Overcome Anxiety & StressIt is likely everyone will experience a form of anxiety at some stage in their life. Clinical hypnosis can provide the skills necessary to overcome fear of the unknown and to readjust our perceptions of control.
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Self-Esteem and CofidenceThe standards we set for ourselves are not always beneficial. A clinical hypnotherapist can help develop the ability to realistically self-assess and accept the parts of ourselves that we find difficult.
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Habit Formation & CessationForming healthy habits like exercising & dieting, and stopping unhealthy habits like procrastination or smoking can be difficult. Clinical hypnosis can identify how we decide to behave in unhelpful ways and teach us how to avoid avoidance.
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Who We Are
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Sebastian Deverson, founder of Stirling Hypnotherapy, specialises in the treatment of anxiety based issues including generalised anxiety, social and performance anxiety, self-esteem issues and avoidance.
His clients present these issues in a range of areas including relationships, sport and exercise, business and university study. Sebastian has been highly trained in cognitive psychotherapeutic methodologies at the Institute of Applied Psychology, the school at the forefront of clinical hypnosis and strategic therapy education in Australia. Sebastian is skilled in applying strategic psychotherapy and gordian therapy through the medium of hypnosis; as well as using counselling methodologies in his work. |
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Ph.D. Candidate
University of Adelaide BPsych (Hons) (1st Class) University of Adelaide Dip. Clinical Hypnosis and Strategic Psychotherapy Institute of Applied Psychology |
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Why Hypnotherapy?
Hypnosis is a short cut process to the unconscious mind where, when accessed, receptivity to suggestion is increased. Our hypnotherapy taps into this natural, safe phenomena where the unconscious can choose to adopt suggestions much faster than in normal talk therapy.
Evidence-Based Method
Clinical hypnosis is supported by a vast literature that highlights the efficacy of the therapy tool and its long lasting effects. The technique can be applied to a variety of issues through multiple therapy models.
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Personalised Therapy
Our model does not involve scripts or magic cures. We apply strategic therapeutic techniques that challenge how you think and target problems specific to you.
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Experience & Training
Some hypnotherapists use techniques that have not been updated for nearly a century and only achieve low success rates. Our clinicians are highly trained and practiced in the most up to date, evidence-based methods.
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Every year, mental illness costs Australians: |
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There is a great demand for mental health services to provide effective therapy that does not take 10+ sessions to see an improvement.
We know we can reduce these numbers!
We know we can reduce these numbers!
Our Stories
"My experience with Sebastian was great! After only 2 sessions I had more control over my emotions lasting well after my final session. He made the process easy and calming."
- T. W.
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"The hypnosis sessions I've had with Sebastian were by far the best I've had. His knowledge was very helpful in aiding me through my recent issues. I would highly recommend him."
- J. L.
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"At first I was nervous about what hypnosis was going to be like, but Sebastian explained everything clearly to begin with. A few months have gone by since our last session and I'm still able to stay calm!"
- M. R.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is hypnosis?
Hypnosis is the process of moving into a state of heightened awareness where the gap between consciousness and unconsciousness is reduced. This increased awareness also increases our susceptibility to suggestion. Others have defined it as absorbed or directed attention, or a state of dissociation.
You are not asleep or unconscious during hypnosis - it is heightened consciousness.
Dissociation can occur in a variety of situations whenever our attention is directed without our knowing. These might include driving on your way home, reading an enthralling book or watching a film, religious services, music festivals or when day dreaming.
You are not asleep or unconscious during hypnosis - it is heightened consciousness.
Dissociation can occur in a variety of situations whenever our attention is directed without our knowing. These might include driving on your way home, reading an enthralling book or watching a film, religious services, music festivals or when day dreaming.
How does hypnotherapy work?
Hypnotherapy involves inducing a client into a hypnotic trance via suggestion and applying therapeutic interventions while in trance.
The type of induction and intervention varies among practitioners. At Stirling Hypnotherapy, we practice a permissive, Neo-Ericksonian approach to induction and suggestion. We also apply interventions based on strategic psychotherapy - an approach formed on the principles that some 'disorders' are a result cognitive processes that can be challenged and overcome by enhancing problem solving capabilities. We do not read scripts.
The type of induction and intervention varies among practitioners. At Stirling Hypnotherapy, we practice a permissive, Neo-Ericksonian approach to induction and suggestion. We also apply interventions based on strategic psychotherapy - an approach formed on the principles that some 'disorders' are a result cognitive processes that can be challenged and overcome by enhancing problem solving capabilities. We do not read scripts.
I don't believe in hypnosis
Hypnosis has a history of malpractice and performance hypnotists. The truth is, a lot of 'therapists' are under-trained and stage hypnotists aren't really hypnotising people. These cases have only given the technique a bad name.
