Hypnotherapists in Otago
As a Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in guiding individuals and couples towards profound personal insight and behavioural transformation. Drawing on the Zen concept of 'Kensho' – seeing into one's true nature – I empower clients to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma and other mental health concerns that hinder their relationships, careers, and overall well-being. Whether you're navigating stress, low mood, or the lingering effects of past personal trauma, I offer a compassionate and tailored path to healing.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in guiding individuals and couples towards profound personal insight and behavioural transformation. Drawing on the Zen concept of 'Kensho' – seeing into one's true nature – I empower clients to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma and other mental health concerns that hinder their relationships, careers, and overall well-being. Whether you're navigating stress, low mood, or the lingering effects of past personal trauma, I offer a compassionate and tailored path to healing.
Do you feel like your mind and body are being hijacked by recent or old traumatic events? Do you feel like you lose control of your thoughts and behaviour? Are you being held back from living the life you want? Of being the parent, partner, colleague or leader, you want to be? You are frustrated that you can't shake it off? It's exhausting and affecting your relationships and coping skills. You just want to be free of it and get on with your life. You may also be holding back from getting professional support because you can't bear to talk about it. What if you could resolve this with minimal talking and time?
Do you feel like your mind and body are being hijacked by recent or old traumatic events? Do you feel like you lose control of your thoughts and behaviour? Are you being held back from living the life you want? Of being the parent, partner, colleague or leader, you want to be? You are frustrated that you can't shake it off? It's exhausting and affecting your relationships and coping skills. You just want to be free of it and get on with your life. You may also be holding back from getting professional support because you can't bear to talk about it. What if you could resolve this with minimal talking and time?
RTT is a groundbreaking approach that combines hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, and the latest neuroscience.
I help mothers overcome anxiety and regulate their nervous system so they can move from feeling constantly overwhelmed, reactive, and drained to feeling calm, safe within themselves, and truly able to enjoy and thrive in motherhood.
I’ve been there! I know what it’s like to feel exhausted, anxious, and snappy, and I know how freeing it feels to finally feel safe within yourself.
Because when your nervous system feels safe again, everything changes.
I am a mother, hold a Master of Science in Psychology, and am a certified RTT Therapist running my private practice since 2018. Work with me in person or online.
RTT is a groundbreaking approach that combines hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, and the latest neuroscience.
I help mothers overcome anxiety and regulate their nervous system so they can move from feeling constantly overwhelmed, reactive, and drained to feeling calm, safe within themselves, and truly able to enjoy and thrive in motherhood.
I’ve been there! I know what it’s like to feel exhausted, anxious, and snappy, and I know how freeing it feels to finally feel safe within yourself.
Because when your nervous system feels safe again, everything changes.
I am a mother, hold a Master of Science in Psychology, and am a certified RTT Therapist running my private practice since 2018. Work with me in person or online.
Better Self - Better Relationships - Better World. If you're wanting more confidence in yourself, more trust in your relationships, and more acceptance in the world, then I may be able to help. You'll find me an active listener. Through evidence-based interventions, I'll build a supportive therapeutic alliance with you, enabling you to achieve positive change. However, this requires your commitment to effort, time, and investment. The average course is some half dozen sessions, while deeper issues generally need more. Currently, I'm able to offer $945 as prepayment for 6 standard 50-minute sessions - more than a 10% discount.
Better Self - Better Relationships - Better World. If you're wanting more confidence in yourself, more trust in your relationships, and more acceptance in the world, then I may be able to help. You'll find me an active listener. Through evidence-based interventions, I'll build a supportive therapeutic alliance with you, enabling you to achieve positive change. However, this requires your commitment to effort, time, and investment. The average course is some half dozen sessions, while deeper issues generally need more. Currently, I'm able to offer $945 as prepayment for 6 standard 50-minute sessions - more than a 10% discount.
Online Therapists
Jason is a trauma informed behavioural psychology counsellor who works privately in addition to Aoake te Ra (bereavement by suicide), PHO/GP referred counselling for all ages including youth, Age Concern (senior counsellor) using MindBody therapy.
Jason is a trauma informed behavioural psychology counsellor who works privately in addition to Aoake te Ra (bereavement by suicide), PHO/GP referred counselling for all ages including youth, Age Concern (senior counsellor) using MindBody therapy.
