Anxiety Counselling in M15
I am a warm, open, person centred counsellor. I work in a holistic and creative way. I aim to provide a non-judgmental and safe space for you to explore your issues and to develop understanding. This in turn leads to the possibility of deep and lasting change. Over the past eighteen years I have helped many clients develop greater self-awareness and kindness towards themselves, working with a variety of issues including: anxiety, attachment issues and trauma, depression, bereavement, relationship difficulties, work related issues, loneliness, sexual violence, trauma and peri-natal issues.
I am a warm, open, person centred counsellor. I work in a holistic and creative way. I aim to provide a non-judgmental and safe space for you to explore your issues and to develop understanding. This in turn leads to the possibility of deep and lasting change. Over the past eighteen years I have helped many clients develop greater self-awareness and kindness towards themselves, working with a variety of issues including: anxiety, attachment issues and trauma, depression, bereavement, relationship difficulties, work related issues, loneliness, sexual violence, trauma and peri-natal issues.
I specialise in working with clients with depression, anxiety, addictions and trauma related issues.
I qualified as a Counsellor in 2001 and have worked within the private, public and voluntary sectors. I trained as a Counsellor in 2000 at St John's University in York and completed my Masters at the University of Manchester in Counselling Studies thereafter progressing on to the Professional Doctoral Program in Counselling Studies. Alongside my counselling experience I have many other additional qualifications and certificates of competence in a range of areas and I aim to help my clients with a competent, compassionate and empathic approach.
I specialise in working with clients with depression, anxiety, addictions and trauma related issues.
I qualified as a Counsellor in 2001 and have worked within the private, public and voluntary sectors. I trained as a Counsellor in 2000 at St John's University in York and completed my Masters at the University of Manchester in Counselling Studies thereafter progressing on to the Professional Doctoral Program in Counselling Studies. Alongside my counselling experience I have many other additional qualifications and certificates of competence in a range of areas and I aim to help my clients with a competent, compassionate and empathic approach.
I have a passion for helping people to find long-term ways of feeling less stress, sadness & anxiety, and to develop better relationships with themselves & others.
I’m an Integrative Therapist working online, across the UK, and in-person in Central Manchester. My specialisms are anxiety, self-esteem, low mood & relationships, in all their forms. Some of the issues I frequently support clients with include anxiety or other difficulties, within relationships with partners, friends, family members; people pleasing through fear of rejection or disagreement; work-related stress & anxiety; feelings of loneliness / isolation; feeling stuck; emotional regulation. These are all natural things to struggle with, but change is possible and therapy can help.
I have a passion for helping people to find long-term ways of feeling less stress, sadness & anxiety, and to develop better relationships with themselves & others.
I’m an Integrative Therapist working online, across the UK, and in-person in Central Manchester. My specialisms are anxiety, self-esteem, low mood & relationships, in all their forms. Some of the issues I frequently support clients with include anxiety or other difficulties, within relationships with partners, friends, family members; people pleasing through fear of rejection or disagreement; work-related stress & anxiety; feelings of loneliness / isolation; feeling stuck; emotional regulation. These are all natural things to struggle with, but change is possible and therapy can help.
These include anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, self harm and low self esteem.
I have been practicing as a full-time Counsellor since 2002. I have worked in a variety of settings and for a wide variety of clients from young children to couples. I work as a Client Centred therapist helping clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life. Helping clients find out who they are, not who they are trying or feel they ought to be. I do a lot of work with children, students and young adults. I have also, since 2003, done short term EAP work in my private practice for a local housing association.
These include anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, self harm and low self esteem.
I have been practicing as a full-time Counsellor since 2002. I have worked in a variety of settings and for a wide variety of clients from young children to couples. I work as a Client Centred therapist helping clients find ways to live a more fulfilling life. Helping clients find out who they are, not who they are trying or feel they ought to be. I do a lot of work with children, students and young adults. I have also, since 2003, done short term EAP work in my private practice for a local housing association.
