Unlock the Power of Indirect Suggestion in Hypnotherapy | Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy
Welcome to Talk Time. I’m Meredith McCarthy, a Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Wellington, New Zealand, and founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH). In this episode, we explore the subtle art of indirect suggestions—one of the most powerful and respectful tools in modern clinical hypnotherapy.
If you’ve ever wondered how to bypass resistance and support long-term change in a gentle, effective way, this episode is for you.
What we cover in this episode:
- The difference between direct and indirect suggestion
- How to use metaphors, stories, and permissive language
- Examples of real-time hypnotic phrasing
- How indirect suggestions support safety, trust, and client ownership
- Why storytelling plays a key role in creating meaningful transformation
- Practical tips for therapists learning hypnotic language
Whether you’re a hypnotherapy student, a practitioner looking to deepen your skills, or simply curious about how hypnosis works, you’ll find insights and inspiration to enhance your understanding of the subconscious mind.
If you’re interested in becoming a clinical hypnotherapist, I invite you to explore the NZACH 1000-hour Diploma Programme. We offer rolling intake, online live sessions, and a strong emphasis on practice-based learning. You can learn more at www.nzach.ac.nz.
The next episode in this hypnotic language series will focus on The Milton Model, where we dive into the legacy of Dr Milton Erickson and how his approach continues to influence client-centred, indirect work today.
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Ka kite,
Meredith McCarthy
Clinical Hypnotherapist | Founder of NZACH | President of NZAPH
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