I am trained in Pluralism, including CBT, Creative Expressive, Gestalt, and Clinical Hypnotherapy, but I my specialty is Somatic Trauma Therapy.
Greetings. My name is Hamish and I'm here to support you in making peace with anxiety and strong emotions. My modality is a "bottom-up" therapy, based on awareness of emotions in the body. We can spend our lives avoiding, resisting, and guarding against unpleasant feelings and situations. My invitation is for you to find a safe, supported space, where you can learn to be present with your emotions, without feeling overwhelmed. You will learn to pivot from distress to calm, without ignoring difficult feelings, to relax and move THROUGH difficult emotions, and you will take the lead in your own healing.
I am trained in Pluralism, including CBT, Creative Expressive, Gestalt, and Clinical Hypnotherapy, but I my specialty is Somatic Trauma Therapy.
Greetings. My name is Hamish and I'm here to support you in making peace with anxiety and strong emotions. My modality is a "bottom-up" therapy, based on awareness of emotions in the body. We can spend our lives avoiding, resisting, and guarding against unpleasant feelings and situations. My invitation is for you to find a safe, supported space, where you can learn to be present with your emotions, without feeling overwhelmed. You will learn to pivot from distress to calm, without ignoring difficult feelings, to relax and move THROUGH difficult emotions, and you will take the lead in your own healing.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist and director of Serenity Psychology. I have been practicing for over a decade and have a special interest in ADHD assessment and treatment, couples therapy/ couples counselling anxiety and stress, depression, trauma, bi-polar, sexual challenges, obsessions and compulsions and more. I understand that each individual situation is unique and I treat each case with care and understanding, in order to accurately facilitate compassionate, effective change.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist and director of Serenity Psychology. I have been practicing for over a decade and have a special interest in ADHD assessment and treatment, couples therapy/ couples counselling anxiety and stress, depression, trauma, bi-polar, sexual challenges, obsessions and compulsions and more. I understand that each individual situation is unique and I treat each case with care and understanding, in order to accurately facilitate compassionate, effective change.
Ready for change/growth? Visit me at my healing counselling space at our hobby farm right by Mt Oxford conservation park. I have over 20 years experience working with people from all walks of life. 18 years with the District Health Board across a range of areas. I have skills and training to work with significant trauma, including sexual and other trauma, identity issues, health and ageing, life changes; to assist you to meet your full life potential. I provide individual and couple counselling all underpinned with the foundational base of Transactional Analysis psychotherapy. I incorporate many other modalities into our therapy.
Ready for change/growth? Visit me at my healing counselling space at our hobby farm right by Mt Oxford conservation park. I have over 20 years experience working with people from all walks of life. 18 years with the District Health Board across a range of areas. I have skills and training to work with significant trauma, including sexual and other trauma, identity issues, health and ageing, life changes; to assist you to meet your full life potential. I provide individual and couple counselling all underpinned with the foundational base of Transactional Analysis psychotherapy. I incorporate many other modalities into our therapy.
Specialised in Relationship Couples Counselling Intensives and EMDR Therap in Auckland. MNZAC Registered with NZAC, specialising in relationships and areas that frequently impact relationships such as conflict, addiction, pornography addiction, anxiety, and sexuality. . Having trained with world-renowned teachers and worked in international world-leading addiction residential treatment centres, facilitated relationship workshops, designed and led corporate programmes and speaks on communication, emotional intelligence, relationships and resilience at conferences. Regularly asked for media commentary on national print, radio and tv.
Specialised in Relationship Couples Counselling Intensives and EMDR Therap in Auckland. MNZAC Registered with NZAC, specialising in relationships and areas that frequently impact relationships such as conflict, addiction, pornography addiction, anxiety, and sexuality. . Having trained with world-renowned teachers and worked in international world-leading addiction residential treatment centres, facilitated relationship workshops, designed and led corporate programmes and speaks on communication, emotional intelligence, relationships and resilience at conferences. Regularly asked for media commentary on national print, radio and tv.
Welcome! You've made the courageous decision to address the challenges in your life. If you prefer a solution focused, accelerated therapy, I might be the right therapist for you: As a senior clinical psychologist, EMDR therapist & supervisor, I'm committed to supporting you towards a more fulfilling life in harmony with your values & aspirations. EMDR is a highly effective, neuro-psychology based treatment, which can significantly accelerate healing.
