NZAPH REGISTERED
CLINICAL HYPNOTHERAPIST
"When you change the way you think about obstacles, you change how you overcome them."
Are You Ready to Bring Out the Best in Yourself?
Begin Your Hypnotherapy & Coaching Journey
Have you ever felt stuck — like there’s more out there for you, but something inside keeps holding you back?
What if you’re not broken — just ready to grow?
You may just need the right support to reconnect with your inner wisdom and take the next step forward.
I’m here to help you do just that — with warmth, practical tools, and a deep belief in your potential.
Kia ora, I’m Meredith McCarthy — a Wellington based clinical hypnotherapist with over 30 years of experience helping people rediscover calm, clarity, and confidence. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, unhelpful habits, or simply sensing that something within is ready to shift, you’re in the right place.
At Wellington-Hypnotherapy-Life-Coaching I use a combination of Clinical Hypnotherapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and personalised life coaching, we’ll gently explore the and personalised life coaching, we’ll gently explore your beliefs, patterns, and inner dialogue that might be keeping you small — and begin shifting them together.
What You Can Expect
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An integrative, evidence-informed approach using Hypnotherapy, NLP, Mind–Body Coaching, Meditation, and Reiki
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Personalised care tailored to your goals, story, and pace
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Over 30 years of clinical experience supporting people of all ages
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Sessions available in Wellington, Petone, or online via Zoom — with flexible booking and time zone-friendly options
Work With Me From Anywhere in the World 🌍
Whether you're based in Australia, the UK, the US, Canada — or anywhere else — you can experience the benefits of working together without leaving home.
Zoom sessions are secure, confidential, and just as effective as in-person work. Many clients say they feel deeply supported and connected — and often notice meaningful shifts in how they think, feel, and respond to life.
Ready to Take the First Step?
You can book your first 90-minute session online — a space to explore what’s going on beneath the surface, set intentions, and begin gently shifting what no longer serves you.
Your transformation begins the moment you say yes to yourself.
Unlock the power of the mind Become a Certified Hypnotherapist
Introducing NZACH: A Gateway to a Career in Hypnotherapy
As a passionate advocate for the power of hypnotherapy, I am thrilled to introduce the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH), a culmination of my 31 years of experience in the field.
Explore the NZACH Programme and Begin Your Journey in Clinical Hypnotherapy
Areas I Work With
Emotional Wellbeing and Inner Calm
Inner Child and Past Experiences
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Childhood emotional wounds or unmet needs
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Inner critic, shame, or self-sabotage
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Attachment struggles and fear of trusting others
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Supporting your younger self through gentle regression
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Working with the unconscious patterns that keep you small
Rest and Relaxation
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Struggling to fall or stay asleep
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Overthinking at night or waking unrested
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Resetting your relationship with rest and sleep
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Self-hypnosis tools for deep relaxation and repair
Women’s Wellness and Life Transitions
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Menopause, hormonal changes, and emotional steadiness
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Navigating postnatal feelings or identity shifts
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Rebuilding confidence after body or life changes
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Working through relationship stress and trust repair
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Gentle healing after betrayal, heartbreak, or loss
Mind-Body Healing and Recovery Support
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Living with chronic tension or discomfort
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Supporting conditions like IBS or migraines with mind-body tools
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Connecting with the wisdom of your head, heart, and gut
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Exploring emotional roots of physical tension
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Preparing emotionally for surgery, healing, or change
Confidence, Clarity and Career
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Speaking up with confidence and being seen
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Shifting imposter syndrome or perfectionism
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Finding your path or reconnecting with purpose
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Navigating workplace stress, leadership, or burnout
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Building courage to change direction or start something new
Spiritual Growth and Energy Healing
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Feeling stuck, disconnected, or unclear
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Exploring soul purpose or spiritual identity
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Strengthening energetic boundaries
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Past life exploration and spiritual regression
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Reiki and intuitive healing for deeper alignment
Hypnotherapy has been shown to support a wide range of emotional and behavioural challenges.
Clinical hypnotherapy is increasingly used alongside traditional mental health and wellness support in New Zealand and worldwide
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Why Settle for Average?
Hypnotherapy offers a powerful way to shift unhelpful patterns, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and create meaningful change. Over the past 30 years, I’ve worked with clients of all ages — including children and teenagers — and I’m still inspired by how deeply this work can support healing, clarity, and confidence.
I’m proud to be in a field that honours each person’s uniqueness and offers practical, lasting tools for growth.
Where to Find Me
You can see me in person at:
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Wellington CBD – Tuesday to Friday
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Petone – Monday afternoons
Or join me online from anywhere in the world.
I’m a Registered Professional Member of the New Zealand Association of Professional Hypnotherapists (NZAPH) and work to the highest standards of professional care.
"I feel like a better version of myself. Totally aware and open to everything. Learning the sky is the limit and I possess everything I will ever require to achieve whatever I want. Meredith what a gift you have.Totally mind - blowing."
Wendy
"Meredith has been instrumental in helping me deal with some underlying issues. She has the ability to understand what I'm trying to say, even if I can't articulate it well. She's helped me understand how to create a more confident and calm internal story which has already helped me move towards being the best I can be. It's been much appreciated."
Anonymous
These testimonials reflect individual experiences. Results vary, and hypnotherapy outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
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