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Melbourne Counselling and Clinical Hypnotherapy

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Private, Convenient, & Accessible Telehealth Therapy | Australia-Wide

Struggling with insomnia? My evidence-based program can help you reclaim deep, restorative sleep - even when stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma stand in the way.

I invite you to book a FREE & CONFIDENTIAL consultation with me. Let's chat and take the first step toward a calmer, more restful you.
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Melissiah, Telehealth Therapist Barwon Counselling and Hypnotherapy Melbourne
Qualifications & credentials:➕ Master of Professional Psychology*➕ Bachelor of Psychological Science (Hons), Major in Child & Family➕ Diploma of Counselling➕ Diploma of Clinical Hypnotic Science➕ Certified Rewind Technique Practitioner (PTSD)➕ NLP Essential Practitioner➕ Member AAPi, CPCA, & IICT

  • Did you know?

    Anxiety is the number one mental health problem across the globe. In Australia, around 1 in every 6 people have experienced an anxiety disorder over the past 12 months.

  • Did you know?

    People who suffer from anxiety or depression are more likely to experience insomnia. Chronic insomnia can have a negative effect on mood, functioning, and wellbeing, and increase the risk of certain diseases, illnesses, and accidents.

  • Did you know?

    A staggering 85-90% of people with anxiety disorders also experience depression. Futhermore, approximately 85% of those with depression exhibit significant anxiety symptoms.

  • Did you know?

    People who have experienced trauma are at higher risk of developing anxiety or depression or both. Research shows that up to 63% of individuals who have experienced trauma or have PTSD suffer from insomnia.

My Services

Sleep & Insomnia Therapy
Struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling exhausted? Sleep problems can significantly affect your mental health, energy levels, and overall well-being. I use evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) supplemented with hypnotherapy to help you reprogram unhelpful sleep patterns, reduce nighttime overthinking, and restore natural, restful sleep. Learn more →
Anxiety & Depression Support
Anxiety and depression can be overwhelming, making everyday life feel exhausting. Whether you experience constant worry, panic attacks, low motivation, or emotional numbness, I can help. Through a tailored approach using evidence-based methods, we can work together to manage symptoms, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, improve your mood and ability to cope, and build a more happy and fulfilling life. Learn more →
Trauma & PTSD Therapy
Trauma can leave lasting emotional and physical imprints, affecting your relationships, mood, and sense of safety. I use evidence-based approaches, including the Rewind Technique, an alternative to EMDR, to help you process trauma safely and regain a sense of control. Within the supportive space that I provide, it's important to know that you won't have to retell your painful or distressing memories to heal and move forward. Learn more →
Barwon Counselling and Hypnotherapy is privately operated mental health service based in Melbourne providing telehealth Australia-wide. Please note that you do not need a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your doctor to access our services.
What you can expect in your initial consultation:
  • Non-judgmental support and validation for your immediate issues.
  • Clarity on your expectations of my service and the desired results you seek.
  • A thorough grasp of my therapeutic approach.
  • Answers to any questions you may have about the therapeutic process.
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Does therapy work?

Studies indicate that most people who have therapy report symptom relief and better daily functioning. Therapy is associated with positive brain and body changes, which can lead to enhanced emotional functioning and improved mental well-being. Less sick days, reduced disability, fewer health issues, and greater job satisfaction are further advantages associated with therapy.
  • Therapy is a comprehensive process. It's important to remember that the results you obtain can depend on the following factors:
  • Your personality
  • Your background and upbringing
  • The complexity and severity of your issue(s)
  • Your protective factors, such as a supportive family/friends, stable housing, employment, etc
  • Your willingness to engage in honest self-disclosure to your therapist
  • Your ability to reflect on your thoughts, feelings, and actions
  • The strength of your internal motivation to seek change and achieve your goals
  • Your dedication to completing any homework tasks
  • The feedback you provide your therapist about your treatment
  • The way in which you respond to therapy
  • Accepting that you can only change yourself, not others

What if I can't afford therapy?

We understand that one-on-one therapy might not be affordable for everyone, but we don't want anyone to miss out on the help they need. That's why we've partnered with Uncommon Knowledge, a trusted provider of low-cost hypnosis downloads. To date, well over a million people have benefited from their hypnosis downloads. To ensure you feel comfortable giving these hypnotherapy downloads a try, your purchases are covered by a no-questions-asked 90-day money-back guarantee. Top titles include self-confidence, weight loss, quit smoking, relationships, learning help, self-esteem, social anxiety, and personal finance.

Hypnotherapist Services in Melbourne, Geelong, & the Mornington Peninsula

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Hypnotherapy works by firstly guiding you into a focused state of deep relaxation. Once you are in this altered, hypnotic state, your hypnotist will deliver therapeutic suggestions to your subconscious mind to promote positive change. Customized hypnotherapy with a trained hypnotherapist can offer a more effective and personalized experience than a general recording. Each session is tailored to your unique needs, addressing specific issues and goals that a one-size-fits-all recording cannot. This approach allows for deeper, more targeted therapeutic outcomes that are precisely aligned with your needs and goals, increasing the likelihood of significant and lasting results.
Our client-centred treatment is a form of positive psychology, and we offer a free, no-obligation initial consultation. By reserving your spot through our 24/7 scheduling portal, you can effortlessly take the first step towards the results you desire.
Barwon Counselling and Hypnotherapy offers telehealth across all areas of Victoria including Melbourne, Geelong, and the Mornington Peninsula.

