Hypnotherapy for Confidence in London
Hello, I’m Susannah. I am a fully qualified clinical hypnotherapist and coach with over 22 years of experience helping people overcome confidence issues.
If you’re exploring confidence hypnotherapy, chances are you’re feeling held back in some way. Maybe you’ve stopped trusting yourself, or you find it hard to speak up, go for what you want, or even feel comfortable just being you.
It can feel exhausting when that inner critic takes over – second-guessing everything, comparing, pointing out flaws, focusing on what’s missing. I see this often in my confidence hypnotherapy sessions, and I want you to know that change is possible.
Whether you’re dealing with low self-esteem or simply want to feel more sure of yourself, confidence hypnotherapy isn’t about helping you to become someone else. It’s about helping you to feel more like yourself. Through our sessions, we’ll gently shift those unhelpful thought patterns that have been keeping you stuck, and start building a calmer, more resilient mind.
Are you experiencing symptoms of low confidence?
- Concerned about others’ opinions of you?
- Doubt yourself and your capabilities?
- Feelings of inadequacy and low self worth?
- Imposter syndrome?
- Sensitive to criticism?
- Put yourself down?
- Compare yourself to others?
- Avoid situations you find challenging?
- Self conscious?

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 Therapy for Self Confidence
Alongside hypnosis for self esteem, I use coaching techniques to help you take practical steps toward building confidence in everyday life. Confidence coaching focuses on achievable goals that create positive momentum, whether that’s speaking up in meetings, feeling calmer in social situations, or learning to quieten your inner critic.
My solution-focused approach towards hypnosis for confidence and motivation combines the deep subconscious change that comes from being hypnotised with practical coaching strategies, giving you the tools to feel more confident, capable, and in control.
Whether you’ve lacked confidence all your life, or it’s been knocked by a series of events, hypnotherapy can help you feel happier and more in control of your life and work. My bespoke hypnotherapy plans can address the root cause of your low self esteem and give you the resources you need to overcome life’s challenges with optimism and self belief.
Confidence hypnotherapy and coaching can help you:
- See yourself in a more positive light
- Value yourself and know you are good enough
- Keep going in the face of setbacks
- Rise above rejection and criticism
- Trust your own judgement and abilities
- Feel excited by life
How Confidence Hypnotherapy Works
Confidence hypnotherapy helps you change the way you think and feel about yourself. By working directly with the subconscious mind, hypnosis helps to break old patterns of self-doubt and negative thinking, so you can start to feel calmer, stronger, and more self-assured.
During your confidence hypnosis sessions, I guide you into a deeply relaxed state where your mind becomes more open to positive suggestions. In this state, we can reinforce empowering beliefs, helping you build self-esteem and develop a more positive self-image. Whether your confidence has been knocked by past experiences or you’ve always struggled with self-doubt, hypnosis for self esteem can help you move forward feeling more resilient and in control.
If you’ve tried to ‘talk yourself’ into being more confident without success, this is because self-belief is often driven by subconscious patterns that feel automatic. Confidence hypnosis allows us to work with those deeper patterns, rewiring your mind so that calmness and confidence start to feel more natural.
If you would like to find out how I can help, let's talk
The Science Behind Hypnosis for Confidence
Confidence isn’t something you’re simply born with, it’s shaped by your experiences and the way your brain processes them. If you’ve had moments of criticism, rejection, or self-doubt, your brain may have started to associate certain situations with discomfort or anxiety.
This is because the amygdala, the part of your brain designed to keep you safe, sometimes mistakes everyday challenges, like speaking up in a meeting or starting a conversation, as threats. Over time, these patterns can become automatic, leaving you feeling nervous, hesitant, or stuck in self-doubt.
Confidence hypnosis works by helping to calm this survival-driven response while strengthening the prefrontal cortex, the part of your brain responsible for logic, self-belief, and decision-making. By reinforcing more positive thought patterns, hypnosis can help you feel calmer, more capable, and better equipped to handle life’s challenges.
With hypnosis for confidence and motivation, you don’t become someone you’re not, it’s about unlocking the confident version of you that’s already there.
Can Confidence Hypnosis Help Me if I Struggle with Imposter Syndrome?
Yes, confidence hypnotherapy can be particularly helpful for those battling imposter syndrome – that nagging feeling that you’re not good enough, even when you have plenty of evidence to the contrary.
Through hypnosis for confidence and motivation, we can calm the anxious part of your mind that fixates on self-doubt and gently shift your subconscious patterns, allowing you to feel more secure in your abilities. By combining confidence hypnosis with solution-focused coaching, you can break free from the cycle of self-criticism and start recognising your own strengths and achievements.
Is Hypnotherapy Long Term Solution for Self-Esteem Issues?
Low self-esteem often stems from past experiences or negative thought patterns that have been reinforced over time. Hypnosis for self-esteem works by helping you develop a healthier, more compassionate inner dialogue, replacing harsh self-criticism with a kinder, more empowering way of thinking.
By rewiring your subconscious mind, you can learn to feel more comfortable in your own skin, value your achievements, and believe in your ability to handle whatever life throws your way.
