Anxiety Counselling in Alderley Edge

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Sally Rhodes
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
I specialise in empowering woman and helping them bring what they want into their lives. I can help you work on low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and much more. Having therapy is all about making positive change. Henry Ford once said “If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got”. It’s very easy to fall into the trap of doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. My priority is to guide you in changing your mindset, your perspective and your quality of life.
I specialise in empowering woman and helping them bring what they want into their lives. I can help you work on low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, and much more. Having therapy is all about making positive change. Henry Ford once said “If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got”. It’s very easy to fall into the trap of doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. My priority is to guide you in changing your mindset, your perspective and your quality of life.
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Dr Emma Solomon, Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
Waitlist for new clients
Anxious? Feeling bad about yourself? You're not alone. It's incredibly common to feel this way and I have helped thousands of people enjoy life again. Perhaps you have been running from your problems for a while - keeping busy focusing on work, or family? Now it's time for you. Whether you feel your issues are relatively recent, or you feel the cause is in your earlier life, I can help. It's important to take action if these issues are leaking into your energy or your relationships. Putting on a show that everything's great takes effort. Wouldn't it be great to feel good naturally?
Anxious? Feeling bad about yourself? You're not alone. It's incredibly common to feel this way and I have helped thousands of people enjoy life again. Perhaps you have been running from your problems for a while - keeping busy focusing on work, or family? Now it's time for you. Whether you feel your issues are relatively recent, or you feel the cause is in your earlier life, I can help. It's important to take action if these issues are leaking into your energy or your relationships. Putting on a show that everything's great takes effort. Wouldn't it be great to feel good naturally?
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Julia Summers Psychotherapist & Supervisor
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
I specialise in trauma, relationships, Codependency, narcissistic relationships, abuse, anxiety and self esteem issues.
Are you having problems with your relationship, family or friends? Maybe you are feeling dissatisfied, overwhelmed, guilty, upset or angry? Whatever feelings you have, it usually means pain for you in some way. Counselling isn’t just something people do when they are in crisis or at rock bottom, attending before problems snowball or get too overwhelming can help and save more pain in the long run.
I specialise in trauma, relationships, Codependency, narcissistic relationships, abuse, anxiety and self esteem issues.
Are you having problems with your relationship, family or friends? Maybe you are feeling dissatisfied, overwhelmed, guilty, upset or angry? Whatever feelings you have, it usually means pain for you in some way. Counselling isn’t just something people do when they are in crisis or at rock bottom, attending before problems snowball or get too overwhelming can help and save more pain in the long run.
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Zoë Ross
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9  (Online Only)
Are you a successful professional looking for support to recover from narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse and/or coercive control? Perhaps you are struggling to deal with constantly high levels of anxiety, difficulty managing your emotions and feeling like you're never good enough. You might still be coming to terms with the reality that you have suffered narcissistic abuse and are looking for someone who can help you to understand and break free from your past trauma so you can live the life you want to live.
Are you a successful professional looking for support to recover from narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse and/or coercive control? Perhaps you are struggling to deal with constantly high levels of anxiety, difficulty managing your emotions and feeling like you're never good enough. You might still be coming to terms with the reality that you have suffered narcissistic abuse and are looking for someone who can help you to understand and break free from your past trauma so you can live the life you want to live.
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Helen Jones CBT and EMDR Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9  (Online Only)
I work with a wide range of issues including post traumatic stress disorder ('PTSD') including complex childhood attachment trauma, psychosis, social anxiety, substance misuse, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder ('OCD') bi-polar affective disorder, generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder.
Hi, I’m Helen - a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist ('CBT') and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing ('EMDR') practitioner. I spent 15 years working within NHS mental health services. For the past 3 years, I have worked as a private practitioner. I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and an MSc in Applied Social Studies.
I work with a wide range of issues including post traumatic stress disorder ('PTSD') including complex childhood attachment trauma, psychosis, social anxiety, substance misuse, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder ('OCD') bi-polar affective disorder, generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder.
Hi, I’m Helen - a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist ('CBT') and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing ('EMDR') practitioner. I spent 15 years working within NHS mental health services. For the past 3 years, I have worked as a private practitioner. I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and an MSc in Applied Social Studies.
