Anxiety Counselling in Hempstead

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Kim Jordan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hempstead ME7
I can help you understand why your body reacts the way it does when anxious, panicked or experiencing Flashbacks & Nightmares and provide helpful tools and techniques to deal with symptoms, whilst helping you to explore your Past, Present and Future.
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
I can help you understand why your body reacts the way it does when anxious, panicked or experiencing Flashbacks & Nightmares and provide helpful tools and techniques to deal with symptoms, whilst helping you to explore your Past, Present and Future.
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
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Bulb Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hempstead ME7
Firstly I would like to show my admiration for you making this courageous decision to look for help. I know how it feels to be stuck within the world, within yourself. To suffer great sadness and hopelessness. I too, once sat in the client's chair and can appreciate, how significant taking this first step is... Relationships, connections are so powerful within our world. Have you ever thought about the relationship you have with yourself? At Bulb Therapy , I walk alongside you, providing you a safe space to find new meanings, and a greater awareness of who you are and how together we can tackle your difficulties effectively.
Firstly I would like to show my admiration for you making this courageous decision to look for help. I know how it feels to be stuck within the world, within yourself. To suffer great sadness and hopelessness. I too, once sat in the client's chair and can appreciate, how significant taking this first step is... Relationships, connections are so powerful within our world. Have you ever thought about the relationship you have with yourself? At Bulb Therapy , I walk alongside you, providing you a safe space to find new meanings, and a greater awareness of who you are and how together we can tackle your difficulties effectively.
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GreenShed Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hempstead ME7
Counselling creates a safe space where you can talk openly and honestly about you, and what you need, without worrying about judgement or damage to a relationship.
It takes tremendous strength and courage to reach out and finally say - something's not working. It can be easy to put aside our doubts, worries, traumas and behaviours, and let our busy lives take the lead. Yet as you know, these feelings don't just disappear, and one day something builds up within us that makes us say - 'ENOUGH, I need to deal with this.' Naturally, our first step is to reach out to friends, family, or colleagues, and although we respect their opinions, do we truly allow ourselves to be vulnerable within these relationships?
Counselling creates a safe space where you can talk openly and honestly about you, and what you need, without worrying about judgement or damage to a relationship.
It takes tremendous strength and courage to reach out and finally say - something's not working. It can be easy to put aside our doubts, worries, traumas and behaviours, and let our busy lives take the lead. Yet as you know, these feelings don't just disappear, and one day something builds up within us that makes us say - 'ENOUGH, I need to deal with this.' Naturally, our first step is to reach out to friends, family, or colleagues, and although we respect their opinions, do we truly allow ourselves to be vulnerable within these relationships?
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Helen Manning
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Chatham ME4  (Online Only)
A warm welcome, I am glad you're here. Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a little support. Whether you're facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to help. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your concerns, and process your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. I believe in tailoring my approach to meet your specific needs. Together, we will work through your concerns, identify strengths, and develop strategies to help you achieve your goals.
A warm welcome, I am glad you're here. Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a little support. Whether you're facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to help. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your concerns, and process your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. I believe in tailoring my approach to meet your specific needs. Together, we will work through your concerns, identify strengths, and develop strategies to help you achieve your goals.
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Jayne Hills
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester ME1
Hello, I’m Jayne, an Integrative Counsellor dedicated to fostering both personal and professional growth. I provide a confidential, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and be truly heard. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, career stress, or navigating life transitions, I work with you in a non-judgemental environment to find clarity and meaningful change. My goal is to help you overcome obstacles and work toward your personal and career aspirations with empathy and genuine care, empowering you to create change.
Hello, I’m Jayne, an Integrative Counsellor dedicated to fostering both personal and professional growth. I provide a confidential, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and be truly heard. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, career stress, or navigating life transitions, I work with you in a non-judgemental environment to find clarity and meaningful change. My goal is to help you overcome obstacles and work toward your personal and career aspirations with empathy and genuine care, empowering you to create change.
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Brenda Mackie
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Gillingham ME7
Are you struggling alone with anxiety, mood swings, deep sadness or anger outbursts, Is it difficult for you to express how you feel? Are you working hard everyday to maintain a positive attitude while negative thought processes are tearing you down? Everyone at some point in their lives needs a place to talk, and to feel understood.
