The LCCH International Team
The LCCH International Team
Meet your Lecturers
When you study with LCCH International, you are guided and supported by a group of talented and knowledgeable lecturers. With decades of collective experience, our educators draw on diverse backgrounds to offer an enriching and engaging learning journey. All qualified hypnotherapists, our team are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards as aligned with the core values of LCCH International.
Feisal Umar FBSCH
Feisal Umar is the co-founder and Director of LCCH International. He has worked in the Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) field for over 20 years and uses various therapeutic approaches to improve client treatment outcomes. His clinical hypnotherapy career has included volunteer positions at Mind in Greenwich and the Oncology Unit at St George’s Hospital. He is a Fellow of the British Society of Clinical Hypnosis and strives to promote the profile of hypnotherapy within the entire CAM industry.
Julia Lewis, MSc Clinical hypnotherapy, MBSCH
Head of Academic Studies
Julia Lewis is responsible for the academic assessment process within the college. She spent more than 25 years in the public sector and remains an advocate for positive psychology principles linked to workplace wellbeing. In hypnotherapy practice, Julia’s particular interest was linked to clients presenting with stress and anxiety-related issues. She now focuses on general hypnotherapy research, whilst retaining a particular interest in exploring treatment approaches in these areas.
Dr Stephanie Gentelle
Medical Associate Director
Dr Stephanie Gentelle is a highly qualified rheumatologist with many years’ experience working in
hospitals and establishing her practice in France.
Her training and experience have led her to develop a strong interest in chronic pain, as well as treating
chronic illnesses over the course of her career
As a result of her extensive research and travels, she has gained an in-depth understanding of the
relationship between body and mind.
She firmly believes that complementary and alternative medicine should be used in conjunction with
traditional medicine to provide patients with a comprehensive treatment plan.
Stephanie has worked in a chronic pain unit in France for two years and has been using clinical hypnosis
with patients to help alleviate their pain and cope with the psychological effects of chronic pain that they
experience.
Harold Wijetunge PDCH, MBSCH
Senior Lecturer
Harold Wijetunge has personally experienced the power of hypnosis and now helps his clients to transform their lives. He has learnt from spiritual masters from the east and west, interweaving their ideologies into his way of living and hypnotherapy practice. Harold teaches LCCH International students about the power of self-transformation.
Sarah Campbell
Senior Lecturer
Sarah Campbell is a dedicated and experienced practitioner with a profound passion for holistic healing. As a qualified homeopath and trained hypnotherapist, Sarah skilfully integrates these disciplines to create tailored approaches for her clients, supporting them on their journey to optimal wellness.
Her expertise extends further into specialised therapeutic techniques, including Attachment-Focused Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT). These tools allow Sarah to address complex emotional and psychological challenges, fostering deep and lasting healing.
Beyond her clinical practice, Sarah is deeply committed to education and mentorship. She takes immense pride in empowering the next generation of practitioners by sharing her extensive knowledge and experience as a Lecturer. Her approachable and inspiring teaching style makes her a valued member of the LCCHI faculty, where she plays a vital role in shaping future holistic practitioners.
Priya Ekanayaka, MSc Clinical hypnotherapy, MBSCH
Priya Ekanayaka started her journey as a physical therapist, quickly learning about the power of
the mind and body connection. She is a practising hypnotherapist, also working as a lecturer and tutor at LCCH International. Utilising a client-centred combination of psychodynamic and cognitive approaches, she helps clients to regain their personal power, take responsibility, and find freedom.
Abir Chatila
Lecturer
Abir Chatila has always been deeply committed to self-development and personal growth. Over the years, she has cultivated expertise in a range of transformative modalities, including EMDR, NLP, CBT, meditation, reiki, breathing, and mindfulness. It is through her personal journey that led her to discover the profound impact of hypnosis, igniting a passion that ultimately became her true calling. With a Practitioner Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy, Abir has dedicated herself to empowering individuals to unlock their full potential. Her journey, enriched by her volunteer work and dedication to charitable causes, reflects her deep commitment to inspiring growth and creating a positive impact within her community.
Georgia Watson
Lecturer
Georgia’s journey started in 1997, while studying humanities and psychology at Vilnius Pedagogical University, where she became deeply interested in the human psyche and the search for the most effective therapy methods. Always compassionate towards those suffering from addictions and trauma, Georgia was profoundly moved when she discovered hypnotherapy and its effectiveness in addressing the unconscious mind. With a special interest in working with individuals affected by childhood trauma, addictions, low self-esteem, and weight issues, Georgia is passionate about empowering people and helping them achieve mental, and emotional balance and well- being. She is trained in clinical hypnotherapy, ACT, and EMDR.
Stephanie Gibbs
Lecturer
Stephanie Gibbs is a practitioner of Clinical Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Reiki, and Sound Therapy. She has spent decades dealing with the stresses of working in high-level corporate settings in both the US and UK. Since graduating from LCCH with her diploma in clinical hypnotherapy in early 2024, she is now dedicating her skills and experience in supervising new students at LCCH and supporting clients internationally with managing occupational stress.
Catherine Ayensu, MSc
Catherine Ayensu earned her MSc in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 14 years ago. She incorporates Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment therapy into private practice with clients. Catherine has also worked with mental health organisation, MIND, and runs mindfulness groups and workshops in schools.
Gina Corbett, MBSCH, CNHC
Head Supervisor, Tutor, Examiner
Sarah Campbell
Lecturer
Sarah Campbell, is an enthusiastic and experienced practitioner with a passion for holistic healing. With her background as a qualified homeopath and trained hypnotherapist, she seamlessly blends the two to bring her clients optimal wellness. She is also highly trained in EMDR, particularly in the Solution Focused approach, and has been a practitioner of EFT for many years.
Sarah is dedicated to passing on her knowledge and experience and finds joy in supervising students and sharing her expertise as an assistant lecturer.
