James Hands Awaken Therapy

Reconnecting to your True self

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We all have a sense of lack, a sense that something’s missing. Deep in our mind, deep in our heart, we know there’s more to us than what we experience as a human body or personality. If we’re not connecting to something deeper, not finding purpose or meaning, there’s a sense of emptiness that grows. But our inner wisdom knows there’s a truer, deeper self. Some call it the soul, the absolute, or the enduring. It’s the spiritual, unchanging self—the true self we’re all looking for.

Therapy, inner work, and psychology help us move through trauma and de-identify from pain and ego. As we heal, we create space for greater light and awareness of who we are. Therapy becomes a spiritual process, and the true self that shines through feels like waking up, like remembering. Moments of peace, joy, and connection remind us of this self, and the journey is about anchoring more securely into this deeper reality.

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There are different ways you can support, from buying one copy, to ten copies with ten personal therapy sessions included! I have packed each option with heaps of bonuses and perks, to make it highly beneficial to you as well as super helpful for me.

I would love your support in whatever way you can manage. It is all greatly appreciated.

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James Hands
Holistic Psychologist
Spiritual Hypnotherapist
Author and creator of Awaken Therapy
https://www.awakentherapy.com.au/

Disclaimer: this episode is for education and information purposes only. It does not constitute individual advice and the information contained may not be applicable or appropriate for everyone. If you need support, consider seeking individualised support from a qualified health professional.

In each moment, ask yourself, “What would Love with a capital L do?”

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In each moment, ask yourself, “What would Love with a capital L do?”

As spiritual beings, it’s possible that on a soul level, we’ve pre-planned our lives—even the really hard stuff, like trauma and challenges. But once we’re here, free will gives us the ability to choose how we respond.

It takes a lot of courage to face life’s challenges, and I deeply respect all of you soul warriors for turning up and navigating your journey. In therapy and in healing, we can start to find meaning in these experiences, seeing them not just as events but as opportunities for growth and learning.

Our choices matter. How we respond—from fear or love—shapes our path. Spirit never violates our free will, so we have the freedom to make the best or worst choices, and everything in between. It’s not about perfection; it’s about nudging ourselves toward love, healing, and alignment.

Disclaimer: this episode is for education and information purposes only. It does not constitute individual advice and the information contained may not be applicable or appropriate for everyone. If you need support, consider seeking individualised support from a qualified health professional.

Celebrating our deeper spiritual essence at Christmas

On Christmas Day, I take a moment to reflect on the deeper meaning of this special time. Beyond the beautiful celebration of Jesus' birth 2000 years ago, Christmas speaks to something universal—the birth of the Christ child within each of us. This Christ child represents our deepest spiritual essence, the bridge between our humanity and divinity. It’s a reminder that no matter our background, we are all connected to something greater.

When we nurture this connection regularly—through stillness, reflection, and being present—we allow it to flourish. 

May this Christmas remind us of our divine nature and inspire us to nurture that light within, allowing it to shine brightly in the world. 
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I'm James Hands, Holistic Psychologist and Spiritual Hypnotherapist, and creator of Awaken Therapy. I have trained in and developed various powerful modalities to make your childhood trauma healing journey as safe and manageable as possible. I know the courage and persistence required for profound change, so I offer patient, caring support in all my connections.

I believe you deserve to have access to powerful, effective tools, techniques and supports in timely and affordable ways.

Alongside individual sessions, I have committed myself to providing you with a variety of affordable tools and courses. Each course is filled with practical education, powerful tools and accessible aids you can begin to use right away.

I am also in the process of writing a book - From Trauma Survivor to Soul Warrior due to be published September 2025

Disclaimer: this episode is for education and information purposes only. It does not constitute individual advice and the information contained may not be applicable or appropriate for everyone. If you need support, consider seeking individualised support from a qualified health professional.

Turning childhood trauma into love, light and service

Have you turned your challenges into service? Maybe you've faced unimaginable struggles—childhood trauma, neglect, or abuse—and yet here you are, not just surviving but thriving. You've found the courage to heal, to grow, and to take those hard-earned lessons and extend them to others. Perhaps you've become the parent, teacher, carer, or healer you once needed, offering empathy, love, and understanding in ways you never received. Maybe you've taken on the brave work of helping others heal—as a therapist, a yoga teacher, a spiritual guide, or even through small, meaningful acts of connection.

Every step you've taken to transmute darkness into light and love is profound service. You've made the world a better place by turning your pain into purpose, your wounds into wisdom, and your story into hope. As you share these gifts, you not only bring healing to others but also to yourself, recognising the soul warrior you are. The world thanks you, the spiritual realms thank you, and I thank you—for your courage, your light, and your extraordinary service.
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I'm James Hands, Holistic Psychologist and Spiritual Hypnotherapist, and creator of Awaken Therapy. I have trained in and developed various powerful modalities to make your childhood trauma healing journey as safe and manageable as possible. I know the courage and persistence required for profound change, so I offer patient, caring support in all my connections.

I believe you deserve to have access to powerful, effective tools, techniques and supports in timely and affordable ways.

Alongside individual sessions, I have committed myself to providing you with a variety of affordable tools and courses. Each course is filled with practical education, powerful tools and accessible aids you can begin to use right away.

I am also in the process of writing a book - From Trauma Survivor to Soul Warrior due to be published September 2025

Disclaimer: this episode is for education and information purposes only. It does not constitute individual advice and the information contained may not be applicable or appropriate for everyone. If you need support, consider seeking individualised support from a qualified health professional.

Our journey out of soul state into the earth

I wanted to talk with you today about our journey out of soul state and into the earth. You’ve probably worked out by now that I’m more your holistic psychologist, and my passion is bridging the gap between the psychological and the spiritual.