I'm a therapeutic counsellor qualified to diploma level with over 12 years experience in helping adults, young people and children in Medway Towns. I provide a safe, nurturing space for you to explore and make sense of how past trauma, relationship fails, bereavement or obsessive behaviours are affecting how you feel about yourself, your life and the lives of those around you. Please call me to discuss how I might be of help to you or email me to arrange an initial assessment.
Are you struggling alone with anxiety, mood swings, deep sadness or anger outbursts, Is it difficult for you to express how you feel? Are you working hard everyday to maintain a positive attitude while negative thought processes are tearing you down? Everyone at some point in their lives needs a place to talk, and to feel understood.
I'm a therapeutic counsellor qualified to diploma level with over 12 years experience in helping adults, young people and children in Medway Towns. I provide a safe, nurturing space for you to explore and make sense of how past trauma, relationship fails, bereavement or obsessive behaviours are affecting how you feel about yourself, your life and the lives of those around you. Please call me to discuss how I might be of help to you or email me to arrange an initial assessment.
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Natascha Ryan
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester ME1
Are you looking to make sense of things?  We seek counselling for a number of reasons including anxiety, trauma, depression, loss, stress, relationship difficulties - but also to gain a greater understanding of the ‘self’ and improve psychological well-being. Mostly and put simply, we want to learn to feel better about ourselves.
Are you looking to make sense of things?  We seek counselling for a number of reasons including anxiety, trauma, depression, loss, stress, relationship difficulties - but also to gain a greater understanding of the ‘self’ and improve psychological well-being. Mostly and put simply, we want to learn to feel better about ourselves.
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Natasha Singh
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rochester ME1
My specialisms include anxiety, abuse, trauma.
Welcome. By offering compassion, new information and an emphasis on finding solutions, my clients find themselves ‘working’ and having ‘hope’ from the first session. I am an Accredited Counsellor, PICT Psychotherapist, Registered Adoption Counsellor, and PICT Clinical Supervisor. I provide pathways of resolution for the effects of trauma, abuse, anxiety and ongoing issues that affect your daily functioning and quality of life. Since 2004, I’ve successfully built and nurtured a thriving therapy practice working with adults. I have acquired substantial training and experience working in public and private industries.
My specialisms include anxiety, abuse, trauma.
Welcome. By offering compassion, new information and an emphasis on finding solutions, my clients find themselves ‘working’ and having ‘hope’ from the first session. I am an Accredited Counsellor, PICT Psychotherapist, Registered Adoption Counsellor, and PICT Clinical Supervisor. I provide pathways of resolution for the effects of trauma, abuse, anxiety and ongoing issues that affect your daily functioning and quality of life. Since 2004, I’ve successfully built and nurtured a thriving therapy practice working with adults. I have acquired substantial training and experience working in public and private industries.
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Esther M Olawande
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
Rochester ME1
Are you struggling to cope, feeling stuck, or overwhelmed by life’s challenges and demands? Do you find yourself anxious, lost or confused by things happening around you? Are you feeling disconnected relationally with your partner, family, friends or loved ones? Seeking help is bravery and the first step towards healing.
Every individual is unique and we all respond to our environment in different and unique ways. We all deserve to be heard and within each one of us is the ability to change, transform and evolve. One of the most insightful things I’ve learnt as a mental health practitioner is that we are products of our thoughts, experiences and environment. How we think affects our worldview and determines our success in life. Our thoughts affect our physical and mental health and this may have significant impact on our present and future. We will work together to explore your feelings and how to manage your thoughts and relationships.
Are you struggling to cope, feeling stuck, or overwhelmed by life’s challenges and demands? Do you find yourself anxious, lost or confused by things happening around you? Are you feeling disconnected relationally with your partner, family, friends or loved ones? Seeking help is bravery and the first step towards healing.
Every individual is unique and we all respond to our environment in different and unique ways. We all deserve to be heard and within each one of us is the ability to change, transform and evolve. One of the most insightful things I’ve learnt as a mental health practitioner is that we are products of our thoughts, experiences and environment. How we think affects our worldview and determines our success in life. Our thoughts affect our physical and mental health and this may have significant impact on our present and future. We will work together to explore your feelings and how to manage your thoughts and relationships.
