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What Is Confidence and Why It Matters

This page is your guide to understanding confidence, why it can feel so hard to build, and how RTT® sessions can help you achieve real, lasting change.
Confidence is more than just feeling good about yourself, it’s the deep belief that you can trust yourself, your decisions, and your abilities. It’s the foundation for living a fulfilling life where you can express yourself freely, take on new challenges, and build meaningful relationships.“After struggling with low self-esteem and losing who I was, Joanna helped me unearth and heal the root causes. Now, I’m unrecognisably happier, gaining self-confidence and looking forward in life.”

But if you struggle with low confidence, you might find yourself doubting your worth, fearing failure, or holding back from opportunities. These feelings can affect your career, your personal life, and your overall happiness.

That’s where confidence hypnotherapy, using Rapid Transformational Therapy® (RTT®), can help you. Unlike quick fixes or surface-level coaching, RTT® confidence hypnotherapy uncovers the root causes of your self-doubt and rewires your subconscious mind to release limiting beliefs. The result? Real, lasting confidence that comes from within

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Common Confidence Challenges

Many people experience confidence challenges, often without fully understanding why. Here are some of the most common struggles you might face and that RTT® can help you overcome:

  • Low self-esteem and negative self-talk: Feeling “not good enough” or comparing yourself harshly to others

  • Overthinking and self-doubt: Constantly second-guessing your choices or abilities

  • People-pleasing and boundary issues: Saying yes when you want to say no, leading to resentment and burnout

  • Guilt and unfair self-blame: Carrying the weight of past mistakes or feeling undeserving

  • Fear of failure or rejection: Avoiding risks or opportunities because of what might go wrong

If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay stuck.

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How RTT® Builds Confidence

RTT® is a unique form of hypnotherapy that combines the best of hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, NLP, and cognitive behavioral therapy. It’s designed to identify and transform the root causes of your challenges in a single session.

During a confidence-focused RTT® session, you’ll be guided into a deeply relaxed state where your subconscious mind is open and receptive. Together, we’ll explore the memories, experiences, and beliefs that have shaped your confidence levels, often dating back to childhood.

By releasing limiting beliefs like “I’m not good enough” or “I don’t deserve success,” RTT® allows you to replace those old stories with empowering, positive beliefs. You’ll walk away with a renewed sense of self-worth and a toolkit for maintaining your confidence in everyday life.

Unlike traditional “positive thinking,” RTT® rewires your brain at a deep level, meaning your new confidence lasts far beyond the session.

Key Benefits of RTT® Confidence Hypnotherapy

Building real confidence changes everything. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Personal empowerment: Feel stronger, more capable, and in control of your life

  • Improved relationships: Communicate your needs clearly and form healthier connections

  • Career growth: Take bold steps, pursue new opportunities, and shine at work

  • Resilience: Bounce back more easily from setbacks and criticism

  • Lasting transformation: Confidence that stays with you, not just temporary motivation

Confidence is the key to unlocking your true potential and living the life you want.

Your Personalised RTT® Confidence Hypnotherapy Service

When you book a confidence RTT® session with me, you’re choosing compassionate, expert support tailored just for you.

What to expect:

  • A private, relaxed online session where you’ll feel safe and heard

  • Gentle guidance into a trance state to access your subconscious mind

  • Discovery of the root causes behind your confidence challenges

  • Targeted transformational work to replace limiting beliefs

  • A personalised hypnotherapy recording to reinforce your new confidence daily

I’m dedicated to helping you create deep, lasting change, not just quick fixes. After your session, I provide ongoing support and resources to help you integrate your new confidence fully.

If you’re curious about what RTT hypnotherapy is, you can read more about it here.

FAQs About Confidence & RTT®

Q: Will RTT® make me suddenly confident overnight?
A: Not overnight, but often, change comes faster than you expect. Because RTT® works at the root of the issue, many clients notice real shifts in how they think, speak, and feel within days or weeks.

Q: What if I don’t know why I feel this way?
A: That’s very common, and totally okay. You don’t need to know. The RTT® process is designed to uncover those hidden beliefs gently, even if you’ve never consciously thought about them before.

