Services
Services can be delivered in person or online
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All services are confidential and we promise total anonymity
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Pricing
We would love to provide you with a definitive price; however, since everyone is unique, we need to talk with you to understand how we can assist you and how many sessions may be required. The first consultation is free and is an important part of the process. It will help us get to know you better and tailor our approach to your specific circumstances.
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Personal and Professional Coaching
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​Initial Consultation
20 minutes
FREE
HOCW Office or Your Place
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The first consultation is free and is an important part of the process. It will help us get to know you better and tailor our approach to your specific circumstances.
Cease Smoking
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Hypnotherapy presents a powerful approach to overcoming smoking cravings and the desire for cigarettes. By tapping into the subconscious mind, clinical hypnotherapy effectively addresses the deep-seated habits and psychological triggers linked to smoking. This innovative method not only enhances traditional cessation techniques but also supports individuals toward improved health and freedom from nicotine addiction.
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As individuals embark on the path to quitting smoking, they can explore how hypnotherapy can be customised to fit their unique circumstances. It tackles both the physical and emotional dimensions of addiction, empowering smokers to reshape their thoughts and break free from nicotine dependence.
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Understanding that smoking is not just a physical habit but also a deeply ingrained part of people's identity and daily routine, hypnotherapy focuses on cognitive restructuring. Reprogramming how individuals perceive the rewards tied to smoking, it offers the opportunity to replace damaging behaviours with healthier alternatives. Through this access to the subconscious, hypnotherapy paves the way for lasting change and a brighter, smoke-free future.
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Book a complimentary session with us to see how we can help you.
​​Weight Loss
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Carrying excess weight can weigh heavily not just on your body but also on your mood and overall well-being. It can significantly impact your health in ways that are often overlooked. Clinical hypnotherapy is a powerful tool, capable of transforming an individual's relationship with food.
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This therapeutic approach delves deep into the subconscious mind, offering a pathway to reshape behaviours and beliefs surrounding eating and exercise. Whilst it is not a silver bullet, hypnotherapy complements traditional weight loss strategies, dovetailing seamlessly with a healthy diet and an active lifestyle.
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Imagine being able to replace unhealthy habits with nourishing choices—a process where emotional eating gives way to other constructive coping mechanisms that nurture rather than hinder. Hypnotherapy can help uncover and tackle emotional undercurrents that contribute to overeating, such as stress, anxiety, and low self-esteem, illuminating patterns that you might have been unaware of.
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Cravings can be managed more effectively, as hypnotherapy influences the subconscious mind's reaction to enticing food cues. By cultivating a positive mindset and dismantling self-doubt, it elevates a client's motivation and bolsters their determination to achieve lasting weight management.
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Every person's needs are different, so book a complimentary session with us today and we will see how we can help you.
​​​​Personal (Life) and Professional Coaching
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Angelena herself is dyslexic and believes that this has been one of the keys to her success over the years. Dyslexia and other neurodivergent conditions provide a unique and alternative view of the world. When understood properly, they can give individuals a skillset that others may not possess.
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We can help individuals who do not easily fit into conventional structures, who see the world in an alternative way, or who simply feel a little different, whether in the workplace, social settings, or life in general.
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Angelena helps people to look at situations either individually or in teams to find “their language” and the language of those around them. Tension only occurs when people are in conflict, so often this is due to speaking totally different languages whilst also living in two different virtual worlds! How often have you heard the phrase “Are they on a different planet?” “We are not on the same page”.
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How we communicate, our emotional intelligence, is critical to success. Whether that is in relationships, at home, or at work.
Angelena can help people to gain/realise a set of tools that not only will change the way they experience life, it will also change the lives and experiences of those around them.
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Through coaching and a deep understanding of self, Angelena can help individuals unlock their full potential, overcoming anxiety, stress, exhaustion, and addressing the constant pressure to conform. She has successfully assisted individuals to feel comfortable and proud of who they are, helped them find their bespoke key, unlocked their abilities and enabled them to carve their own paths in the world and in their lives; helping both them and those around them—socially and professionally—to recognise and adapt to their unique superpower.
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“I believe that square pegs in round holes are unique and possess superpowers.”
Sessions can be tailored for individuals, teams, and organisations.
For example, study, public speaking, career progression, interview preparation, having difficult conversations, and contemporary people management, team alignment, and contemporary leadership. To name but a few.
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Stuttering
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Clinical hypnotherapy can serve as a valuable complementary approach for children who stutter, particularly in managing speech-related anxiety; however, it is not a standalone solution. It is crucial to collaborate with a qualified speech-language pathologist (SLP) to ensure comprehensive treatment.
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In some instances, stuttering may be linked to physical or emotional trauma, as well as periods of intense stress, such as experiences of bullying. In these cases, hypnotherapy can be an effective method for helping children cope with anxiety associated with stuttering, which often exacerbates the issue. This approach may also enhance self-confidence and promote a more relaxed state during speaking.
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Analytical clinical hypnotherapy can be utilized to examine the initial onset of stuttering and investigate the events that may have triggered it. A trained clinical hypnotherapist can employ various techniques to help modify beliefs surrounding the stutter and desensitize emotional responses to related memories, potentially offering relief and improved communication skills.
