Sports Anxiety for Children Hypnotherapy Brisbane

Clive Westwood provides calm, child-friendly hypnotherapy support for children who feel nervous, worried or overwhelmed when playing sport.

Practising hypnotherapy since 2013, Clive offers private one-to-one appointments from Room 9 at Perfect Wellness, 148 Arthur Terrace, Red Hill QLD 4059.

Some children enjoy training but become very anxious before a game. Others worry about making mistakes, being yelled at, disappointing their team, getting hurt or being watched by parents and other people. These feelings can take the fun out of sport and may lead a child to avoid playing altogether.

Sessions are tailored to your child’s age, personality, sport and goals.

Support for children with sports nerves and confidence

Hypnotherapy may support children who experience:

• Nerves before games, matches, races or competitions

• Fear of making a mistake

• Worry about letting down a parent, coach or team

• Anxiety about being watched

• Fear of being shouted at by a coach or teammate

• Crying, freezing or wanting to quit before sport

• Difficulty concentrating during a game

• Feeling upset or angry after an error

• Low confidence after a loss or poor performance

• Worry about team selection or trying a new sport

• Fear of getting injured or returning after an injury

• Anxiety about martial arts, swimming, football, netball, gymnastics or other activities

The aim is to help your child feel more settled, confident and able to enjoy their sport. It is not about putting pressure on them to win or perform perfectly.

Helping children enjoy sport again

Children often need to know that it is okay to feel nervous and make mistakes. A session can help them build a more helpful response to big feelings before and during sport.

The work is adapted to your child’s understanding and uses a gentle, encouraging approach. Your child is not criticised, pushed or shamed.

A parent or guardian is involved in arranging the appointment, while the child is given space to share what they are comfortable sharing.

What happens in a child’s hypnotherapy session?

The session begins by discussing your child’s sport, the situations that make them nervous and what they would like to feel or do differently.

Hypnotherapy does not involve touch, medication or physical procedures. Your child remains aware, can hear what is being said and stays in control throughout the session.

Why choose Clive Westwood Hypnotherapy?

• Practising hypnotherapy since 2013

• Brisbane clinic appointments in Red Hill

• Works with children, teenagers and adults

• Clinical Member of the Australian Hypnotherapy Association

• Featured on Today Tonight, 9 News, ABC Radio and 2GB Radio

• Recognised by ThreeBestRated and Quality Business Awards

• Calm, private and non-judgmental one-to-one support

• Sessions tailored to your child’s goals, experiences and pace

• Extensive free hypnosis and guided-meditation resources available online

• Google reviews and video testimonials from real clients are available to view

Children’s sports anxiety hypnotherapy in Red Hill, Brisbane

The clinic is located in Room 9 at Perfect Wellness, 148 Arthur Terrace, Red Hill QLD 4059. Families visit from Red Hill, Paddington, Ashgrove, Kelvin Grove, Herston, Newmarket, Wilston, Windsor, Grange, Alderley, Bardon, Auchenflower, Milton, Toowong, Taringa, Spring Hill, Fortitude Valley, New Farm and Brisbane CBD.

Frequently asked questions

Can hypnotherapy help children with sports anxiety?

Hypnotherapy may help children work on competition nerves, confidence, focus and their response to mistakes. Sessions are tailored to the individual child and their sport. Results vary and cannot be guaranteed.

My child wants to play sport but gets upset before every game. Can this help?

Some children want to participate but become very anxious beforehand. The session can focus on the worries behind the anxiety and help them develop a calmer, more confident approach.

Can hypnotherapy help with fear of making mistakes?

Yes. Fear of making a mistake is a common reason children lose confidence in sport. Sessions may focus on helping the child see mistakes as part of learning, rather than something to fear.

Can this help if my child is scared of their coach or teammates?

A child may feel anxious if they fear criticism, shouting or judgment from others. This can be discussed sensitively, with a focus on confidence and emotional safety. If there are concerns about bullying, unsafe behaviour or inappropriate conduct, speak directly with the club, school or relevant authority.

Does this suit all sports?

Sessions can be tailored to many activities, including team sports, martial arts, swimming, gymnastics, athletics, football, rugby, netball, tennis and more.

Will my child be asleep or out of control?

No. Hypnosis is not sleep. Your child remains aware and in control throughout the session.

Does a parent need to attend?

A parent or legal guardian is involved in arranging the appointment. The best arrangement can be discussed beforehand based on your child’s age, comfort and needs.

How many sessions will my child need?

This varies depending on the child, their goals and the level of anxiety they experience. No specific number of sessions or outcome can be guaranteed.

Are reviews and video testimonials available?

Yes. Google reviews and video testimonials from real clients are available to view. Every child and situation is different, so testimonials are not a guarantee of a particular result.

Book a private appointment

If sports anxiety is affecting your child’s confidence or enjoyment, book a private appointment with Clive Westwood in Red Hill, Brisbane.

You can also explore free hypnosis and guided-meditation resources online for confidence, relaxation, anxiety and performance focus.

Hypnotherapy is not a replacement for medical, psychological or emergency care. Individual results vary, and no outcome can be guaranteed.