If you’re open to trying hypnosis to improve your confidence and motivation, and excited to see changes in your personal and professional life, let’s have a chat.
How Confidence Hypnotherapy Trains Your Brain for Success
Building confidence is a bit like building a new habit – it takes practice. Hypnosis helps support this process by guiding your mind into a calm, focused state where new ideas can take root more easily.
In this relaxed state, we can use techniques like visualisation, mental rehearsal, and positive suggestions to help your brain form healthier patterns. Over time, these new pathways can help you respond to situations with greater calm, focus, and self-belief, even in moments that once felt overwhelming.
Hypnotherapy for self-esteem isn’t a quick fix, but many people find it helps them break free from old patterns and build the quiet inner confidence they’ve been looking for.
Do you want to feel more self-assured in social situations, overcome self-doubt at work, or just feel more comfortable in your own skin? Confidence hypnotherapy could be a helpful step forward.
Confidence Hypnotherapy in London & Online
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).
I offer bespoke confidence hypnotherapy sessions online via Zoom. Many clients find working from the comfort of their own home helps them relax more deeply, making the sessions just as effective – and often even more so – than in-person appointments.
Want to try a hypnosis session for your confidence? All you need is a stable internet connection and a private room where you can fully relax. Hypnosis for low self worth helps you feel calmer, more confident and more in control of your actions and emotions.
For more information on how hypnosis for self worth, NLP and coaching could help you banish those negative beliefs and increase your self confidence, get in touch. We can talk through your low confidence issues and I can explain how I might be able to help.
If you would like to find out how I can help, let's talk
FAQs
Can hypnotherapy help with low confidence?
Yes, confidence hypnotherapy helps rewire limiting beliefs at a subconscious level, making it easier to feel self-assured and capable in everyday situations. By shifting your internal dialogue, you can naturally develop greater confidence in work, social settings, and personal life.
How does hypnosis for confidence work?
Hypnosis for confidence works by calming the part of the brain that triggers self-doubt and negative self-talk. Through guided relaxation and subconscious reprogramming, it helps you develop a more positive, self-assured mindset in situations where you may have previously felt unsure or anxious.
How many sessions of confidence hypnosis will I need?
Everyone is different, but most people notice a positive shift within the first few hypnotherapy sessions, depending on the complexity of the problem. The more proactive you are in applying what we cover, the quicker and more lasting the results.
Can hypnotherapy make me more assertive?
Yes, confidence hypnotherapy helps you feel more comfortable expressing yourself, setting boundaries, and standing up for what you believe in. During the initial consultation, we will discuss your goals for the treatment and then I will create a personalised programme to help you get there.
Will I feel different straight away after a hypnosis session?
Some people feel an immediate boost, while for others, the changes build gradually as new thought patterns take hold. The goal of solution-focused hypnotherapy is to create lasting, natural confidence rather than just a short-term boost.
Can hypnosis help with confidence in public speaking or social situations?
Absolutely. Public speaking hypnosis and social confidence hypnotherapy are highly effective for reducing nerves and training your mind to feel more at ease when speaking in front of others or engaging in social interactions.
What if I have struggled with confidence all my life?
Even deeply ingrained self-doubt can be changed. Confidence hypnotherapy helps shift the underlying subconscious patterns that have kept you feeling stuck, making confidence feel more natural and effortless over time.
Can hypnosis help with imposter syndrome?
Yes, hypnosis for confidence can help silence the inner critic and break the cycle of self-doubt that comes with imposter syndrome, so you can start recognising your achievements and feeling worthy of your success.
Is hypnosis a quick fix for confidence issues?
While some people notice fast results, solution-focused confidence hypnosis is about creating long-term changes. The brain needs repetition and reinforcement to build new neural pathways, which is why consistency is key.
Can I use self-hypnosis to improve confidence after our sessions?
Yes, self-hypnosis and other techniques learned during confidence hypnotherapy can help reinforce the positive changes, so your confidence continues to grow naturally over time.
Can I do confidence hypnotherapy in London or online?
Yes, you can do confidence hypnotherapy in London or online. Online sessions are just as effective as in-person ones, and many clients find they relax more easily at home, which can enhance the effects of hypnosis for confidence. Whether you’re in London or elsewhere, the process works the same way to help you build self-belief and feel more in control.
Does confidence hypnotherapy work for low self-esteem?
Yes, hypnosis for self-esteem helps you develop a healthier self-image by replacing negative inner dialogue with a more positive, supportive mindset.
Can hypnosis help with interview confidence?
Yes, hypnosis can help you feel more self-assured in interviews by using powerful mental rehearsal and visualisation techniques. Under hypnosis, we can strengthen your ability to stay calm, focused, and composed, so you present yourself with confidence and clarity.
Is confidence hypnosis effective for dating anxiety?
Yes, I can help you improve your confidence around dating so that you feel more comfortable being yourself, overcome nerves, and enjoy social interactions without overthinking.
Can hypnotherapy help me stop overthinking and self-doubt?
Yes, confidence hypnotherapy helps quieten unhelpful mental chatter so you can trust yourself and feel more at ease in situations where you’d normally overthink.