Interview Techniques
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Angelena also specialises in preparing people for interviews. In a world that is highly competitive, landing a job can be extremely challenging.
Knowing what you will be asked, preparing for any eventuality, and ensuring that you can be the best version of yourself on the day, are all essential if you are going to land that job. Interview preparation will give you the tools and knowledge you need to confidently net your dream role.
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Angelena has a strong track record of success in this field, in particular, for people whose English is not their first language or who are new migrants to Australia.
Phobias
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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A phobia is an irrational or exaggerated fear of something that may not be a danger or threat. Many individuals who experience phobias recognise that their fears are irrational; however, they often find themselves powerless to manage their overwhelming anxiety.
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Phobias can manifest in various forms, ranging from common fears, such as fear of heights (acrophobia) or spiders (arachnophobia), to more specific anxieties, like fear of social situations (social anxiety disorder) or flying (aviophobia).
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Hypnotherapy offers a therapeutic approach that delves into the root causes of these phobias or fears.
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By facilitating a deep state of relaxation, the therapy helps individuals access their subconscious mind, where negative emotions and memories related to the phobia may reside.
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Through this process, clients can work on releasing the emotional weight tied to their fears, allowing them to develop a healthier, more adaptive response when faced with the original trigger.
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This transformative experience not only fosters a sense of control over their anxiety but also equips them with the tools to confront their fears with renewed confidence.
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Rehearsing and visualising in hypnosis will help you to desensitise and enable you to take the first steps in getting more empowered to overcome the phobia.
PTSD/Trauma
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Hypnosis has been recognised as a valuable method for treating posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)/Trauma for two reasons. First, there are significant similarities between the hypnotic experiences and the symptoms experienced by those with PTSD/Trauma. Secondly, clinical hypnosis is an effective therapeutic tool for the treatment of PTSD/Trauma.
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When people go through physical trauma, it can deeply impact their thoughts and emotions, creating a sense of disconnection that may last long after the event itself. This disruption can present itself in many ways, such as moments of forgetfulness related to the trauma, distressing flashbacks that make individuals feel as though they are experiencing the event all over again, a numbness to emotional experiences, and an increased sensitivity to their surroundings.
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Individuals with PTSD/Trauma tend to be highly hypnotisable, making hypnotic techniques particularly advantageous in their treatment. Hypnosis allows for a controlled access to memories that might typically be excluded from conscious awareness.
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Through hypnosis, clients can confront and process their traumatic experiences by placing them within a new context. This process involves recognising feelings of helplessness during the event while also connecting those memories to more uplifting experiences, such as acts of self-protection, shared moments of affection with lost friends, or instances of having control over their environment at other times.
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Clients can be trained in self-hypnosis techniques, empowering them to navigate through their traumatic memories and significantly reduce the incidence of intrusive recollections that can occur unexpectedly.
Anxiety
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Clinical Hypnosis offers a powerful and safe approach to tackling anxiety, providing a pathway for individuals to connect with their subconscious mind. Through the deep relaxation of hypnosis, clients can experience a soothing and relaxed environment where they can engage with their thoughts and feelings. This safe setting allows the client to be open to positive suggestions that can transform long-standing patterns of thinking and reactions to situations.
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Hypnotherapy for anxiety is designed to gently lead individuals toward new perspectives and effective coping strategies. Instead of being overwhelmed by anxious thoughts and behaviours, clients can cultivate a sense of calm and confidence, enabling them to respond more positively to life's challenges. Numerous studies confirm hypnosis's effectiveness in delivering meaningful relief for those facing anxiety disorders.
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In the hypnotic state, clients are invited to explore their deeper beliefs and feelings in a tranquil environment. The hypnotherapist provides expert guidance and suggestions aimed at reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviours tied to anxiety triggers.
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This collaborative journey acknowledges the individuality of each person's experience.
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Hypnosis can help strengthen new thought patterns that enhance resilience and overall well-being.
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Using Clinical hypnosis and a commitment to the process can significantly reduce and, in many cases, eliminate situational anxiety.
Menopause
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Menopause for men and women is a time in life of significant changes both mentally and physically. It’s unavoidable, and there is no doubt that for women and men, the effects can be significant.
What is Menopause
Menopause is a significant life transition for women, often accompanied by various psychological and physical symptoms. The psychological aspects of menopause are primarily related to hormonal fluctuations, particularly the decline in estrogen levels in women, testosterone in men, and serotonin in both . These hormonal changes can lead to mood swings, anxiety, irritability, and even depression. Additionally, physical symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes and sleep disturbances, can further contribute to psychological distress.
Female Menopause and Clinical Hypnotherapy
Clinical hypnotherapy has been shown to effectively reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flashes, as well as to alleviate mild depression and anxiety. Research indicates that focusing on cooling imagery while in a state of hypnosis can provide greater control over hot flashes and even help prevent them altogether. In fact, hypnosis has been proven to reduce hot flashes and night sweats by up to 74%, making it as effective as hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for managing these symptoms.
