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FAQs
Here is a series of commonly asked questions and questions answered that you may not have considered. Take some time to read through them. I hope they help clarify a few concerns and questions you may have.
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General FAQs
Below are some more general questions about the Mindset Transformations offers which are available either to purchase online, or via one-on-one sessions with me.
What is the Subconscious Recovery Method?
It's a structured program built on two pillars: subconscious work through RTT hypnotherapy, and conscious work through practical mindset and behaviour change tools. Together they address both the root cause of the drinking pattern and the daily habits and thinking that keep it going.
Who is Sarah Kelt and what are her qualifications?
Sarah is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Advanced Rapid Transformational Therapist, trained under Marisa Peer, with around a decade of experience and over 1,500 clients. Before this work, she spent years in investment banking in London and Dubai, and her own experience with burnout and anxiety led her into this field.
What exactly is RTT (Rapid Transformational Therapy)?
One drink doesn't undo the work. What matters is understanding it as information, not proof of failure, and using the tools you've built rather than spiralling into old shame patterns. Support is available if this happens and you want to talk it through.
What happens in a 1:1 RTT session?
It's a guided hypnotherapy session, typically two to two and a half hours, where we work together to uncover the root emotional cause of the drinking pattern, then reframe the belief driving it. You're relaxed and aware throughout, not "asleep" or unconscious. Most clients describe it as intense but not distressing, and often describe feeling lighter immediately afterward.
What's the difference between the three program tiers?
Tier 1 is self-paced with a pre-recorded guided RTT session, built for women who want a lower-cost, fully independent starting point. Tier 2 adds weekly group coaching for support and accountability. Tier 3 includes everything in Tier 2 plus a live, personalised 1:1 RTT session and more direct support through the process. All three are built on the same underlying method.
How much does the program cost?
Pricing depends on the tier, since each includes a different level of support and personalisation. Full details are available on the program page, including the payment plan option for Tier 3.
Is there a Money-Back Guarantee?
Due to the nature of this program, there is no money-back guarantee, but to be fair, nobody who has committed to doing this work ever wanted their money back. We stand proudly behind this work and can guarantee transformational results if you are fully committed.
Is there a payment plan available?
Yes, Tier 3 can be paid in three instalments rather than as a single upfront payment, so cost doesn't have to be a barrier to getting the deeper, more personalised support.
Is there a guarantee if the program doesn't work for me?
Yes. As long as program requirements and milestones are met, a refund is offered if you don't feel more in control of your drinking within 30 days. The intention is to remove risk, not to trap anyone in something that isn't working.
I have already tried so many things?
How is this programme going to be
any different?
I hear this a lot from my clients who come to me and have lost hope. If you have done some work before but still struggle with the same patterns and behaviours, you haven't gotten to the root cause. All my programs are designed to understand what lies beneath the surface and work with your subconscious mind to rewire your brain and create a lasting change.
Is it safe to do Hypnosis on your own, by yourself?
It's absolutely safe to do it from the comfort of your own home without needing any supervision. A lot of people have misconceptions about what hypnosis is, and most of those beliefs come from Hollywood movies :) Through Rapid Transformational Therapy, we can access the subconscious mind to help you change beliefs, habits and thoughts. Hypnosis can change habits to create a healthier body, relieve anxiety, guilt and fear, and enhance your confidence and self-esteem.
How is this different from going to rehab?
Rehab removes you from daily life for a period of time, which can be helpful for some, but doesn't teach the tools to cope once you're back in the real world with real stress and real triggers. This program is designed to work within your actual life, building regulation and coping skills as you go, rather than pausing life to "fix" the problem elsewhere.
Do I have to tell my partner or family I'm doing this?
No. Everything is designed to be done privately, at home, on your own schedule. Many clients choose not to tell anyone while going through the program, and that's completely fine.
Will I still be able to go to weddings, parties, or work events afterward?
Yes. This isn't about a restricted, joyless life. Once the underlying belief and nervous system response change, most clients find they can be around alcohol at social events without the internal battle they used to have, whether or not they choose to drink again.
