Practitioner
Clinical Hypnotherapist & Psychotherapist
Bruce is a clinical hypnotherapist and psychotherapist with a long-standing focus on helping people work through stress, habits, anxiety, and other physical and psychological health concerns in a calm, structured setting.
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At a glance
Dr Bruce Alexander is the founder of Melbourne Clinical Hypnotherapy and has worked with thousands of private clients since completing training in clinical hypnosis and psychotherapy in 1999.
About Bruce
Bruce's approach combines clinical hypnotherapy with psychotherapeutic principles, working at both the conscious and subconscious level to create lasting change. His sessions follow a clear framework so clients know what to expect and feel supported throughout.
Since completing training in clinical hypnosis and psychotherapy in 1999, Bruce has worked with thousands of private clients across a broad range of concerns. His background in medical research informs an evidence-aware practice, and his manner is warm, practical, and unhurried.
Areas Bruce works with
Smoking, alcohol, vaping, overeating, drugs, gambling and more
Training & qualifications
Formal qualifications, clinical training, and ongoing professional development underpin Bruce's practice.
University of Melbourne
Australian Academy of Hypnotic Science
Workplace Training
Research
Peer-reviewed work spanning Bruce's academic and clinical research career.
Leukemia, 1998. Co-authored with W.D. Cook.
This study investigated tumor suppressor genes and their deletion patterns in myeloid leukemia.
Read the article →Leukemia, 1997. Co-authored with J.E. Rasko et al.
This work focused on the establishment of leukemic cell lines to understand how these cancers grow autonomously.
Read the article →Leukemia, 1995. Co-authored with J.E. Rasko, G. Morahan, W.D. Cook.
This research identified crucial chromosomal deletions and gene aberrations driving leukemia development.
Read the article →Genes, Chromosomes and Cancer, 1992. Co-authored with R. Berger.
Published from the Department of Surgery and Research Centre for Cancer and Transplantation, University of Melbourne.
Personal research interests
Alongside his clinical work, Bruce has a personal interest in quantum healing, manifestation, and the capacity for thought, imagery, and emotion to bring about meaningful change. This reflects a broader curiosity about the mind's potential that sits alongside — rather than within — his formal clinical practice.
Professional standing
Bruce works in accordance with the training, ethics, and code of conduct requirements of his professional bodies.
FULL PROFESSIONAL MEMBER
ASCH is one of Australia's longest-established professional bodies for clinical hypnotherapists, with strict membership and continuing-education standards.
MEMBER BODY
The peak industry body representing professional hypnotherapy associations across Australia and overseeing national standards of practice.
Make an appointment
See Bruce in person at Kew Holistic Health, or via telehealth.