**Webcam/ Telephone sessions available** Hey there. If you're experiencing low mood, stress, anger, anxiety or worry, then it could be helpful to consider seeking therapy. Usually even working out where to even start can be a difficult and confusing process, and CBT is a fantastic way to help you to unpick problematic thoughts, feeling, behaviours and cycles which could be maintaining the problems you're experiencing
**Webcam/ Telephone sessions available** Hey there. If you're experiencing low mood, stress, anger, anxiety or worry, then it could be helpful to consider seeking therapy. Usually even working out where to even start can be a difficult and confusing process, and CBT is a fantastic way to help you to unpick problematic thoughts, feeling, behaviours and cycles which could be maintaining the problems you're experiencing
I believe deeply in the potentials of compassion, empathy and self-awareness as a means of healing psychological wounds and helping us reach our full potential. People seek counselling for all kinds of different reasons, from stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationship problems, and many others. I aim to build an authentic and trusting relationship with the clients I work with and cultivate an environment of unconditional acceptance and non-judgement to work through whatever issues they may need to explore.
I believe deeply in the potentials of compassion, empathy and self-awareness as a means of healing psychological wounds and helping us reach our full potential. People seek counselling for all kinds of different reasons, from stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationship problems, and many others. I aim to build an authentic and trusting relationship with the clients I work with and cultivate an environment of unconditional acceptance and non-judgement to work through whatever issues they may need to explore.
Michelle Holdsworth
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manchester M15 (Online Only)
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and EMDR are the gold standard treatment in psychotherapy for trauma, depression & anxiety.
Hi, I'm Michelle, a Children's CBT & EMDR therapist. I specialise in working with children between the ages of 5 & 18 suffering with PTSD, trauma/distress. I also work with adults. I treat various forms of anxiety (social, health, school, separation, worry, phobias, panic, perfectionism) depression, self esteem, OCD. I help with emotions such as stress, sadness & anger, symptoms of self harm & suicidal thoughts. If you or your child is struggling with: school/work, friendships, nightmares, flashbacks, intrusive thoughts then I am 100% able to help. I've many years experience helping children & adults get their happiness back!
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and EMDR are the gold standard treatment in psychotherapy for trauma, depression & anxiety.
Hi, I'm Michelle, a Children's CBT & EMDR therapist. I specialise in working with children between the ages of 5 & 18 suffering with PTSD, trauma/distress. I also work with adults. I treat various forms of anxiety (social, health, school, separation, worry, phobias, panic, perfectionism) depression, self esteem, OCD. I help with emotions such as stress, sadness & anger, symptoms of self harm & suicidal thoughts. If you or your child is struggling with: school/work, friendships, nightmares, flashbacks, intrusive thoughts then I am 100% able to help. I've many years experience helping children & adults get their happiness back!
Compassionate therapist in Manchester, offering face to face support and online support across the UK. Are you grappling with anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? Whether you're facing family issues, low self-esteem, trauma, or grief, my inclusive virtual space welcomes you with open arms. I now offer EMDR and advanced therapies, tailored to your unique needs.
Compassionate therapist in Manchester, offering face to face support and online support across the UK. Are you grappling with anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges? Whether you're facing family issues, low self-esteem, trauma, or grief, my inclusive virtual space welcomes you with open arms. I now offer EMDR and advanced therapies, tailored to your unique needs.
I have a lot of experience working with self-esteem, anxiety and related issues (e.
Being human is hard, but you don't have to go it alone. I can help you gain clarity about your needs and values. To slow down and pay more attention to your thoughts and emotional or behavioural patterns, which may be happening automatically or out of habit. To understand what their intentions are or what they’re trying to tell you about your life. To understand how you relate and talk to yourself, and to develop a more compassionate voice towards your self. This understanding will then be our guide for helping you to set goals and priorities for your therapy or your life, and for supporting you to work towards them.
I have a lot of experience working with self-esteem, anxiety and related issues (e.
Being human is hard, but you don't have to go it alone. I can help you gain clarity about your needs and values. To slow down and pay more attention to your thoughts and emotional or behavioural patterns, which may be happening automatically or out of habit. To understand what their intentions are or what they’re trying to tell you about your life. To understand how you relate and talk to yourself, and to develop a more compassionate voice towards your self. This understanding will then be our guide for helping you to set goals and priorities for your therapy or your life, and for supporting you to work towards them.
I specialise in supporting those with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, abuse, trauma/PTSD and racial/cultural issues.
