Holistic Anxiety Hypnotherapy

Anxiety is characterized by a high level of concern or fear about potential events, rather than current circumstances. In Australia, anxiety disorders are the prevalent form of mental health issue, impacting 25% of individuals at some point in their lives.

Anxiety causes both mental and physical symptoms. Everyone has a unique experience, but you may feel the following:

• Worry
• Over thinking
• Heart palpitations
• Tenseness
• Headaches
• Waking up at night
• Fear
• Panic attack
• Knots in stomach

• Insomnia
• Perfectionism / Fear of Failure
• Critical Self Talk
• Over Thinking
• High Need for Control
• Nail Biting / Compulsive Behaviour
• Over Responsibility
• Over Drinking, Substance, Smoking

1. Avoidance – We avoid taking action or tackling the problem.
2. Global – Focus on feelings to assess and have no process to resolve. In reality, our feelings may be incorrect compared to what is actually happening.
3. Internal Orientation – Anxiety is fear of what might happen – imagination – overthinking and overanalysis.
4. Compartmentalization – Can't turn off our mind. Overthink the problem. Thus, we teach you skills to park it.
5. Intolerance for Ambiguity – We catastrophise the problem – imagine the worst-case scenario. The unknown of what might happen.
6. External Locus of Control – We feel that we don’t control anything and it's the outer world that we need to control. In reality, we need to change our inner world.
7. Future Orientation – We have a negative expectancy and the future looks bleak. We worry about what might happen.
8. Stable Attribution – We forget we have the ability to change, even though the problem may be a long-standing one.

1. Distinction between what they can control and what they cannot.
2. Distinction between what they are responsible for and what they are not.
3. Distinction between what is probable and what is merely possible.
4. Distinction between what is worth worrying about and what is not.
5. Distinction between how much analysis is useful and how much is overanalysis.
6. Distinction between when they should go with their feeling and when they should not.
7. Distinction between what they imagine and what is real.

Experience a powerful blend of Hypnotherapy, Strategic Psychotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and coaching, all tailored to your strengths. This approach dives into your subconscious patterns, respecting your unique journey. With Strategic Psychotherapy and coaching, you’ll take proactive steps, while NLP helps you harness the power of your thoughts and feelings. Coaching boosts your personal growth, resilience, and self-love. This combination not only helps you heal from anxiety but also empowers you for lasting positive change. Gain the strength, support, and practical tools you need to create your own future.

Yes, hypnotherapy is very safe for anxiety. Hypnotherapy creates a safe space where you feel comfortable, calm, and at ease. A 2015 review published in the academic journal Complementary Therapies in Medicine# found there were no adverse effects of hypnotherapy when treating anxiety.

Sessions last for 60 minutes. This gives me time to treat both the mind and the body. The first session lasts for 90 minutes. All other sessions are 60 minutes each.

Beginning:

Typically, each session begins with a discussion of what’s happened since your last session. This gives us a clear idea of the progress you feel you’ve made and what areas we need to focus on.

Middle:

You’ll sit back, relax, and listen as you receive hypnotherapy (most clients’ favourite part of the session!).

End:

Finally, we’ll discuss what actions need to take place between this session and your next to ensure your healing continues.

• 3 to 6 sessions: Many people start noticing positive changes in how they feel about themselves and handle situations after just a few sessions.
• 6 to 10 sessions: For deeper, more lasting shifts in core beliefs and self-confidence, this range is common.
• Ongoing or booster sessions: Some people benefit from occasional follow-ups to reinforce gains or address new challenges.

• Accessing the Subconscious Mind
  Hypnotherapy offers a unique approach by inducing a relaxed and focused state, similar to guided meditation. This state enables access to the subconscious mind, where many negative beliefs about oneself often reside. By bypassing the critical and analytical aspects of our thinking, hypnotherapy allows us to address deep-seated emotional patterns effectively.
• Identifying Root Causes
  One of the key strengths of hypnotherapy lies in its ability to uncover early life experiences or internalized messages that shape our self-perception. Phrases like “I’m not good enough” or “I always fail” may stem from these formative moments. Once we bring these limiting beliefs into our awareness, we can challenge and reprogram them for a healthier mindset.
• Reframing Limiting Beliefs
  Using techniques such as suggestion and guided imagery, a hypnotherapist assists you in transforming your inner dialogue. You learn to replace negative self-talk with positive and empowering affirmations. Visualizing yourself achieving success, exuding confidence, and feeling worthy becomes an integral part of this process. As you reinforce new beliefs—like “I am capable,” “I belong,” and “I handle challenges well”—you foster a more positive self-image.
• Building Emotional Resilience
  Hypnotherapy also plays a crucial role in enhancing emotional stability. It helps you manage common barriers to self-confidence, such as anxiety, fear of failure, or fear of judgment. By addressing these issues through hypnotherapy, you can build greater resilience in your emotional landscape.
• Creating Mental Rehearsals
  In this therapeutic state, you engage in mental rehearsals of success—whether it’s delivering a speech, excelling in an interview, or establishing personal boundaries. This practice creates a sense of familiarity and safety that the brain interprets as confidence, allowing you to approach real-life situations with assurance and poise.

