Solution Focused Hypnotherapy for Confidence and Performance
Build Confidence and Think Clearly
Is this you?
You feel constantly “on” and unable to switch off
Confidence has dipped
Decision-making feels heavy or overwhelming
Sleep is poor and your mind won’t slow down
You’re running on adrenaline rather than energy
How Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help
Even highly capable professionals can experience self-doubt, imposter feelings, or a tendency to second-guess decisions — particularly during periods of increased pressure or change.
Through solution focused hypnotherapy, we work to quiet the inner critic and strengthen confidence at a subconscious level. Clients often report feeling more self-assured, decisive, and able to trust their judgement, both in business and in life, without the constant need to overthink or seek reassurance.
Confidence, Self-Trust & Decision-Making
Why Choose Solution Focused Hypnotherapy?
Unlike traditional talk therapy, solution focused hypnotherapy focuses on what’s working and helps you move forward quickly.
Sessions are structured, evidence-based, and designed to create measurable change — often within a few weeks.
Solution focused hypnotherapy combines neuroscience, solution focused therapy, and hypnosis.
There is no analysing childhood or revisiting past trauma.
It works with how the brain responds to stress.
Flexible Sessions - in-person or remote
I understand that life is busy. Initial consultations and subsequent sessions can be in-person, remote or a combination of the two - whatever works best for you
In-person sessions in a relaxing private environment
Solution focused hypnotherapy in the local areas of Hadleigh, Leigh-on-Sea, Benfleet, Chalkwell, Southend-on-Sea, Canvey Island, Dunton, Laindon, Basildon, Horndon on the Hill, Corringham, Stanford-le-Hope, Pitsea, Thundersley, Hockley, Hawkwell, Rochford, Westcliff-on-Sea, Wickford and Rayleigh.
The surrounding area includes Hadleigh Country Park and Hadleigh Castle.
There is plenty of off-street parking available and the nearest train stations are Benfleet (c2c line), Leigh-on-Sea (c2c line) and Rayleigh (Great Anglia line).
Therapy sessions work equally well over Zoom
Live too far away or struggle to fit in travel time? Do you not drive or just prefer sessions in the comfort of your own home?
As well as in-person sessions, Brighter Future Therapy Practice also offers online sessions anywhere in the world. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be equally effective in person or virtually.
To date Brighter Future have helped people in Australia, Canada and America. And virtual sessions have also been carried out with clients throughout the UK.
Improving Confidence
Many people quietly struggle with self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and second-guessing. They may look successful on the outside, yet internally ask:
Am I good enough?
What if I fail?
Why does everyone else seem so confident?
If this sounds familiar, you are not alone — and you are not broken.
It’s common to experience:
Loss of confidence
Imposter syndrome
Decision fatigue
Constant comparison with others
From a neuroscience perspective, this makes sense.
The brain remembers emotional threat more strongly than success. The nervous system tries to protect you by keeping you cautious, alert, and on guard.
That protection can show up as:
Procrastination
Avoidance
Overthinking
Feeling stuck
This isn’t weakness — it’s a stressed nervous system.
Please know this:
you don’t need fixing, and you don’t need to be fearless.
Often, what’s needed is support that helps your nervous system settle, restores self-worth, and allows confidence to rebuild naturally.
As a solution focused hypnotherapist, I work with clients to reduce overwhelm, build confidence, and create calm, clear decision-making — without forcing positivity or reliving the past.
Your confidence isn’t lost.
It’s waiting for the right conditions to return.
A Client Story: Rebuilding Confidence After Business Failure
(Details changed for confidentiality reasons)
Vanessa had previously run a successful business which ultimately failed. That experience hit her hard. Her self-confidence was at an all-time low, and because being an entrepreneur was central to her identity, she began to question her self-worth.
Although she was considering starting another business, she felt deeply apprehensive.
When Vanessa came to see me, there were still practical tasks that needed to be completed to fully wind up her previous business. However, even thinking about them made her feel physically sick. She procrastinated, avoided the tasks, and felt unable to move forward.
At the same time, Vanessa was drinking more than she wanted to and withdrawing from her family. She spent evenings planning her new business while carrying the pressure of being “the strong one”. She was snappy with her children and neglecting her own self-care.
This pattern is incredibly common among entrepreneurs.
Over the course of 8 sessions we focused on:
Helping Vanessa’s brain process what had happened safely
Reducing nervous system overwhelm
Reconnecting her with her strengths and resilience
Separating failure from identity
As Vanessa became calmer, she was able to look at her previous business with clarity rather than shame. She could see what had gone wrong and, importantly, how she could prevent this happening again.
We broke down the overwhelming list of outstanding tasks into manageable steps and scheduled them into an achievable timeframe.
As her nervous system settled:
Procrastination reduced
Decision-making became easier
Physical symptoms eased
Confidence began to return
Not because she pushed harder — but because she felt safer.
