Young female actor preparing for stage performance — therapy for stage fright

Master Your Mind for Peak Stage Confidence

Struggling with audition nerves, gig anxiety, or stage fright before stepping into the spotlight? Whether you're an actor, musician, or creative performer, anxiety can disrupt your focus, enjoyment, and confidence on stage.

I’m Neil Sunley, a 20 year + qualified hypnotherapist, performance psychology consultant, and Spotlight actor. I work with performers across the UK through private online sessions to help you overcome anxiety, manage pressure, and perform with presence.

What I Help With...

Stage fright & performance anxiety

Audition nerves & confidence crashes

Musical performance stress & gig panic

Public speaking fear for creatives

Overthinking & emotional burnout

Actors in rehearsal preparing with focus and confidence – performance mindset coaching

How I Help...

I combine performance psychology with solution-focused therapy and modern hypnotherapy to help you break the anxiety loop. Through our work together, you'll learn to:

  • Reframe your mindset under pressure
  • Rebuild focus and calm
  • Reclaim your performance confidence

Techniques to get you to peak performance...

  • 🧠 Hypnotherapy for stage fright
  • 🛠️ CBT strategies to manage nerves
  • 🎭 Mental rehearsal for auditions, gigs or castings
  • 🎤 Confidence training for actors & musicians
  • 🌬️ Breathwork and reset tools for peak state
Perform at Your Best - Free Consultation
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Neil Sunley | Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist & Trained Actor

Struggling with stage fright, creative anxiety, or performance nerves? As a solution-focused hypnotherapist and trained actor, I specialise in a goal-oriented, evidence-based approach that helps you regain control and perform at your best — fast.

With over 20 years of experience in hypnotherapy, CBT, and performance psychology — and real-world experience on stage and screen as a Spotlight-listed actor — I help performers rewire unhelpful thought patterns, build confidence, and stay calm under pressure.

✅ Certified in Clinical Hypnotherapy
✅ MSc studies in Psychology & CBT (including ACT)
✅ Science-based, measurable techniques for fast results
✅ Trusted by performers and creatives UK-wide
✅ Rated Best in East Yorkshire | 5-Star Google Reviews

“My approach is practical, results-driven, and designed to help you perform with clarity, calm, and confidence.” – Neil Sunley

Testimonials

“Neil helped me turn stage fright into fuel. I now perform on stage with enjoyment and focus instead of fear.”
Rob C, Musician, Yorkshire ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"You must try this hypnotherapist!
I have been amazed at the transformation.
This is the therapy I was looking for all of my life and my gratitude is endless.
I want to share this with you and let you know, This does work!"

-Abigale G, Public Facing, Northern England ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Neil is incredible at what he does. I had a few sessions to help with confidence and anxiety and the shift in myself that has come following those is truly amazing. Highly recommended!"

- Sarah J, Public Facing, England ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