Q: I’ve tried confidence coaching or CBT before, what’s different about RTT®?
A: Unlike surface-level approaches, RTT® works directly with the subconscious mind, where the real blocks often sit. It helps clear outdated beliefs, so you’re not just managing the symptoms but actually shifting the root cause.

If you have any other queries, do read our main FAQ page below or send us a message if your question isn’t covered.

Need help but not sure where to start?

Whether it’s anxiety, phobias, addictions or ongoing support – if you are living with the following why not try one of these services: Suffering Anxiety, Addictions, Phobias, Enhanced thinking – Ongoing Growth/Support

For practical strategies to ease anxious thoughts while building confidence, read What Can I Do to Feel Less Anxious?

The Science Behind Confidence and How RTT® Hypnotherapy Works

Confidence isn’t just a feeling, it’s wired in your brain. Neuroscience shows that your beliefs about yourself are stored deep in the subconscious mind, shaping how you respond to the world automatically. When negative beliefs like “I’m not good enough” take root early in life, they form strong neural pathways that influence your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.

Traditional talk therapy or positive affirmations can help on the surface, but they often don’t reach these deep subconscious beliefs. This is why so many people struggle with confidence despite trying self-help books, courses, or coaching.

RTT® hypnotherapy is designed to access this subconscious level directly. By guiding you into a deeply relaxed, trance-like state, RTT® bypasses the critical conscious mind, allowing your subconscious to reveal the root causes of your confidence blocks.

Once identified, these old beliefs can be gently released and replaced with positive, empowering ones. This rewiring creates new neural pathways that support confident thoughts and behaviours naturally, not forced or fake confidence, but the genuine article.

The transformational effect of RTT® is often described as feeling lighter, freer, and more “authentically yourself.”

What Causes Low Confidence (And How RTT® Can Help)

Understanding where low confidence comes from helps you know how to fix it. Confidence is often shaped by early experiences, social conditioning, and repeated messaging. Here are common causes I encounter in sessions:

  • Childhood messages: Critical parents, teachers, or peers who planted seeds of doubt

  • Traumatic events: Bullying, rejection, or failure that left emotional scars

  • Cultural or societal expectations: Feeling pressure to conform or meet impossible standards

  • Perfectionism: Setting unrealistically high standards and fearing mistakes

  • Past failures: Letting previous setbacks define your sense of worth

Sometimes, these causes are buried so deeply that you don’t consciously connect them to your current lack of confidence. That’s why RTT®’s ability to access your subconscious is so powerful.

What Real Confidence Looks Like in Daily Life

When your confidence improves, it shows up in countless ways, often subtly but powerfully:

  • Speaking up: Expressing your opinions and needs without fear or apology

  • Trying new things: Embracing opportunities without being held back by “what if” thinking

  • Handling criticism: Taking feedback constructively, not personally

  • Saying no: Setting healthy boundaries without guilt or anxiety

  • Body language: Standing tall, making eye contact, and using a strong, open posture

  • Making decisions: Trusting your judgment and moving forward without second-guessing

These changes not only improve your inner experience but also how others perceive and respond to you — opening doors to better relationships and career success.

What Real Confidence Looks Like in Daily Life

Confidence issues affect people of all ages and backgrounds. My clients include:

  • Professionals wanting to advance their careers or start new ventures

  • Students nervous about exams or presentations

  • Parents seeking to model healthy confidence for their children

  • People recovering from trauma, relationship breakups, or major life changes

  • Anyone stuck in patterns of self-doubt, people-pleasing, or procrastination

If you want to feel more sure of yourself and free from limiting beliefs, RTT® can be the breakthrough you need.

Why My RTT® Confidence Hypnotherapy Sessions Are Different

There are many hypnotherapists out there, so why choose me? Here’s what sets my confidence service apart:

  • Personalised approach: Every session is tailored specifically to your unique history and goals

  • Experienced and trained: As an Advanced RTT® Practitioner, I’ve helped dozens transform their confidence

  • Safe, supportive environment: You’ll feel heard, respected, and comfortable throughout

  • Ongoing care: After your session, I provide a custom recording and support to reinforce your progress. 

  • Online convenience: Work with me from anywhere, no travel required

My mission is to help you step fully into your power, with tools and insights that last.

Struggling with low confidence or self-worth can feel isolating, but you’re not alone, and real change is absolutely possible.

