Anxiety Counselling in Felixstowe

Photo of Donna Gibson | The Bridge Counselling Service, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Donna Gibson | The Bridge Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Felixstowe IP11
Take that first step and email today - I'm looking forward to meeting you. Do you need help because you’re not feeling ok? Are you feeling anxious, low in mood, stressed, fed up and tired? I help people who feel like you to talk about what’s going on in their lives, how they’re feeling and how this affects their day to day. Being able to talk can feel like releasing a pressure valve or that a weight has being lifted from your shoulders. Work with me and together we’ll discover your own resources for self-healing and you can start the journey to feeling happier with life.
Take that first step and email today - I'm looking forward to meeting you. Do you need help because you’re not feeling ok? Are you feeling anxious, low in mood, stressed, fed up and tired? I help people who feel like you to talk about what’s going on in their lives, how they’re feeling and how this affects their day to day. Being able to talk can feel like releasing a pressure valve or that a weight has being lifted from your shoulders. Work with me and together we’ll discover your own resources for self-healing and you can start the journey to feeling happier with life.
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Photo of Patience Gwara - Cottage Garden Counselling, Psychotherapist in Felixstowe, England
Patience Gwara - Cottage Garden Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
'Are you feeling Depressed? Is the feeling of Anxiety getting in the way of your happiness? Do you find Relationships difficult or simply need to understand yourself better? As your Counsellor I will listen attentively to understand your process and value you positively as a person. My aim is to help you explore your feelings, thoughts and personal experience to help you move forward. Throughout our therapeutic relationship, you will learn about yourself and be able to identify any obstacles that are preventing you to reach your full potential. Remember, there is no shame in seeking counselling and taking your well-being seriously.
'Are you feeling Depressed? Is the feeling of Anxiety getting in the way of your happiness? Do you find Relationships difficult or simply need to understand yourself better? As your Counsellor I will listen attentively to understand your process and value you positively as a person. My aim is to help you explore your feelings, thoughts and personal experience to help you move forward. Throughout our therapeutic relationship, you will learn about yourself and be able to identify any obstacles that are preventing you to reach your full potential. Remember, there is no shame in seeking counselling and taking your well-being seriously.
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Photo of Liz Cutting, Psychotherapist in Felixstowe, England
Liz Cutting
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
We all experience life challenges that can cause us anxiety and depression. Perhaps you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma/ PTSD, bereavement or unresolved childhood issues. My psychotherapy and counselling practice will provide an effective way of helping you try to understand some of your thoughts and emotions in a safe therapeutic space, which will be confidential, non-judgmental and empathetic. Sharing our feelings can leave us feeling vulnerable. I can help you work through this to enable you to process some of your emotional pain or trauma. Sessions last 50 mins. Free 20, min. initial consultation.
We all experience life challenges that can cause us anxiety and depression. Perhaps you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma/ PTSD, bereavement or unresolved childhood issues. My psychotherapy and counselling practice will provide an effective way of helping you try to understand some of your thoughts and emotions in a safe therapeutic space, which will be confidential, non-judgmental and empathetic. Sharing our feelings can leave us feeling vulnerable. I can help you work through this to enable you to process some of your emotional pain or trauma. Sessions last 50 mins. Free 20, min. initial consultation.
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Photo of Kevin Ellis, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Kevin Ellis
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Felixstowe IP11
Are you feeling anxious or suffering from a low mood? Perhaps you are experiencing relationship problems or struggling to understand yourself? Having a safe, supportive space where you can explore these issues can be a useful way of developing your self-awareness and becoming a more well-rounded person. I work with individuals who are over 18 and who wish to explore their challenging emotions. For an informal chat about counselling and what it can offer, please give me a call. There is no obligation to continue and I am happy to help. My private practice is based in Ipswich and off-road parking is available.
Are you feeling anxious or suffering from a low mood? Perhaps you are experiencing relationship problems or struggling to understand yourself? Having a safe, supportive space where you can explore these issues can be a useful way of developing your self-awareness and becoming a more well-rounded person. I work with individuals who are over 18 and who wish to explore their challenging emotions. For an informal chat about counselling and what it can offer, please give me a call. There is no obligation to continue and I am happy to help. My private practice is based in Ipswich and off-road parking is available.
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Photo of Melissa Jones, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Melissa Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
If you're feeling like you need someone to talk to and someone to really listen to you, feel free to contact me. Relationship sits at the heart of my practice and together we can work to help you find a way through any difficulties you may be facing by giving you the time and space to explore any unhelpful thoughts, feelings and behaviours. My aim is for you to feel empowered and safe within your own life and to feel seen and heard as you work towards the positive changes you are seeking.