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Rainham Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Gillingham ME8
I work with those who experience anger, anxiety, abuse, bereavement, depression, low self-esteem and trauma in its various guises.
I am, Karen, a qualified counsellor who practices using Person Centred and Psychodynamic therapies. I provide a confidential space for you to be accepted as you are. We work together to explore what you want to achieve in therapy. This may initially be unknown, so we work to clarify and explore, to discover anything that is concerning or causing you unrest/stress. The calm, quiet and confidential space I offer, provides a sanctuary where self-awareness may increase, and personal growth can happen.
I work with those who experience anger, anxiety, abuse, bereavement, depression, low self-esteem and trauma in its various guises.
I am, Karen, a qualified counsellor who practices using Person Centred and Psychodynamic therapies. I provide a confidential space for you to be accepted as you are. We work together to explore what you want to achieve in therapy. This may initially be unknown, so we work to clarify and explore, to discover anything that is concerning or causing you unrest/stress. The calm, quiet and confidential space I offer, provides a sanctuary where self-awareness may increase, and personal growth can happen.
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Shirley-Ann Galbraith
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester ME1
This includes working with many aspects of human difficulty, such as relational trauma, relationship difficulties, bereavement, depression, anxiety, self-esteem & eating disorders.
Welcome. Sometimes life presents challenges and the turbulence of these can be overwhelming and may impact negatively on our mental health and emotional well-being. Psychotherapy and counselling offer a safe space to explore your experiences of these difficulties. Seeking help from a professional may be the next step and psychotherapy or counselling gives you the opportunity to look at your life, your problems and concerns. I am a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor with over 30 years experience. In my private practice I work with adults experiencing all aspects of mental ill health concerns, relationship and life issues.
This includes working with many aspects of human difficulty, such as relational trauma, relationship difficulties, bereavement, depression, anxiety, self-esteem & eating disorders.
Welcome. Sometimes life presents challenges and the turbulence of these can be overwhelming and may impact negatively on our mental health and emotional well-being. Psychotherapy and counselling offer a safe space to explore your experiences of these difficulties. Seeking help from a professional may be the next step and psychotherapy or counselling gives you the opportunity to look at your life, your problems and concerns. I am a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor with over 30 years experience. In my private practice I work with adults experiencing all aspects of mental ill health concerns, relationship and life issues.
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Solve and Evolve Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Rochester ME1
Specialise in depression & anxiety disorders, including but not limited to: Panic, Social Phobia, Health Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Phobias, General Anxiety, Perfectionism, Low Self-esteem, Confidence, Assertiveness, Stress, Bullying, School Issues, Infidelity, Family & Relationship Issues.
I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and Counsellor with almost 20yrs experience in mental health. I support Adults and Adolescents (12-17yrs). I have additional training in EMDR Therapy and Supervision, with over 10 years experience Supervising within the NHS and private practice. I have a special interest in PTSD and trauma. I also specialise in anxiety disorders (ie. PTSD, Panic, Health, GAD, Social Anxiety and Phobias) depression and low self-esteem. I Supervise Trainees on the level 7 Masters in CBT as well as other qualified clinicians. F2F and Remote.
Specialise in depression & anxiety disorders, including but not limited to: Panic, Social Phobia, Health Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Phobias, General Anxiety, Perfectionism, Low Self-esteem, Confidence, Assertiveness, Stress, Bullying, School Issues, Infidelity, Family & Relationship Issues.
I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and Counsellor with almost 20yrs experience in mental health. I support Adults and Adolescents (12-17yrs). I have additional training in EMDR Therapy and Supervision, with over 10 years experience Supervising within the NHS and private practice. I have a special interest in PTSD and trauma. I also specialise in anxiety disorders (ie. PTSD, Panic, Health, GAD, Social Anxiety and Phobias) depression and low self-esteem. I Supervise Trainees on the level 7 Masters in CBT as well as other qualified clinicians. F2F and Remote.
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Counselling room (Hoo Peninsula/Medway) Accredited
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester ME1
If you’re stressed, anxious, confused and/or depressed, maybe together we can help with your difficulties.
