Hypnotherapists in Bridgwater

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Philip King
Verified Verified
My clients often look like they’re coping. They appear capable and responsible, sometimes highly successful, yet privately they are often anxious, disconnected, self-critical or exhausted. Some carry complex trauma or PTSD; others just know something doesn’t feel right. Many have learned to be the strong one. They don’t just want symptom relief — they want to understand their patterns, feel calmer, build steadier relationships and feel at home in who they truly are. They want the opportunity of a therapeutic relationship that will help them heal from their emotional wounds and unburden themselves.
My clients often look like they’re coping. They appear capable and responsible, sometimes highly successful, yet privately they are often anxious, disconnected, self-critical or exhausted. Some carry complex trauma or PTSD; others just know something doesn’t feel right. Many have learned to be the strong one. They don’t just want symptom relief — they want to understand their patterns, feel calmer, build steadier relationships and feel at home in who they truly are. They want the opportunity of a therapeutic relationship that will help them heal from their emotional wounds and unburden themselves.
01278 554248 View 01278 554248
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Debra Welsh
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you’re feeling overwhelmed and anxious, especially as a neurodivergent individual, and want to cope better with life's challenges, I’m here to help. I specialise in working with people navigating their emotional struggles, assisting them in unmasking their true selves and cultivating self-compassion. Together, we can create a safe space to explore your feelings and find practical strategies to bring more calmness and clarity into your life. Counselling can help with any situation that has led you to feel anxious, sad, stressed, or frustrated. It can provide a fresh perspective and help you find solutions for your worries.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed and anxious, especially as a neurodivergent individual, and want to cope better with life's challenges, I’m here to help. I specialise in working with people navigating their emotional struggles, assisting them in unmasking their true selves and cultivating self-compassion. Together, we can create a safe space to explore your feelings and find practical strategies to bring more calmness and clarity into your life. Counselling can help with any situation that has led you to feel anxious, sad, stressed, or frustrated. It can provide a fresh perspective and help you find solutions for your worries.
01278 554608 View 01278 554608
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Judith Desbonne
Psychotherapist, FHGI
Effective, fast and practical help for anyone suffering from a range of issues including: • depression/low mood • panic attacks • phobias • low self-esteem • self-harming . eating disorders • poor concentration • relationship problems • anxiety and stress • anger problems • post-traumatic stress disorder including military (PTSD) • addiction (all kinds) • obsessions (OCD) • poor sleep
Effective, fast and practical help for anyone suffering from a range of issues including: • depression/low mood • panic attacks • phobias • low self-esteem • self-harming . eating disorders • poor concentration • relationship problems • anxiety and stress • anger problems • post-traumatic stress disorder including military (PTSD) • addiction (all kinds) • obsessions (OCD) • poor sleep
01278 393095 View 01278 393095
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Blue Amber Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am an accredited Integrative Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Counselling Supervisor with over a decade of private practice experience, based in Somerset. I work with young people, adults and couples navigating trauma, emotional intensity, relationship challenges or neurodivergence. I offer open-ended and structured, time-limited therapy, accept private and agency referrals, and provide supervision. Sessions are available face-to-face and UK-wide online.
I am an accredited Integrative Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Counselling Supervisor with over a decade of private practice experience, based in Somerset. I work with young people, adults and couples navigating trauma, emotional intensity, relationship challenges or neurodivergence. I offer open-ended and structured, time-limited therapy, accept private and agency referrals, and provide supervision. Sessions are available face-to-face and UK-wide online.
01278 760680 View 01278 760680

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Francesca Sciandra
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Bristol BS2
Even when you’re thoughtful and self-aware, certain patterns can continue to shape your relationships in ways that don’t feel good. You may find yourself cycling through the same reactions, fears, or dynamics, leading to conflict, distance, or not feeling fully met. You might be carrying pain from childhood, navigating stress or anxiety, or facing challenges around intimacy or sexuality. You’re seeking more than insight—you want real change. Ultimately, you want relationships where you feel emotionally secure, connected, and confident.
Even when you’re thoughtful and self-aware, certain patterns can continue to shape your relationships in ways that don’t feel good. You may find yourself cycling through the same reactions, fears, or dynamics, leading to conflict, distance, or not feeling fully met. You might be carrying pain from childhood, navigating stress or anxiety, or facing challenges around intimacy or sexuality. You’re seeking more than insight—you want real change. Ultimately, you want relationships where you feel emotionally secure, connected, and confident.
