How Cognitive Hypnotherapy Helps You Overcome Impostor Syndrome (And Finally Feel Good Enough)
- Laurie Harvey Cognitive Hypnotherapist
- Jul 1
- 3 min read
Introduction:
Do you ever feel like a fraud — like you’re just one mistake away from being “found out”? Maybe you’ve achieved success, but deep down you don’t feel worthy of it. Or you struggle to speak up, ask for more, or take risks because you secretly believe: “I’m not really good enough.”
That's impostor syndrome and it’s far more common than you think.
As a cognitive hypnotherapist and confidence coach, I help people untangle these deeply rooted thoughts at their source. If you’re tired of doubting yourself and ready to truly own your worth, this post will show you how cognitive hypnotherapy can help.
What Is Impostor Syndrome, Really?
Impostor syndrome isn’t a diagnosis — it’s a mindset. It’s the internalised belief that your success is due to luck, timing, or deception — not talent, effort, or intelligence.
Common signs include:
* Constantly doubting your achievements
* Brushing off praise or positive feedback
* Fear of being “found out” as a fraud
* Over-preparing or procrastinating
* Feeling like everyone else has it figured out but you
It affects people across all industries, from entrepreneurs to academics to creatives — even high-level executives.
Where Does Impostor Syndrome Come From?
Most impostor syndrome is rooted in the subconscious mind and shaped by early experiences, family dynamics, cultural messages, or past failures.
Common subconscious beliefs include:
“I have to be perfect to be accepted.”
“Success means I’ll be judged.”
“If I succeed, people will expect too much from me.”
“I’m not smart/talented enough — I’m just lucky.”
These beliefs can run on autopilot for years — affecting how you speak, lead, present, and make decisions. That’s why talking about it or reading self-help books isn’t always enough.
How Cognitive Hypnotherapy Works for Impostor Syndrome
Cognitive Hypnotherapy helps by accessing the subconscious mind — where impostor beliefs are stored and reinforced. In a safe, relaxed trance state, we work directly with the root of those beliefs and start to rewire them.
During a cognitive hypnotherapy session, we:
Explore where your impostor pattern began
Reframe past experiences that reinforced self-doubt
Install new, empowering beliefs around worth and capability
Strengthen your emotional resilience and self-trust
The result? You begin to feel different — not just think differently.
Real-Life Shifts Clients Experience After Hypnotherapy:
"I feel really lucky to have found Laurie and to have had the sessions with her. I felt in really safe hands with Laurie and felt comfortable and able to resolve many stuck feelings and emotions that have been bubbling around for years. I feel I have gone from feeling stuck and unsure about which direction to go in with my work to feeling very confident, excited and inspired about my work again."
These aren't just surface-level changes. They come from reprogramming the subconscious at the deepest level.
Why my blend of Cognitive Hypnotherapy and Coaching work so well.
Coaching is fantastic for:
* Setting goals
* Developing communication skills
* Building strategic confidence
But if your impostor syndrome is rooted in unconscious fear, coaching can only take you so far. You might know you should feel confident but you still feel like a fraud.
That’s where cognitive hypnotherapy fills the gap. It addresses the emotional wiring that’s keeping you stuck.
Is Cognitive Hypnotherapy Right for You?
If any of this resonates with you:
You intellectually know your worth, but don’t feel it
You’re holding back in your career or personal life
You’re tired of fear and overthinking stealing your joy
You’re open to a deeper approach that gets to the root
… then yes — cognitive hypnotherapy could be the turning point you’ve been looking for.
Next Step: Let’s Clear the Impostor Pattern for Good?
Book a free Confidence Clarity Call and let’s explore what’s driving your impostor syndrome — and how we can shift it with a blend of cognitive hypnotherapy and coaching.
🧘 Quick Confidence Anchor: Try This Now
Here’s a 1-minute tool to calm impostor thoughts on the spot:
1. Close your eyes and take 3 deep breaths.
2. Recall a time you felt proud, capable, and accomplished.
3. Say to yourself: “This is who I really am.”
Repeat daily to begin retraining your brain toward self-trust.
Conclusion:
Impostor syndrome doesn’t mean you’re broken — it means your subconscious is trying to protect you from judgment, failure, or change. But you don’t need to let that fear run the show anymore.
With the right support, you can feel confident, grounded, and finally free to take up space.
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