Confidence is rarely one solid thing that you either have or do not have. You may be relaxed and capable with people you know, then become painfully self-conscious in a meeting, interview, performance or unfamiliar social situation.
Sometimes it appears as overthinking: rehearsing what to say, second-guessing a decision or replaying a conversation long after everybody else has moved on. It can also follow a difficult experience that has made you doubt something you previously did without much thought.
Hypnotherapy can be used to help with confidence. My approach is calm, practical and connected with the situations that actually matter to you.
What would you like to feel more comfortable doing?
People contact me for support with areas such as:
- speaking in meetings or groups
- interviews, presentations and performances
- social situations and meeting new people
- making decisions without repeatedly second-guessing themselves
- setting reasonable boundaries
- returning to an activity after a difficult experience
- trusting their own judgement a little more
We agree a realistic aim that can be recognised in everyday life. “More confident” may mean contributing to a meeting, going somewhere you have been avoiding, making a decision with less mental checking or recovering more easily when something does not go perfectly.
You do not need to feel confident enough to explain everything beautifully at the first appointment. We can work it out together.
What happens in a session?
We begin by talking about the situations you find difficult, what you notice in those moments and how you would prefer to respond.
The session may include focused attention, imagery, relaxation and mental rehearsal connected with the goal we have agreed. You remain aware and in control throughout hypnosis. I will not ask you to perform, disclose anything you do not want to discuss or repeat forced positive statements that mean nothing to you.
The work is tailored to the person in front of me. Some people want to feel steadier in one very specific situation; others want to look at a broader pattern of self-criticism or doubt.
Keeping expectations realistic
People respond differently, so I don’t promise that every trace of self-doubt will disappear or guarantee a change within a set number of sessions. Progress can take several forms: being more willing to take a step, spending less time rehearsing what could go wrong, or recovering more comfortably after a mistake.
Persistent or severe low self-worth can occur alongside depression, trauma, anxiety or other concerns that need medical or psychological support. If this may apply to you, please speak to your GP or an appropriate mental-health professional.
Taking the next step
If there is something you would like to feel more comfortable doing, you are welcome to contact me and ask whether this kind of session may suit you.