If you're feeling like you need someone to talk to and someone to really listen to you, feel free to contact me. Relationship sits at the heart of my practice and together we can work to help you find a way through any difficulties you may be facing by giving you the time and space to explore any unhelpful thoughts, feelings and behaviours. My aim is for you to feel empowered and safe within your own life and to feel seen and heard as you work towards the positive changes you are seeking.
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Photo of Kerry O'Shaughnessy, Psychotherapist in Felixstowe, England
Kerry O'Shaughnessy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
Sometimes we lose sight of ourselves and need a little help reconnecting, sometimes we become lost and sometimes we have that familiar experience of ‘why is this happening to me again?’. How we used to relate to ourselves and to others may not be working quite so well now. The defences we have in place to protect us can get in the way and do not work quite like they used to. Being human can be tough and it can be hard to see the wood for the trees. To have someone walk alongside, wherever the path may lead, can be a truly transformative process.
Sometimes we lose sight of ourselves and need a little help reconnecting, sometimes we become lost and sometimes we have that familiar experience of ‘why is this happening to me again?’. How we used to relate to ourselves and to others may not be working quite so well now. The defences we have in place to protect us can get in the way and do not work quite like they used to. Being human can be tough and it can be hard to see the wood for the trees. To have someone walk alongside, wherever the path may lead, can be a truly transformative process.
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Photo of Anita Jane Counselling, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Anita Jane Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
Welcome! As an integrative counsellor, I draw upon a number of theories and styles to support you, enabling me to work in the best possible way to suit your personal needs. Despite, however, different theories and styles, it is the 'relationship' between us which has been found to be the most important factor in facilitating change. I aim to provide a warm, non-judgemental and empathic relationship, which is based upon trust and sensitivity, to help you to explore your concerns and to be able to gain awareness and understanding of yourself through the process.
Welcome! As an integrative counsellor, I draw upon a number of theories and styles to support you, enabling me to work in the best possible way to suit your personal needs. Despite, however, different theories and styles, it is the 'relationship' between us which has been found to be the most important factor in facilitating change. I aim to provide a warm, non-judgemental and empathic relationship, which is based upon trust and sensitivity, to help you to explore your concerns and to be able to gain awareness and understanding of yourself through the process.
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Photo of Judith Goldsmith, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Judith Goldsmith
Counsellor, MHGI
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
I am a fully qualified Human Givens Therapist. I have over 20 year's experience working in health and social care settings with both individuals and families. My training in Human Givens psychotherapy enables me to help people with a range of conditions. I work to help clients feel better fast and in as few sessions as possible. I am passionate about listening to my clients, understanding the world from their perspective and helping them to build resilience and find solutions to life's challenges. I believe that everyone has the capacity to make changes and reach their full potential whatever their current difficulties.
I am a fully qualified Human Givens Therapist. I have over 20 year's experience working in health and social care settings with both individuals and families. My training in Human Givens psychotherapy enables me to help people with a range of conditions. I work to help clients feel better fast and in as few sessions as possible. I am passionate about listening to my clients, understanding the world from their perspective and helping them to build resilience and find solutions to life's challenges. I believe that everyone has the capacity to make changes and reach their full potential whatever their current difficulties.
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Photo of Rachel Phillippo-Green, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Rachel Phillippo-Green
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
Hello, and welcome. As an experienced psychodynamic counsellor, I specialise in working with children and young people between the ages of 10-25. For children and young people, it can often be difficult to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. Counselling and creative therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, and develop an understanding of their thought patterns whilst building communication skills and emotional resilience.
Hello, and welcome. As an experienced psychodynamic counsellor, I specialise in working with children and young people between the ages of 10-25. For children and young people, it can often be difficult to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. Counselling and creative therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, and develop an understanding of their thought patterns whilst building communication skills and emotional resilience.
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Photo of Julie Flynn Counselling, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Julie Flynn Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
Welcome - My own life challenges inspired me to undertake counselling training, and it is this personal connection that fuels my commitment to your well-being. I offer personalised support, drawing from both my professional expertise and lived experience. Your well-being is my priority and I am dedicated to providing a supportive space for you to explore and grow. Through a collaborative and personalised approach, we will work together to navigate challenges past and present to empower you on your journey. Whether these are short or long term, I am here to support you every step of the way.
Welcome - My own life challenges inspired me to undertake counselling training, and it is this personal connection that fuels my commitment to your well-being. I offer personalised support, drawing from both my professional expertise and lived experience. Your well-being is my priority and I am dedicated to providing a supportive space for you to explore and grow. Through a collaborative and personalised approach, we will work together to navigate challenges past and present to empower you on your journey. Whether these are short or long term, I am here to support you every step of the way.
