Meredith McCarthy NZ Clinical Hypnotherapist

06/05/2026

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to train in clinical hypnotherapy?

You are warmly invited to come along to one of our live online NZACH training sessions and experience what our classes are like.

This is a great opportunity to meet us, get a feel for the way we teach, and see whether the Advanced Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy feels like the right next step for you.

Our training is practical, supportive, psychology-informed, and ethics-led. You will have the chance to see how our students learn in a live online environment and gain insight into what professional hypnotherapy training involves.

You can RSVP here:

https://www.nzach.ac.nz/event-details-registration/module-1-introduction-to-hypnotherapy-session-1-2026-05-07-18-30

If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch.

www.nzach.ac.nz

This is for the hypnotherapy diploma students that have signed up to the course.

15/03/2026

One of the questions people often ask me before their first hypnotherapy session is:
“What does hypnosis actually feel like?”
Many people arrive imagining something mysterious or dramatic, perhaps influenced by stage hypnosis they’ve seen on television.
In reality, clinical hypnotherapy is usually much gentler than people expect.
Most people describe the experience as a calm, focused state where the mind becomes quieter and more receptive to new perspectives. It’s a bit like that moment when you’re absorbed in a good book or drifting into a daydream.
What fascinates me most about this work is the art of suggestion. Our minds are constantly responding to the words we hear and the stories we tell ourselves. When the mind becomes relaxed and focused, even small shifts in thinking can open the door to new possibilities.
I recently wrote a short article exploring this idea and included a simple 5-minute exercise that can sometimes reveal surprising insights about the things we want to change in our lives.
Sometimes the most interesting discoveries begin with a moment of curiosity.
If you’re curious to read the article, I’ve shared the link below.

One of the questions I hear most often when someone visits my clinic is this:"I’ve always been curious about hypnosis… but what does it actually feel like?"After more than 30 years working as a clinical hypnotherapist, I’ve heard that question many times, and it’s a good one. Many people arr...

03/03/2026

Playing around with using gold native NZ birds and lotus flowers 😊

03/03/2026

This is another paining that is part of the journey 😊

03/03/2026

Here is another one 😊

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

Starting to get some paintings finished. Tell me what you think?

27/02/2026

Tomorrow in Wellington 💛

From Stressed to Inspired: A Creative Reset Day

If you have been feeling stretched, overloaded, or simply ready for a reset, this is your invitation.

Tomorrow we will:

• settle the nervous system with sound and guided meditation
• explore self reflection through the Tree exercise
• use intuitive journalling to access inner clarity
• reshape stress into strength using creative expression
• anchor confidence through NLP’s Circle of Excellence

You do not need to be creative.
You just need to be willing to show up.

🗓 Saturday 28 February
⏰ 10.00 am to 4.00 pm
📍 Wellington

There are still a few spaces available.

If you have been thinking about it, this is your gentle nudge.

Meredith McCarthy
+64 27 699 3950

Life can feel overwhelming at times. If you’ve been craving a reset, a way to ease stress, find fresh energy, and feel like yourself again, this workshop is for you.

23/02/2026

This Saturday in Wellington 💙
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched, or like you need a proper reset — this day is for you.

I’m running From Stressed to Inspired: A Creative Reset Day this Saturday, and it’s a gentle, supportive 6-hour workshop designed to help you slow down, release stress, and reconnect with your energy through meditation, creativity, and practical mindset tools.

✨ Guided meditation
✨ Hands-on creative activities
✨ NLP Circle of Excellence confidence work
✨ A warm, welcoming space (morning & afternoon tea included)

📍 Wellington – 24 Johnston Street
🗓 Saturday 28 Feb
🕙 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Tickets:
• Full price $225
• Bring a friend $360

If you’ve been needing a reset, I’d love to have you there.
👉 Book here: https://www.meredithmccarthy.com/event-details/from-stressed-to-inspired-a-creative-reset-day-2

Please share with someone who might need this 💛

Life can feel overwhelming at times. If you’ve been craving a reset, a way to ease stress, find fresh energy, and feel like yourself again, this workshop is for you.

15/02/2026

From Stressed to Inspired: A Creative Reset Day
Wellington | Saturday 28 February 2026 | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sustained stress impacts clarity, creativity, and decision-making.
This 6-hour in-person workshop is designed to help participants step out of overwhelm and reconnect with focus, energy, and confidence in a practical, grounded way.
During the day participants will:
• Experience guided relaxation to regulate the nervous system
• Engage in structured creative activities to release tension
• Use NLP’s Circle of Excellence to strengthen confidence
• Leave with practical tools they can apply immediately
Ideal for professionals, business owners, and anyone feeling stretched or mentally overloaded.
📍 Level 4, 24 Johnston Street, Wellington
☕ Morning and afternoon tea included
Investment:
$225
Bring a friend: $360
Bookings are now open.

Life can feel overwhelming at times. If you’ve been craving a reset, a way to ease stress, find fresh energy, and feel like yourself again, this workshop is for you.

21/01/2026

Expressive Writing: 4 Sessions, 15–20 Minutes, Keep it Private

For more information about becoming a clinical hypnotherapist visit: www.nzach.ac.nz

21/01/2026

Talk Time: Expressive Writing & the Science of Journaling

In last week’s episode of Talk Time, I was joined by my colleague Teresa Saunders for a thoughtful conversation about a powerful, science-backed approach to journaling that goes far beyond traditional daily reflection.

We explored expressive writing — a structured journaling method developed by psychologist Dr James Pennebaker, and more recently highlighted by neuroscientist Andrew Huberman. This approach has been shown to support emotional processing, language shifts, nervous system regulation, and even physical wellbeing when practised safely and intentionally.
Rather than writing about everyday events, expressive writing involves short, focused sessions (around 15–20 minutes) where the brain is given space to process emotionally significant experiences — without worrying about grammar, structure, or anyone else ever reading it.
In this episode, we talk about:
• What expressive writing is (and what it isn’t)
• Why short writing sessions can create lasting change
• How language patterns shift as healing occurs
• The role of the brain and prefrontal cortex in emotional processing
• Why honesty and privacy are essential
• Important considerations when journaling around trauma
• How this method can complement therapeutic work
This conversation may resonate if you:
• Feel stuck processing past experiences
• Are interested in evidence-based self-reflection tools
• Work therapeutically with others and want to expand your toolbox
• Are curious about the connection between language, emotion, and healing
⚠️ A gentle note:
If you’re working with significant trauma or find strong emotions arising, it’s important to have appropriate support in place. This conversation is educational and not a substitute for professional care.
🎙️ We also reference research from the Huberman Lab and peer-reviewed studies on expressive writing.
If you’d like to listen, reflect, or share your thoughts, I’d love to hear what stood out for you.
And if you find these conversations helpful, liking or sharing really does help them reach others who may benefit.
Meredith 🌿

In this episode of Talk Time, clinical hypnotherapist Meredith McCarthy is joined by colleague Teresa Saunders for a thoughtful conversation about a powerful...