There’s an invisible ceiling I’ve seen people hit in their healing — especially when working through deep trauma like childhood abuse or neglect. If we don’t have any spiritual life happening, we can get stuck in survivor mode. But when we expand our mind, our consciousness, we remember who we really are — beyond time and space, beyond body, brain and personality. We remember we are beloved children of the Divine, eternal souls, love beings.

That’s where we start to make sense of what we’ve been through. We see the reasons, the gifts that come out of these incredible challenges. It’s not easy to be here. It takes so much courage to take on a human incarnation. It’s a dense, polar place with extremes of beauty and darkness.
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I'm James Hands, Holistic Psychologist and Spiritual Hypnotherapist, and creator of Awaken Therapy. I have trained in and developed various powerful modalities to make your childhood trauma healing journey as safe and manageable as possible. I know the courage and persistence required for profound change, so I offer patient, caring support in all my connections.

I believe you deserve to have access to powerful, effective tools, techniques and supports in timely and affordable ways.

Alongside individual sessions, I have committed myself to providing you with a variety of affordable tools and courses. Each course is filled with practical education, powerful tools and accessible aids you can begin to use right away.

I am also in the process of writing a book - From Trauma Survivor to Soul Warrior due to be published September 2025

Disclaimer: this episode is for education and information purposes only. It does not constitute individual advice and the information contained may not be applicable or appropriate for everyone. If you need support, consider seeking individualised support from a qualified health professional.

Trauma survivor? Even on your worst day, you're a superhero

Do you think too little of yourself?

If you’ve been through significant trauma—whether in childhood or as an adult—it’s pretty obvious why you might come out of those experiences with low self-esteem, low self-worth, and thinking in a small way about yourself.

The truth is, you survived. Even if your self-concept feels battered or broken, you’re still here, and that’s your superpower.

So I invite you to write down three things you like about yourself. Even if it feels small, seeing it on a page helps. Bring those parts of yourself to the inner child who felt unworthy and remind them: you were never the problem.

Healing takes time, but it’s possible.
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I'm James Hands, Holistic Psychologist and Spiritual Hypnotherapist, and creator of Awaken Therapy. I have trained in and developed various powerful modalities to make your childhood trauma healing journey as safe and manageable as possible. I know the courage and persistence required for profound change, so I offer patient, caring support in all my connections.

I believe you deserve to have access to powerful, effective tools, techniques and supports in timely and affordable ways.

Alongside individual sessions, I have committed myself to providing you with a variety of affordable tools and courses. Each course is filled with practical education, powerful tools and accessible aids you can begin to use right away.

I am also in the process of writing a book - From Trauma Survivor to Soul Warrior due to be published September 2025

Disclaimer: this episode is for education and information purposes only. It does not constitute individual advice and the information contained may not be applicable or appropriate for everyone. If you need support, consider seeking individualised support from a qualified health professional.

From Trauma Survivor to Soul Warrior

What does it mean to move from trauma survivor to soul warrior? In this video, I delve into the concept of the soul warrior and explore how we can transcend the survival mode often created by trauma. Through my work over the past 30 years, I’ve seen the incredible strength and resilience people develop through life’s challenges. But healing isn’t just about addressing the psychological effects of trauma—it’s about breaking through the ceiling of survival and opening ourselves to the deeper, spiritual dimensions of our experience.

A soul warrior is someone who recognises that their challenges were not meaningless but part of a greater purpose—an opportunity for growth, wisdom, and the development of unique gifts. By reframing trauma in this way, we find liberation, forgiveness, and a deeper sense of self.

If you’re ready to explore the journey beyond survival and into soul-level awareness, this video is for you. Follow along as I share insights that will form part of my upcoming book, From Trauma Survivor to Soul Warrior. 
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I'm James Hands, Holistic Psychologist and Clinical Hypnotherapist, and creator of Awaken Therapy. I have trained in and developed various powerful modalities to make your childhood trauma healing journey as safe and manageable as possible. I know the courage and persistence required for profound change, so I offer patient, caring support in all my connections.

I believe you deserve to have access to powerful, effective tools, techniques and supports in timely and affordable ways.

Alongside individual sessions, I have committed myself to providing you with a variety of affordable tools and courses. Each course is filled with practical education, powerful tools and accessible aids you can begin to use right away.

Disclaimer: this episode is for education and information purposes only. It does not constitute individual advice and the information contained may not be applicable or appropriate for everyone. If you need support, consider seeking individualised support from a qualified health professional.

Diving into wisdom—the deep knowing forged through adversity

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In today’s Soul Warrior Qualities video, we’re diving into wisdom—the deep knowing forged through adversity.

Wisdom isn’t just theory; it’s the profound truth carved out by suffering. Trauma gifts us with qualities like strength, courage, and empathy, but wisdom stands out as a rich awareness of what aligns with love and what doesn’t.

As we heal, we create space for truth, reconnect with our soul, and carry this wisdom forever as part of our soul character. Honour the wisdom you’ve gained—it’s your soul warrior attribute.
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I'm James Hands, Holistic Psychologist and Clinical Hypnotherapist, and creator of Awaken Therapy. I have trained in and developed various powerful modalities to make your childhood trauma healing journey as safe and manageable as possible. I know the courage and persistence required for profound change, so I offer patient, caring support in all my connections.

I believe you deserve to have access to powerful, effective tools, techniques and supports in timely and affordable ways.

Alongside individual sessions, I have committed myself to providing you with a variety of affordable tools and courses. Each course is filled with practical education, powerful tools and accessible aids you can begin to use right away.

Disclaimer: this episode is for education and information purposes only. It does not constitute individual advice and the information contained may not be applicable or appropriate for everyone. If you need support, consider seeking individualised support from a qualified health professional.