Last Updated on 29 June 2025 by Brisbane Livewell Clinic
Looking into Hypnotherapy and Want Real Answers?
Clinical Hypnotherapy is a type of therapy that uses guided hypnosis to help patients access their subconscious mind. In this deeply relaxed state, the Hypnotherapist can work with the patient to change unhelpful thoughts, emotions or behaviours. It is often used to support anxiety, trauma recovery, pain management, sleep issues, and habit change.
Key Takeaways
Clinical Hypnotherapy uses guided focus and relaxation to help reset emotional patterns
It may assist with anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, IBS, grief, trauma recovery and sleep challenges
Patients stay in control during the session and remain mentally aware
Sessions are delivered by Nicky Jackson, a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Cannon Hill

What is Clinical Hypnotherapy?
Clinical Hypnotherapy is a therapy that uses focused relaxation to access the subconscious mind. This allows patients to explore and shift the underlying patterns that may be contributing to emotional or physical symptoms. It is delivered by a trained Clinical Hypnotherapist and is used in a professional setting.
You are not asleep or unconscious. You stay aware, can speak, and can stop the session at any time. The relaxed state simply helps bypass the critical part of the mind so that new, helpful patterns can be introduced.

What Happens in a Clinical Hypnotherapy Session?
Your session will begin with a discussion about your goals and current challenges. Nicky will guide you into a state of deep relaxation using calming techniques. In this focused state, you’ll work with supportive language patterns and suggestions tailored to your needs.
You remain present and able to respond throughout the session. Many patients feel clearer and calmer afterwards, and some notice that they respond to situations differently in the days that follow.

What Can Clinical Hypnotherapy Help With?
Nicky Jackson provides Clinical Hypnotherapy in Cannon Hill to support patients with:
Generalised anxiety and panic
Chronic pain and fatigue
IBS and stress-related digestive issues
PTSD and trauma recovery
Insomnia and sleep problems
Emotional resilience and stress
ADHD and Autism
Grief and loss
Confidence and mood regulation
Overcoming fears, including fear of public speaking, and phobias
Her sessions are suitable for adults, teens and children who are open to guided therapeutic processes.

In Our Experience
In the Experience of Our Practitioner
“Patients often tell me they feel like they’ve tried everything else. Clinical Hypnotherapy helps us shift the deeper patterns behind their symptoms. It’s a practical way to support change at a level that talking alone can’t always reach.”
– Nicky Jackson, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Cannon Hill
In the Experience of Our Patients
“I’d been dealing with sleep issues and a constant tight feeling in my chest. After my second session I could finally get to sleep without overthinking, and I started handling my stress more calmly.”
– Chloe, Patient

Three Unique Benefits of Clinical Hypnotherapy
1. A different approach when talk therapy isn’t enough
Clinical Hypnotherapy is helpful when conscious understanding isn’t creating change. It works by resetting emotional and behavioural patterns at the subconscious level.
2. A supportive tool alongside physical health care
When used alongside therapies like Naturopathy, Nutrition, Kinesiology, Acupuncture or Massage, Clinical Hypnotherapy can help patients manage stress that impacts digestion, sleep, and nervous system function.
3. A way to calm the body and mind
The relaxation techniques used in Clinical Hypnotherapy may help reduce overactive stress responses. This makes it suitable for patients who feel stuck in cycles of worry, tension, or burnout.

Who is Clinical Hypnotherapy Suitable For?
This therapy is suitable for adults, teenagers and children who want support with emotional or behavioural challenges. It is commonly used for:
Anxiety and panic
Chronic pain
Sleep and nervous system support
ADHD and Autism
Trauma and PTSD
IBS and digestive issues
Grief and emotional overwhelm
It may not be suitable for patients in acute psychological crisis. Nicky will assess suitability during your initial consultation.

About Nicky Jackson – Clinical Hypnotherapist
Diploma of Clinical Hypnotherapy and Strategic Psychotherapy
Trauma-informed and outcome-focused
Member of the International Strategic Psychotherapists Association
Based at Brisbane Livewell Clinic, Cannon Hill
Works with anxiety, pain, trauma, grief, sleep disruption, emotional distress and gut-related symptoms

Ready to Book a Clinical Hypnotherapy Session?
You can book a Clinical Hypnotherapy session with Nicky Jackson at Brisbane Livewell Clinic, Cannon Hill. Some patients may also be eligible for videoconference sessions.
Call us on (07) 3861 5881 or book online to get started.

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External Resources Relating to Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy
Australian Hypnotherapists Association
Queensland Government Health – Mental Health
Hypnotherapy Council of Australia
Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists
Hypnotherapy Training College of Australia
Australian Institute of Clinical Hypnotherapy
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