Andrea Loughran
Diploma of Clinical Hypnosis & Strategic Psychotherapy
Institute of Applied Psychology (IAP)
The aim of my practice is to make hypnotherapy an approachable, nurturing and personal therapeutic process that is tailored for each client.
The principle on which my therapy is built is that the person is not the problem - the problem is a pattern - a pattern that can be altered.
I first tried hypnotherapy as a client in my early 30s and was somewhat sceptical that it would help, but I was very quickly won over by its effectiveness. I also found that hypnotherapy gave me a sense of relief and much needed clarity. It was a revelation. When it came time to transition my career path, hypnotherapy was a natural choice. The study and the practice of hypnotherapy has proved rewarding and empowering personally, professionally and for my clients. I have a special interest in Pain Management, Anxiety, Misophonia and clients with hearing sensitivity.
Member of Australian Association of Clinical Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy
Accredited Member of the Hypnotherapy Council of Australia
Client Testimonials
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Stop Smoking
“I like that Andrea tailored the sessions for my needs. The sessions were professional and calming. I originally wanted to stop smoking - which I did. After a follow up session my approach to some other issues I was having improved as well which was a pleasant, unexpected bonus. I highly recommend Andrea to those wanting to change long established habits.”
Steve H. (Vic.)
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Nail-Biting
“I initially sought help for nail-biting. Andrea explained there is an unconscious thought pattern that leads to nail-biting, and once the pattern was altered the habit would cease. It did! In only two sessions we reprogrammed a number of annoying quirks. The two sessions were calming, reassuring and tailored exactly for me. I feel empowered now to continue using the new strategies I have learnt.”
Julia G. (Vic.)
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Managing Pain
“Having experience long term pain, the hypnotherapy sessions gave me new skills to manage the pain and put it in it’s place. Taking back control has made all the difference. I now feel like things are moving forward again.”
Mandy L. (Vic.)
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Insomnia
“Andrea’s hypnosis sessions helped. change my sleeping habits. I now sleep better than I ever have. Andrea’s professionalism. caring nature and attention to detail made it an experience I will never forget. Andrea gave me insight with her personalised strategies, along with her calming voice - proved life changing for me.”
Michael L. (Vic.)
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Injury Recovery
“The sessions become like an exercise for the mind, turning the focus on dealing with the area that is troubling me, then moving on and getting on with my day.”
Amanda L. (Vic.)
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Confidence & Perfectionism
“Most of us would like to be better versions of ourselves and I have been so fortunate to have worked with Andrea to help me towards this. Thanks to her wonderful sessions, I have changed old patterns of thinking. I’m now able to escape from the thoughts that were imprisoning me and view life from a new perspective. I feel such lightness, more joy and a real sense of freedom. It has helped me both personally and professionally. Andrea genuinely cares about your wellbeing, is truly passionate about her work and wants you to thrive. A very big thank you to Andrea. She is incredible!”
Inti B. (Vic)
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Stress
“I found the sessions were very personalised and tailored to me as an individual, which made them much more effective. I’ve been a much calmer, confident and more centred person and have this service to thank for that.”
Sarah J. (Vic)
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Spider Phobia
“As a child I was always afraid of spiders - especially Huntsman spiders. After a recent influx of Huntsman spiders in my home, including my bedroom, my fear became a full blown phobia. Any space I had previously seen a spider I became afraid to be in. I couldn’t sleep. At the lowest point I had a panic attack and could not drive to work, convinced there were spiders in my car. I had two hypnosis sessions with Andrea. Andrea is amazing. I felt respected and heard. I am now able to step away from fear and realistically assess risk. I have encountered Huntsman spiders a number of times since my hypnotherapy and have felt no emotion. Thank you. The Hypnotherapy sessions have changed my life.”
Lillian.P (Vic.)
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Stress
“I didn’t expect that just two sessions with The Beautiful Mind Hypnotherapy would have me feeling entirely different. If you’re considering changing how you are in the world, you really need to have a conversation with Andrea and then get started on this very effective treatment. It just works!”
Annabelle F. (Vic)
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Insomnia & Stress
Andrea is very conscientious, spending heaps of time to make sure your hypnotherapy sessions are the best they can be. She is available to answer any questions you may have and rings to follow up. Great value.
John. H (Vic.)
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Emotional Eating
Andrea was very supportive and empathic throughout all of my sessions. She was detail oriented and I felt that she was keen to help me resolve my issues. The follow up calls post sessions were lovely and a thoughtful extra support thread for me. I would highly recommend Andrea to assist you in any ongoing issues you feel you want to change.