What happens if I slip up or have a drink after finishing the program?
One drink doesn't undo the work. What matters is understanding it as information, not proof of failure, and using the tools you've built rather than spiralling into old shame patterns. Support is available if this happens and you want to talk it through.
How does the weekly group coaching work?
​Group coaching sessions run live each week, giving you direct access to Sarah for questions, accountability, and hearing how others are navigating the same process. Sessions can be attended live or watched as a replay if the timing doesn't work.
How much time do I need to commit each week?
​Expect roughly the time it takes to work through a module and practice the daily tools, generally manageable alongside a full workload. The program is built for busy, high-functioning women, not for people with hours of spare time.
Is this program covered by health insurance?
This varies by provider and policy, so it's worth checking directly with your insurer regarding hypnotherapy or RTT coverage. A payment plan is available for Tier 3 to help make the cost more manageable regardless.
Can I do this program while working full time?
Yes. It's specifically designed around the reality of a demanding career and family responsibilities. Nothing requires taking time off work, and the daily practices are built to fit into an already full life.
Is there support after I finish the program?
Yes. Beyond the structured weeks of the program, you'll have hypnosis recordings and tools you can return to indefinitely, and continued access to community and coaching depending on your tier.
Is this program only for women?
The program is built specifically around the psychology and life stage of high-achieving women aged 40 to 60, which shapes the language, examples, and coaching approach throughout.
What age group is this designed for?
Most clients are aged 40 to 60, often navigating career pressure, family responsibility, and for many, perimenopause or menopause, all of which can intensify anxiety and drinking patterns. The approach is built around this specific life stage.
Do you work with clients outside New Zealand and Australia?
The program is delivered fully online, so location generally isn't a barrier. Reach out directly to confirm availability and timing for live sessions if you're in a different timezone.
How is my privacy protected?
Sessions and personal details are kept strictly confidential. Many clients value that this work can be done entirely privately, without anyone else needing to know.
I've been drinking heavily for decades, will this still work for me?
Longer-standing patterns don't rule this out. What matters more than how long the pattern has existed is addressing the belief and nervous system response underneath it. For clients drinking at higher levels, a structured weaning protocol is used to reduce safely before deeper work begins.
Can I do this program if I'm taking antidepressants or other medication?
This is something to discuss directly, since individual medical circumstances vary. It's always recommended to keep your doctor informed of any changes to your drinking and to raise this program as part of that conversation.
What's the difference between RTT and hypnosis apps or generic recordings?
Generic hypnosis content is built for a general audience and a general outcome. RTT sessions are personalised, working with your specific history, beliefs, and triggers to create a rewiring recording built around you, not a one-size-fits-all script.
How do I know which tier is right for me?
Tier 1 suits someone who wants a fully independent, lower-cost start. Tier 2 adds accountability through group coaching. Tier 3 suits those wanting the deepest, most personalised support through a live 1:1 RTT session, particularly if the drinking pattern feels more entrenched or complex.
What if I've tried other programs before and they didn't work?
That's genuinely common, and it doesn't mean you're the problem. Most other approaches address the behaviour without addressing the subconscious belief or nervous system pattern driving it. This method is built specifically to work at that deeper level, which is often the piece that was missing before.
Can you stop drinking too much without going to AA?
Yes. AA works for some people, but it's not the only path, and it's not always the right one. It's built around identifying as powerless over alcohol for life, which doesn't fit everyone, especially high-functioning women who don't relate to that label. The Subconscious Recovery Method works differently: it addresses the subconscious beliefs driving the habit and pairs that with practical tools for regulating stress and emotion, so change doesn't depend on willpower or lifelong meetings.
What is a "high-functioning" drinking problem?
It's when someone holds down a career, runs a household, and looks completely in control on the outside, while privately relying on alcohol most nights to switch off, cope with stress, or quiet their thoughts. Because nothing visibly falls apart, it's easy to convince yourself it's not a real problem. It is common, and it is addressable.
