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Passionate, caring and friendly Hypnotherapist striving to help others realise their true potential Do you suffer with depression, anger or low moods?

My name is Steph Waters and I'm a Clinical Hypnotherapist specialising in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy in Bristol and Online. This is a very positive therapy which has been clinically researched and proven to be extremely effective whilst also being a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Do you find yourself constantly fighting stress and anxiety? Do you suffer from panic attacks or confidence and

self esteem issues? Is your sleep pattern all over the place? Do you feel a lack of motivation, concentration and decision making? Or maybe you're having relationship problems or struggling to cope with major life events. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy can help you with all of these problems and more.Taking the first step is sometimes the hardest part, but once you've taken that first step you definitely won't regret it! :)

01/05/2026

Something I often see, is how past experiences don’t just stay in the past, they quietly shape how we think, feel, and respond in the present.

Old wounds can show up as anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, or emotional reactions that feel bigger than the situation in front of you. And sometimes, you don’t even realise it’s connected to something that happened a long time ago.

But what once helped you cope back then, may no longer be serving you now.

That’s where approaches like hypnotherapy and EMDR can be really powerful. They work to gently desensitise the emotional charge attached to past experiences, so you can respond with rationality and poise in the present.

It doesn’t erase what you’ve been through, but it helps you change how you view these past experiences. Almost with a sense of detachment.

And when that weight starts to lift, you’re able to move forward with more clarity, more calm, and a lot less emotional burden.

So if you would like some extra help in this area, feel free to get in touch. I would love to help you too.

Steph 😊✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy.
Based In Bristol & Online

29/04/2026

One of the more subtle things you start to realise over time, is that not everyone in your life will continue to be right for you… even if they once felt important.

Not everyone is meant to grow with you. Not everyone deserves continued access to you.

If someone consistently brings negativity, drains your energy, or causes you pain, it’s okay to take a step back. That’s not cold, and it’s not selfish, it’s necessary.

Protecting your peace isn’t something you should feel guilty about.

The right people will add value, support your growth and lift you up 💚

Sometimes the most important step forward is the one where you create a little distance.

I hope you found this helpful today. For regular, advice, tips and general positivity, please like or follow my page.

Steph 😊✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy.
Based in Bristol & Online

27/04/2026

I often talk to my clients about how important it is to notice and to genuinely appreciate, the positives in the normal, everyday stuff…

It’s easy to wait for the big moments to feel grateful, motivated, or happy… but most of life isn’t made up of big moments.

It’s the quiet routines. The normal days. The small, almost forgettable things.

A good cup of coffee. A message from someone you care about. Getting through something you didn’t feel like doing. A bit of sunshine showing up at the right time.

If you can train yourself to notice the positives in those everyday moments, everything starts to shift. You don’t need life to be extraordinary to feel good, you just need to stop overlooking what’s already there.

For me at the moment, I have so much appreciation for the blossom tree in my garden. I see it when I open my curtains in the morning and when I'm working in my practice. I know the bloom won't last long, which makes it even more special, especially on a sunny day...

What small things are bringing you joy at the moment?

Steph 😊✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy.
Based in Bristol & Online

25/04/2026

For those of you that need to hear this today...

Be proud of who you are… and how far you’ve come. Be proud of everything you've overcome to get to this point

Every challenge, every lesson, every step… it’s all shaped you.

You don’t need to have it all figured out to be moving forward.

Keep growing.
Keep learning.
Keep becoming better… in your own way, at your own pace.

That’s more than enough 💛

Steph ☺✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in Bristol, BS16, BS30 & Online

22/04/2026

Having boundaries in place is essential for our wellbeing and inner peace.

Saying no isn’t rude… it’s protective.
Taking time for yourself isn’t selfish… it’s necessary.
Not over-explaining yourself isn’t cold… it’s self-respect.

We’re often taught to keep the peace, to keep others happy, to avoid disappointing people… However, that shouldn't be at the expense of yourself.

Because every time you ignore your own needs to please someone else, it costs you something;

Your energy.
Your time.
Your wellbeing.
Your peace.

Boundaries aren’t about shutting people out…they’re more about looking after yourself properly and as a priority.

