Clinical hypnotherapy · Australia-wide
Online hypnotherapy, wherever you are in Australia
For anxiety that won’t switch off, a habit you keep trying to quit, or nights staring at the ceiling. Work one to one with Ernest McLeod, by video from your own home.
Or call 0427 218 092
- Free 15-minute phone call
- I ring you within 24 hours
- No obligation
Session by video
- 14 yearsin clinical practice
- FellowAustralian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists
- Every statesame price, by video from home
- 1 to 1with Ernest, every session
Does this sound familiar?
You’ve tried willpower. The pattern keeps winning.
- Your mind won’t switch off, even when you’re exhausted.
- You’ve quit before. More than once. It never quite sticks.
- Your heart starts racing before you’ve even walked into the room.
- You’ve started quietly planning your life around a fear.
None of this is a character flaw. These are learned patterns of behaviour: responses your mind now runs on autopilot, often faster than you can think. Hypnosis works with that automatic layer. It’s a focused, relaxed state where you stay aware and in control the whole time.
What I help with
Hypnotherapy for anxiety, phobias, habits, sleep and emotions
Most of what brings people to me falls into one of these five areas, starting with anxiety. Pick the one closest to what’s going on for you.
Anxiety and stress
Anxiety, panic attacks, social and health anxiety, exam nerves, burnout and fear of public speaking.
Explore anxiety and stress
Phobias
Flying, heights, vomiting, enclosed spaces, leaving the house, and the fears that shrink your world.
Explore phobias
Habits and addictions
Smoking, vaping, alcohol, gambling, drugs, nail biting and hair pulling.
Explore habits and addictions
Sleep
Insomnia, a mind that won’t settle at night, nightmares and night terrors.
Explore sleep
Mind and emotions
Confidence, imposter syndrome, procrastination, anger, low mood, trauma and OCD, alongside your GP or psychologist.
Explore mind and emotionsNot sure where yours fits?
That’s what the free call is for. Tell me what’s going on and I’ll tell you honestly whether I can help.
Request a free consultation
Why online works
Online hypnotherapy sessions: your sofa, not a waiting room
Online hypnotherapy is one-to-one work by video, instead of face-to-face in a clinic. Hypnosis depends on your attention, not on being in the same room as me. Many people find it easier to relax at home.
- No travel, no waiting roomJoin from home on your lunch break, after the kids are in bed, or wherever you feel settled.
- The same help in every stateRegional or city, Perth, Melbourne or Hobart. Same practitioner, same prices, in your own time zone.
- An audio to take homeAfter your sessions you receive a recording to listen to between appointments, so the work carries on during the week.
All you need
- A quiet, private room
- A reliable internet connection
- A laptop, tablet or phone with a camera
- A pair of headphones
Online sessions run on Google Meet, much like a telehealth appointment. I send you a link, and you click it to join. Sessions are private and never recorded unless you agree in writing. If the video drops, I ring you and we carry on.
How it works
From free call to your first online session
Simple, clear, and you know the total price before you commit to anything.
Request a free call
Tick the times that suit you: morning, afternoon, evening or anytime. I’ll ring you within 24 hours. On the call you tell me what’s going on, and I tell you honestly whether I can help and what it would cost. Ask me anything about hypnosis too.
15 minutes · free · no obligationAgree a plan
Many issues suit a 4-session program. Anxiety, trauma and low mood usually need a longer plan we build together.
Clear total priceBegin by video
Sessions on Google Meet from home, with an audio recording to keep the work going between appointments.
Anywhere in Australia
Who you’ll be working with
Meet Ernest McLeod, the person you’ll work with
I’ve been in clinical practice for fourteen years. Before that I spent twenty years as a software engineer and designer. So I care more about what works than what sounds impressive.
My practice is in Adelaide, and I see clients right across Australia by video. You work with me directly, every session. There’s no handing you on to someone else. I also train other hypnotherapists. My courses on quitting smoking, vaping and gambling count as professional development (CPD), approved by the Australian Hypnotherapists’ Association.
- Time Line Therapy® Practitioner
- Fellow, ASCH
- Trainer: AHA-approved CPD courses
- Certified NLP Practitioner
Hypnotherapy isn’t a registered profession in Australia, so I’m not AHPRA-registered and I’m not a psychologist. My ASCH Fellowship is voluntary.
More about me →What it costs
Clear prices, the same in every state
You’ll know the total before you commit to anything. The 4-session program is $1,000 in total. All prices in AUD. No GST applies.