Rebuilding confidence after alcohol misuse

One client came to me feeling completely disconnected from herself after years of alcohol misuse. RTT® helped her rebuild her self-esteem, overcome the habit, and reconnect with a sense of joy and purpose in life.

“After struggling with low self-esteem and losing who I was, Joanna helped me unearth and heal the root causes. Now, I’m unrecognisably happier, gaining self-confidence and looking forward in life.”

Overcoming self-doubt and bullying to rediscover self-worth

Another client, shaped by early bullying and a deep-rooted belief that she wasn’t good enough, found the courage to stand up for herself, recognise her strengths, and begin believing in her own value.

“Joanna helped me become more aware of my negative thoughts and replace them with new, positive ones. I noticed changes quickly, but what surprised me was how my confidence kept growing, even months later.”

These are just two powerful examples of the transformation that can happen when we uncover and heal the real root of what’s been holding us back. RTT® isn’t just about changing thoughts, it’s about helping you become the version of yourself you’ve always deserved to be.

Tips to Boost Confidence Every Day

While RTT® works deeply, daily habits also help maintain and grow your confidence:

  • Practice self-compassion: Treat yourself kindly, especially after mistakes

  • Celebrate small wins: Acknowledge your achievements, no matter how small

  • Use positive affirmations: Reinforce your worth with statements like “I am capable and deserving”

  • Step outside your comfort zone: Take small risks regularly to build courage

  • Surround yourself with support: Connect with people who uplift and encourage you

Pairing these habits with RTT® hypnotherapy creates a powerful confidence transformation.

Get Started with Confidence Hypnotherapy – Next Steps

Ready to transform your confidence? Here’s how:

  1. Book your free consultation: We’ll chat about your challenges and goals to see if RTT® is right for you

  2. Schedule your RTT® session: A 90-mins – 2 hours online appointment tailored to your needs

  3. Experience your transformation: Dive deep to release limiting beliefs and build true confidence

  4. Use your personalised recording: Listen regularly to reinforce your new mindset

  5. Enjoy lasting confidence: Watch how your life shifts as you step into your full potential

You don’t have to keep pushing through or pretending you’re fine.
With the right help, it is possible to feel confident, for real, and for good.

Ready to feel more like you again?
Let’s talk, your first call is completely free. Just press the orange button below 

What does this session cost?

Pricing available on request.

I offer a bespoke package depending on your needs, with most clients seeing results after just one session.
Let’s chat to see what’s right for you.

How it works

All sessions are held online via Google Meet, FaceTime, or WhatsApp Video from the comfort of your own home.

    1. Free consultation – We’ll talk about what’s going on and how RTT® can help.
    2. Your RTT® session – A deep, focused session to uncover and shift the root cause.
    3. Personalised recording – You’ll receive a bespoke audio to listen to for 28 days, helping lock in the change.
    4. Ongoing support – You’ll have follow-up support included, on days 1,7,14, 21. And a final video review call on day 28 to check and celebrate progress so you’re not doing this alone.

Confidence Hypnotherapy FAQs

Q: How many sessions do I need?
A: Most people experience a significant shift after one RTT® session, but some choose follow-ups for additional support.

Q: Is RTT® safe and natural?
A: Absolutely. RTT® is a safe, drug-free therapy that works with your natural mind’s ability to heal and grow.

Q: Will I remember the session?
A: Yes. You remain aware during the session and will remember everything you discuss.

Q: Can RTT® help with anxiety too?
A: Yes, RTT® is highly effective for anxiety and often boosts confidence as a natural result.

Q: What if I’ve tried everything else?
A: RTT® works where many other methods don’t because it transforms root causes, not just symptoms.

Any more questions?

If you’ve still got questions, you’re not alone, and it’s good to ask them.
The FAQs, cover the practical details: what RTT® is like, how online sessions work, what you’ll need, and what kind of results are realistic.
All questions answered, check out this link… all our FAQs

If there’s anything else on your mind, just reach out. 
If you have any further questions, please send them to joanna@enhanceyourhorizons.co.uk I’ll be very happy to get back to you.  

What’s Next on Your Confidence Hypnotherapy Journey?

Ready to boost your confidence? Book your free consultation call today, I’d love to help you feel your best.

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