020 3838 0861 View 020 3838 0861
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Dr Lucy Kozlowski
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
00 Hypnotherapy: £65
I am the Service Lead for Third Wave Psychologist, a highly specialist clinical psychology & counselling practice. My specialisms are long-term health conditions (e.g. long covid, pain, fatigue, IBS, diabetes, obesity, tics/tourettes, neurological conditions, tinnitus, hyperacusis, misophonia) & supporting people undertaking elective & cosmetic surgery. I also specialise in perinatal mental health (e.g. antenatal & postnatal depression, anxiety, IVF, parental issues) & staff & student wellbeing, including common mental health issues (e.g. stress, low mood, anger, adjustment, anxiety, trauma, bereavement & self-esteem).
00 Hypnotherapy: £65
I am the Service Lead for Third Wave Psychologist, a highly specialist clinical psychology & counselling practice. My specialisms are long-term health conditions (e.g. long covid, pain, fatigue, IBS, diabetes, obesity, tics/tourettes, neurological conditions, tinnitus, hyperacusis, misophonia) & supporting people undertaking elective & cosmetic surgery. I also specialise in perinatal mental health (e.g. antenatal & postnatal depression, anxiety, IVF, parental issues) & staff & student wellbeing, including common mental health issues (e.g. stress, low mood, anger, adjustment, anxiety, trauma, bereavement & self-esteem).
0117 456 2479 View 0117 456 2479
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David Flavin
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialise in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) along side other integrative therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness and hypnotherapy.
I offer a non-judgemental space to listen, understand and use a combination of therapies to enable you to live a more fulfilled and happy life. I do my best to put my clients at ease so together we can address any negative emotions that arise.
I specialise in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) along side other integrative therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness and hypnotherapy.
I offer a non-judgemental space to listen, understand and use a combination of therapies to enable you to live a more fulfilled and happy life. I do my best to put my clients at ease so together we can address any negative emotions that arise.
01823 795083 View 01823 795083
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Duncan E. Stafford
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Bristol BS1
Welcome. During the 25 years I've been in practice I've come to think of my way of working with individuals and couples as creating a unique space that is facilitating for recovery or growth. I draw on a wide range of techniques and approaches to fulfil this way of working. Psychotherapy and counselling with me is a confidential and non-judgemental process. I won’t tell you what to do but we will talk about whatever you need to and we will work on ways of developing a useful route through your issues, however difficult. (My practice is neurodiverse informed and kink friendly). I am the founder of Attention Allies therapist for ADHD.
Welcome. During the 25 years I've been in practice I've come to think of my way of working with individuals and couples as creating a unique space that is facilitating for recovery or growth. I draw on a wide range of techniques and approaches to fulfil this way of working. Psychotherapy and counselling with me is a confidential and non-judgemental process. I won’t tell you what to do but we will talk about whatever you need to and we will work on ways of developing a useful route through your issues, however difficult. (My practice is neurodiverse informed and kink friendly). I am the founder of Attention Allies therapist for ADHD.
0117 325 3080 View 0117 325 3080
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maria ostrowska
Counsellor, PsychD, PNCPS Acc.
Online Only
These include: Psychotherapy focusing on humanistic approach Relaxation and hypnotherapy techniques This flexible approach allows us to find ways of working that best support you and your goals.
Reaching out for support can feel difficult, but you don’t have to face things alone. I offer a safe, confidential and supportive space where you can talk openly about what is troubling you, without judgement. I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and psychotherapist with almost 10 years’ experience working in the mental health sector. I provide both short-term and long-term therapy, depending on your needs and what feels right for you. My approach is warm, compassionate. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change, and therapy can help you better understand your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
These include: Psychotherapy focusing on humanistic approach Relaxation and hypnotherapy techniques This flexible approach allows us to find ways of working that best support you and your goals.
Reaching out for support can feel difficult, but you don’t have to face things alone. I offer a safe, confidential and supportive space where you can talk openly about what is troubling you, without judgement. I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and psychotherapist with almost 10 years’ experience working in the mental health sector. I provide both short-term and long-term therapy, depending on your needs and what feels right for you. My approach is warm, compassionate. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change, and therapy can help you better understand your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
01633 987413 View 01633 987413
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Jenna Harper
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I'm always looking to increase my knowledge and hold additional qualifications in bereavement and loss, working with children and young people, self harm, hypnotherapy, creative counselling and trauma-informed therapy.
