Hypnotherapy for Arachnophobia in London
Hello, I’m Susannah. I’m a fully qualified clinical hypnotherapist with over 22 years of experience helping people overcome their fear of spiders.
I hold the Senior Qualification in Hypnotherapy Practice (SQHP) from the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council (GHSC), and the HPD from the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH). If you’re looking for hypnotherapy for arachnophobia, I’d be happy to help.
Whether it’s a spider in the room, on a television programme, or just the thought of one nearby, arachnophobia can trigger an immediate fear response that feels completely out of proportion. Some people freeze. Others run. Some feel panicky and sweaty, even when they know logically that the spider is harmless.
That’s where hypnotherapy for fear of spiders can help. Hypnosis treatment for spider phobia works with the part of your mind that’s triggering that primitive threat response. When you’re in a deeply relaxed, focused state, your subconscious becomes open to positive suggestions, so we can begin to change that reaction, helping you feel calmer, safer, and more in control.
I use a combination of NLP and clinical hypnosis to help reduce phobic responses. If your fear of spiders started with a specific event or memory, we can help your mind reprocess it in a more neutral way, so it stops triggering the panic. If your arachnophobia feels completely irrational, we work directly with the subconscious to create a calmer, more appropriate response.
If you’d like to learn more about hypnotherapy for arachnophobia and how I can help you, feel free to get in touch.
Is your fear of spiders affecting your day-to-day life?
- You feel panicked or anxious when you see a spider, even a small one
- You avoid rooms or places where there might be a spider
- Your fear stops you from opening windows
- You’ve cancelled plans or avoided travel because of your phobia
- You feel frustrated that the fear has such a big impact on you
- Would you like to feel calm and in control in these situations?
Susannah Saunders
Hello, my name is Susannah. I am a clinical hypnotherapist and life coach in London with over 20 years of experience helping people to enjoy a happier, more fulfilling life. Get in touch to find out more or book an appointment in London today.
NLP, Coaching and Hypnosis for Treatment for Arachnophobia
Your brain’s main role is to keep you safe, so it’s always on the lookout for anything it believes could be a threat. With arachnophobia, at some point, your brain created the belief that spiders are dangerous. That belief might have come from a past experience, something you saw, or even just the way people around you reacted.
Once that association is in place, your brain treats spiders as if they’re a real threat. It activates the fight, flight, or freeze response automatically, even when you know logically that you’re safe.
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When this survival instinct kicks in, your brain floods you with adrenaline and cortisol to prepare you to react fast. You might find your heart pounding, your muscles tighten, or perhaps get sweaty palms.
But the good news is that the brain is incredibly adaptable, and it’s always learning. Hypnotherapy for arachnophobia works with your subconscious to change this fear response by correcting the belief that spiders are dangerous. Once your mind starts thinking about spiders in a neutral way, you will respond calmly and rationally.
My hypnotherapy for arachnophobia can help you:
- Stay calm and relaxed when you see a spider
- Rebuild a sense of safety and control in your environment
- Feel more confident in situations that used to trigger the anxiety
- Create more positive beliefs and mental images to trigger calm and confidence
- Let go of anxious “what if” thoughts and respond more calmly
How Hypnotherapy for Fear of Spiders Works
My personalised treatment for arachnophobia sessions combines solution-focused hypnotherapy, NLP, and coaching, and is tailored to suit you and your goals.
During your treatment for fear of spiders, we start by understanding how your fear of spiders shows up and how life will be better once you’ve overcome this phobia. From there, we work together to help your brain respond differently, so that you start feeling more relaxed and in control in those situations that would have previously triggered panic.
Hypnosis is a calm, focused state where your mind becomes more receptive to helpful ideas and positive change. Most people find it deeply relaxing, a bit like being half-awake and half-asleep, where your body feels at ease and your mind begins to daydream. It’s a bit like being in a meeting, where your mind wanders even though you’re aware someone is talking. We use this state to help your brain rewire those old patterns and create a new, more balanced response.
Online Hypnotherapy for Arachnophobia
My private London hypnotherapy practice was founded in 2003. I have been awarded the Senior Qualification of Hypnotherapy Practice (SQHP) from the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council (GHSC) and the HPD from the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH).
For more information on how I can use hypnotherapy for fear of spiders online, get in touch. We can talk through your phobia and create a plan using hypnotherapy for arachnophobia to help you move forward.
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FAQs
What is arachnophobia?
Arachnophobia is an intense fear of spiders. Sometimes, even the thought or image of one can trigger panic. Some people feel the need to escape immediately, while others freeze or become overwhelmed, even if the spider is small or harmless.
Can hypnotherapy help with a fear of spiders?
Yes, hypnotherapy for fear of spiders works by helping your subconscious rewire the way it reacts. Instead of feeling panicked or out of control, your brain learns to feel calm and neutral in situations that previously triggered fear.
Do I need to be exposed to spiders during the sessions?
No, there’s no exposure involved. You won’t need to face a spider or even look at a photo unless you choose to. We work gently with your mind in a relaxed state to change the response from the inside out.
How many sessions will I need?
It varies from person to person, but in most cases, we can resolve a phobia in 3 sessions.
What does hypnotherapy for arachnophobia feel like?
Hypnosis feels a bit like drifting off into a daydream: you’re relaxed but still aware of what’s happening. It’s a calm, focused state where your mind becomes more open to suggestion, allowing us to create a new, more balanced response to spiders.
What if I don’t know where the fear started?
That’s absolutely fine. Many people with arachnophobia can’t trace it back to a specific moment. The good news is, we don’t need to go digging into the past. We focus on helping your brain build a better response going forward.
Do you offer hypnotherapy for the fear of spiders online?
Yes, all sessions are held online via Zoom. Hypnotherapy is just as effective remotely, and many clients feel more relaxed and focused when working from the comfort of their own home.
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