Therapy/Counselling

The Academy of Hypnotic Science promotes and encourages Clinical Hypnotherapy. Used carefully and ethically by trained and qualified Clinical Hypnotherapists, Hypnotherapy is a safe and effective modality for the treatment of a wide range of issues.

Hypnotherapy can help you lose weight; stop smoking; rid yourself of phobias, fears, stress, anxiety or addictive behaviours; deal with exam nerves; control and reduce pain from injury, surgery, migraine etc; reduce tinnitus or irritable bowel syndrome; stop nailbiting or bedwetting; increase self-esteem and motivation; and with a wide range of other difficulties and symptoms.

As Victoria’s best-known and only Government-accredited Clinical Hypnotherapy training Academy, we offer the full range of Counselling and Clinical Hypnotherapy services. All of our therapists are thoroughly experienced graduates of the Academy and have recognised professional qualifications.

Therapy is available seven days a week, and sessions can be arranged after hours by appointment.

To make an appointment with one of our highly trained Therapists, please call the Academy of Hypnotic Science (Monday to Friday 10:00am-5:00pm; closed Wednesdays) on (03) 9532 4433.

Joe Busuttil Cert Clin Hyp/ Dip Clin Hyp/ Cert Counselling, Cert Life Coaching

Joe Busuttil is a State Government approved Counsellor, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Life Coach

"I am  committed to helping clients achieve the changes they desire in a professional, safe and confidential environment. I am a  member of the Australian Hypnotherapists Association and the Academy of Hypnotic Science Pty Ltd. I have my Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy and Certificates in Counselling, Life Coaching, Massage and Rekei.

"My philosophy  is based on the belief that my clients needs are of the utmost importance. I am committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of my business is from repeat customers and referrals. 

I would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service in the industry."

Marie Ross

Marie Ross is an Academy graduate who has recently returned to Melbourne from a large practice in Gippsland

"I have over 20 years experience as a teacher and counsellor, and have worked with people from all walks of life from veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs to teaching multiple courses in Adult Education. I have a caring and committed approach to all my clients and bring over 25 years experience as a therapist, teacher and facilitator to the practice. I am a Clinical member of the AHA and the AHSA."

Sonia Devine Dip.Hypnotherapy, Cert. Counselling, B.Ed

Sonia Devine is a professional success coach, speaker and consultant. She works with coaches, consultants and wellness professionals who want to get more clients, increase their revenue and remove their blocks to success.

Some of her clients include:

- coaches;

- hypnotherapists;

- counsellors;

- alternative therapists;

- consultants;

- kinesiologists;

- alternative therapy training institutions

Sonia's expertise and specialty is helping people move through their fears and reach for the sky. It is her focus, her love, and her passion, and that is why she is a leader in her field. Her world class success coaching program,Client Magnet is the product of many years of working with talented professionals. It is the only program of its kind to combine the power of success coaching with proven hypnotherapeutic techniques to create compelling subconscious shifts that result in sustainable professional and financial success.

Ian Hayward N.D.,B.Health.Sc.Naturopathy., Dip.Clin.Hyp., Cert. REBT., Cert.IV(Assess.Workplace Training).

Ian is a Naturopath and a Clinical Hypnotherapist. He has over 20 years experience both as a practitioner and an educator in the fields of Natural Therapies and Clinical Hypnotherapy. Ian believes that Natural Therapies should be made easily accessible and available to all people in the community.

Ian also practices at:

Montmorency Centre of Natural Healing

108 Rattray Road, Montmorency, Victoria 3094 (Melways: 21 E6)

Phone: 03 9432 0062; mobile 0409 199 385

Judy Herreen MA, Dip Ed, Dip Clinical Hypnosis, NLP Master Practitioner

Judy Herreen is a qualified Hypnotherapist, Counsellor, NLP Master Practitioner, Presenter, and Trainer, with over 14 years experience in private practice, and over 30 years teaching in the Adult Education sector. She is also an Executive Committee Member of the Australian Clinical Hypnotherapy Association.

As a therapist, Judy has achieved great success in helping people with issues such as:-

- relationships

- depression and anxiety

- self esteem

- confidence building

- quit smoking

- weight loss.

She is particulary interested in helping clients develop the life skills they need to live a full and purposeful life. Her emphasis is on developing strategies which allow her clients to deal confidently with life's many challenges, and successfully move forward into the future.

Academy Director Dr Leonie Leivenzon, MBBS(Hons), FRACGP, Dip.Hypnotherapy

Academy Director Dr Steve Carey, DPhil, FIIB, Dip.Hypnotherapy