Anxiety Counselling in NW1W

Photo of Lisa J Gargaro - Tranquil Mind Hypnosis, PhD
Tranquil Mind Hypnosis
PhD
Verified Verified
London NW1W  (Online Only)
As a certified expert in sleep, my training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and holistic sleep programs. I recognize that your sleep struggles—whether it’s insomnia, stress, or anxiety—are profoundly personal, impacting every aspect of your life. You'll be feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or desperate for a solution that works. My approach goes beyond surface-level fixes, addressing the root causes of your challenges, offering tailored, long-term strategies to restore your sleep and overall well-being. By integrating mind-body techniques, I help you reclaim restful nights once again.
As a certified expert in sleep, my training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and holistic sleep programs. I recognize that your sleep struggles—whether it’s insomnia, stress, or anxiety—are profoundly personal, impacting every aspect of your life. You'll be feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or desperate for a solution that works. My approach goes beyond surface-level fixes, addressing the root causes of your challenges, offering tailored, long-term strategies to restore your sleep and overall well-being. By integrating mind-body techniques, I help you reclaim restful nights once again.
0131 510 2079 View 0131 510 2079
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Zaira Mughal
Psychotherapist, MA, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London NW1W  (Online Only)
Life is challenging and can feel like you’re on a hamster wheel of pressure, ‘have-tos’ and obligations. The more you do, the more the wheel spins, and the faster you descend into overwhelm, stress, anxiety, and burn-out. I can support you to overcome these challenges, as well as relational trauma and abuse, racial trauma, grief, low self-esteem, and life transitions. I offer a compassionate space for us to explore what you have experienced in life, how these experiences shaped you, and how you can make comfortable changes that support you to live a joyful, balanced, inspired, and fulfilling life.
Life is challenging and can feel like you’re on a hamster wheel of pressure, ‘have-tos’ and obligations. The more you do, the more the wheel spins, and the faster you descend into overwhelm, stress, anxiety, and burn-out. I can support you to overcome these challenges, as well as relational trauma and abuse, racial trauma, grief, low self-esteem, and life transitions. I offer a compassionate space for us to explore what you have experienced in life, how these experiences shaped you, and how you can make comfortable changes that support you to live a joyful, balanced, inspired, and fulfilling life.
020 7078 9411 View 020 7078 9411
Photo of David Sarikaya - Online Therapy Clinic , GMBPsS, Psychologist
Online Therapy Clinic
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
London NW1W
We have assisted thousands of individuals, couples and families with issues such as depression, anxiety, addictions, PTSD, acute grief, conflict, anger management, self destructive behavior and the like.
Reaching out for therapy is not a weakness but a strength of character. We are here to guide you though your journey in a professional, confidential and non-judgmental approach. We have worked with celebrities, doctors, lawyers and people from all walks of life. We have extensive experience managing the broad spectrum of issues with thousands of individuals, couples and families spanning over three decades. To reach out please call our Global Outreach number: +44 7415 195 203
We have assisted thousands of individuals, couples and families with issues such as depression, anxiety, addictions, PTSD, acute grief, conflict, anger management, self destructive behavior and the like.
Reaching out for therapy is not a weakness but a strength of character. We are here to guide you though your journey in a professional, confidential and non-judgmental approach. We have worked with celebrities, doctors, lawyers and people from all walks of life. We have extensive experience managing the broad spectrum of issues with thousands of individuals, couples and families spanning over three decades. To reach out please call our Global Outreach number: +44 7415 195 203
020 7870 7638 View 020 7870 7638
Photo of Therese Dunne Mbacp (Accred), MSc, Counsellor
Therese Dunne Mbacp (Accred)
Counsellor, MSc
Verified Verified
London NW1W  (Online Only)
For some of us, it can take years to reach out for help and I understand that. When a client contacts me, I know its a big step. Regardless of your past, your family and your story, I believe that you have the ability to heal and thrive in your life. I am trained and experienced to sit with you to help you find YOUR answers. Together we go on a journey of discovery to see how you have got to where you are today but most importantly how you can find your power and strength to overcome your challenges. You deserve to be healthy, happy and at peace. You do not need to be in serious crisis to go for therapy.
For some of us, it can take years to reach out for help and I understand that. When a client contacts me, I know its a big step. Regardless of your past, your family and your story, I believe that you have the ability to heal and thrive in your life. I am trained and experienced to sit with you to help you find YOUR answers. Together we go on a journey of discovery to see how you have got to where you are today but most importantly how you can find your power and strength to overcome your challenges. You deserve to be healthy, happy and at peace. You do not need to be in serious crisis to go for therapy.
01244 470425 View 01244 470425
Photo of Roger Harrison, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Roger Harrison
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London NW1W
Not accepting new clients
Expert effective help for those who are:- sick and tired of feeling sick and tired, or with problem alcohol, drugs, porn, sex, chemsex, controlling their life, or they are overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, or a lack of interest in life they cannot 'shake off’. Others realise they are not ‘straight’, and struggle with painful shame around their sexuality. If you can relate to some of these feelings or experiences then I can help you identify and bring about positive change and a greater sense of being OK more of the time. I draw on my lived experiences and year's of extensive training to be Safe, Confidential and Effective for you.
Expert effective help for those who are:- sick and tired of feeling sick and tired, or with problem alcohol, drugs, porn, sex, chemsex, controlling their life, or they are overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, or a lack of interest in life they cannot 'shake off’. Others realise they are not ‘straight’, and struggle with painful shame around their sexuality. If you can relate to some of these feelings or experiences then I can help you identify and bring about positive change and a greater sense of being OK more of the time. I draw on my lived experiences and year's of extensive training to be Safe, Confidential and Effective for you.
0161 524 7711 View 0161 524 7711

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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.