My clients are often in high responsibility/high public-exposure professions.
I also offer wealth/financial psychology related coaching/therapy for HNW-UHNW individuals & families.
Welcome! You've made the courageous decision to address the challenges in your life. If you prefer a solution focused, accelerated therapy, I might be the right therapist for you: As a senior clinical psychologist, EMDR therapist & supervisor, I'm committed to supporting you towards a more fulfilling life in harmony with your values & aspirations. EMDR is a highly effective, neuro-psychology based treatment, which can significantly accelerate healing.
My clients are often in high responsibility/high public-exposure professions.
I also offer wealth/financial psychology related coaching/therapy for HNW-UHNW individuals & families.
Trained in IFS therapy, Psychodynamic counselling (Attachment), Hypnotherapy and using the Neuroscience of Memory Reconsolidation, your pathway to transformation is unique to you.
I offer DEPTH experiential therapy for lasting change. If you want to be less anxious & build calm confidence; less overwhelm & more resilience; less inner critic & more internal harmony, less hurt & more trusting intimacy, or less despair & more hope... then we may be a great match. Others may think you're high functioning but don't feel it. You've tried gratitude, journaling, cultivating optimism, noticing strengths. You've heard the podcasts, bought the books, but you're exhausted...and losing hope. May I offer you that hope. I'm based in NZ and work online with clients across the world. LiveASpiritedLife (TM).
Trained in IFS therapy, Psychodynamic counselling (Attachment), Hypnotherapy and using the Neuroscience of Memory Reconsolidation, your pathway to transformation is unique to you.
I offer DEPTH experiential therapy for lasting change. If you want to be less anxious & build calm confidence; less overwhelm & more resilience; less inner critic & more internal harmony, less hurt & more trusting intimacy, or less despair & more hope... then we may be a great match. Others may think you're high functioning but don't feel it. You've tried gratitude, journaling, cultivating optimism, noticing strengths. You've heard the podcasts, bought the books, but you're exhausted...and losing hope. May I offer you that hope. I'm based in NZ and work online with clients across the world. LiveASpiritedLife (TM).
I also use change techniques from several modalities in which I am a certified practitioner (Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Ericksonian Hypnotherapy).
Are you feeling distressed, lost, anxious or overwhelmed? When life moves in unexpected ways, it can be difficult to cope, let alone feel calm or clear. My role is to support you in easing the mental and emotional suffering that can arise during challenging times. Drawing on training in Counselling, Psychology, and NLP, I support adults to overcome anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, grief, trauma and low mood. Together we work toward restoring confidence, rebuilding self-esteem and cultivating more balanced, meaningful relationships.
I also use change techniques from several modalities in which I am a certified practitioner (Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Ericksonian Hypnotherapy).
Are you feeling distressed, lost, anxious or overwhelmed? When life moves in unexpected ways, it can be difficult to cope, let alone feel calm or clear. My role is to support you in easing the mental and emotional suffering that can arise during challenging times. Drawing on training in Counselling, Psychology, and NLP, I support adults to overcome anxiety, overwhelm, burnout, grief, trauma and low mood. Together we work toward restoring confidence, rebuilding self-esteem and cultivating more balanced, meaningful relationships.
I have over 30 years experience and qualifications in a wide range of modalities that I bring to my work from occupational therapy and life-coaching to hypnotherapy and mindfulness based stress reduction.
Hello I'm Grace. I've always been fascinated by what makes people resilient in the face of adversity. My passion is people feeling fully felt and revealing their innate ability to overcome subconscious sabotaging patterns that keep them stuck. Are you struggling with pain and fatigue and is this leading to overwhelm or despair? The vicious cycle of sleep loss and brain fog can make you feel like you're drowning. If you want to feel more choice and control in your life and reclaim your sense of passion and purpose then please know that it is possible to develop the resilience to manage your symptoms. I speak from experience.
I have over 30 years experience and qualifications in a wide range of modalities that I bring to my work from occupational therapy and life-coaching to hypnotherapy and mindfulness based stress reduction.