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Dr Zarina Prayag
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9  (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with clients with a range of difficulties, including low mood, self-esteem issues, worry, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship issues, trauma, psychosis, schizophrenia, and bipolar affective disorder. I have a special interest in working with clients with anxiety-related difficulties, and self-esteem and self-confidence issues. I am experienced in working with clients in the corporate sector, and people in sport. I also have experience working with clients with Asperger’s Syndrome, and adapt therapy to meet the needs of my clients.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with clients with a range of difficulties, including low mood, self-esteem issues, worry, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship issues, trauma, psychosis, schizophrenia, and bipolar affective disorder. I have a special interest in working with clients with anxiety-related difficulties, and self-esteem and self-confidence issues. I am experienced in working with clients in the corporate sector, and people in sport. I also have experience working with clients with Asperger’s Syndrome, and adapt therapy to meet the needs of my clients.
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Diane Swaine
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
I am a fully qualified, trusted and caring Psychotherapist and Counsellor who cares passionately about helping people deal with a variety of issues. I have spent over 25 years counselling clients through the challenges presented by problems such as high anxiety and low self esteem. The most important part of my work is helping people to find and address the root causes of these issues, which my warm and authentic approach lends itself to naturally. I am committed to confidentiality and place the safeguarding and wellbeing of my clients above all else.
I am a fully qualified, trusted and caring Psychotherapist and Counsellor who cares passionately about helping people deal with a variety of issues. I have spent over 25 years counselling clients through the challenges presented by problems such as high anxiety and low self esteem. The most important part of my work is helping people to find and address the root causes of these issues, which my warm and authentic approach lends itself to naturally. I am committed to confidentiality and place the safeguarding and wellbeing of my clients above all else.
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Maria Kenyon
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9  (Online Only)
If your depressed, anxious or both and feeling overwhelmed or underwhelmed, I'm here to provide a safe space to help you reach your goals. Sessions are tailored for you, the client, to meet your requirements and goals in your therapy journey. This can also include using EMDR. Helping you to become your own therapist to move forward in your life despite the obstacles that occur. I'm experienced in working with clients like you, who don't know how to move forward. I am experienced in delivering client centered therapy to help you reach your goals.
If your depressed, anxious or both and feeling overwhelmed or underwhelmed, I'm here to provide a safe space to help you reach your goals. Sessions are tailored for you, the client, to meet your requirements and goals in your therapy journey. This can also include using EMDR. Helping you to become your own therapist to move forward in your life despite the obstacles that occur. I'm experienced in working with clients like you, who don't know how to move forward. I am experienced in delivering client centered therapy to help you reach your goals.
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Sarah Savage
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
I am passionate in helping clients to take the right steps for them. I support you, to make a difference or find an acceptance in everyday life. I work with my clients in exploring the difficulties fears re experiencing and we work to gain an understanding of thoughts and feelings. Their emotional disturbance can be discussed and put in to perspective to help make changes to the unhealthy thought or behavioural patterns. Sometimes, addressing where the negative beliefs have originated from, helps to find the positive changes and overcomes the difficulties. Giving my clients a new awareness, growth and belief.
I am passionate in helping clients to take the right steps for them. I support you, to make a difference or find an acceptance in everyday life. I work with my clients in exploring the difficulties fears re experiencing and we work to gain an understanding of thoughts and feelings. Their emotional disturbance can be discussed and put in to perspective to help make changes to the unhealthy thought or behavioural patterns. Sometimes, addressing where the negative beliefs have originated from, helps to find the positive changes and overcomes the difficulties. Giving my clients a new awareness, growth and belief.
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Jo Barritt
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9  (Online Only)
I specialise in working with depression and loss, self compassion / critique, self worth, anxiety and emotional regulation.
Hi, I'm Jo, I'm a qualified counsellor and have many years of experience. I currently work for the NHS as well as in private practice.  I understand that sometimes we all need someone to talk to, life can become overwhelming, confusing, or distressing for anyone, for many different reasons.  This is where counselling, and I, can be useful.  Counselling can be just the place to untangle your thoughts and make sense of what is going on for you, and how you might like it to change. I recognise that everyone is different. We are all individuals, and I therefore believe that therapy should also be unique to you, and your experience.
I specialise in working with depression and loss, self compassion / critique, self worth, anxiety and emotional regulation.
Hi, I'm Jo, I'm a qualified counsellor and have many years of experience. I currently work for the NHS as well as in private practice.  I understand that sometimes we all need someone to talk to, life can become overwhelming, confusing, or distressing for anyone, for many different reasons.  This is where counselling, and I, can be useful.  Counselling can be just the place to untangle your thoughts and make sense of what is going on for you, and how you might like it to change. I recognise that everyone is different. We are all individuals, and I therefore believe that therapy should also be unique to you, and your experience.