Is Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) effective for alcohol dependency?
​RTT works at the subconscious level to find and reframe the belief or experience that's actually driving the drinking, rather than just addressing the behaviour on the surface. Many clients describe a single RTT session as more impactful than years of talk therapy, because it changes the belief system underneath the habit rather than just discussing it.
Why can't I just stop drinking on willpower alone?
Because drinking that's become a nightly habit isn't a conscious decision each time, it's a subconscious pattern reinforced over months or years. Willpower operates at the conscious level, but the urge is being generated somewhere deeper. That's why white-knuckling it works for a few days or weeks, then quietly falls apart.
What's the difference between RTT and regular talk therapy for drinking habits?
Talk therapy is valuable for insight, understanding why you do what you do. But insight alone often doesn't change behaviour. RTT combines that understanding with hypnotherapy techniques that work to actually rewire the belief and response at a subconscious level, so the change isn't just intellectual.
​How do I know if my drinking has become a problem?
Some signs: needing a drink to switch off most nights, hiding how much you're actually drinking from your partner, waking up with dread or foggy regret, promising yourself each morning that tonight will be different, and finding that promise doesn't hold. If several of these sound familiar, it's worth looking at, regardless of whether you'd call yourself "an alcoholic."
Can I do a program like this privately, without anyone knowing?
Yes. Everything is designed to be done from home, on your own schedule, without groups, meetings, or public disclosure. Many clients tell no one they're doing this work, which is often part of what makes them comfortable starting.
Will I need to go through withdrawal or detox?
For most clients drinking within a typical range, no medical detox is required. For those drinking more heavily, a structured weaning protocol is used to gradually reduce intake safely before the RTT session, rather than stopping abruptly. Anyone with significant physical dependency should also involve their doctor.
How long does it take to stop drinking with this method?
Most clients notice a shift within two to four weeks, often faster after the RTT session itself. The exact timeline depends on where you start and how consistently you engage with the program, but this isn't designed to take months of gradual willpower building.
Is this program only for women who identify as alcoholics?
No. Most clients don't identify with that label at all, and many are specifically looking for help that doesn't require them to. This is designed for women who know their relationship with alcohol isn't working for them, whatever word they'd use for it.
What's the difference between the self-paced and 1:1 versions of the program?
The self-paced option gives you the full video training, tools, and a guided (pre-recorded) RTT session. The 1:1 option adds a live, personalised RTT session with a qualified therapist, built around your specific history and triggers, plus more direct support through the process. Both are built on the same two-pillar approach.
Can menopause or perimenopause make drinking harder to control?
Yes, this is common. Hormonal changes during this stage can amplify anxiety, disrupt sleep, and increase emotional volatility, all of which can make alcohol feel like a more urgent form of relief in the evening. Addressing the underlying stress and nervous system regulation, not just the drinking itself, tends to make the biggest difference here.
What if I've tried to quit drinking before and failed?
That doesn't mean you're the problem, it usually means the approach didn't address the root cause. Most methods focus only on stopping the behaviour, not on why the urge is there in the first place. When the underlying belief and nervous system response change, the behaviour tends to follow without the same fight.
Is hypnotherapy safe, and will I lose control during a session?
Yes, it's safe, and no, you won't lose control. You remain aware and in control throughout an RTT session, it's closer to a deeply relaxed, focused state than sleep. You can hear, speak, and stop at any point. Nothing happens without your active participation.
General FAQs
Anxiety Programme FAQs
I have severe anxiety, is this programme suitable for me?
This program is safe and highly effective for everyone, no matter the severity of anxiety. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. (should we add this disclaimer?) YES!!
Can this program also help with anxiety, not just drinking?
Yes. Anxiety and alcohol dependency are often deeply connected, drinking is frequently a way of managing anxiety that was never properly addressed. The same two-pillar approach, subconscious rewiring plus conscious regulation tools, applies directly to anxiety and burnout as well.
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