I’m a warm, down to earth counsellor offering an understanding environment for you to feel relaxed and at ease. So you can begin to make sense of the challenges impacting how you feel, your relationships and daily life and find a way through. Choosing the right person can be difficult so I offer a free 15min intro call to ask any questions and help you decide. I support all ages in areas such as bereavement and loss, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, eating disorders and trauma that you are struggling to cope with. Helping you to feel seen and heard to strengthen your self esteem and resilience through our work together.
I'm always looking to increase my knowledge and hold additional qualifications in bereavement and loss, working with children and young people, self harm, hypnotherapy, creative counselling and trauma-informed therapy.
I’m a warm, down to earth counsellor offering an understanding environment for you to feel relaxed and at ease. So you can begin to make sense of the challenges impacting how you feel, your relationships and daily life and find a way through. Choosing the right person can be difficult so I offer a free 15min intro call to ask any questions and help you decide. I support all ages in areas such as bereavement and loss, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, eating disorders and trauma that you are struggling to cope with. Helping you to feel seen and heard to strengthen your self esteem and resilience through our work together.
01749 608487 View 01749 608487
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Gen Z Therapy - James Arnoldi MBACP
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I specialise in working with a generation of young people who often struggle with anxiety, poor self-esteem, loneliness and tech addiction, who need a supportive and non-judgemental space to navigate life's challenges. Following 10 years working in education from primary through to university age and a further three years as cofounder and coordinator of Lycée International de Londres's bilingual Peer Counselling Programme for Teens, I now draw upon my expertise in Embodied Systemic coaching, EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques), and child and adolescent counselling to help young people improve their emotional wellbeing.
I specialise in working with a generation of young people who often struggle with anxiety, poor self-esteem, loneliness and tech addiction, who need a supportive and non-judgemental space to navigate life's challenges. Following 10 years working in education from primary through to university age and a further three years as cofounder and coordinator of Lycée International de Londres's bilingual Peer Counselling Programme for Teens, I now draw upon my expertise in Embodied Systemic coaching, EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques), and child and adolescent counselling to help young people improve their emotional wellbeing.
01761 250931 View 01761 250931
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Adam Smith
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
My own journey to becoming a therapist began with the need to make sense of my own situations and self. The beliefs I had about myself and the world as I saw it, and the beliefs I had about how the world saw me. I bring lived experience of managing mental challenges and addictions. I understand that our unique life experiences shape how we think, feel, and relate to the world and one another. Amazing things unfold when humans, together, face the problems of living with openness and kindness and without pressure to perform. This is the essence of therapy.
My own journey to becoming a therapist began with the need to make sense of my own situations and self. The beliefs I had about myself and the world as I saw it, and the beliefs I had about how the world saw me. I bring lived experience of managing mental challenges and addictions. I understand that our unique life experiences shape how we think, feel, and relate to the world and one another. Amazing things unfold when humans, together, face the problems of living with openness and kindness and without pressure to perform. This is the essence of therapy.
01736 808738 View 01736 808738
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Hypnotherapy is a powerful calming therapy that helps you to change how you feel about yourself and your life.
Hi, I'm Sandra, a Clinical Hypnotherapist/psychotherapist who specialises in working with women going through peri/menopause. If you are struggling with poor sleep, hot flushes, anxiety and brain fog - which is impacting your ability to do your job or care for family - do get in touch! You might not find HRT useful or prefer not to take it. Menopause symptoms can leave you feeling pretty rubbish about yourself, wishing you could recapture the energy and focus you once had. Maybe you are in a professional role that you struggle to perform in? Or you worry that you are less attractive. Maybe you are in danger of midlife burnout?
Hypnotherapy is a powerful calming therapy that helps you to change how you feel about yourself and your life.
Hi, I'm Sandra, a Clinical Hypnotherapist/psychotherapist who specialises in working with women going through peri/menopause. If you are struggling with poor sleep, hot flushes, anxiety and brain fog - which is impacting your ability to do your job or care for family - do get in touch! You might not find HRT useful or prefer not to take it. Menopause symptoms can leave you feeling pretty rubbish about yourself, wishing you could recapture the energy and focus you once had. Maybe you are in a professional role that you struggle to perform in? Or you worry that you are less attractive. Maybe you are in danger of midlife burnout?
0117 325 5737 View 0117 325 5737
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Psychological Therapy in Practice - Dr Rosie
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes life can really get us down and it might seem difficult to see a way through. This could be due to: Feeling low, hopeless, lonely, or depressed * Feeling anxious or afraid * Suffering with stress at home and/or in the workplace * Suffering with a long term physical/ mental health condition * Experiencing relationship problems * Loss of a loved one through break-up, divorce, or death * Traumatic events in our past which are still troubling us and preventing us from moving forward * Wanting to change a behaviour (diet, exercise, smoking etc). I can help you to cope with, manage, and improve the issues you face.
