Teresa Saunders
NZAPH Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist
Transform Your Life with Hypnotherapy and Coaching in Hutt Valley, Wellington, and Online.
Helping you and your whānau explore calm, clarity and confidence through personalised hypnotherapy and complementary therapies.
Why work with me?
Life can feel heavy at times. I offer a calm, supportive space where you or your child can explore practical tools for wellbeing, emotional balance and everyday resilience.
With over 20 years of experience in holistic health, I bring a grounded, integrative approach that combines clinical hypnotherapy, coaching, Bowen therapy, Reiki, and kinesiology. I’ve supported adults, children, and families through many different life stages, helping them develop resilience, emotional balance, and confidence.
I’m a Clinical Hypnotherapist (NZAPH Registered), trained in Reiki and Bowen Therapy, and a qualified Soul Power Kinesiologist. This allows me to tailor sessions to your unique needs, drawing on both evidence-based and holistic approaches.
Whether it’s helping a child ease their worries, supporting a teenager to feel more confident, or guiding an adult through life’s challenges, I offer a calm, practical space for healing and growth.
Services
Gently explore subconscious patterns and create space for change.
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A gentle body-based therapy that may support relaxation, balance, and physical ease.
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Creative and age-appropriate support to help children feel calmer, safer, and more confident.
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Restorative energy work for balance, and Reiki training for those drawn to learn.
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Practical, grounded guidance to shift blocks, clarify goals, and support everyday wellbeing.
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NLP offers practical tools for shifting unhelpful thought patterns and strengthening the way you respond to life’s challenges.
Area's I Support
Every person’s journey is unique, but many of the challenges we face are shared. I support both adults and young people with a range of emotional and wellbeing concerns, including
I offer complementary support for:
• Anxiety and stress
• Confidence and self-esteem
• Sleep difficulties
• Emotional regulation
• Life transitions
• Family and parenting support
• Phobias (including needle anxiety)
• Trauma-related experiences
• Pain-related tension and mind–body patterns
• Feeling overwhelmed or stuck
• Children navigating big emotions
If one of these areas resonates with you, I invite you to explore further. You may discover new ways of moving forward, at your own pace.
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TESTIMONIALS
“I felt so safe and supported. The sessions helped me understand myself better and gave me tools I still use every day.” - Client feedback
FAQs About Hypnotherapy
Q: What is hypnotherapy, and how does it work?
A:People often seek hypnotherapy for support with anxiety, stress, sleep difficulties, phobic responses, trauma-related experiences, confidence, emotional balance and pain-related tension. Hypnotherapy is a complementary approach and can sit alongside professional healthcare where needed.
Q: Can I book online sessions?
A: Absolutely! Online sessions are as effective as in-person ones. From the comfort of your home, you can experience the same transformative benefits.
Q: How long does it take to work?
A: Every person is different. Some clients notice benefits after a few sessions, while others prefer longer-term support. There is no set number of sessions.
Q: What issues can you help with?
A: I can support you with anxiety, stress, trauma-related experiences, confidence building, habit change, and much more. Explore the full list of services here.
Have more questions? Contact me today!
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Deep Dive Interview. Exploring Hypnotherapy & Holistic Healing with Teresa Saunders
Join me in this exclusive deep-dive interview, where we explore the transformative power of hypnotherapy, holistic health, and reality coaching. Discover how these modalities can help you overcome challenges, break free from limiting beliefs, and create lasting change in your life.
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How mindfulness changes our lives
Welcome to a world where mindfulness is more than just a buzzword, but a transformative approach to life. Harnessing the power of attention and presence, mindfulness encourages us to pause, breathe, and tune in to the present moment, enabling us to fully engage with the here and now.
In our hectic, fast-paced lives, our minds are often cluttered with worries about the future and regrets from the past, hindering us from experiencing the beauty of the present moment. Mindfulness, however, can help you break free from these constraints, fostering a sense of peace, balance, and overall well-being.
Support for Rest and Sleep
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Helps you sleep better
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May enhance quality of sleep
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Improves sleep
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Assists with relaxation
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Quietens the mind
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Reduced muscle tension
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Reduces rumination
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Feeling more settled in the evenings
Support for Emotional Balance
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Reduces stress
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Reduces stress levels
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People often feel less overwhelmed
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Decreases anxiety & depression
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Increase your ability to regulate emotions
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Observing feelings without judgement
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Letting go of what no longer serves you
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Better mood
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Feeling more present and grounded
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A greater sense of overall wellbeing
Support for Mental Clarity
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Better focus
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Being fully present
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Improves attention & concentration
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Being aware of your environment
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Paying attention to detail
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In control of actions
Support for Physical Ease & Mind–Body Connection
Softening physical tension
• Feeling more relaxed in the body
• Releases endorphins
Support for chronic pain-related tension
• Support for stress-related digestive discomfort
• Support for mindful eating and weight awareness
•Encourages healthy mind–body habits
•Supports relaxation, which may contribute to a calmer body