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If you’re considering Hypnotherapy but unsure what to expect, you’re in the right place. This article explains what Clinical Hypnotherapy actually involves, how it works, and why many patients choose it to help address issues such as anxiety, trauma, pain, and ingrained habits.

Last Updated on 29 June 2025 by Brisbane Livewell Clinic

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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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