If you are feeling overwhelmed with anxiety or having stress in your relationships, daily life can seem very hard. Emotional distress can leave you feeling lonely or even isolated. Perhaps you find yourself putting on a pretence that everything is okay, saying yes when really you want to say no. You might be unclear about what is troubling you. As an experienced counsellor, I provide affordable therapy in a confidential, safe environment, helping you make sense of how you’re feeling. Counselling can also give you practical ways of coping; I will work at your pace during sessions so that you feel truly heard and accepted, not judged.
I specialise in supporting those with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, abuse, trauma/PTSD and racial/cultural issues.
If you are feeling overwhelmed with anxiety or having stress in your relationships, daily life can seem very hard. Emotional distress can leave you feeling lonely or even isolated. Perhaps you find yourself putting on a pretence that everything is okay, saying yes when really you want to say no. You might be unclear about what is troubling you. As an experienced counsellor, I provide affordable therapy in a confidential, safe environment, helping you make sense of how you’re feeling. Counselling can also give you practical ways of coping; I will work at your pace during sessions so that you feel truly heard and accepted, not judged.
Sometimes life can feel chaotic and out-of-control. Perhaps you struggle with a sense of helplessness - like your usual ways of coping just don't work anymore. Or perhaps you are anxious or depressed. Maybe you have feelings that don't make sense or come out of nowhere. You might be going through a difficult bereavement or loss that is disrupting your life and has left you stuck. Or maybe you just want to make a change to your life but don't know where to start.
Sometimes life can feel chaotic and out-of-control. Perhaps you struggle with a sense of helplessness - like your usual ways of coping just don't work anymore. Or perhaps you are anxious or depressed. Maybe you have feelings that don't make sense or come out of nowhere. You might be going through a difficult bereavement or loss that is disrupting your life and has left you stuck. Or maybe you just want to make a change to your life but don't know where to start.
15 Second Videos
Ben Rath
Becca Mather
Phinity Therapy
I'm an experienced Psychotherapist qualified to Level 7 (Masters degree) and a BACP registered Couples Psychotherapist Counsellor. I have a Masters in counselling, relationship therapy. EMDR Parts 1 & 2, Part 3 October 24. I work with a variety of problems such as Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, ADHD, Transgendered issues, Affairs and Couples Counselling, Anger management, Grief, Suicide and Self Harm and trauma. I also work with relationship issues such as communication problems, conflict, affairs, divorce and separation, post natal depression, loss of intimacy, trauma and I work with same sex relationships.
I'm an experienced Psychotherapist qualified to Level 7 (Masters degree) and a BACP registered Couples Psychotherapist Counsellor. I have a Masters in counselling, relationship therapy. EMDR Parts 1 & 2, Part 3 October 24. I work with a variety of problems such as Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, ADHD, Transgendered issues, Affairs and Couples Counselling, Anger management, Grief, Suicide and Self Harm and trauma. I also work with relationship issues such as communication problems, conflict, affairs, divorce and separation, post natal depression, loss of intimacy, trauma and I work with same sex relationships.
Are you pregnant or in early motherhood and you just don’t know which way to turn? Does mum guilt and anxiety consume you? Are you finding yourself resenting your partner and you feel hopeless? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Mums, it can get better. This is your time to put you first. Through professional and lived experience, I’ve helped many mums navigate the tricky path and have some breathing space to grow and achieve their desired outcome.You don’t have to go through this alone. I work with anyone from pregnancy, birth and beyond. Imagine a life where you wake up each day and feel good in motherhood.
Are you pregnant or in early motherhood and you just don’t know which way to turn? Does mum guilt and anxiety consume you? Are you finding yourself resenting your partner and you feel hopeless? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Mums, it can get better. This is your time to put you first. Through professional and lived experience, I’ve helped many mums navigate the tricky path and have some breathing space to grow and achieve their desired outcome.You don’t have to go through this alone. I work with anyone from pregnancy, birth and beyond. Imagine a life where you wake up each day and feel good in motherhood.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist working with adults who may struggle with the impact of traumatic childhood/life experiences, depression, anxiety, personality difficulties and relationship issues. I am registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council and the Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists. Alongside my private practice, I am currently employed in the NHS as an Adult Psychodynamic Psychotherapist. If you are looking for help with emotional and relationship difficulties, psychotherapy can help you to explore your current difficulties and to understand those in the context of your life.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist working with adults who may struggle with the impact of traumatic childhood/life experiences, depression, anxiety, personality difficulties and relationship issues. I am registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council and the Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists. Alongside my private practice, I am currently employed in the NHS as an Adult Psychodynamic Psychotherapist. If you are looking for help with emotional and relationship difficulties, psychotherapy can help you to explore your current difficulties and to understand those in the context of your life.
