Originated in the early 1970’s by Richard Bandler and John Grindler. NLP can be described as a science, a process, a study, a set of procedures, a model and so on…Perhaps the easiest way of explaining NLP is to say it is a form of applied psychology that works! ‘The science of how the brain codes learning and experience’. In other words how the mind interprets information through our five senses ( sight, hearing , touch, smell, taste). Using NLP processes it is possible to‘re-programme’ negative thoughts and behaviour.

NLP is based on the idea that with our senses we are able to perceive only a small part of the world. Our view of the world is filtered by our biology, experience, beliefs, values and assumptions. We act and feel based on our perception of the world rather than the real world. NLP calls each individual's perception of the world their 'map'. NLP teaches that our mind-body (neuro) and what we say (linguistic), interact together to form our perceptions of the world, or maps (programming). Each person's map of the world determines feelings and behavior. Therefore, impoverished - and unrealistic - maps can restrict choices and result in problems.

As an approach to personal development or therapy it involves understanding that people create their own internal 'map' or world, recognizing unhelpful or destructive patterns of thinking based on impoverished maps of the world, then modifying or replacing these patterns with more useful or helpful ones. There is also an emphasis on ways to change internal representations or maps of the world in order to increase behavioral flexibility

It is a fast, effective and safe way of curing phobias, removing unwanted habits and helping with trauma. Michelle incorporates NLP techniques to relieve stress, improve self confidence and self esteem, enhance sport/athletic performance. The principles of NLP can benefit virtually any area of enterprise.