1. Initial Conversation and Goal Setting
2. Explanation of Hypnotherapy
3. Induction (Entering Hypnosis)
4. Deepening the Hypnotic State
5. Therapeutic Suggestions & Visualization
6. Post-Hypnotic Suggestions
7. Gradual Awakening
8. Discussion and Feedback

The effects of hypnotherapy for anxiety are long-lasting, especially when the work is done thoroughly and supported by ongoing positive habits. We work on the following:

1. Working at the Subconscious Level
2. Reprogramming Thought Patterns
3. Emotional Integration

Look for someone who has completed a comprehensive hypnotherapy training program from a recognized institution.

In Australia, a hypnotherapist should be a member of one of the below reputable organizations:

• International Strategic Psychotherapist Association (ISPA)
• Australian Hypnotherapy Association (AHA)
• Hypnotherapy Council of Australia (HCA)

Hypnotherapy for Anxiety-Related Sleep Problems

Hypnotherapy serves as a powerful tool for enhancing sleep affected by anxiety. Here’s how it can make a difference:

Encourages Deep Relaxation

Hypnosis gently leads you into a state of deep relaxation, soothing your nervous system and alleviating the physical tension caused by anxiety. This calming effect prepares both your body and mind for a restful night’s sleep.

Calms Racing Thoughts

Anxiety often brings about intrusive thoughts that can keep you awake at night. Through hypnotherapy, these persistent mental patterns can be quieted, allowing for a shift in focus towards more calming and positive thoughts.

Reprograms Subconscious Beliefs

In many cases, insomnia linked to anxiety stems from fears or worries about not being able to sleep (for example, “I’ll never fall asleep” or “If I don’t sleep, I’ll fail tomorrow”). Hypnosis works to replace these negative beliefs with comforting affirmations such as:

• “My body knows how to relax and achieve deep sleep.”
• “I release my worries and invite restful slumber.”

Enhances Sleep Hygiene and Routine

Hypnotherapists often pair their sessions with practical tips for establishing better sleep habits and pre-sleep rituals. This approach reinforces positive behaviors on a subconscious level.

Addresses Underlying Causes of Anxiety

Additionally, hypnotherapy delves into the root causes of anxiety that may be affecting your sleep. By addressing these underlying issues, it promotes overall emotional balance.

In summary, hypnotherapy not only aids in improving sleep quality but also tackles the anxiety that disrupts it, leading to more peaceful nights and refreshed mornings.

Hypnotherapy for Anxiety in High-Pressure Jobs

Hypnotherapy can be an effective approach for managing anxiety, especially in high-pressure professions. Here’s a closer look at why it works so well:

Deep Relaxation and Stress Reduction

Hypnotherapy activates the body's natural relaxation response, which helps lower cortisol and adrenaline levels. By doing so, it alleviates the chronic stress that many professionals face, bringing calmness to both the mind and body.

Reprogramming Negative Thought Patterns

Anxiety often arises from deep-seated beliefs, such as the fear of failure or a tendency towards perfectionism. Through hypnosis, individuals can replace these negative thoughts with positive affirmations that build confidence, making them feel more resilient and capable in their roles.

Improved Focus and Emotional Regulation

By reducing anxiety, hypnotherapy enhances focus and decision-making skills—qualities that are essential in high-stakes environments where clarity is crucial.

Coping Skill Enhancement

Hypnotherapy can equip individuals with mental "anchors" or strategies that allow them to quickly regain composure during stressful situations, such as meetings or presentations.

Promotes Better Sleep and Recovery

Through improved sleep quality facilitated by hypnotherapy, professionals can achieve better mental clarity and emotional stability at work.

In summary, hypnotherapy offers valuable tools for those navigating the challenges of high-pressure jobs by fostering relaxation, enhancing focus, and promoting overall well-being.

Yes. Online hypnotherapy is available and just as effective as in-person sessions for many clients. It allows you to relax in your own space and still access the same calming, therapeutic guidance. It’s a flexible option, especially if you're working long hours or living outside of central Melbourne.

Yes. Hypnotherapy can be especially helpful for those who experience social anxiety or panic attacks. It helps calm the fear response and rewire the thoughts that drive overwhelming feelings in social or high-pressure settings. Over time, it supports more grounded confidence and a sense of ease in situations that once felt intense.

Absolutely. Hypnotherapy is often used by professionals dealing with deadlines, high expectations, or performance reviews. It reduces overthinking, strengthens focus, and builds confidence in presentations, interviews, or leadership roles. Many clients report feeling more present and less reactive under pressure.

Simply send me a message using the enquiry/booking form or book in a 30-minute free discovery call, and I’ll be in touch!

If you’d prefer a quick chat before booking a session, feel free to call me on 0411 11 4587.

I look forward to meeting you!