InTrance Therapy

08/10/2026

It’s the little things that make you smile 😃

My new business cards were delivered (!) today, beautifully printed and looking fantastic.

Tucked into the bag were a little notepad, a pen and some lollies. Such a thoughtful gesture and such a nice touch!

Thank you to Snap Print Solutions Rockdale for doing such a great job with my cards and for adding that little bit of extra kindness to the delivery. It’s these small things that make a difference and make you appreciate a business even more.

It’s always lovely dealing with 👍

01/10/2026

I was invited to a business networking event in Cronulla. What a lovely way to start the day!

I was asked, how a hypnotherapy session is structured, so I thought I’d share it with you too.

So, what actually happens during a hypnotherapy session?

Your first session takes about 90 minutes, and we don't jump straight into hypnosis.

We start by talking. I go through your intake form with you, then we have the pre-talk, where I get to understand how you experience the problem, what triggers it, and what might be keeping the pattern going.

I want to understand your version of the problem before deciding how we work with it.

Then hypnosis follows, which usually takes around 20 - 25 minutes.

You sit in a comfortable chair, with your eyes open or closed, and you can hear everything I say. You're not unconscious or "out of it". Hypnosis is about focused attention, not falling asleep.

And you don't have to sit perfectly still or even be completely relaxed. If you need to move, change position or even get up and walk around, that's absolutely fine.

Especially people who are struggling with addictions find it difficult to sit still.

Interestingly, once people know they're allowed to move, they often no longer want to!

We finish by discussing what you experienced. Many clients feel deeply relaxed afterwards and describe it like this:

"I could hear every word you said, but I was in my own world."

There isn't one "right" way to experience hypnosis. The important thing is that you feel comfortable, know what's happening, and remain aware throughout the process.

25/09/2026

I'm often asked, “What’s the difference between hypnosis and hypnotherapy?”

It's a great question, because they’re not actually the same thing.

Hypnosis can feel much less mysterious when you understand the difference.

Hypnotherapy is the therapy. It’s the work we do to understand what’s keeping you stuck and help you create change. As a Strategic Psychotherapist, I use hypnosis as a tool to help you do that. Hypnosis is a state of focused attention (or simply being absorbed) that can make it easier to access new ways of thinking, feeling and responding.

Hypnosis is an "extended daydreaming", and it’s far more familiar than people often realise. You’ve probably experienced something similar without ever calling it hypnosis, e.g. being completely absorbed in a podcast, watching a good movie, daydreaming on a long drive, or becoming so focused on something that everything around you fades into the background.

That’s the kind of focused state, or absorption, we can use therapeutically.

The important part is what happens in that state, like a new understanding, a different perspective, and the opportunity to change patterns that may have been running on autopilot for years.

That’s the therapy. And that’s where the real change happens.

If you are curious about hypnotherapy, DM me or call me on 02/9543.4433.

18/09/2026

18/09/2026

“Do you make me cluck like a chicken?”

It’s probably the question I get asked most on a Discovery Call.

So, here’s my answer…
If you genuinely wanted to cluck like a chicken, I could help you do that.

But that’s not why you’re coming to see me, and it’s certainly not what hypnotherapy is about.

Stage hypnotists make you cluck like a chicken, it’s part of the performance. Hypnotherapy is therapeutic learning.

Stage hypnosis is designed to entertain. It’s about performance, participation and having some fun with hypnosis.

What happens in my practice in Menai, or online, is something quite different. Hypnotherapy isn’t about taking control away from you. It’s about helping you regain control, often the control you didn’t realise you already had.

It’s about learning how your mind works, recognising the patterns that can leave you feeling stuck, and realising that you have more influence over your thoughts, feelings and behaviours than you may have noticed.

Sometimes we spend so much time trying to control what’s happening around us that we forget there’s another kind of control available to us, your internal control.

The ability to pause.
To choose.
To respond differently.
To feel more at ease.

So, no chicken noises required.

Just you, your mind, and learning to use something that has been there all along.

I’d genuinely like to know - what did you think hypnotherapy was actually going to do to you?

09/09/2026

The Mars Bar that changed my career! 🍫

True story… and I was the client.

At the time, I was a complete chocoholic. I was also a stressed and burnt-out Managing Director, running on sugar and adrenaline.

So I decided to try hypnotherapy.

