Mindful Hypnotherapy and Wellness

10/12/2025

Only a few 90min sessions left this week to help reset that nervous system!
Massage (with or without acupuncture), hypnotherapy and EMDR
Book online- https://www.halaxy.com/book/appointment/ms-janine-mcilwain/hypnotherapist/598611/1052631

30/11/2025

It’s only the 1st of December, but the “new year, new me” pressure is already creeping in.
A lot of people feel this internal push to fix everything fast before January, especially those wanting to heal old patterns or trauma so they can enter 2026 at their highest potential.

But here’s the truth:
Around 88% of resolutions fail by the 1st 2 weeks, and only 8% of people stick with them long-term.

Why?
There are many reasons, but a big one comes back to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs.
Most people set goals from the top of the pyramid (growth, change, self-improvement) without strengthening the foundations first.

If your stress is high, sleep is off, or your nervous system is still in survival mode, your brain simply can’t create new habits. It’s not a lack of willpower, it’s biology. As a holistic health practioner, I can help support this side of things, but there are also other things to keep in mind.

A clear plan.
Many people think December is “too busy” to start.
But the truth is: the whole year is busy, and the sooner you put an achievable plan in place, the quicker you move out of fight/flight and into flow.

December actually gives you space to regulate, reset, and build the foundations that make change stick, before the rush of January expectations and falling back into old habits.

Furthermore, people who receive support are significantly more successful compared to those who go it alone.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7725288/

If you want support to head into 2026 feeling clear, grounded, and capable, I have space this month for 1-on-1 sessions.

You deserve goals that feel achievable, not overwhelming.

18/11/2025

When you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and your mind won’t switch off, what you really want is simple: to feel calm, clear, and in control again.

That’s why I combine acupuncture and hypnotherapy in the same session.

Acupuncture helps your body drop out of survival mode so you can breathe again.
And hypnotherapy helps your mind release the overthinking, self-judgment, and emotional heaviness you’ve been carrying.

Together, they create a deeper reset, the kind that feels like finally exhaling after holding your breath without realising it.

If burnout, stress, or anxiety have been building up lately (especially at this time of year!), this combination can help you feel regulated, grounded, and more like yourself again.

16/11/2025

So many people I’ve seen lately are exhausted, overloaded, and blaming themselves for it.
This week, try trading self-judgment for gentleness.
You might be surprised how much more energy you reclaim when you stop judging and start growing naturally.

05/11/2025

Feeling grateful to have wrapped up another year of uni last week! 😀
I’ve officially completed my Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science and will be starting my Honours year next.
With studies easing up for a little while, I now have a few extra spaces available for appointments over the next few months. Lately I’ve been helping a lot of clients with storm season anxiety, end-of-year stress, sleep difficulties, and emotional burnout all very common at this time of year.
If you’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed or just need some support to reset before the holidays, now’s a great time to book in 💛

08/08/2025

This is why you see a registered acupuncturist rather than a dry needler. We have to undergo 4 years of training whereas dry needlers can do a weekend course. Just not worth the risks.

The Health Complaints Commisioner investigates after reports two women were treated for lung damage after receiving a dry needling procedure at a regional Victorian massage clinic.

01/07/2025

Many of my clients have to deal with chronic gut health issues like IBS and bloating. There is research showing how both hypnotherapy and acupuncture can be natural and holistic supports to help you take back control. 💗
This month I've felt drawn to offer a 4 session acupuncture and hypnosis gut health package which includes-
✅4 X 1hr sessions of hypnosis and acupuncture for gut health
✅Chinese Medicine assessment and dietary advice
✅Links to gut health meditations to help support you in between sessions
✅Email support in between sessions
This package is normally $560- but if you book in July 2025, you’ll save $100! Normally $560, this month only $460, paid upfront. ✨
Clinic located in SOUTHPORT 😀
If you'd like to find out more DM or click on the link in the comments ✨

29/06/2025

26/06/2025

The transformation process isn’t always pretty but it’s always worth it and usually necessary!
So many of my clients lately are going through big inner shifts right now.
If you feel like things are falling apart, what may be happening is that the old version of you (the one stuck in survival mode, people-pleasing, and over giving) is being released.
It can feel messy, emotional, tiring and confusing.
Your nervous system is recalibrating. Where you’re learning to honour your truth and set boundaries that actually feel good.
There are supports available to make this process a little easier, to keep you focused on where you are going rather than the chaos that is unfolding around you. If you need some support please reach out.

05/06/2025

My most successful clients understand that the work we do in our sessions is just one part of the process. The real magic happens when you carry that work into your everyday life.

You don’t have to change everything all at once, but by making small, intentional shifts between sessions, you're reinforcing the positive changes we're creating together. It could be as simple as practicing a relaxation technique or noticing how you’re thinking and feeling throughout the day.

These little steps make the work we do in session even more powerful, leading to lasting results that will show up in your life in a big way. No pressure, just simple, achievable actions that help you move forward.

If you're truly ready for real, sustainable change, I’m here to support you every step of the way. 💫

03/06/2025

I’ve been combining hypnotherapy and acupuncture over the past few years with some really positive results. The two therapies complement each other so well, creating a balanced approach that helps to bring the mind and body in balance, all in one session.

Research shows that both modalities can help with things like pain management, stress, anxiety, and insomnia. Hypnotherapy calms your mind, reduces stress, and helps clear negative thinking – perfect for tackling anxiety or improving sleep. Acupuncture works on your body to ease tension, manage pain, and boost energy flow, leaving you feeling more balanced overall.

When used together, they address both your mental and physical well-being, helping you feel more relaxed and at ease. No pressure, just a natural, holistic way to feel better inside and out.

If this sounds like something that could help you, feel free to reach out anytime – I’d love to chat more about it!

21/04/2025

“I’m so glad this isn’t one of those 50-minute sessions.”

That’s what a client said to me last week, just as they were starting to settle into their body—after we’d uncovered something really important.

And it’s true.

So many traditional sessions feel rushed.
Just when the real stuff starts to come up… time’s up.

That’s why I offer 90-minute sessions.
Because healing doesn’t happen on a tight clock.

✨ Your nervous system needs time to feel safe.
✨ I work gently but deeply, so patterns can shift in their own way, on their own time.
✨ I leave space for real insights—not just quick fixes.

If you're looking for a new way of doing therapy, I may be able to help 🙂

https://mindfulhypnotherapyandwellness.com/