Low Self-Esteem

How it shows up

Low self-esteem can look like constant self-criticism, difficulty accepting compliments, or a nagging sense that you’re not good enough no matter what you achieve. It often shows up as avoiding opportunities before you even try, apologizing too much, or comparing yourself unfavorably to everyone around you. Over time, it can quietly shape the decisions you make and the relationships you’re willing to have.

How hypnotherapy helps

A lot of self-esteem is built on beliefs formed years earlier, often outside conscious awareness. Hypnotherapy works at that subconscious level to help loosen the grip of old, unhelpful self-beliefs and replace them with a more accurate, more supportive sense of who you are. Pattie often combines this with cognitive behavioral techniques, so the work happening in session connects to real changes in how you think and act day to day.

This isn’t about convincing yourself of things that aren’t true. It’s about clearing out the noise that’s been distorting your self-image so you can see yourself more fairly — and that only works if you’re genuinely ready to look at those beliefs and do the work to shift them.

What a session looks like

Every client begins with a free 20-minute consultation to talk through where the low self-esteem shows up most and what you want to change. Sessions run $150 and can take place at Pattie’s Scottsdale office or over Zoom.

Common questions

Is this the same as confidence coaching? It’s related but different — this work focuses on your underlying sense of self-worth, which often needs to shift before confidence in specific situations can follow.

Can hypnotherapy really change how I see myself? It can help, especially when paired with your own honest effort. It’s not a magic fix — real change still requires your genuine desire to see yourself differently.

How many sessions does this usually take? It depends on how deep-rooted the beliefs are. Pattie will give you a realistic sense of what to expect after your consultation.