And the right people will understand that. You don’t need to feel guilty for protecting your peace 💛

I really hope you found this helpful today. If you would like some extra support in this area, I would love to hear from you.

Steph 😊✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy.
Based in Bristol, BS16, BS30 & Online.

20/04/2026

Apologising isn’t always easy.

It means putting your ego to one side.
Admitting you might have got it wrong.
Allowing yourself to be seen in a more vulnerable way.

And sometimes… there’s that fear it won’t land well.
That it might be rejected, misunderstood, or not received how you hoped.

But the thing is, apologising isn’t about being weak, it’s about being honest.
It’s about being true to yourself, rather than digging your heels in just to be “right”.

Because holding onto stubbornness might protect your pride in the moment…
but it can cost you connection in the long run.

And more importantly, it can take you away from the kind of person you actually want to be.

Owning your part, where needed, takes strength.
It shows self-awareness.
It shows growth.

And even if it doesn’t land perfectly… you’ll know you acted in a way that aligns with you.

And that's what truly matters 💛

I hope you found this useful today, for more tips, advice and general positivity, please like or follow my page.

Steph ☺✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in Bristol, BS16, BS30 & Online.

15/04/2026

If you’ve been feeling like you could do with some extra support lately… you’re not alone.

You don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Sometimes it’s just about having the space to talk things through, understand yourself better, and find ways to feel calmer and more in control.

If that’s something you’ve been thinking about, this might be your sign to reach out 💛

Steph ☺
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, psychotherapy and EMDR therapy
Based in Bristol, BS16, BS30 & Online

13/04/2026

Not everything needs a reaction.

💚Not every message needs analysing.
💚Not every situation needs solving.
💚Not every thought needs your attention.

Peace often comes from what you choose to leave alone. ✨

11/04/2026

Confidence isn’t always loud.

It’s not always walking into a room and owning it.

Sometimes it’s much quieter than that.

💚 It’s saying what you actually think.
💚 Setting a boundary without over-explaining.
💚 Making a decision and trusting it.

It’s choosing to be yourself… even when that feels uncomfortable.

That’s real confidence.💚

09/04/2026

Ever noticed how hard you can be on yourself… over things you’d completely understand in someone else?

You make a mistake → you beat yourself up
You get something wrong → you overthink it
You’re not “on form” → you question yourself

But if it was a friend? You’d be kind. Supportive. Encouraging.

That voice in your head doesn’t have to be so harsh.

Try speaking to yourself the way you would someone you care about.

It makes a bigger difference than you think 💛

Steph ☺
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in Bristol, BS16, BS30 & Online

07/04/2026

✨ If you feel you would benefit from some extra help and support, please reach out.
I would love to help you too.

Steph ☺️
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in Bristol, BS16, BS30 & Online

04/04/2026

To all the parents out there…
I speak to so many parents who quietly question themselves, and I'll admit I am one of them at times. 🙋‍♀️

As a parent of a teenager and an 8-year-old, I can honestly say… we all get it wrong sometimes.

We lose patience.
We second guess ourselves.
We wonder if we handled things the “right” way.

And that quiet voice creeps in…
“Am I messing up my kids?”

Mum guilt (and parent guilt in general) is very real. And it can be heavy. Because when you care as much as we do, it’s easy to feel like you should have all the answers.

But here’s something important to remember…

You don’t have to be a perfect parent.

Children don’t need perfection.
They need love, support, guidance, and consistency.
And someone who is there for them, even on the harder days.

They need to feel safe, seen, and understood… not raised by someone who never gets it wrong.

Because part of growing up is seeing that mistakes happen… and that they can be worked through.

And those moments where we get it wrong?
They’re opportunities to model honesty, to show that it’s okay to make mistakes and move forward.

So if you find yourself questioning things, take a step back for a moment. And if you care, and you’re doing your best with what you have, that already counts for more than you probably give yourself credit for.

And that matters more than getting it “right” all the time 💛

Keep Smiling,

Steph 😊✨
Calm Waters Hypnotherapy, Psychotherapy & EMDR therapy
Based in Bristol, BS16, BS30 and Online

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Shortwood Road
Pucklechurch
BS169PL

Telephone

+447976984169

Website

http://www.calmwatershypnotherapy.com/

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