers may have trouble breathing due to the infection within the lungs, the virus may also affect the respiratory centres in the brain.
The dominant symptoms in non-hospitalised patients are fatigue and breathlessness but you may suffer from neurological symptoms such as:
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headaches
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migraines
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tingling or weakness in the arms and legs
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lack of taste and smell
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cognitive problems such as brain fog
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issues with multitasking or focus.
Another cluster of symptoms is centred around the nervous system, such as: heart palpitations, dizziness and chest pain.
Currently 208 symptoms have been recognised, involving 10 organs.
Clinical research is in its infancy and expected to take at least three years before any recommendations can be made on how to restore health most effectively. In the meantime we can only speculate and postulate. Chances are that you have seen several professionals of different backgrounds but still don’t feel any better. It may start to affect your demeanour or mental health and your outlook on life.
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I would like to stress that I cannot give medical advice nor do I promise a miracle cure. However, I can share breathing techniques that have been found helpful to address oxygen deprivation, which in turn improves nitric oxide levels, interoception (how we feel) and allostasis (our ‘body-budgeting’ system).
I can also coach practices that may help reduce inflammation, re-regulate and restore brainwave rhythms, increasing the positive affect and disposition and hopefully reducing your suffering.
All people who have put in regular practice have noted a significant reduction of symptoms and a substantial number are (and hopefully remain) symptom-free.
A unique approach
Due to the personal nature of therapy, it's difficult to prescribe simply a "one size fits all" approach for a specific issue. My approach involves a blend of various therapy techniques, tailored specifically to provide you with the support and guidance that I feel would benefit you.
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If you have any questions about the modalities mentioned below, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
FRAMEWORKS & MODALITIES:
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What can I expect to invest?After the free consultation, every session* (including the longer introduction) is charged at £115 (€135), or £103.50 if you commit to 5 sessions at once (£517.50 / €675). My sessions tend to take between 1h - 1h30 and you will receive an email afterwards recapping what we discussed and agreed, as well as a copy of the recording if there is one. What you will also be investing in is time, attention and the intention to better your state of wellbeing. The attitude you bring to the treatment is enormously important. A client/therapist relationship is fundamentally collaborative: we work together to help you make the changes you would like to see in your life. The more positive and motivated you are, and the more time you invest outside the therapy room implementing what we discussed, the quicker you will feel the results. Your role in this process is more vital than mine, I am just your guide in this process. * Be aware if you are surfing around to compare prices that a typical ‘therapy hour’ lasts only 50 minutes elsewhere.
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What payment methods do you accept?Payment can be made by bank transfer: Payments in Pounds Sterling can be made out to Teal Therapy Mettle Sort Code 23-69-72 Account No. 27285364 Payments in Euros can be made out to Anneleen De Clercq KBC IBAN: BE83 7360 2785 3515
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Do you offer payment plans?If you are a student, on a low income or in difficult circumstances we can come to an arrangement, please get in touch to discuss.
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Can I pay using private medical healthcare?An increasing number of private medical insurers and Private Health Cash Plans in the UK cover hypnotherapy so it is worth checking whether it is included in your plan. Those which do will usually recognise CNHC registration for reimbursement, of which I am a member. Always check with your insurance provider first as specific levels of coverage and annual limits may apply.
