BA (HONS) DIP ED

Gordon is the founder of The Institute of Applied Psychology, a registered training organisation (RTO). As a registered Clinical Hypnotherapist, lead facilitator and published author, Gordon’s primary pursuit is harnessing the power of the mind for accelerated human change and peak performance.

Professional Credentials

Gordon brings over two decades of expertise in clinical hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy to his practice. His extensive qualifications and pioneering work in the field have established him as a leading authority in applied psychology and therapeutic innovation.

Clinical Expertise

Gordon holds a Clinical Hypnotherapy qualification with over 20 years of experience, complemented by his 11271NAT Diploma of Clinical Hypnosis and Strategic Psychotherapy. His therapeutic approach is further enhanced by his NLP and Strategic Coaching Diploma, providing clients with a comprehensive and integrated treatment methodology.

Innovation and Development

As the creator of groundbreaking therapeutic approaches, Gordon has developed Gordian Therapy and the Gordian Pillars of Psychotherapy®, alongside his innovative Strategic Hypnotherapy methodology. His commitment to advancing the field is evidenced by his ownership of over 20 trademarks in therapeutic techniques, demonstrating his dedication to developing and protecting cutting-edge treatment modalities.

International Recognition

Gordon holds the distinction of being the only Australian Hypnotherapy trainer invited to serve as a faculty member of the inaugural Erickson Online Congress 2012, which was endorsed by the prestigious Milton Erickson Foundation. This recognition highlights his international standing within the hypnotherapy community.

Academic Qualifications

His academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and a Diploma in Education, providing him with both theoretical knowledge and practical teaching expertise that inform his training programmes and therapeutic practice.

Leadership and Professional Memberships

Gordon’s leadership within the profession is exemplified through his various roles and memberships:

Current Positions:

• Founder of The Institute of Applied Psychology
• Founder of the Sydney Hypnotherapists
• President of the Hypnotherapy Council of Australia (HCA), The Peak Body in Hypnotherapy
• Member of the Association for Contextual Behavioural Science (ACBS)
• Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors
• Member of the Australasian Neuroscience Society

Former Leadership Roles:

• Former President of the Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ASCH)
• Former Chair of the Australian Board of Neuro Linguistic Programming (ABNLP)
• Former Editor of the Australian Journal of Clinical Hypnotherapy and Hypnosis

Gordon’s extensive experience, innovative contributions, and leadership within the profession position him as a trusted authority in the field of applied psychology and therapeutic practice.