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Photo of Zoe Hunter, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Zoe Hunter
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Felixstowe IP11
Hello and a warm welcome. I am a Psychodynamic counsellor and work with young children, adolescents and adults.
Hello and a warm welcome. I am a Psychodynamic counsellor and work with young children, adolescents and adults.
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Photo of Carolyn Turner Counselling, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Carolyn Turner Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
Asking for help can be hard. You want someone to listen to you, but find the vast listings of counsellors available can make your head spin! My approach is simple. I have a passion for helping individuals and couples reach their full potential. My aim is to help you find a positive outcome no matter what the problem is. No matter how deep you feel you have sunk, there is always a way back up. I use common sense in my approach and trust that it is the counselling relationship, not ‘psychobabble’ that will prove fundamental to the counselling process. It is completely possible for you to feel so much better than you do right now!
Asking for help can be hard. You want someone to listen to you, but find the vast listings of counsellors available can make your head spin! My approach is simple. I have a passion for helping individuals and couples reach their full potential. My aim is to help you find a positive outcome no matter what the problem is. No matter how deep you feel you have sunk, there is always a way back up. I use common sense in my approach and trust that it is the counselling relationship, not ‘psychobabble’ that will prove fundamental to the counselling process. It is completely possible for you to feel so much better than you do right now!
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Photo of Roxanne Smith, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Roxanne Smith
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Felixstowe IP11
Hello! My name is Roxanne and I am a BACP-registered counsellor. I offer online and face-to-face counselling sessions through my private practice - Sense Counselling - which is based in Ipswich (sensecounselling.co.uk). I can provide a safe and supportive environment to enable you to explore the things that are having an unwanted impact on your life, and help you to work towards your personal goals.
Hello! My name is Roxanne and I am a BACP-registered counsellor. I offer online and face-to-face counselling sessions through my private practice - Sense Counselling - which is based in Ipswich (sensecounselling.co.uk). I can provide a safe and supportive environment to enable you to explore the things that are having an unwanted impact on your life, and help you to work towards your personal goals.
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Photo of Ann Hackett, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Ann Hackett
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP5
I specialise in people, I am sure here I am supposed to tell you how I can help with ocd, stress, depression, trauma, and anxiety, they are symptoms and I am more interested in helping you find a way of relieving them.
I am an Integrative counsellor, Life Coach and NLP practitioner. I believe every client is unique and I like to work together with my clients to help them untangle their pasts and look forward to a brighter future. I will never judge you or your decisions, I understand life is never black and white and most of us do the best we can with the resources available to us. I have a fully accessible counselling room and toilet. I understand the importance of feeling safe and so I will work with you to make the room comfortable for you.
I specialise in people, I am sure here I am supposed to tell you how I can help with ocd, stress, depression, trauma, and anxiety, they are symptoms and I am more interested in helping you find a way of relieving them.
I am an Integrative counsellor, Life Coach and NLP practitioner. I believe every client is unique and I like to work together with my clients to help them untangle their pasts and look forward to a brighter future. I will never judge you or your decisions, I understand life is never black and white and most of us do the best we can with the resources available to us. I have a fully accessible counselling room and toilet. I understand the importance of feeling safe and so I will work with you to make the room comfortable for you.
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Photo of Rosemary Rush, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Rosemary Rush
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP4
I support adults, children and young people who may be feeling anxious or low. I also help when people are struggling with managing different relationships at home, work, college or school. I offer children, young people and their families the opportunity to explore and find new ways of coping with their emotional and behavioural difficulties. This may be due to big changes at school or college, a divorce or any other big changes at home. I am able to offer in person meetings and we may also meet on Zoom. In addition to this I offer clinical supervision to fellow professionals, please contact me for further information.
I support adults, children and young people who may be feeling anxious or low. I also help when people are struggling with managing different relationships at home, work, college or school. I offer children, young people and their families the opportunity to explore and find new ways of coping with their emotional and behavioural difficulties. This may be due to big changes at school or college, a divorce or any other big changes at home. I am able to offer in person meetings and we may also meet on Zoom. In addition to this I offer clinical supervision to fellow professionals, please contact me for further information.
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Photo of Shaun Gordon, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Shaun Gordon
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP4
I work as a counsellor in the voluntary and private sectors, with a range of clients, experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem and the obsessive compulsive disorders.