I'm an experienced Accredited Counsellor. The BACP award says I'm "working to a higher standard as a competent and ethical independent practitioner". I run the private practice following experience with NHS and leading mental health charity MIND; thus, I'm able to provide what is needed. I've worked with low self-esteem, isolation, depression, anxiety (health, claustro phobia, phobias), panic, confusion, bereavement, life changes, relationships, OCD, abuse, trauma, complex trauma, problems with belonging and/or sense of self. I offer face to face, online video and telephone sessions. I will be able to offer a therapy dog soon!
If you’re stressed, anxious, confused and/or depressed, maybe together we can help with your difficulties.
I'm an experienced Accredited Counsellor. The BACP award says I'm "working to a higher standard as a competent and ethical independent practitioner". I run the private practice following experience with NHS and leading mental health charity MIND; thus, I'm able to provide what is needed. I've worked with low self-esteem, isolation, depression, anxiety (health, claustro phobia, phobias), panic, confusion, bereavement, life changes, relationships, OCD, abuse, trauma, complex trauma, problems with belonging and/or sense of self. I offer face to face, online video and telephone sessions. I will be able to offer a therapy dog soon!
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Kelly Croucher
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester ME1
As a certified person-centered counsellor and counselling tutor, I bring a wealth of experience in supporting individuals who have dealt with narcissistic/toxic abuse, co-dependency, anxiety, depression, attachment.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed? I am here to support you manage and reduce these feelings, while also boosting your self-esteem and confidence. Together, we can work towards rediscovering your true self and finding a sense of peace. It's completely normal to feel lost or confused about your emotions. I provide a judgment-free environment where you can freely express yourself and make positive changes to progress in your life.
As a certified person-centered counsellor and counselling tutor, I bring a wealth of experience in supporting individuals who have dealt with narcissistic/toxic abuse, co-dependency, anxiety, depression, attachment.
Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed? I am here to support you manage and reduce these feelings, while also boosting your self-esteem and confidence. Together, we can work towards rediscovering your true self and finding a sense of peace. It's completely normal to feel lost or confused about your emotions. I provide a judgment-free environment where you can freely express yourself and make positive changes to progress in your life.
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Michelle Swann
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Gillingham ME7
I support clients with issues such as; anxiety, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, bereavement, gender identity, self-harm, relationship problems, eating issues and many other problems that impact on us all.
I am a qualified counsellor based in Maidstone offering a warm, safe, friendly and non-judgemental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. You may looking to seek clarity, find contentment, talk about family issues or simply breath and talk about your day. You might be experiencing anxiety and need support to talk about how it impacts on your life and explore ways of challenging some of your thinking errors. Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, I am here to listen to you.
I support clients with issues such as; anxiety, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, bereavement, gender identity, self-harm, relationship problems, eating issues and many other problems that impact on us all.
I am a qualified counsellor based in Maidstone offering a warm, safe, friendly and non-judgemental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. You may looking to seek clarity, find contentment, talk about family issues or simply breath and talk about your day. You might be experiencing anxiety and need support to talk about how it impacts on your life and explore ways of challenging some of your thinking errors. Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, I am here to listen to you.
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Erin Singleton Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Rochester ME1  (Online Only)
I have experience in helping clients with many different concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem and confidence, self harm and domestic violence.
Hello I'm Erin and welcome to my page taking the first step to reach out for help can be scary and overwhelming but I will be with you every step of the way. We will work together to ensure we meet your unique and specific needs during our sessions. I aim to run a friendly, professional and relaxed practice which is online or over the telephone. I work in an Integrative way, which basically means I use a variety of different methods and ideas to help you individually as each and every client is unique. There is an emphasis on person centred therapy that ensures you at the centre of our work together.
I have experience in helping clients with many different concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem and confidence, self harm and domestic violence.
Hello I'm Erin and welcome to my page taking the first step to reach out for help can be scary and overwhelming but I will be with you every step of the way. We will work together to ensure we meet your unique and specific needs during our sessions. I aim to run a friendly, professional and relaxed practice which is online or over the telephone. I work in an Integrative way, which basically means I use a variety of different methods and ideas to help you individually as each and every client is unique. There is an emphasis on person centred therapy that ensures you at the centre of our work together.
