When fear of flying began to control every trip and opportunity, Penny felt trapped. With structured hypnotherapy, they rediscovered calm confidence, not just in the sky, but in everyday life too.
Before We Started Working Together
When Penny first contacted me, they’d spent years avoiding flights. Even the idea of booking a ticket brought on waves of anxiety. They dreamed of exploring new places and visiting family abroad, yet fear always stood in the way.
When Fear Took Control
Flying wasn’t just uncomfortable for Penny, it was terrifying. In the days leading up to a trip, they’d experience sleepless nights, shaking hands, and a pounding heart. Watching a plane on TV was enough to make their stomach tighten. The thought of being trapped mid-air made travel feel impossible.
Where the Fear Came From
At our initial chat, we uncovered that the fear began after a stressful flight experience. Each time Penny avoided travelling, their mind learned to equate safety with staying on the ground. Over time, the subconscious paired flying with panic, until even the idea of it triggered a physical stress response.
How It Affected Everyday Life
This fear didn’t stay confined to airports. It began influencing everything. Penny turned down business trips, missed holidays, and felt stuck while others explored the world. Confidence drained away, replaced by a constant undercurrent of anxiety. They described feeling “trapped by my own thoughts.”
What They Were Missing Out On
Every postponed flight meant lost opportunities, not just professionally, but personally. The fear was stealing more than travel; it was stealing freedom. Penny longed for the joy of spontaneous adventure with their partner and the simple ability to say “yes” to new experiences.
Our Plan for Change
Together, we designed a three-session programme combining hypnotherapy and NLP techniques.
- Session One: We created a “safe place” visualisation and taught calm breathing techniques to regulate the nervous system.
- Session Two: We used the NLP Fast Phobia Cure to dissolve old fear patterns and replace them with calm neutrality.
- Session Three: We rehearsed an entire flight under hypnosis, helping the mind associate flying with ease and confidence.
This approach empowered Penny to feel in control, both on the plane and in daily life.
A New Calm and Confidence
By the third session, the difference was remarkable. Penny described feeling calm, even when imagining take-off. When their real flight arrived, they boarded without panic and enjoyed the view from the window.
“I feel significantly calmer, more mindful, and in control of my emotional responses. Katina taught me techniques that not only helped with flying but also with everyday stress.”
The change extended far beyond travel. Penny now handles everyday challenges with ease and describes the experience as “life-changing.”
Final Thoughts
Penny’s journey is proof that phobias don’t define us. They’re simply patterns the mind has learned. With the right guidance, those patterns can be rewritten into calm, confidence, and freedom.
If fear or anxiety is holding you back from something important, let’s change that together.
Book your free discovery call and begin your journey toward freedom today. Call Katina on (01502) 587341 or 07847 552 390.
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