Unconscious Bias in Hypnotherapy | Why Curiosity is the Key to Ethical Practice

05/11/2025 7 min Temporada 11 Episodio 3
Unconscious Bias in Hypnotherapy | Why Curiosity is the Key to Ethical Practice

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Send us a textWelcome to Talk Time with Meredith McCarthy, founder of the New Zealand Academy of Clinical Hypnotherapy (NZACH) and President of the New Zealand Association of Professional Hypnotherapists (NZAPH).In this episode, Meredith explores unconscious bias in clinical hypnotherapy — what it looks like in a client session, how it can quietly shape our choices, and what every therapist or student needs to know to avoid it.Learn how to:Recognise your own unconscious filters and projectionsStay out of “fix-it mode”Use curiosity to create genuine connection and insightMaintain ethical boundaries and professional sensitivityReflect and grow through clinical supervisionWhether you’re already practising or considering a career in hypnotherapy, this talk will help you deepen your self-awareness and elevate your practice.✨ Interested in training with Meredith?Discover NZACH’s Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy — an online, comprehensive qualification designed to build confidence and skill.👉 www.nzach.ac.nz🕓 Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction00:30 – What is unconscious bias?02:10 – Common traps for new hypnotherapists05:00 – The power of curiosity and holding space08:00 – When to take it to supervision09:30 – Training opportunities with NZACH🎧 Subscribe for more Talk Time episodes every Wednesday at 7 AM NZTand join a community of conscious, compassionate hypnotherapists.#Hypnotherapy #NZACH #MeredithMcCarthy #UnconsciousBias #EthicalPractice #ClinicalHypnotherapy #TherapistTraining #Supervision #NZAPH

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