Laurenne Di Salvo |
Laurenne Di Salvo
Clinical Hypnotherapist, Coach (PCC) & Facilitator |
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Hello, and thank you for taking the time to learn a little more about me.
My Story in Brief (Well...Kind of Brief) Early Interests and School Years Like many people, my career path has been non-linear, but in many ways, it’s come full circle. Here’s how. Growing up I was always drawn to the helping professions, and to the holistic spaces. Back when I was at school there were less options than there are now. Teaching was an option, and while I adore my kids and have some teacher friends (I really admire the work they do), teaching children didn’t appeal. The other option was the therapeutic spaces and I absolutely considered those, looking at options anywhere from medicine, to psychology, to speech pathology, to physio and more. However, when I was in Year 12, I had no idea what I wanted to do when I grew up. My very wise teacher suggested I do a double degree to keep my options open, and that’s what I did. Moving to Melbourne and University
I left home, moved from country Victoria (where I spent my secondary school years) to Melbourne and lived in number of share households. Lots of fun, lots of memories, some challenges, and fabulous life experience. Fast forward and I graduated with a double degree in Arts (psychology and sociology) and Business (marketing). My first professional roles were in marketing, which I really enjoyed, and they gave me a great foundation in the business world. However, being drawn to the helping professions, this space never lit me up, and I always wanted to travel. I did a few short trips, but my next major step was a one-way ticket to Europe. Living Abroad in Italy
Being of mixed European decent, my family spoke a number of languages, but I only spoke English. I wanted to live in a non-English speaking country and learn a new language. After backpacking solo for a while I ended up in Italy (not where my family is from, but somewhere I felt incredibly comfortable). I stayed two years, teaching English and learning so much more! Being in a place where I couldn’t speak the language was an incredibly humbling experience. On a side note, before I left Australia my Mum told me that I wasn’t allowed to fall in love as she wanted me to come home. I flippantly told her not to worry, that if I did, I’d just bring him home with me. Little did I know that I would meet the man who is now my husband (he’s Italian) and ‘import’ him to Australia. He’s been here with me ever since. Returning to Australia and Career
Back in Australia I returned to marketing for a while, working in the very down to earth building industry. After having my kids, I moved into learning and development, and started to feel a sense of coming back into alignment with my purpose through supporting people in their professional development. I moved from the building industry, back to the fast moving consumer goods industry (food) in a learning and development role, and while doing that I went back to university, where I did a Graduate Certificate in Coaching and Counselling. This had me move out on my own, starting Harvest, and doing a mixture of one on one and group coaching, training, facilitation and instructional design (writing learning programs) both directly as Harvest, and in a contract capacity. This allowed me to work with people all over the world (thanks to virtual environments) and from many industries. This space of developing and supporting people in their development put me firmly back onto the curve towards my desire to be in the helping professions. However, the closure of the circle was still to come. Life Changes and a Deeper Calling
After my Dad passed away in a very short span of time (he had a very aggressive brain cancer) I found myself questioning a lot. I’d done a lot of therapeutic and healing work on myself over the years, but there’s nothing like losing someone you love to throw your world into a spin. I’ve always been very interested in the holistic spaces, the healing spaces and broader aspects of spirituality, and the pull to explore these more thoroughly and deeply became very, very strong. I wanted to go deeper into the helping professions and to combine the developmental, healing and therapeutic spaces. This led me to completing my Soul Based Practitioner Training, where the largest component of the course is a Diploma of Hypnotherapy. However, I was drawn to this course due to the soul based approach, the opportunity to also work with energy, past life regression, ancestral healing, and so much more. Completing this course, and the personal development during this time brought be back around the circle, back to where my heart and soul lies, being in a space of working with people to support their healing and development. Although I have to say, maybe it’s more of a spiral than a circle, with upward movement. I certainly don’t see this journey as complete! |
The Professional Blurb
Passion for People, Growth, and Wellbeing I’m lucky enough to love what I do. I care deeply about people and am passionate about personal development, wellbeing, and healing at multiple levels. Through my work, I support individuals to grow, develop, and heal—not only enhancing their own lives, but also creating a positive ripple effect for their families, colleagues, teams, and communities. I am a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Professional Certified Coach (PCC, ICF), Facilitator, and Healer, working with people across all stages of life in Australia and globally. I work at conscious, subconscious, and energetic levels to help clients identify what truly matters to them—both in outcomes and in how they show up along the journey. This approach supports people to be deliberate, purposeful, and aligned in their growth. My Approach to Coaching and Hypnotherapy
I believe there is no 'one-size-fits-all.' Each person brings unique strengths, values, needs, and goals, which we explore together. My focus is to help you remember who you are beneath conditioning, patterns, and old stories. Working with me provides:
My work is guided by evidence-based coaching and hypnotherapy practices, including positive psychology, solution-focused coaching, narrative approaches, ego state therapy, Gestalt, CBT, behavioural approaches, adult learning theory, and holistic and soul-based methods. I work from a strengths-based perspective, helping clients leverage their existing skills and capabilities for greater motivation, growth, and wellbeing. Professional Foundations
A strong foundation of trust and rapport is essential in effective coaching and hypnotherapy. While qualifications alone aren’t enough, when combined with life experience, they ensure that clients are supported by a practitioner with both skill and evidence-based tools. I hold, or am accredited in:
Who Benefits from Working with Me
I work with individuals from all walks of life. My clients share curiosity, openness, and a willingness to explore, heal, and grow. They are ready to engage with themselves at deeper levels—mind, emotions, body, and soul—to create clarity, confidence, emotional balance, and alignment. Clients often seek support with anxiety, stress, confidence, behaviour change, personal growth, and overall wellbeing, and are ready to take deliberate, purposeful action toward meaningful transformation. Clinical Hypnotherapy & Coaching in Australia and Globally
I provide Clinical Hypnotherapy and Professional Coaching sessions in Australia, as well as remote sessions worldwide. My work supports individuals in creating holistic, evidence-based, and sustainable change, helping them thrive across mental, emotional, physical, and soul-based dimensions. |
Qualifications & Professional Development
- Graduate Certificate of Coaching and Counselling – Deakin University
- Accredited Organisational Coach, Level 3 - Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership (IECL)
- Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy - Institute of Soul Based Therapy - Course accredited by the Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ASCH)
- Honours Degree of Bachelor of Business (Marketing) - Monash University
- Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)/Bachelor of Business (Marketing) – Monash University
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
- International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
- Certified Soul Based Therapy Practitioner
- Certificate in Past Life Regression Therapy
- Mental Health First Aid
- Narrative Therapy: Core Concepts and Key Skills
- DiSC Accreditation
- Hogan 360 Certified
- HBRI Certified
- BetterUp Conscious Business Coaching
- Certified Soul Realignment® Practitioner
- Sheila Granger Virtual Gastric Band Certified Practitioner
Associations
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Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ASCH)
The ASCH was founded and incorporated in 1974 by a dedicated group of clinical hypnotherapists and is one of the largest associations in Australia for health and mental health professionals who use clinical hypnosis. I am a Registered Professional Member with the ASCH. This means you can claim a rebate through some Private Health Funds. I am a Board Member of the ASCH, having joined the Board in November 2025. |
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International Coaching Federation (ICF)
The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the leading global organization dedicated to advancing the coaching profession by setting high standards, providing independent certification and building a worldwide network of trained coaching professionals. I am a Professional Certified Coach (PCC). |
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Association for Coaching (AC)
The Association for Coaching® (AC) is a leading independent, and not-for-profit professional body dedicated to promoting best practice and raising the awareness and standards of coaching, worldwide. I am member of the AC. |
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