Sue L. (Vic)
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Confidence & Self Esteem
Andrea was wonderful to work with. My outlook has changed. I find that I am more positive and no longer have the negative self-talk I did before. The difference this has made to my life is incredible - both personally and professionally. Without the negative self-talk my confidence is growing. I look forward to working with Andrea further in other areas of my life. Thank You.
Leanne W. (Vic)
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Relationship Boundaries
I highly recommend Andrea. I had a beautiful session and was given the recording to listen to which helped me immensely. Andrea made me feel comfortable and explained everything really well. The whole experience was wonderful. The shift in my thoughts and behaviour has been really quick and amazing.
Amy B. (Vic.)
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Protection Boundaries
An amazing experience that has taught me to create boundaries when speaking to people, and recognising who I can trust with my feelings. This has allowed me to avoid feeling let down or having unrealistic expectations of people who aren’t able to provide a response that I’m looking for.
Lillian P (Vic)
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Binge Eating
“ I engaged Andrea initially to support me overcome a long-term pattern and habit of binge eating. Through the three hypnotherapy sessions I gained so much more. I now have clear strategies for making choices around what is enough, have much more compassionate self-talk and have more ability to be flexible with various rules or codes I have developed over my life. With the insightful questions Andrea asked I was able to identify gaps in my thinking. I noticed I was making a lot of decisions based on my feelings alone. Andrea has a wonderful nature, I felt so safe and could really open up and relax in each session. The follow up and ongoing access to my recordings gives me further and deeper processing. Overall, I feel a deeper sense of connection, acceptance, and love for myself. I would highly recommend Andrea. “
Natalie B (Vic)
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Managing Back Pain
“Andrea has helped me with my back pain by showing me how to control my mindset and alerting me to how to be proactive when noticing the signs that my activities are affecting my back.”
Marion W. (Vic)
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Navigating Family Trauma
Thank you, Andrea, for helping me through a very difficult emotional time around turmoil in my family. Your guidance has helped me to try to put a lid on the curve balls; to step back & let the story evolve - for me to be a reliable, calm, helpful and loving support - as the loops are untangled. To be pragmatic, to step out of an emotion that is not helpful & be able to adapt usefully as the truth unfolds. For me to be a catalyst for good change in my loved ones & my life. Andrea your guidance, wise words & gentle voice has lessened my anxiety & I continue to listen to each of the 3 hypnotherapy sessions as they steer my mind towards peace.
Sharon R (Vic)
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Removing Blocks
I went to Andrea when I felt resistance against some limiting beliefs around money were holding me back from growing and scaling my business. I'd done a lot of mindset work but it felt like I was still holding onto old stories, patterns and beliefs. After two sessions, I couldn't believe how everything shifted. It was so powerful and I've been able to move through growing my business with so much more ease.
Madelyn C. (Vic)
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Safe Boundaries
I had a number of sessions with Andrea to work through some issues I've had for a long time and its helped me enormously. Since the sessions I had something really significant that happened which I know I would have struggled to deal with had I not had those sessions, so I know its been a game changer for me. Andrea's approach was perfectly tailored, she's empathetic and gets to the heart of the real issues so that I was able to do the work and grow. I definitely recommend Andrea and investing in yourself with the sessions.
Jess C. (Qld)
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Moderating Excess
Andrea is a highly professional and gentle therapist. This was my first hypnotherapy session and I felt completely at ease throughout the experience. After only one session with Andrea, I noticed a difference in certain behaviours and thoughts. My session was based on ‘enoughness’, and afterwards I was more aware of what constituted enough and acted accordingly, as opposed to my old practices and beliefs that what I did was never enough. Highly recommend.
M.P. (Vic)
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Self Sabotage
Working with Andrea has been an incredible journey of healing.
She helped me address and heal from my past trauma, and her insightful guidance provided me with practical tools to silence the negative (sometimes stubborn) voices in my head. From the moment I stepped into her sessions, I felt a sense of warmth and understanding. What truly stood out was her dedication.
I trusted Andrea implicitly from our very first session. By creating a safe space for me to explore my challenges.
If you’re considering hypnotherapy, I wholeheartedly recommend Andrea.
Her expertise, and genuine care have made a profound difference in my life.
Jackie E (Vic)
The Beautiful Mind Hypnotherapy respectfully acknowledges the peoples of the Bunurong and Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which this hypnotherapy practice operates, and pays respect to their Elders past, present and emerging.