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Hypnotherapy can address many of the underlying issues associated with symptoms grouped under the term “female menopause.” For more information on how clinical hypnotherapy can help combat stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues during this phase of a woman’s life, please contact us to book a free consultation and let us see how we can help you.
Male Menopause and Clinical Hypnotherapy
Unlike female menopause, which marks the end of menstrual cycles, “Male Menopause” or andropause involves a gradual decline in testosterone levels starting in the 30s and 40s, decreasing about 1% each year. This can lead to symptoms such as depression, reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, weight gain (often referred to as a beer belly), erratic mood swings, lack of enthusiasm, and memory issues.
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To address these challenges, it's important to tackle lifestyle factors such as poor exercise, anxiety, and stress.
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Can hypnotherapy help with the struggles of andropause? Yes, clinical hypnotherapy targets the root causes of these symptoms, providing support in managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
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If you're interested in learning more about how hypnotherapy can help you regain vitality, contact us and book a complimentary consultation and we can see how we can help you.
Men of the Clarence
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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In many ways, I believe we have won the lottery by living in the Clarence Valley. The rivers, beaches, rain, and eucalyptus forests give this little part of the world everything it needs to be paradise. However, all the things that make it special—the rural nature, farms, fishing, and cane—come with a price.
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Often, when we live in a rural area, we build networks of friends, work colleagues, and family. As the years go by, the changes that occur in what we used to know as our “life” can have a significant impact on us. This can be especially true for men in their late 50s. Sometimes, divorce, separation, children leaving home, and years of hard physical labour can take a toll.
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It can leave you feeling lonely, isolated, sad and low, coupled with an upbringing of “men don't share or discuss their feelings or what is happening to them”. It can feel very bleak.
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Changing a lifetime of habits is challenging. It is hard to talk when it goes against everything you have been taught. However, it is essential. You do not have to feel alone or adrift, nor do you need to simply exist.
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We are living in a very different world, and there are solutions to help you not only envision a new chapter in your life but also to support you in getting there.
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Our services are confidential, please contact us to book a complimentary session with us and see how we can help you.
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You have nothing to lose by coming along and a lot to gain.
First Dates, Meeting New People
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Whether it's a first date or a time in your life when you find yourself re-entering the dating scene, both can be challenging to navigate. Once you have set up an online profile or arranged to meet someone for the first time, conversations can feel difficult. Often, the fear of ‘what to say’ and ‘how to say it’ can act as a barrier to meeting someone and when you do, to holding a conversation with them.
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If you are in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or 70s, (you get the idea) you understand that the world of dating has changed significantly. For some, the prospect of meeting someone during our ‘more vintage years’ can feel daunting.
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If you're younger, perhaps shy, or really interested in someone, these feelings can turn what could be a fantastic experience into one filled with worry and anxiety.
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In any of these scenarios, fear and self-doubt can hinder what might develop into a great relationship.
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Clinical hypnotherapy, combined with life coaching, can help transform these experiences. It can boost your confidence and enable you to hold interesting, free-flowing conversations that will benefit both you and your potential connection.
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Book a free consultation, and let’s see how we may be able to help you.
Emotional Intelligence
One Hour Sessions
HOCW Office or Your Place
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Today's in-demand skills are increasingly technical in nature. However, there is also a growing need for the uniquely human ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve important goals. Emotional intelligence (EI) encompasses a set of skills that help us recognise, understand, and manage our own emotions, as well as recognise, understand, and influence the emotions of others.
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Clinical hypnotherapy and emotional intelligence are closely linked, as hypnotherapy can enhance emotional awareness, regulation, and self-management. By accessing the subconscious mind, hypnotherapy can assist individuals in releasing limiting beliefs and habits, developing new coping mechanisms, and improving their overall emotional well-being.
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Hypnotherapy allows individuals to tap into their subconscious mind, where deep-seated beliefs and patterns reside. This access can help individuals become more aware of their emotional triggers and responses.
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The relaxed state of hypnosis encourages self-reflection and a deeper understanding of one’s emotional landscape. Hypnotherapy can also aid in identifying and challenging limiting beliefs that contribute to emotional distress or hinder effective emotional management.
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When combined with complementary therapy and life coaching, hypnotherapy can help individuals become clearer communicators and improve their understanding of others. It fosters awareness of the effects of one’s own behaviour and its impact on others, promoting empathy and a broader perspective. These skills are invaluable both at home and in the workplace.
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If you or your company/organisation would like to learn more, please contact us to discuss how we may be able to assist you. This approach can be a true game changer in a world where teamwork is essential.
Service Location
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Location: Sessions are available in our rooms at Woombah NSW, or at your home/office. The cost of your session is influenced by whether you travel to us or if you require an in-home session.
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In-Home Sessions: The House of Contemporary Wisdom understands that traveling can be challenging for some individuals, especially in rural areas. In these cases, we can bring our services to you. We strive to keep travel costs to a minimum; therefore, anything outside a 10km radius from our rooms will incur a charge of 85 cents per kilometer for a round trip. Mileage and charges will be calculated upon request after the first consultation session and before the client books their first session.