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Ulrika Kristina Guttormsson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Rochester ME1
In psychotherapy there is an opportunity to get to know yourself in depth and discover new ways of living your life. Often we have repetitive patterns and ways of thinking that can for instance cause suffering, frustration, anxiety and sadness in our life. Despite our best efforts to decide to behave and relate differently, we drift back to our old ways of being and behaving. In psychotherapy we will work at getting to know your unconscious inner life. A lot of feelings and thoughts we have are not conscious and psychotherapy gives you the opportunity to reflect and try out new ways when you feel change is needed.
In psychotherapy there is an opportunity to get to know yourself in depth and discover new ways of living your life. Often we have repetitive patterns and ways of thinking that can for instance cause suffering, frustration, anxiety and sadness in our life. Despite our best efforts to decide to behave and relate differently, we drift back to our old ways of being and behaving. In psychotherapy we will work at getting to know your unconscious inner life. A lot of feelings and thoughts we have are not conscious and psychotherapy gives you the opportunity to reflect and try out new ways when you feel change is needed.
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Cesare Saguato
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Gillingham ME7
Are you experiencing negative thoughts, unpleasant emotions, feeling stressed, anxious, or low? Perhaps you are going through a difficult time in your life and in need of support? Are confused, struggling to find meaning, purpose and direction or find a way through? Having problems with work or relationships? If so, my training in mindfulness, self-compassion, integrative psychotherapeutic counselling and 15 years experience, enables me to weave together an approach that can best help you meet difficulties with more clarity, kindness and resourcefulness, while empowering you to make the choices and changes you are looking to make.
Are you experiencing negative thoughts, unpleasant emotions, feeling stressed, anxious, or low? Perhaps you are going through a difficult time in your life and in need of support? Are confused, struggling to find meaning, purpose and direction or find a way through? Having problems with work or relationships? If so, my training in mindfulness, self-compassion, integrative psychotherapeutic counselling and 15 years experience, enables me to weave together an approach that can best help you meet difficulties with more clarity, kindness and resourcefulness, while empowering you to make the choices and changes you are looking to make.
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Samantha Richardson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Rochester ME1
I have experience working in schools in SEN with neurodivergence, addiction services and criminal justice supporting with alcohol and substance misuse, complex mental health including anxiety and depression, ADHD, ASD, intrusive, suicidal thoughts, self-harm.
Feeling nobody quite "Gets YOU?" Impulsive, unmotivated, head spiriling, ruminating, masking due to ADHD/ASD? Drugs or alcohol used to self medicate, relax or cope with stress but now noticed its getting out of control?  Anxiety, panic attacks, intrusive thoughts starting to control your life but not sure the trigger? Or do you just have a sense something is wrong but struggle to open up or express how you feel to your partner, family or friends? The beauty of talking to a counsellor is I am neutral and independent of your situation which can make it easier to open up and explore your feelings and thoughts.
I have experience working in schools in SEN with neurodivergence, addiction services and criminal justice supporting with alcohol and substance misuse, complex mental health including anxiety and depression, ADHD, ASD, intrusive, suicidal thoughts, self-harm.
Feeling nobody quite "Gets YOU?" Impulsive, unmotivated, head spiriling, ruminating, masking due to ADHD/ASD? Drugs or alcohol used to self medicate, relax or cope with stress but now noticed its getting out of control?  Anxiety, panic attacks, intrusive thoughts starting to control your life but not sure the trigger? Or do you just have a sense something is wrong but struggle to open up or express how you feel to your partner, family or friends? The beauty of talking to a counsellor is I am neutral and independent of your situation which can make it easier to open up and explore your feelings and thoughts.
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Michelle Green
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Gillingham ME8
Have you ever said you were fine and you wasn't because someone wouldn't understand? Have you ever wondered if Counselling could be for you? Maybe I can help. Have you found yourself struggling to cope with difficult emotions such as anxiety, depression or low self esteem, feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope?
Have you ever said you were fine and you wasn't because someone wouldn't understand? Have you ever wondered if Counselling could be for you? Maybe I can help. Have you found yourself struggling to cope with difficult emotions such as anxiety, depression or low self esteem, feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope?
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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.