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Lisa Woolfenden
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
Hello, my name is Lisa, I’m an accredited, experienced counsellor based in Knutsford, Cheshire. We have all faced times in our lives where we have encountered struggles, felt overwhelmed and maybe experiencing problems such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues or losing sense of who we are. You may have support from people around you and gain comfort from this, although sometimes what you may want to talk about may not be simply shared. This is when a talking to a professional counsellor may help to explore coping strategies and work together towards the results you may desire.
Hello, my name is Lisa, I’m an accredited, experienced counsellor based in Knutsford, Cheshire. We have all faced times in our lives where we have encountered struggles, felt overwhelmed and maybe experiencing problems such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues or losing sense of who we are. You may have support from people around you and gain comfort from this, although sometimes what you may want to talk about may not be simply shared. This is when a talking to a professional counsellor may help to explore coping strategies and work together towards the results you may desire.
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Donna Morgan
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
Welcome to my profile. I am delighted that you have taken the time to visit. I offer counselling services both online and face-to-face to address a range of issues such as stress, low self-esteem, anxiety, panic attacks and social anxiety. Anxiety is a common reason why people seek therapeutic support. If you are struggling with anxiety, I can help you manage your symptoms and transform your relationship with anxiety. Together, we will identify the most effective evidence-based interventions, such as CBT, EMDR, NLP and TFT.
Welcome to my profile. I am delighted that you have taken the time to visit. I offer counselling services both online and face-to-face to address a range of issues such as stress, low self-esteem, anxiety, panic attacks and social anxiety. Anxiety is a common reason why people seek therapeutic support. If you are struggling with anxiety, I can help you manage your symptoms and transform your relationship with anxiety. Together, we will identify the most effective evidence-based interventions, such as CBT, EMDR, NLP and TFT.
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Gina Zyla
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alderley Edge SK9
I work with those that have anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, loss or any other challenges such as work-related stress.
Hi I'm Gina and I have over 20 years frontline experience working with those who have experienced trauma and loss. Healing from trauma is a journey and it's important to go at a pace that's comfortable for you. I will provide a safe space for you to explore and process your experiences. You are not alone in this. Together, we will work on building coping strategies. Finding healthy ways to manage your emotions and reactions can make a significant difference in your life. Understanding how trauma and loss has affected you can be a powerful tool in moving forward. We can explore this in a way that feels safe for you.
I work with those that have anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, loss or any other challenges such as work-related stress.
Hi I'm Gina and I have over 20 years frontline experience working with those who have experienced trauma and loss. Healing from trauma is a journey and it's important to go at a pace that's comfortable for you. I will provide a safe space for you to explore and process your experiences. You are not alone in this. Together, we will work on building coping strategies. Finding healthy ways to manage your emotions and reactions can make a significant difference in your life. Understanding how trauma and loss has affected you can be a powerful tool in moving forward. We can explore this in a way that feels safe for you.
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Kay Glover Counselling and Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
With over 15 years' experience as a counsellor, I can offer a calm, safe space for you to explore your feelings and begin to make changes toward the life you would like. If you feel anxious, depressed, are suffering from PTSD or feel suicidal, have general low mood or feel that the time is right to seek support please contact me for an initial chat. I work with a person-centred approach, integrating other ways of working to suit your needs. I offer a free consultation so that you can find out if you would like to begin your journey with me. Free parking and disabled access. Face to face, telephone or online appointments.
With over 15 years' experience as a counsellor, I can offer a calm, safe space for you to explore your feelings and begin to make changes toward the life you would like. If you feel anxious, depressed, are suffering from PTSD or feel suicidal, have general low mood or feel that the time is right to seek support please contact me for an initial chat. I work with a person-centred approach, integrating other ways of working to suit your needs. I offer a free consultation so that you can find out if you would like to begin your journey with me. Free parking and disabled access. Face to face, telephone or online appointments.
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Christian Chalfont
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
The calming effects of fresh air and sunlight reduce stress and anxiety, while the physicality of outdoor movement can release endorphins, boosting your mood and overall well-being.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I provide a service that combines several therapeutic practices, all aimed towards helping you feel whole again. In recent years, my work has focused strongly on addiction, trauma and issues around sex and sexuality. I also have a particular focus on identity, self-worth and boundaries. We are what we think and what we think governs how we feel - our beliefs shape our reality. My role is to help you process and integrate whatever it is you are struggling with, supporting you on your journey to improved mental and emotional wellbeing.