I will aim to meet you with genuine warmth and acceptance in a confidential and safe space. I will work with you in partnership and in ways that are meaningful toward the directions and goals that you have for therapy. During our time together, I will regularly ask you to feedback to me how you are experiencing counselling, so that I can adjust and tailor the work to ensure I am meeting your expectations and goals.
I work as a counsellor in the voluntary and private sectors, with a range of clients, experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem and the obsessive compulsive disorders.
I will aim to meet you with genuine warmth and acceptance in a confidential and safe space. I will work with you in partnership and in ways that are meaningful toward the directions and goals that you have for therapy. During our time together, I will regularly ask you to feedback to me how you are experiencing counselling, so that I can adjust and tailor the work to ensure I am meeting your expectations and goals.
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Photo of Jo Seely, Psychologist in Felixstowe, England
Jo Seely
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Woodbridge IP12
People seek therapy for different reasons and at different stages of life. Usually therapy is sought when stress has outweighed the ability to cope, or usual ways of coping have become less effective. Common reasons for seeking therapy include work stress, relationship problems, anxiety, worry, low self-confidence or depression. Some people will have experienced feelings of distress for many years before feeling able to seek help.
People seek therapy for different reasons and at different stages of life. Usually therapy is sought when stress has outweighed the ability to cope, or usual ways of coping have become less effective. Common reasons for seeking therapy include work stress, relationship problems, anxiety, worry, low self-confidence or depression. Some people will have experienced feelings of distress for many years before feeling able to seek help.
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Photo of Jo Ashton, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Jo Ashton
Counsellor, MA, ACC Reg
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP5  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with trauma, abuse, self-harm and suicide ideation, panic attacks, low self-esteem and anxiety.
Finding the right therapist is really important. I'm an intergrative therapist and use differebt modalities to help my clients celebrity on their needs. I also like to work creatively, where appropriate, using Russian dolls, paints, stones, sand trays and pictures for example.
I specialize in working with trauma, abuse, self-harm and suicide ideation, panic attacks, low self-esteem and anxiety.
Finding the right therapist is really important. I'm an intergrative therapist and use differebt modalities to help my clients celebrity on their needs. I also like to work creatively, where appropriate, using Russian dolls, paints, stones, sand trays and pictures for example.
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Photo of Helen Skene, Counsellor in Felixstowe, England
Helen Skene
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP5
I offer individual as well as couple counselling covering a full range of issues including depression, anxiety, bereavement and relationships, however, I specialise in counselling adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Whether you are experiencing difficulties in life or suffering inner turmoil my aim is to help you explore what is happening to you and support you as you find a way through your personal emotional maze. Counselling gives you the time and space to explore your feelings in a safe, non-judgmental, friendly environment. You will be encouraged to talk openly and freely about any issues which are causing disruptions in your life, and I will support you until you find resolution or acceptance.
I offer individual as well as couple counselling covering a full range of issues including depression, anxiety, bereavement and relationships, however, I specialise in counselling adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Whether you are experiencing difficulties in life or suffering inner turmoil my aim is to help you explore what is happening to you and support you as you find a way through your personal emotional maze. Counselling gives you the time and space to explore your feelings in a safe, non-judgmental, friendly environment. You will be encouraged to talk openly and freely about any issues which are causing disruptions in your life, and I will support you until you find resolution or acceptance.
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Photo of Linda Ann Linton, Psychotherapist in Felixstowe, England
Linda Ann Linton
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP4
I have had 18 years experience of counselling; I have worked within the NHS working with depression and anxiety, for Cruse as a bereavement counsellor and with drug and alcohol addictions.
At some point in our lives most of us have had times where we find life is difficult and are not sure where to turn or which direction to take to solve these issues. I believe choosing the right counsellor for you is extremely important - it stands to reason that if you feel a connection with someone you will work more productively towards your end goal. I work with clients with many areas of difficulty - anxiety, depression, relationship/emotional problems, addictions, past influences or life crisis situations such as bereavement, divorce. Counselling should be non judgemental, accepting and supportive.
I have had 18 years experience of counselling; I have worked within the NHS working with depression and anxiety, for Cruse as a bereavement counsellor and with drug and alcohol addictions.
At some point in our lives most of us have had times where we find life is difficult and are not sure where to turn or which direction to take to solve these issues. I believe choosing the right counsellor for you is extremely important - it stands to reason that if you feel a connection with someone you will work more productively towards your end goal. I work with clients with many areas of difficulty - anxiety, depression, relationship/emotional problems, addictions, past influences or life crisis situations such as bereavement, divorce. Counselling should be non judgemental, accepting and supportive.
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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.