Hypnotherapy FAQ | Neurohealth Wellness

Looking to make positive and lasting change in your life? At Neurohealth Wellness on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, our certified hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner Katarina McNamara is here to guide you through the safe, effective process of hypnotherapy. Below are answers to our most frequently asked questions to help you better understand this powerful healing technique.

Why choose hypnotherapy?

Hypnotherapy is safe, effective, and tailored to you.
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It works by helping you access your subconscious mind—the part responsible for habits, emotional responses, and deep beliefs. With professional guidance, you can shift your perspective and achieve meaningful, long-term change.

Through hypnosis, we activate the mind-body connection to help you reconnect with your own inner healing resources.

Our clients have used hypnotherapy to support:

Stress reduction and anxiety relief
Improved sleep
Overcoming fears and phobias
Emotional wellbeing and mental clarity
Chronic pain reduction
Performance enhancement hypnosis
Body shaping and weight management
Resolving emotional blocks
Resolving emotional blocks
Transforming limiting beliefs

How does hypnosis work, and is it safe?

Yes, hypnosis is completely safe. It’s a natural, focused state of attention—often called a trance state—similar to daydreaming or being "in the zone" during a run. You’re deeply relaxed yet mentally alert.

During a session:

We discuss your goals or concerns.
You’re gently guided into a relaxed state.
In this calm state, your mind becomes more receptive to suggestions that align with your goals.
You remain aware and in control the entire time.

At Neurohealth Wellness, our approach is gentle, respectful, and always customised to suit your individual needs.

How many hypnotherapy sessions will I need?

It depends on your goals and commitment to change.
Some people experience noticeable benefits after one session, while others may require several, depending on:

The complexity of the issue (e.g., smoking cessation vs. chronic pain or trauma)
Your readiness and willingness to engage in the process
You remain aware and in control the entire time.

Our focus is on helping you make lasting, sustainable changes—not prolonging therapy.

What is the cost of a hypnotherapy session?

We offer affordable, high-quality care delivered by a trained clinical hypnotherapist:

Initial consultation: up to 1.5 hours – $160
Follow-up sessions: 45–65 minutes – $135

Your first session includes a detailed consultation and a personalised treatment plan. All sessions take place in our calm, private space in Allambie Heights, easily accessible to those in Brookvale, Manly, and surrounding Northern Beaches suburbs.

What should I expect during a session?

Each session is unique and fully personalised. You can expect:

A supportive, confidential environment
Gentle guidance into a relaxed trance state
Use of NLP techniques where appropriate to reframe thought patterns
Practical tools to reinforce progress between sessions

Our goal is to help you feel empowered, aligned, and supported on your journey toward better mental health and wellbeing.

Who will I see for hypnotherapy?

You'll be working with Katarina McNamara, a qualified hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner with a Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy & NLP. Katarina is passionate about the mind-body connection and committed to helping people shift their focus, unlock the subconscious, and find their own path to healing. Mind Shift Clinic