It is often possible to alleviate the symptoms of eczema and psoriasis using a variety of techniques from the fields of hypnotherapy and NLP. Sometimes a total cure has been achieved quickly and easily.

What is Eczema?

Eczema, or dermatitis as it is sometimes called, is a group of skin conditions which can affect all age groups. In the United Kingdom, up to one fifth of all children of school age have eczema, along with about one in twelve of the adult population. The severity of the disease can vary. In mild forms the skin is dry, hot and itchy, whilst in more severe forms the skin can become broken, raw and bleeding. Although it can sometimes look unpleasant, eczema is not contagious. With treatment the inflammation of eczema can be reduced, though the skin will always be sensitive to flare-ups and need extra care.

What causes Eczema?

The causes of eczema are many and varied, and depend on the particular type of eczema that a person has. Atopic eczema is thought to be a hereditary condition, being genetically linked. It is proposed that people with atopic eczema are sensitive to allergens in the environment which are harmless to others. In atopy there is an excessive reaction by the immune system producing inflamed, irritated and sore skin. Associated atopic conditions include asthma and hay fever. Other types of eczema are caused by irritants such as chemicals and detergents, allergens such as nickel, and yeast growths. In later years eczema can be caused by a blood circulatory problems in the legs. The causes of certain types of eczema remain to be explained, though links with environmental factors and stress are being explored.

Our Aims

Are to help you manage and/or eliminate the discomfort you may experience as a result of having eczema.To enable you to break the scratch/ -itch/scratch cycle and start to live a less stressful life.

Techniques Commonly used

We use hypnotherapy and NLP to help you alleviate your symptoms. We recommend an initial 2 hour appointment followed by 2-3 one hour appointments if necessary. We have a separate page on psoriasis. For more information on treatments of psoriasis.