Sometimes life can really get us down and it might seem difficult to see a way through. This could be due to: Feeling low, hopeless, lonely, or depressed * Feeling anxious or afraid * Suffering with stress at home and/or in the workplace * Suffering with a long term physical/ mental health condition * Experiencing relationship problems * Loss of a loved one through break-up, divorce, or death * Traumatic events in our past which are still troubling us and preventing us from moving forward * Wanting to change a behaviour (diet, exercise, smoking etc). I can help you to cope with, manage, and improve the issues you face.
07723 560186 View 07723 560186
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RT Counselling / Next Chapter Therapies
Counsellor, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Therapy offers an important step in discovering the world around us and finding our place in it. For some people, coming to therapy is a big step. It can take courage to identify a need to heal, recover or progress. My approach aims to ensure that you feel safe in the knowledge that you can trust the therapeutic process. Maintaining the core values of empathy, unconditional positive regard for you as well as congruence (being authentic), I also use other modes of therapy.
Therapy offers an important step in discovering the world around us and finding our place in it. For some people, coming to therapy is a big step. It can take courage to identify a need to heal, recover or progress. My approach aims to ensure that you feel safe in the knowledge that you can trust the therapeutic process. Maintaining the core values of empathy, unconditional positive regard for you as well as congruence (being authentic), I also use other modes of therapy.
01453 707401 View 01453 707401
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Jenny Morgan
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS6
Hello, I'm Jenny, an accredited CBT/REBT therapist based in Bristol, working in-person and online. My approach to providing therapy is to focus on equipping my clients to achieve their goals, and I'm a big believer in people’s ability to change their own situations once they're supported in doing so. I see my job as being to help my clients see the power and agency they have over how they experience their lives, where many feel stuck, helpless, or like 'victims of circumstance'. I'm especially interested in working with anxiety, OCD, and anger.
Hello, I'm Jenny, an accredited CBT/REBT therapist based in Bristol, working in-person and online. My approach to providing therapy is to focus on equipping my clients to achieve their goals, and I'm a big believer in people’s ability to change their own situations once they're supported in doing so. I see my job as being to help my clients see the power and agency they have over how they experience their lives, where many feel stuck, helpless, or like 'victims of circumstance'. I'm especially interested in working with anxiety, OCD, and anger.
01275 402783 View 01275 402783
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As an integrative psychotherapist, I utilise several therapeutic approaches, utilising their interventions to support you in achieving your goals. I meet each client as the unique individual you are. My focus is on finding the most beneficial way for you to achieve your outcomes. I'm here to help you get results not just to listen. I offer a safe, comfortable and protective environment in which we can explore concerns to do with your future, past or present that are affecting you. Therapy is about making sense of your internal world and relationships, nurturing a greater awareness of Self so you can form more meaningful connections.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I utilise several therapeutic approaches, utilising their interventions to support you in achieving your goals. I meet each client as the unique individual you are. My focus is on finding the most beneficial way for you to achieve your outcomes. I'm here to help you get results not just to listen. I offer a safe, comfortable and protective environment in which we can explore concerns to do with your future, past or present that are affecting you. Therapy is about making sense of your internal world and relationships, nurturing a greater awareness of Self so you can form more meaningful connections.
01392 321421 View 01392 321421
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Sally Ellis
Counsellor, BACP
Bristol BS8
Counselling Supervision as well as Face to face, Online via Zoom, or telephone Counselling and Hypnotherapy Sessions I also have a personal Therapy Room available for face to face sessions, and I can offer home visits if this is necessary, if you would like to discuss your personal requirements please message me and I will try to accomodate.
I'm a qualified counsellor, Supervisor & hypnotherapist working with individuals and couples, I work with Neurodivergence, LGBTQAI+ community, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships/Family difficulties, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Grief, Life changes/ Transitions. I offer a confidential, safe space for you to explore a variety of issues. I aim to develop a trusting relationship which is non-judgemental and wholly accepting you and your own way of navigating life. I am an integrative counsellor working from a person centred core .
Counselling Supervision as well as Face to face, Online via Zoom, or telephone Counselling and Hypnotherapy Sessions I also have a personal Therapy Room available for face to face sessions, and I can offer home visits if this is necessary, if you would like to discuss your personal requirements please message me and I will try to accomodate.