Hello I'm Grace. I've always been fascinated by what makes people resilient in the face of adversity. My passion is people feeling fully felt and revealing their innate ability to overcome subconscious sabotaging patterns that keep them stuck. Are you struggling with pain and fatigue and is this leading to overwhelm or despair? The vicious cycle of sleep loss and brain fog can make you feel like you're drowning. If you want to feel more choice and control in your life and reclaim your sense of passion and purpose then please know that it is possible to develop the resilience to manage your symptoms. I speak from experience.
In addition to hypnotherapy, I offer counselling to individuals and couples at affordable rates, believing strongly that therapy should be accessible to all.
I hold a Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis, practicing professionally since 2010. Realizing the therapeutic benefit my clients experienced from providing a space to openly talk, I attained a counselling degree to develop my skills in talking therapy, and support clients to challenge and test out ways of being, doing and thinking, to heal and find peace.
In addition to hypnotherapy, I offer counselling to individuals and couples at affordable rates, believing strongly that therapy should be accessible to all.
I hold a Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis, practicing professionally since 2010. Realizing the therapeutic benefit my clients experienced from providing a space to openly talk, I attained a counselling degree to develop my skills in talking therapy, and support clients to challenge and test out ways of being, doing and thinking, to heal and find peace.
Are you seeking freedom from mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety? Struggling with PTSD, ADHD or motivation?
Are you seeking freedom from mental health challenges such as depression and anxiety? Struggling with PTSD, ADHD or motivation?
9 years study in Psychology-specialising in Health Psychology. My experience involves supporting whanau and individuals impacted by cancer, and group/individual therapy specialising in (cancer specific distress, grief, chronic illness/ chronic pain, couples therapy, sleep difficulties, Depression, Anxiety, stress, PTSD, sex and intimacy).
9 years study in Psychology-specialising in Health Psychology. My experience involves supporting whanau and individuals impacted by cancer, and group/individual therapy specialising in (cancer specific distress, grief, chronic illness/ chronic pain, couples therapy, sleep difficulties, Depression, Anxiety, stress, PTSD, sex and intimacy).
Hypnotherapy Therapists
How does hypnotherapy work?
Hypnotherapy works by using guided hypnosis to help you reach a state of focus and concentration through mental imagery and soothing verbal repetition. The state is somewhat like being absorbed in a book, a movie, or your own thoughts. You are not under a therapist’s “control,” but they can help you relax and turn your attention inward to discover the resources to achieve behavior change or better manage psychological concerns. Therapy sessions may involve guiding you through recognizing a problem, releasing problematic thoughts about it, and considering and accepting more productive alternatives before returning to normal awareness. Hypnotherapy is typically used by a therapist along with traditional forms of talk therapy. Eventually, your therapist can help you learn hypnotherapy techniques yourself so you can establish a stronger sense of control on your own in stressful or challenging moments.
Is hypnotherapy the same as hypnosis?
Hypnotherapy, which is sometimes called hypnotic suggestion, is a therapeutic technique in which a therapist uses hypnosis to help patients. It is not the kind of hypnosis portrayed in stage shows, or in movies or on television. You will not be unconscious or asleep during hypnotherapy, you will not lose control of yourself, your thoughts, or your free will, and you will be able to fully recall your experience. And while you will hear your therapist’s suggestions, it is always up to you to decide whether to act on them. Hypnosis by a trained mental-health professional is not a form of mind control, which is impossible to achieve anyway.
Can everyone be hypnotized?
The most common challenge of hypnotherapy is that as many as one in four people cannot be hypnotized. Brain imaging has confirmed differences in patterns of brain connectivity between those who respond to hypnotism and those who do not. Other people who could potentially be hypnotized may not respond to the technique because of their skepticism or resistance to entering a hypnotic state. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something you want to achieve.
Does hypnotherapy work?
Through hypnotherapy, you can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. Like other talk therapy techniques, when hypnotherapy succeeds, it’s a case of mind over matter. Effective hypnotherapy involves self-healing because you access resources you need to change inside of yourself and learn how to tap into them whenever you need. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, stress, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, and undesirable behaviors like smoking. It can be used to help improve sleep or to address relationship challenges, and to aid with pain management, digestive disorders, skin conditions, and the gastrointestinal side effects of pregnancy or chemotherapy.