Somewhere to Talk Therapy Weston Super Mare

04/06/2026

In Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, we often use stories and metaphors.

Metaphors can sometimes help us to ‘picture’ abstract concepts. Imagine a feeling of being stuck in life, perhaps an image of coming across a fallen tree blocking your path and then finding a another route that takes you past the obstacle, maybe the views on this new route are rather lovely….

Another reason we use them is that a carefully chosen metaphor creates clarity for our client as hypnotherapy isn’t about the hypnotherapist telling the client what to do. It’s about helping the client find the ‘headspace’ to let their own mind do its magical thing of people finding the perfect personal solutions for themselves.

Perhaps if a person is feeling hurt and sad we might use a metaphor (amongst other things) of a broken vase that’s carefully mended in the Japanese style called Kintsugi, beautifully repairing the vase by glueing each piece back together with precious metals, maybe gold. When the repair is finished the vase is whole, different, and beautiful.

Would you like to try hypnotherapy to help you reach your goals? Feel free to contact one of us for further information.

02/06/2026

What is stress?

Stress is a response to challenge, change, uncertainty or demand and we have the ability to be stressed to help us cope with difficult situations so, in small amounts, it can even be useful. Stress can help us focus, react quickly, prepare for an exam, meet a deadline or rise to an important occasion.

However when the demands we face begin to outweigh our capacity to cope, because life can become overwhelming at times, maybe because we have been carrying worries, responsibilities or uncertainty for a long time without enough opportunity to rest and recover.

How do we know if we’re too stressed?

Some people describe common experiences, feeling anxious, exhausted, fed up or maybe getting cross about something that wouldn’t normally bother you. The best way to know if you’re too stressed is to remember you are the expert in you, you’re the best judge, trust yourself to know what’s best for you.

Stress is not a sign of weakness, think of it as information.

What might help with stress?

Relaxation skills, mindfulness, time in nature, exercise, talking things through with supportive people and making space for rest can all help.

And if stress is beginning to feel overwhelming, hypnotherapy or mindfulness may be useful ways of helping you reconnect with a sense of calm, balance and perspective.

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10/04/2026

NOTE FROM TED: While some viewers may find this helpful as a complementary approach, please do not look to this talk as a substitute for medical advice. Some...

10/04/2026

Feeling stretched, overwhelmed, and squeezed from every angle? Feeling like there’s zero time for you - so naturally, prioritising yourself drops straight to the bottom of the pile?

Well, let me tell you…

These are exactly the moments when prioritising YOU matters most.

That walk with a friend.
That bath with a book.
That bit of exercise.

Now, more than ever, those things need to be at the top of the list.

Because how can we possibly manage everything that comes with being a carer when we’re running on empty?

Keep topping up that bucket.

09/04/2026

5.0 ⭐ · Mental health service in Hutton, England

04/04/2026

Dear Caregivers,

Lower the bar this Easter. Then lower it again.

Joy lives in the small stuff.

🐣

02/04/2026

https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/articles/anxiety-in-everyday-life-why-it-happens-and-what-helps

Anxiety can show up in small, everyday moments. Learn why it happens and explore simple, supportive ways to feel more at ease.