SUPPORT FOR CHILDHOOD TRAUMA

A gentle, practical plan to help your body feel safe, your voice feel steady, and your choices feel clear—at your pace.

No forcing. No overwhelm. You stay in control the entire time. We build safety first and move at your pace.

WHAT WE COVER

  • Safety first: create a present‑moment sense of “I’m safe enough right now”

  • Triggers & body signals: notice early cues (tight chest/gut, startle, shutdown)

  • Protective patterns: fawn, freeze, overworking—update with kinder options

  • Boundary language: short phrases that hold without guilt

  • Meaning & memory: soften old stories; grow a kinder inner voice

  • Daily skills: breath pacing, orienting, grounding, and simple resets

HOW IT WORKS

  • Step 1: Free 20‑minute call We clarify what’s hard right now, answer questions, and outline a plan that fits your life.

  • Step 2: First session (in‑person or online) Build safety, map triggers and body signals, and install new responses. You’ll leave with tools for your first week.

  • Step 3: Follow‑ups (as needed) 1–3 shorter sessions to reinforce calm, boundaries, and confidence in real‑life moments.

Note on timelines Many people shift in 1–3 sessions; we’ll tailor the plan to your needs. Results vary—your pace leads.

HIGH-RISK MOMENTS WE PREPARE FOR

  • Family visits and difficult conversations

  • Conflict at home or work; authority figures

  • Medical settings, loud noises, and startle responses

  • Holidays, anniversaries, and grief dates

  • Intimacy, closeness, and saying no

  • Crowds, public speaking, or being “on the spot”

CLIENT WORDS

Sam
Significantly Improved
Feeling the least anxiety I have for a long time, can't thank you enough!
Tracy
Panic Attacks No More
Thanks for your help Julie, No More Panic Attacks.
Alex
I now feel free!
Julie has been able to improve my symptoms of anxiety immensely. I felt safe and comfortable with her almost immediately. Julie's practical approach appealed to the logical side of me that my anxiety seemed to bury. She has the perfect balance of nurturing presence and tough-love. Thanks to Julie, my anxiety is no longer holding me back from living life. She has helped to free me.

WHAT CHANGES WHEN SAFETY GROWS

  • Fewer triggers; faster recovery when they happen

  • Better sleep and calmer mornings

  • Less startle; more ease in the chest and gut

  • Kinder inner voice; steadier outer voice

  • Boundaries that feel natural and hold with grace

CARE & HONESTY

This work supports—does not replace—medical care. With your consent, I can coordinate with your GP or other providers. Results vary from person to person.

QUICK READINESS CHECK

On a scale of 0-10, how ready do you feel?

  • 7–10: Let’s set your plan.

  • 4–6: We’ll stabilise stress and practise the Safety Anchor first.

  • 0–3: No rush—book a call to explore options without pressure.

FAQs

Do I have to relive painful memories?

No. We avoid overwhelm and focus on what helps now. You choose where we go.

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Will I be in control during hypnotherapy?

Yes. You remain awake, aware, and in charge. We go only where you choose.

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What if I get overwhelmed in session?

We slow down, ground, and return to safety. Your pace leads.

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How many sessions will I need?

Many shift in 1–3 sessions. We tailor the plan and follow‑ups to your needs. We don’t believe in simply taking the cigarettes away — that wouldn’t feel compassionate. It’s like a surgeon asking an elderly man to hand over his walking stick and then expecting him to walk unaided. You need the right support in place first.

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Is online as effective as in‑person?

Yes. A quiet space with either a desktop, laptop and headphones work well.

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Gippsland Counselling & Hypnotherapy

14 McDougal Road, Neerim South VIC 3831

ABN - 99 421 507 448

AACHP Member No. - PCM2003411

AHA Member No. - CM2022969

Service Areas - Neerim South, Drouin, Warragul, West Gippsland & Online

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