Nonetheless! Here are some scientific papers you might find useful that show the efficacy and reliability of clinical hypnosis as a therapeutic intervention:
Valentine, Milling, L. S., Clark, L. J., & Moriarty, C. L. (2019). The Efficacy of Hypnosis as a Treatment for Anxiety: A Meta-Analysis. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 67(3), 336–363. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207144.2019.1613863
Flammer, & Alladin, A. (2007). The Efficacy of Hypnotherapy in the Treatment of Psychosomatic Disorders: Meta-analytical Evidence. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 55(3), 251–274. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207140701338696
Wolf, Schläppi, S., Benz, C. I., & Campus, G. (2022). Efficacy of Hypnosis on Dental Anxiety and Phobia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Brain Sciences, 12(5), 521–. https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci12050521
Nonetheless! Here are some scientific papers you might find useful that show the efficacy and reliability of clinical hypnosis as a therapeutic intervention:
Valentine, Milling, L. S., Clark, L. J., & Moriarty, C. L. (2019). The Efficacy of Hypnosis as a Treatment for Anxiety: A Meta-Analysis. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 67(3), 336–363. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207144.2019.1613863
Flammer, & Alladin, A. (2007). The Efficacy of Hypnotherapy in the Treatment of Psychosomatic Disorders: Meta-analytical Evidence. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 55(3), 251–274. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207140701338696
Wolf, Schläppi, S., Benz, C. I., & Campus, G. (2022). Efficacy of Hypnosis on Dental Anxiety and Phobia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Brain Sciences, 12(5), 521–. https://doi.org/10.3390/brainsci12050521
who can be hypnotised?
Everyone.
Some people claim that they cannot be hypnotised, or that they don't feel as if they were in trance. Sometimes that is true. They may have not been in trance, but this is the fault of the therapist, not the patient.
Individual differences may get in the way of inducing a patient into trance, but this is remedied by different approaches. After all, we're very good at hypnotising ourselves when we read a book or watch a film!
Some people claim that they cannot be hypnotised, or that they don't feel as if they were in trance. Sometimes that is true. They may have not been in trance, but this is the fault of the therapist, not the patient.
Individual differences may get in the way of inducing a patient into trance, but this is remedied by different approaches. After all, we're very good at hypnotising ourselves when we read a book or watch a film!
i'm afraid you'll make me do something
No hypnotherapist can make a patient do something they do not want to do.
Hypnotic suggestions are just that - suggestions. Clients can take on as much or as little as they like depending on what applies to them. An analogy that is commonly used among practitioners is the Captain and Navigator. The client is the Captain of their ship and decides on their heading based on recommendations from the Navigator (the practitioner).
Performing hypnotists (or stage hypnotists) like you see on TV cannot make you behave in certain ways, either. These performers rely on peer pressure and social norms to achieve their intended outcome (act like a chicken, collapse, etc.). They also whittle down their volunteer performers to find the one or two people that are most likely to conform!
Hypnotic suggestions are just that - suggestions. Clients can take on as much or as little as they like depending on what applies to them. An analogy that is commonly used among practitioners is the Captain and Navigator. The client is the Captain of their ship and decides on their heading based on recommendations from the Navigator (the practitioner).
Performing hypnotists (or stage hypnotists) like you see on TV cannot make you behave in certain ways, either. These performers rely on peer pressure and social norms to achieve their intended outcome (act like a chicken, collapse, etc.). They also whittle down their volunteer performers to find the one or two people that are most likely to conform!
What is it like to be hypnotised?
Hypnosis is different for everyone. Some people report:
- Feelings of relaxation and comfort
- A lightness in body and mind
- Being aware of different sensations of the body
- Physical numbness
- Time distortions
- Memory loss (of what occurred during the session)
Can hypnosis work ONline?
Of course! What's required for hypnosis to work is direction from the hypnotist. This can be done anywhere, as long as the voice can be heard.
Do i need a referral?
No, referrals are not necessary.
It is unfortunate that hypnotherapists are not currently recognised by Medicare, meaning Medicare cannot provide a partial refund. Please seek advice from your Private Health Fund to determine if they will support a claim
It is unfortunate that hypnotherapists are not currently recognised by Medicare, meaning Medicare cannot provide a partial refund. Please seek advice from your Private Health Fund to determine if they will support a claim
how do you store my information?
Cancellation policy
In the event that you need to cancel an appointment, please do so 24 hours before your scheduled booking.
Appointment cancellations made under 24 hours or a missed appointment will result in a $89.99 cancellation fee.
Appointment cancellations made under 24 hours or a missed appointment will result in a $89.99 cancellation fee.
Can I Claim my sessions with private health insurance?
Stirling Hypnotherapy is able to offer rebates to a limited number of private health insurance providers, coordinated through the International Strategic Psychotherapists Association (ISPA). The following health funds are eligible for rebates:
Please check with your private health insurance provider to determine if you eligible to claim the rebate.
- CBHS
Please check with your private health insurance provider to determine if you eligible to claim the rebate.
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