Why Choose Telehealth?

  • Convenience: Attend our Melbourne clinic from the comfort of your living room, study, or bedroom, eliminating the need for travel to a physical location.
  • Enhanced Privacy and Discreetness: Telehealth allows you to engage in therapy without concerns about running into familiar faces or attracting unwanted attention. This level of privacy is especially advantageous if you're seeking to maintain a low profile.
  • Support for Anxiety Sufferers: If you suffer from anxiety or panic attacks related to leaving home, telehealth may assist you to maintain a sense of comfort and safety during treatment.
  • Ideal for Caregivers: If you have children or are a caregiver, telehealth can eliminate the need for arranging childcare or leaving dependent family members unattended.
  • No Traffic or Parking Hassles: You can avoid the stress of traffic congestion and parking issues, making healthcare more accessible and stress-free.
  • Inclusivity: Telehealth can provide a more accessible support option if you encounter difficulties in transportation or navigating physical spaces due to disability, injury, or chronic illness.
  • Home-Based Intervention for Unwanted Habits: If you are grappling with concerns like smoking or drinking that may stem from triggers in your living environment, telehealth enables a contextually relevant treatment approach.
  • Efficacy: Studies have indicated that telehealth can be just as effective as traditional face-to-face therapy.

Explore the benefits of Therapy

  • Enhance your mood, wellbeing, and quality of life: Targeted therapeutic techniques can help you pinpoint triggers, manage negative thought patterns, and cultivate mental flexibility. This, in turn, can alleviate feelings of distress, anxiety, and depression, fostering positive emotional and physical changes.
  • Heal from past traumas: The Rewind Technique is a safe, calming, and non-intrusive psychological approach designed to help you overcome past traumas you've experienced or witnessed. This treatment eliminates the need for you to retell your story, preventing retraumatization. Additionally, the technique is effective in addressing PTSD or phobias.
  • Master emotional regulation: An integrated theraputic approach can help you to acquire more effective coping strategies to balance your emotions. Over time, you can internalize and integrate new ways of thinking, being, and doing into your daily life, fostering a greater sense of emotional control and stability.
  • Transform unhelpful beliefs: Through therapeutic processes, such as accessing the subconscious mind where deep-rooted or core beliefs reside, any limiting or unresourceful beliefs can be effectively challenged and reprogrammed. This transformative approach opens up new possibilities for happiness, personal growth, and success.
  • Overcome irrational fears: Safe and effective therapeutic techniques can assist in dismantling irrational fears or phobias by helping you reframe the way you respond to triggering stimuli. This can bring about significant relief, fostering a sense of control and liberation.
  • Manage your anxiety: Clinical hypnosis can help you gain control over anxiety by helping you to enter into a pleasant relaxed state then delivering suggestions to your subconscious mind. Learn to cope with stressful situations more effectively and reduce or eliminate unpleasant physical sensations associated with anxiety or panic.
  • Improve sleep quality: If you struggle with insomnia, clinical hypnosis can make a difference. Listening to your personalized recording when you go to bed can help you relax your , making it easier to doze off and enjoy a deeper, more restful night's sleep.
  • Return to work and your regular activities: If anxiety, phobias, or trauma have been holding you back, our treatment program can assist in breaking those barriers and have you feeling comfortable enough you to resume your daily routines and tasks with renewed confidence and focus.
  • Increase your ability to handle stress: By learning more effective coping strategies through specific techniques and exercises, you can develop a stronger resilience to stressors. This can empower you to approach challenging situations with a calmer and more composed mindset.
  • Boost Self-Confidence: Whether you'd like to address anxiety, improve your physical fitness, stop your cigarette or vaping habit, or reduce your reliance on alcohol, you will be shown how to foster belief in yourself and your abilities. Greater self-confidence can furthermore improve your career prospects, relationships, and your personal life.
  • Enhance relationships: Through addressing underlying issues that may be affecting your relationships, any feelings of loneliness and isolation can be reduced. Healthier communication and effective conflict resolution skills can also be nurtured, leading to greater understanding and connection with your loved ones, as well as reduced conflict.
  • Take Control of Your Life: Regardless of the emotional, mental, or behavioral challenges you face, our treatment programs facilitate a transformative process that can enable you to regain control, unleash your potential, make positive behavioural changes, and pursue your goals with newfound vigor.
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How we work with you

Free Consultation
Welcome! You're invited to a no-obligation one-on-one 20 minute consultation
SCHEDULE
Book in to start your treatment program with our secure online scheduling
ASSESSMENT
A comprehensive case history is taken so your treatment can begin
TREATMENT PLAN
Your treatment plan is carefully tailored to help you get the results you want
*Disclaimer: I am a professional in counselling and hypnotherapy. However, I do not practice as a psychologist at Barwon Counselling and Hypnotherapy. I have provisional registration, which permits me to be referred to as a 'provisional psychologist' during supervised practice.
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