I’m here to start your healing journey with you. This is your safe space, where you can explore the pain and trauma that you’ve held with you for however long. I can imagine the thought of sharing this with somebody new is daunting and maybe even scary for some .. but that’s okay. Trust the process and allow yourself to be in this journey together. For my Muslim clients, I may combine elements of an Islamic model for therapy which solidifies the therapeutic relationship.
I’m here to start your healing journey with you. This is your safe space, where you can explore the pain and trauma that you’ve held with you for however long. I can imagine the thought of sharing this with somebody new is daunting and maybe even scary for some .. but that’s okay. Trust the process and allow yourself to be in this journey together. For my Muslim clients, I may combine elements of an Islamic model for therapy which solidifies the therapeutic relationship.
We will facilitate open and honest dialogue, so we may explore your concerns, anxieties, pain, trauma, or sadness, and uncover issues you might normally avoid because they feel threatening. This safe confrontation will allow you to learn how to process your challenges in a helpful way which is incredibly powerful, changing how you relate to yourself, others, and your world, thereby offering movement toward healing, growth, and.....joy.
We will facilitate open and honest dialogue, so we may explore your concerns, anxieties, pain, trauma, or sadness, and uncover issues you might normally avoid because they feel threatening. This safe confrontation will allow you to learn how to process your challenges in a helpful way which is incredibly powerful, changing how you relate to yourself, others, and your world, thereby offering movement toward healing, growth, and.....joy.
Hello Nice to meet you; I'm Courtnee, an accredited in, Person centred counselling to individuals: dealing with moderate drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, trauma, relationships, illness (specifically those on treatment plans for cancer), bullying, bereavement and grief, gangs, and S.E.N/moderate learning difficulties. I take pride in being nonjudgmental, empathetic, and honest. I aim to help clients establish their self-esteem and enhance their confidence at their own pace. My understanding of the therapy process stems from my experience as both a counsellor and a client.
Hello Nice to meet you; I'm Courtnee, an accredited in, Person centred counselling to individuals: dealing with moderate drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, trauma, relationships, illness (specifically those on treatment plans for cancer), bullying, bereavement and grief, gangs, and S.E.N/moderate learning difficulties. I take pride in being nonjudgmental, empathetic, and honest. I aim to help clients establish their self-esteem and enhance their confidence at their own pace. My understanding of the therapy process stems from my experience as both a counsellor and a client.
Are you struggling with your relationship with your body, your identity, or your eating? I'm here to work with you in a personalised way, focusing on your personal relationship with food, your body, your identity, your culture, your life experiences, and your circumstances. I support people age 15+ who are struggling with body image distress and disordered eating, amongst other difficulties. I work with all types of EDs including bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), and difficult experiences with food that might not fit into one particular box or label.
Are you struggling with your relationship with your body, your identity, or your eating? I'm here to work with you in a personalised way, focusing on your personal relationship with food, your body, your identity, your culture, your life experiences, and your circumstances. I support people age 15+ who are struggling with body image distress and disordered eating, amongst other difficulties. I work with all types of EDs including bulimia, anorexia, binge eating disorder, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), and difficult experiences with food that might not fit into one particular box or label.
My name is Maria de Ridder. I work as a psychotherapist in private practice in South Manchester in Chorlton and Didsbury.
My name is Maria de Ridder. I work as a psychotherapist in private practice in South Manchester in Chorlton and Didsbury.
I am a Registered Member of the BACP, as an Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist in private practice since 2008 and in current accredited training as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT) at a Master's level since 2022. I am a highly experienced psychotherapist, developing my private practice by integrating structure and kindness within the model of therapy to fit the person.
I am a Registered Member of the BACP, as an Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist in private practice since 2008 and in current accredited training as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (CBT) at a Master's level since 2022. I am a highly experienced psychotherapist, developing my private practice by integrating structure and kindness within the model of therapy to fit the person.
See more therapy options for M15
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.