Trauma can leave a lasting effect on the way you feel, think, sleep, relate to others and see yourself. You may feel on edge, disconnected, stuck in old reactions or unsure how to rebuild confidence after difficult experiences.

This page and hypnosis recording are intended as general, complementary support for relaxation, grounding and confidence-related goals. They are not a promise to heal trauma or create “unshakable” confidence, and they do not replace trauma-informed medical or psychological treatment.

Trauma-informed support starts with safety

Trauma is personal, and there is no one correct pace for recovery. For some people, talking about past experiences or listening to hypnosis content can feel difficult or activating.

If you have trauma-related symptoms, PTSD, dissociation, severe anxiety, depression, self-harm thoughts or concerns about your safety, please speak with a GP, psychologist, psychiatrist or qualified trauma-informed mental-health professional. They can assess your needs and recommend appropriate care.

If you are in immediate danger or at risk of harming yourself or someone else, call 000. Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis support on 13 11 14. Find Australian mental-health helplines through Healthdirect.

Hypnosis for confidence and personal change

When appropriate, hypnotherapy may be used as complementary support for personal goals such as:

• Feeling calmer and more grounded in everyday life

• Managing stress and physical tension

• Building self-trust and confidence

• Reducing unhelpful overthinking

• Practising more supportive inner self-talk

• Creating healthy routines and boundaries

• Preparing for work, study, social situations or challenges

• Connecting with the strengths you already have

Everyone’s response is different. You remain aware and in control throughout hypnosis, and you can pause or stop any recording or session if it does not feel right for you.

Private one-to-one hypnotherapy in Brisbane

Clive Westwood has practised hypnotherapy since 2013 and provides calm, private and non-judgmental one-to-one sessions for adults, teenagers and children.

Sessions are tailored to your goals, experiences and pace. If you are currently receiving support from a psychologist, psychiatrist or GP, it is important that any complementary approach fits safely alongside that care.

Clive has a special interest in anxiety, panic attacks, overthinking and phobias. His work focuses on helping clients work towards meaningful personal goals in a respectful setting.

Award-recognised hypnotherapy in Brisbane

Clive is a Clinical Member of the Australian Hypnotherapy Association. He has been featured on Today Tonight, 9 News, ABC Radio and 2GB Radio.

His Brisbane practice has been recognised by ThreeBestRated and Quality Business Awards. You can also explore Google reviews, video testimonials from real clients, free hypnosis recordings and guided-meditation resources.

Watch Clive Westwood on Today Tonight

Red Hill appointments and online availability

From 1 October 2026, in-person appointments are held at:

Room 9, Perfect Wellness
148 Arthur Terrace, Red Hill QLD 4059

The clinic is convenient for people in Red Hill, Ashgrove, Paddington, Bardon, Kelvin Grove, Newmarket, Petrie Terrace, Brisbane City, Spring Hill, Herston, Milton, Fortitude Valley and surrounding inner-Brisbane suburbs.

Online appointments may also be available.

Learn more about Clive Westwood Hypnotherapy

Frequently asked questions

Can hypnosis heal trauma?

No single recording or hypnotherapy session can promise to heal trauma. Trauma-related concerns should be assessed and supported by an appropriate qualified health professional. Hypnotherapy is complementary support, not a replacement for trauma-informed treatment.

Can hypnosis help with confidence?

Some people use hypnosis to work towards confidence-related goals, such as feeling calmer, more prepared or more able to challenge self-doubt. Individual results vary.

What if the recording brings up difficult feelings?

Stop listening, ground yourself in the present and seek support from an appropriate health professional. If you are in crisis or concerned for your safety, call 000 or contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Will I lose control during hypnosis?

No. Hypnosis is not mind control. You remain aware and can pause, stop or choose not to continue at any time.

Can I enquire about a private appointment?

You can enquire about a Red Hill or online appointment to discuss whether complementary hypnotherapy may suit a separate personal goal.

Discuss an appointment with Clive Westwood

Individual results vary. Hypnotherapy is complementary support and is not a replacement for trauma-informed medical, psychological, psychiatric, crisis or emergency care.