After my very first session, I walked straight into a servo and bought a Mars Bar. I even sent my friends a selfie holding it, thinking, “Well… that obviously didn't work!” 😂

For the next few days, I kept eating chocolate as usual, so I didn't think much had changed.

Then, towards the end of that week, I suddenly realised…I'd forgotten to eat chocolate.

I hadn't fought the urge. I hadn't used willpower. I hadn't been trying to resist it.
I'd simply forgotten.

And that completely intrigued me. I became fascinated with hypnotherapy and wanted to understand more about how our minds work and how we can change patterns that keep us stuck.

So I started studying. Then I studied more. I learnt so much about the mind and about myself, and I absolutely loved seeing people make changes.

Eventually, after 25 years in the corporate world, I decided to change careers.

Today, I get to help my clients understand and change the patterns that keep them stuck, rather than simply fighting them with willpower.

And that Mars Bar?

I haven't eaten one since. 😊

03/09/2026

Interesting read about Hypnotherapy for children

I𝐬 𝐇y𝐩n𝐨s𝐢s S𝐮i𝐭a𝐛l𝐞 𝐟o𝐫 𝐂h𝐢l𝐝r𝐞n? 𝐀 𝐆u𝐢d𝐞
If you’re wondering whether hypnosis is suitable for children - or how to approach it responsibly in practice - this guide breaks down the key considerations with a professional, child-focused lens. As the peak industry body, The Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA) supports practitioners with standards, supervision-minded practice, and peer knowledge sharing through our practitioner community and social channels. For registered members and students alike, it’s also a helpful reference point for ethics, consent, and safeguarding expectations across the profession. For Australian families seeking confidence in qualified care, The AHA directory and community-led resources are there to help ensure you’re choosing support from reputable clinicians.

https://www.ahahypnotherapy.org.au/is-hypnosis-suitable-for-children-a-guide

24/07/2026

Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA) thank you once again for a brilliant article 🙏

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲?

Clinical hypnotherapy deserves more than anecdotes—it needs solid, transparent evidence and clear clinical boundaries. This article breaks down what the research can (and can’t) say, and how AHA clinicians think about translating findings into safe, ethical practice across our practitioner community. If you’re navigating supervision, peer groups, or continuing education, The Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA) is a trusted hub for knowledge sharing and professional standards. For graduates and established practitioners alike, understanding the evidence is key to strengthening referrals, registration readiness, and public confidence in qualified care.

https://www.ahahypnotherapy.org.au/what-is-the-evidence-for-clinical-hypnotherapy

22/07/2026

Thank you, AHA (Australian Hypnotherapists Association), for providing this article that explains the difference between Hypnotherapy and Mindfulness Therapy. I am often asked by my clients what the difference is, so this is very helpful.

𝐻𝑦𝑝𝑛𝑜𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑝𝑦 𝑉𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑢𝑠 𝑀𝑖𝑛𝑑𝑓𝑢𝑙𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠 𝑇ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑝𝑦

If you’re comparing hypnotherapy with mindfulness therapy, this discussion gets practical about how each approach works, when they can complement each other, and what that means for clinical practice. The Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA) is proud to support members and the broader profession with evidence-informed knowledge sharing, peer groups, and supervision that help you make confident, ethical decisions. As AHA continues to strengthen professional standards, we also promote public confidence through a trusted practitioner community—because you deserve safe, qualified care in Australia. Explore the nuanced differences with AHA’s guidance so you can align your training and practice with the expectations of a regulated, respected profession.

https://www.ahahypnotherapy.org.au/articles-research-and-resources/hypnotherapy-articles/hypnotherapy-versus-mindfulness-therapy

10/07/2026

This is why it’s so important to be an Australian Hypnotherapists Association (AHA) member

𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐲𝐩𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚

If you’re practising clinical hypnotherapy in Australia—or working toward recognised practitioner registration—this article breaks down what registration means, how clinical hypnotherapy services are framed, and what to look for in professional standards. It also outlines the practical support practitioners value most: knowledge sharing, peer groups, supervision, and a strong practitioner community backed by advocacy. For members and graduates alike, it’s a clear guide to strengthening credibility and supporting public confidence. Worth your time if you want to understand the pathway to legitimacy and professional standing in this profession.

https://www.ahahypnotherapy.org.au/clinical-hypnotherapy-services-and-practitioner-registration-in-australia