Read more about Vanessa’s story in my blog
Client Testimonials
“I could not recommend Laura highly enough. She really helped me come through a difficult stage in my life and I am still feeling the ongoing effects of our time working together” — LM, Female, 49
“The results have been profound. I have noticed significant improvements in my overall well-being, confidence, and mental clarity.” — JK, Female, 41
What to expect from Solution Focused Hypnotherapy Sessions
Over our sessions, we’ll work together to help you:
Understand how the brain creates and maintains overthinking patterns
Learn tools to calm and reframe intrusive thoughts
Develop a more positive, solution-focused mindset
Reinforce calm and confidence through relaxing hypnosis
Each session is structured as follows:
A discussion of “what’s been good?” to focus your brain on the positives and put you into your intellectual brain. These do not need to be big things - perhaps the sun is shining, the traffic was light on your journey or someone complimented you at work…
Brain revision to remind you of the neuroscience behind our work and the importance of having good sleep, doing things that you enjoy, interacting with people who make you feel good and having positive thoughts
A simple scaling exercise to determine how you are feeling this week and what would move you slightly up the happiness scale
A visualisation exercise to expand on what your preferred future would look like, how you will feel when you get there and what small step you can take to move in that direction
A guided relaxation to cement your preferred future into your subconscious
Many clients notice a real difference after just a few sessions.
Why Choose Solution Focused Hypnotherapy over alternative therapies?
Unlike traditional talk therapy, solution focused hypnotherapy focuses on what’s working and helps you move forward quickly. Sessions are structured, evidence-based, and designed to create measurable change — often within a few weeks.
Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is:
More structured than traditional therapy
Deeper than coaching alone
Faster than open-ended counselling
Works directly with subconscious stress patterns
My name is Laura Bartlett and I am a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist, with a strong academic and professional background in psychology and evidence-based therapy. I hold a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from Royal Holloway, University of London, alongside a Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy and a Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma.
I am a registered member of the Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (AfSFH), fully insured, and hold an enhanced DBS certificate — so you can be confident you are working with a qualified, professional, and ethical practitioner.
Before retraining as a therapist, I spent 20 years working in the London corporate world as an insurance broker. I understand first-hand the pressure of responsibility, constant decision-making, and the mental load that comes with high-performance roles. With an Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) and a Level 3 Diploma in Management and Leadership, my approach is practical, grounded, and evidence-informed — designed for professionals who are capable, driven, and quietly exhausted.
Meet Laura
Registered member of associations that you can trust
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AfSFH
Membership Number: 2625
The Association for Solution Focused Hypnotherapists provides the public with the only dedicated register for Solution Focused Hypnotherapists, and all listed members must be appropriately qualified and insured and abide by the Code of Conduct and professional standards.
As a professional governing body, AfSFH set and monitor standards to ensure all our therapists adhere to the hallmarks of best practice.
All AfSFH registered members are required to engage in at least 21 hours of additional professional development activities per year, including undertaking regular supervision and further training as part of their continuous professional development.
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NCH
Membership Number: 12094
The National Council for Hypnotherapy holds one of the largest registers of independent Hypnotherapists in the United Kingdom and strives to maintain the highest standards among its members.
There is an agreed Code of Conduct, an established Complaints & Disciplinary Procedure and all members are obliged to maintain comprehensive Public Liability & Professional Indemnity Insurance, maintain regular CPD (continuing professional development) hours, and attend Supervision when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is solution focused hypnotherapy for confidence and performance?
Solution focused hypnotherapy is a practical, forward-focused approach that helps people improve confidence, emotional control, and performance under pressure.
It combines solution focused brief therapy techniques, neuroscience-based psychoeducation, and hypnosis to help the brain move out of stress responses and into a calmer, more focused state. Rather than analysing past experiences, the emphasis is on building confidence and resilience in the present.
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How can hypnotherapy improve confidence?
Confidence issues are often driven by subconscious patterns such as self-doubt, fear of judgement, or perfectionism.
Solution focused hypnotherapy works by:
- Reducing self-critical thinking
- Strengthening positive neural pathways
- Improving emotional regulation
- Helping the brain respond calmly under pressure
This allows confidence to feel natural and sustainable, rather than something you have to force.
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Can hypnotherapy help with performance anxiety?
Yes. Solution focused hypnotherapy is particularly effective for performance anxiety, including public speaking, presentations, exams, interviews, sport, and high-pressure work situations.
By calming the stress response and reducing anticipatory anxiety, many clients find they can perform more clearly, confidently, and consistently.
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Is solution focused hypnotherapy suitable for work-related confidence issues?
Yes. Many people seek solution focused hypnotherapy for work-related confidence and performance challenges, such as:
- Imposter syndrome
- Fear of visibility or speaking up
- Leadership confidence
- Decision-making under pressure
- High-stakes presentations or meetings
Sessions are structured, confidential, and designed to fit around professional commitments.
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Do you offer online hypnotherapy for confidence and performance?
Yes. Online solution focused hypnotherapy is just as effective as in-person sessions and is popular with clients who have busy schedules.
Sessions are delivered securely and can be attended from home or work, offering flexibility and privacy.