The calming effects of fresh air and sunlight reduce stress and anxiety, while the physicality of outdoor movement can release endorphins, boosting your mood and overall well-being.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I provide a service that combines several therapeutic practices, all aimed towards helping you feel whole again. In recent years, my work has focused strongly on addiction, trauma and issues around sex and sexuality. I also have a particular focus on identity, self-worth and boundaries. We are what we think and what we think governs how we feel - our beliefs shape our reality. My role is to help you process and integrate whatever it is you are struggling with, supporting you on your journey to improved mental and emotional wellbeing.
01707 246855 View 01707 246855
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Ultraliving
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9  (Online Only)
Hi I'm Susie. I believe that relationships are really important. We encounter lots of different relationships over the course of our lives: friends, siblings, parents, bosses, co-workers…and then there’s the relationship we have with ourselves. Our unique life experiences inform our thoughts, feelings and behaviours; and sometimes we can get stuck in outdated patterns. Common mental health conditions such as: depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, and addiction, are often symptoms of the effects of adverse life experiences. Treating the underlying causes of whichever symptoms are affecting you can dramatically reduce their impact.
Hi I'm Susie. I believe that relationships are really important. We encounter lots of different relationships over the course of our lives: friends, siblings, parents, bosses, co-workers…and then there’s the relationship we have with ourselves. Our unique life experiences inform our thoughts, feelings and behaviours; and sometimes we can get stuck in outdated patterns. Common mental health conditions such as: depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, and addiction, are often symptoms of the effects of adverse life experiences. Treating the underlying causes of whichever symptoms are affecting you can dramatically reduce their impact.
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SW Virtual Psychology- Dr Sophia Williams
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.
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Mind over Matter (NW)
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
I can help if you are experiencing anxiety, social anxieties and depression, I have a range of experience with various disabilities.
Hi, I'm Sharon, I'm a caring, experienced Accredited Professional Integrative Counsellor/Therapist. I work with young people & adults using Person-Centred approaches and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Skills and Theory, (CBT). If you are struggling with yourself, loneliness, relationships, feeling anxious or down, it can be difficult. I am very experienced & can help connect with what you are feeling, using strategies which can help increase your self-esteem, self-worth and confidence.
I can help if you are experiencing anxiety, social anxieties and depression, I have a range of experience with various disabilities.
Hi, I'm Sharon, I'm a caring, experienced Accredited Professional Integrative Counsellor/Therapist. I work with young people & adults using Person-Centred approaches and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Skills and Theory, (CBT). If you are struggling with yourself, loneliness, relationships, feeling anxious or down, it can be difficult. I am very experienced & can help connect with what you are feeling, using strategies which can help increase your self-esteem, self-worth and confidence.
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Tina M Leniuk-Wright
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Alderley Edge SK9
One of the most difficult parts of the therapeutic process is taking that first step – deciding to talk to someone. The counselling that I offer provides a safe, confidential space for clients to explore difficult issues, obstacles, choices, and aspirations. I work in a psychosynthetic context that within each individual there exists both a personality (patterns of behaviour) as well as a spiritual aspect (our innate potential) encompassing work at the levels of mind and thinking, body and feeling, spirit and purpose. In our personal and professional lives each of us is a Self that is both divine and human.
One of the most difficult parts of the therapeutic process is taking that first step – deciding to talk to someone. The counselling that I offer provides a safe, confidential space for clients to explore difficult issues, obstacles, choices, and aspirations. I work in a psychosynthetic context that within each individual there exists both a personality (patterns of behaviour) as well as a spiritual aspect (our innate potential) encompassing work at the levels of mind and thinking, body and feeling, spirit and purpose. In our personal and professional lives each of us is a Self that is both divine and human.
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Dr Hannah E. Taylor
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alderley Edge SK9
I am committed to working with clients who are struggling with their emotional wellbeing. These difficulties can cause difficulties in relationships, at work and on a person's experiences of connecting with themselves and the world around them. I work sensitively and supportively with clients who have experienced a number of difficult life experiences including grief, trauma, relationship difficulties to name but a few. I can help you to feel like you develop a better more compassionate understanding of yourself and help you to feel like you are moving forward in life rather than feeling stuck and directionless.
I am committed to working with clients who are struggling with their emotional wellbeing. These difficulties can cause difficulties in relationships, at work and on a person's experiences of connecting with themselves and the world around them. I work sensitively and supportively with clients who have experienced a number of difficult life experiences including grief, trauma, relationship difficulties to name but a few. I can help you to feel like you develop a better more compassionate understanding of yourself and help you to feel like you are moving forward in life rather than feeling stuck and directionless.
01625 380522 View 01625 380522

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Anxiety Counsellors

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.