I'm a qualified counsellor, Supervisor & hypnotherapist working with individuals and couples, I work with Neurodivergence, LGBTQAI+ community, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships/Family difficulties, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Grief, Life changes/ Transitions. I offer a confidential, safe space for you to explore a variety of issues. I aim to develop a trusting relationship which is non-judgemental and wholly accepting you and your own way of navigating life. I am an integrative counsellor working from a person centred core .
0117 456 5379 View 0117 456 5379
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Mindscape Therapies Ltd
Verified Verified
Bristol BS6
I offer clinical hypnotherapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to children, adolescents and adults.
I am passionate about both hypnotherapy and EMDR - it's truly a privilege to support people to make progress which is often life changing! I'm continually updating my skills and as a HCPC registered occupational therapist, love working holistically and creatively, supporting your wellbeing in the broadest sense, and encouraging kindness and self compassion.
I offer clinical hypnotherapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to children, adolescents and adults.
I am passionate about both hypnotherapy and EMDR - it's truly a privilege to support people to make progress which is often life changing! I'm continually updating my skills and as a HCPC registered occupational therapist, love working holistically and creatively, supporting your wellbeing in the broadest sense, and encouraging kindness and self compassion.
0117 463 7184 View 0117 463 7184
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Richard Reid
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Online Only
With extensive experience across leading organisations such as The Priory, City of London Police, The Witness Protection Programme, and as Chief People Officer for a major offshore law firm, I bring a unique perspective on the support needs of professionals working at the highest levels. My practice focuses on working with corporate clients, blue-chip organisations, and senior executives who may benefit from discreet and tailored therapeutic support. I understand the pressures and complexities faced by those in demanding and high-profile roles, and offer a confidential space where issues can be explored with understanding.
With extensive experience across leading organisations such as The Priory, City of London Police, The Witness Protection Programme, and as Chief People Officer for a major offshore law firm, I bring a unique perspective on the support needs of professionals working at the highest levels. My practice focuses on working with corporate clients, blue-chip organisations, and senior executives who may benefit from discreet and tailored therapeutic support. I understand the pressures and complexities faced by those in demanding and high-profile roles, and offer a confidential space where issues can be explored with understanding.
020 4572 1394 View 020 4572 1394

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How does hypnotherapy work?
Hypnotherapy works by using guided hypnosis to help you reach a state of focus and concentration through mental imagery and soothing verbal repetition. The state is somewhat like being absorbed in a book, a film, or your own thoughts. You are not under a therapist’s “control,” but they can help you relax and turn your attention inward to discover the resources to achieve behaviour change or better manage psychological concerns. Therapy sessions may involve guiding you through recognising a problem, releasing problematic thoughts about it, and considering and accepting more productive alternatives before returning to normal awareness. Hypnotherapy is typically used by a therapist along with traditional forms of talk therapy. Eventually, your therapist can help you learn hypnotherapy techniques yourself, so you can establish a stronger sense of control on your own in stressful or challenging moments.

Is hypnotherapy the same as hypnosis?
Hypnotherapy, which is sometimes called hypnotic suggestion, is a therapeutic technique in which a therapist uses hypnosis to help patients. It is not the kind of hypnosis portrayed in stage shows, or in movies or on television. You will not be unconscious or asleep during hypnotherapy, you will not lose control of yourself, your thoughts, or your free will, and you will be able to fully recall your experience. And while you will hear your therapist’s suggestions, it is always up to you to decide whether to act on them. Hypnosis by a trained mental-health professional is not a form of mind control, which is impossible to achieve anyway.

Can everyone be hypnotised?
The most common challenge of hypnotherapy is that as many as one in four people cannot be hypnotised. Brain imaging has confirmed differences in patterns of brain connectivity between those who respond to hypnotism and those who do not. Other people who could potentially be hypnotised may not respond to the technique because of their scepticism or resistance to entering a hypnotic state. If a therapist’s “post-hypnotic suggestion” is effective, it’s because they are suggesting something you want to achieve.

Does hypnotherapy work?
Through hypnotherapy, you can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. Like other talk therapy techniques, when hypnotherapy succeeds, it’s a case of mind over matter. Effective hypnotherapy involves self-healing because you access resources you need to change inside of yourself and learn how to tap into them whenever you need. Hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, stress, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress disorder, sexual dysfunction, and undesirable behaviours like smoking. It can be used to help improve sleep or to address relationship challenges, and to aid with pain management, digestive disorders, skin conditions, and the gastrointestinal side effects of pregnancy or chemotherapy.