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Trusted local counsellors ready to help on the Gold Coast
Hire the best counsellors in Gold Coast
Trusted local counsellors ready to help on the Gold Coast
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5.0 (19)
Available online
Southport QLD
·3.7 km
Hi! My name is Dr Janine McIlwain and I'm a clinical hypnotherapist, counsellor and EMDR trauma therapist and registered acupuncturist helping people reduce stress, anxiety and trauma-related issues including (but not limited to)-
Fears
Phobias
Trauma
Anger management
Addictions (sugar, cigarettes, gambling, alcohol)
Anxiety including social anxiety and nail-biting
Self-confidence
Gut health issues (often connected to anxiety)
Weight loss
Eating disorders
Stress
Depression
Chronic Pain
In addition to these, I can also help with mindfulness and relaxation tools, general mental health and well-being maintenance, clarity around life direction, and pain management.
WHY HYPNOTHERAPY?
In the state of hypnosis, we can work directly with the subconscious mind bypassing the conscious, critical thinking mind and get those positive suggestions, thoughts and imagery where they need to be, to create lasting change. It’s our conscious mind that creates barriers to our healing, so we need to access that deeper part of our mind for true benefit.
Often my clients have been seeing psychologists and other mental health professionals for years with no real impact so decide to give hypnotherapy a go. They are often surprised when they experience very quick breakthroughs and realizations from their issues and are able to move forward positively with their lives free from the restriction of stress and anxiety.
This is because in hypnosis, we work with the WHOLE MIND. We can talk directly with the subconscious mind and get to all those core beliefs, habits, patterns and hidden blocks that are keeping us stuck in the past. Once these are bought to the awareness of the conscious mind, then true change can happen.
I use an intuitive mix of NLP, hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, theta healing, tapping and EMDR in the sessions. Standard counselling sessions are also available for those that just need to talk through some things and gain some clarity about their life.
Suite 3/ 19 Short St Southport QLD and I also offer online appointments via Telehealth.
from $100/hour
5.0 (23)
Available online
Bundall QLD
·1.7 km
A compassionate, committed, warm and caring Counsellor with diverse range of skills, experience and knowledge that have been developed over the years through both formal education and personal experiences. Offering affordable counselling so that you can get the help and direction you need with real results. I believe that everyone has their own story and experiences to tell that has led them to seek counselling and see it as my job to help them understand and work through those experiences by providing tools and strategies that are practical and life changing. I provide a safe non- judgmental environment whether it be online or face to face ensuring that you get the most from every session you undertake with me.
Specialising in:
Childhood Trauma for Men and Women
Trauma Processing
Emotional Intelligence and connection
Self-esteem & Confidence
Managing Anxiety and Depression
Reframing thoughts and patterns
Couples Counselling
Identifying Patterns and behaviours with attracting partners - for men and women
5.0 (66)
Available online
ServesGold Coast
Please feel free to text or call me directly- I'd love to join you on this journey! My website address is: www.highwaytohappiness.com.au.
Highway to Happiness is all about empowering you to create real, lasting change in your life.
Using a powerful combination of Strategic Psychotherapy and Clinical Hypnotherapy, we help you break free from limiting beliefs, reduce anxiety, overcome self-doubt and unlock your full potential.
Whether you’re struggling with stress, perfectionism, weight loss, insomnia, or habits like smoking, we guide you towards a calmer, more confident you.
With a compassionate, results-focused approach, we help you reconnect with yourself, embrace the present, and start truly living. Ready to step into your best life?
Let’s make it happen- together. Join me- on the Highway to Happiness.
5.0 (5)
Available online
ServesGold Coast
+ 9 moreAt Halo Journey, we understand that reaching out for support often happens at a moment when life feels heavy, confusing or simply too much to hold on your own. You deserve a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood and supported, and that is exactly what we offer.
We provide Family Dispute Resolution, AMDRAS mediation, Counselling and Psychotherapy for all ages, along with Couples and Family Counselling. More than a list of services, we offer a calm and compassionate place to land. Whether you are navigating conflict, healing from something painful or wanting to feel more grounded and connected, we walk with you at your pace.
Our team brings more than 75 years of combined experience in people helping roles. We are qualified, registered and deeply human practitioners who lead with empathy, respect and integrity. You will never be rushed or treated like a number. Your story matters to us, and we honour it with care.
We also offer evening and weekend appointments because we know that life, parenting, work and emotions do not fit neatly into business hours.
If you are ready to feel supported, understood and a little less alone, we are here to walk with you, one gentle step at a time.
Your journey matters, and we would be honoured to be part of it.
$200/hour
4.9 (35)
Available online
ServesGold Coast
+ 1 moreWinner of the Quality Business Awards 2025 for Best Hypnotherapy in the Mornington Peninsular Shire due to rating #1 on service, satisfaction, reputation and quality with 5 star ratings from happy clients. Fresh Start Hypnotherapy achieved results in stress management, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, relaxation, sleep disorders, pain management, confidence, relationships, addictions eg alcohol, smoking and weight loss. SMS for a quick response.
Research shows hypnotherapy has a proven 93 % success rate over a course of 6 sessions according to the American Health organization. However some hypnotherapy clients of mine have only needed 1 or 2 sessions to reach their goal.
Each session begins with counselling & involves lifecoaching to achieve goals & transformation.
For Children & Families :
As a professional accredited SleepTalk® consultant, I teach parents to effectively use the SleepTalk® process which allows them to improve their children’s behaviours, attitudes and habits.
Some of the issues that I have successfully helped families with through SleepTalk® include sleeping disorders, anxiety, sibling rivalry, behaviours linked to Autism-ASD ADHD, confidence, agoraphobia, ODD, self harming, bedwetting, selective mutism, sensitivity to noise, ability to give and receive affection, social skills, academic performance, focus and concentration, fussy eating, aggressive & argumentative behaviour. The families have all improved their loving relationships and restored a sense of calm.
As an experienced teacher, I have been involved in teaching primary, secondary, and then adults at TAFE for the last 26 years. This has given me a great understanding of the needs and pressures that modern families are under in today’s stressful world. I enjoy helping families and children heal so they can learn and reach their full potential. I found Hypnotherapy and Sleep Talk ® to help my own family and myself and I found it to be the quickest, easiest and most time and cost efficient solution.
How much does it cost to hire a counsellor in Gold Coast?
$130 – $240
per session
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Individual therapy sessions on the Gold Coast generally range from $130 to $240 per session, with fees varying based on the counsellor's qualifications, location, and the type of therapy offered. Practices in areas like Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach may sit at the higher end of that range, while counsellors in suburbs like Robina or Southport can offer more affordable options. If your GP issues a Mental Health Treatment Plan, you may be eligible for Medicare rebates of up to $141.85 per session when seeing a registered psychologist. Out-of-pocket costs and session length can also differ based on the therapeutic approach used.