Voice meets Betty Cottam Bertels a Rapid Transformational Coach based in Newport, whose revolutionary form of therapy can help people break free from the constraints of their past and lead a happier and freer life.

Hi Betty, good to meet you. Tell us what you do?

Hello! I am a Rapid Transformational Coach. You may not have heard of one of those before, so allow me to explain. In short, my job is to help people to become happy and free. A person might come to me battling anxiety or depression, or struggling with some kind of addictive behaviour that they are desperate to shift. This behaviour is usually happening because they feel in some way not good enough. They have often ‘tried everything’, so they come to me highly motivated and ready to change. Through the practice of RTT, combined with coaching, I help them to visualise the life they want, and transform into a happier, freer, more motivated version of themselves.

Hang on a minute, what is RTT?

RTT stands for Rapid Transformational Therapy. It is a revolutionary approach, pioneered by the phenomenal ‘therapist to the stars’, Marisa Peer. It is an incredible new super-therapy that does away with the convention of visiting a therapist over a period of months, or even years, instead giving powerful results in just one to three sessions. RTT incorporates the power of hypnosis to access limiting beliefs that were formed in the past and stored in the subconscious. These beliefs, usually about not being good enough on some level, are often formed at such a young age, and are so integral to how we see ourselves and the world, that, amazingly, we are actually often completely unaware of holding them at all. Because we can’t fix what we don’t understand, what we do in RTT is identify the belief, and establish when and where it was formed. Then, once we know what we’re dealing with, we are able to let it go. Finally, and crucially, we update our ‘software’ by installing some better, wholly more supportive beliefs, resulting in a new found sense of freedom, to live the life of our dreams.

So you are effectively reinstalling your operating system, just like you might do on a slow-running device, to get it working more efficiently?

Exactly! But that is just the beginning. What I do, to ensure incredible, lasting results for my clients, is combine RTT with coaching – thereby going the next step, and adding to the subconscious work by also implementing strategy, which occurs on a conscious level. This means the actual day-to-day nuts and bolts of how we set about achieving the life of our dreams. Combining both modalities ensures clients get the results they want. It is such a wonderful experience to see that change take place; it can happen right there before my eyes, in the session. It’s often like a physical weight is lifted, or a veil has been removed and the client can suddenly connect the dots, clearly seeing the cause of their unwanted behaviour. At other times, change might happen retroactively, or sometimes more gradually, but there is always a shift in the month that follows. People get their sparkle back. It is an incredibly effective way of working.

So you are effectively reinstalling your operating system, just like you might do on a slow-running device, to get it working more efficiently?

Exactly! But that is just the beginning. What I do, to ensure incredible, lasting results for my clients, is combine RTT with coaching – thereby going the next step, and adding to the subconscious work by also implementing strategy, which occurs on a conscious level. This means the actual day-to-day nuts and bolts of how we set about achieving the life of our dreams. Combining both modalities ensures clients get the results they want. It is such a wonderful experience to see that change take place; it can happen right there before my eyes, in the session. It’s often like a physical weight is lifted, or a veil has been removed and the client can suddenly connect the dots, clearly seeing the cause of their unwanted behaviour. At other times, change might happen retroactively, or sometimes more gradually, but there is always a shift in the month that follows. People get their sparkle back. It is an incredibly effective way of working.

What is the most common problem people contact you for/that you’re able to help with?

Anxiety. Depression. Lack of confidence. Weight issues/overeating. Hiding away from the world. A sense of not really knowing the purpose of it all. Wanting to experience more joy, and take a purposeful leap forward in life.

How long do clients tend to work with you?

I currently offer my unique blend of RTT plus coaching as a one, two, or threemonth package. Depending on how committed you are to radically overhauling your life. One month can be enough to get you back on track, but if you’re dealing with more complex issues, it might be advisable to book two or three months. Often one session will resolve one issue, but may reveal something else you then want to work on. Three months is fairly comprehensive – a real life-changing experience.

How long do clients tend to work with you?

I currently offer my unique blend of RTT plus coaching as a one, two, or threemonth package. Depending on how committed you are to radically overhauling your life. One month can be enough to get you back on track, but if you’re dealing with more complex issues, it might be advisable to book two or three months. Often one session will resolve one issue, but may reveal something else you then want to work on. Three months is fairly comprehensive – a real life-changing experience.

What’s the best thing someone has said about working with you?

“Betty has helped me go from a man on the edge to someone with a firm foundation beneath him. I sleep better, have regained my centre, and overall have a much more positive attitude, both outwards and inwards. I feel like a new man.” This client was delighted to be able to come off his antidepressants, too.

Betty, it sounds amazing. What do you suggest to someone who likes what they’ve read, and wants to know more about working with you?

Well, first, I say, congratulations! It is amazing you have acknowledged you are ready to take action towards a joyful, free, more purposeful life. We have to celebrate these turning points in life, so (metaphorically or not) pop that Prosecco!. Then, later, when the bubbles subside, feel free to check out my website, and make sure you follow my Facebook page. I frequently do live videos there, talking about myself and my approach. You can find out about my groups, and read my clients’ testimonials. If you like what you see or hear online, and you think we’ll be a good fit, get in touch to arrange a free 20-minute, no obligation, discovery call. I’d love to hear how I can be of service to you in your transformation.

Betty, it’s been a pleasure. Thank you for your time and your wisdom. Do you have any parting words for us?

Thank you so much for featuring me in Voice. Sending everyone who’s struggling so much love. Life can be really tough at times. Be kind to yourselves. I wish you all every happiness and success.

For more information about the work Betty does, visit www.bettycottambertels.com

Contact Betty via Facebook at www.facebook.com/RTTBetty/ or by email: betty@bettycottambertels.com