This page explains how hypnotherapy can support adults who struggle with low self-confidence or self-esteem. David Samson is a London based clinical hypnotherapist with over 25 years’ experience working with clients who experience confidence issues linked to anxiety, self-doubt, or past experiences. Sessions are delivered on a one to one basis and focus on understanding the underlying patterns that affect self-belief, helping clients develop a more balanced and resilient sense of confidence over time. Appointments are available both in person in London and online.
If you’re struggling with low self-confidence or self-esteem, you’re not alone.
Hypnotherapy can help by gently uncovering the patterns behind those doubts and starting to shift how you see yourself. It’s not about quick fixes or forcing yourself to “be confident,” but about building something more lasting.
While the past cannot be changed, your reactions to situations that induce fear or doubt can be transformed. A course of hypnotherapy for self-confidence enables access to the subconscious, revealing the root causes of your negative self-perception.
For example, if you were told you would ‘never make anything of your life,’ revisiting these moments as an adult allows you to process them with clarity rather than as a scared child.
This process helps you reprogram your beliefs and goals in a more productive way, ultimately increasing your self-confidence. You will also be guided through visualization exercises that help you see the ‘new you’ and how capable you truly are, embedding these positive images in your mind.
As your self-image improves, you’ll find it easier to combat negative self-talk, a key area addressed in our hypnotherapy for social anxiety treatments
When your self-esteem starts to grow, things begin to shift in small but meaningful ways. Here’s what many people notice:
You start focusing on what you’re good at; not just what needs “fixing”
It gets easier to speak up in meetings, go on dates, or have honest conversations without second-guessing yourself
You stop replaying old mistakes and start giving yourself a bit of grace
Criticism feels less personal; you can take it on board without it knocking you down
Setting boundaries becomes possible without the guilt
You begin to feel more comfortable in your own skin, even around new people
Goals feel less scary and more like opportunities to grow
You feel like someone worth being around; because you are
These kinds of shifts can have a powerful ripple effect, professionally and personally.
If you’re ready to feel more confident in yourself and how you handle life, I’m here to help.
You’re welcome to book a free 30-minute consultation — no pressure, just a friendly chat about what might help.