- Suits most issues
4-session program
Fears, habits, sleep, confidence and more
$1,000upfront
$250 a session, or $1,200 paid as you go
- Four sessions by video
- Audio recordings to use between sessions
- Sessions valid for 12 months
Treatment plan
Anxiety, panic, burnout, trauma, low mood, OCD
$1,500to $3,000 upfront
6 to 12 sessions typical, $250 each upfront or $300 as you go
- Starts with a $300 first session, credited to your plan
- A plan built around you, with the total agreed upfront
- Audio recordings between sessions
Quit smoking or vaping
One focused 90-minute session, with a year of support
$590total
A single 90-minute session
- 12 months of support: follow-up calls and SMS
- Top-up sessions as you need them
- For cigarettes or vapes
- Single session: $300
- Pay by: card or bank transfer
- Unused sessions: use them for another issue, or pass them to someone else
- Full pricing and terms
Not ready to talk to anyone yet?
Start tonight with a self-hypnosis recording I’ve chosen for common problems like sleep, anxiety and confidence.
Questions people ask first
Common questions about online hypnotherapy Australia-wide
Still unsure? Ask me on the free call, or read the full list of questions.
Does online hypnotherapy really work?
Hypnosis depends on your attention and on what we do together, and both come through a video call. Many people find it easier to relax at home than in an unfamiliar room. Research comparing online and in-person hypnosis directly is still limited, so I won’t quote you a figure. Does hypnotherapy work?
What does it cost? Is it covered by Medicare?
A 4-session program is $1,000 upfront, or $1,200 paid session by session. Quit smoking or vaping is $590 in total. Unused prepaid sessions stay valid for 12 months. You can use them for something else or pass them on. Hypnotherapy isn’t covered by Medicare, and you don’t need a GP referral. Health fund extras cover varies, so check with your fund. Full pricing and terms
Will I lose control?
No. You hear everything, you remember it, and you can open your eyes and stop whenever you like. Hypnosis is focused, relaxed attention. Nothing happens that you don’t want to happen.
How many sessions will I need?
Many issues suit a 4-session program. Anxiety, panic, burnout, trauma, low mood and OCD usually need 6 to 12 sessions. Quitting smoking or vaping is one 90-minute session with 12 months of support. These are typical ranges, not promises. Your first session runs up to 90 minutes, and follow-up sessions up to 60 minutes.
Is it safe? Are there any downsides?
For most adults, yes. You stay aware throughout. Some people feel a little drowsy afterwards, so take a few quiet minutes before driving. If you have a serious mental health condition such as psychosis, please talk to me and your doctor first. Hypnotherapy may not be the right fit.
Is what I tell you confidential?
Yes. What you tell me stays between us. The only exception applies to any practitioner: if I believed you or someone else was at serious risk of harm, I would act on it. Your information is handled under my privacy policy and the Australian Privacy Principles.
Do I need to stop seeing my GP or psychologist?
No. Hypnotherapy is a complementary therapy. It works alongside your GP or psychologist, not instead of them. Please don’t change any medication without talking to your doctor.
How do I choose a qualified online hypnotherapist?
Hypnotherapy isn’t a registered profession in Australia, so ask about their training and memberships. A clear total price and an honest answer about evidence are good signs too. My memberships are on the About page.
What’s the difference between a hypnotist and a hypnotherapist?
A hypnotist usually uses hypnosis to entertain, for example in a stage show. A hypnotherapist uses it in private, with your consent, to help with a problem you’ve chosen to work on. Neither title is regulated in Australia.
Who do you see?
Adults aged 18 and over, anywhere in Australia. If you’re looking for help for a child or teenager, your GP or school counsellor is the right first step.
What happens on the free call?
Fifteen minutes by phone. You tell me what’s going on and I ask a few questions. Then I tell you plainly whether I think I can help and what it would cost. If I don’t think I’m the right person, I’ll say so.
Book your free 15-minute call
Tell me the best time to reach you and I’ll call within 24 hours. Fifteen minutes, no pressure, and an honest answer about whether I can help.
Request a free consultationOr call 0427 218 092
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Hypnotherapy is a complementary therapy, not medical treatment, a diagnosis, or a substitute for care from your doctor or a psychologist. Results vary from person to person. If your symptoms are severe or persistent, please speak to your GP. Last updated 9 October 2026.