Anxiety Counselling in Blean

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Sunny Austin
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Life can feel overwhelming — you may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, stress, grief or relationship difficulties.
I offer in-person counselling in a calm, accepting space where you can explore what’s troubling you — at your own pace. My approach is collaborative and integrative, drawing on person-centred, existential and psychodynamic perspectives. Together, we’ll reflect on what’s happening and what might help you move forward.
Life can feel overwhelming — you may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, stress, grief or relationship difficulties.
I offer in-person counselling in a calm, accepting space where you can explore what’s troubling you — at your own pace. My approach is collaborative and integrative, drawing on person-centred, existential and psychodynamic perspectives. Together, we’ll reflect on what’s happening and what might help you move forward.
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Emily Russell
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, or experiencing increased levels of stress or anxiety?
I'm a very experienced counsellor who works with individuals and with couples. I offer both short-term and long-term counselling in person and online. I work holistically and can help with most issues. I have particular experience working with members of the creative professions and also with students, academics and educators, as well as fellow therapists.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, or experiencing increased levels of stress or anxiety?
I'm a very experienced counsellor who works with individuals and with couples. I offer both short-term and long-term counselling in person and online. I work holistically and can help with most issues. I have particular experience working with members of the creative professions and also with students, academics and educators, as well as fellow therapists.
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Ruth Alice Morgan-Jones
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
More and more people are finding that counselling can help them discover their own path or journey through what can seem like a maze of issues, decisions and choices. It can help them to understand what is happening in relationships at difficult times so that they can regain a sense of meaning, balance and control in their lives.
More and more people are finding that counselling can help them discover their own path or journey through what can seem like a maze of issues, decisions and choices. It can help them to understand what is happening in relationships at difficult times so that they can regain a sense of meaning, balance and control in their lives.
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Wendy Russell Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I help individuals and couples navigate life’s ups and downs, I work with people facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, and big life transitions.
I feel I specialise in helping people move forward, set goals, challenge themselves and become more self-aware of who they are. We'll go at your pace and focus on what feels most meaningful for your goals and growth.
I help individuals and couples navigate life’s ups and downs, I work with people facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, and big life transitions.
I feel I specialise in helping people move forward, set goals, challenge themselves and become more self-aware of who they are. We'll go at your pace and focus on what feels most meaningful for your goals and growth.
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Chris Zacharia
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Anxiety .
Specialises in Brief Psychotherapies (3 Session Change Programme) Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness based CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Positive Psychology Coaching, Counselling, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy & NLP.
Anxiety .
Specialises in Brief Psychotherapies (3 Session Change Programme) Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness based CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Positive Psychology Coaching, Counselling, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy & NLP.
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Georgette Anderson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
We may have fears of being judged, concerns that it might not work out, and with so many therapists out there how do we pick the right one?!
I currently provide CBT for a variety of issues, including; depression, anxiety, PTSD, phobias, social anxiety and low self-esteem. We will work collaboratively to understand and make sense of your experiences, finding the right techniques and tools to help you overcome your difficulties and reach your goals. I am also currently training in EMDR.
We may have fears of being judged, concerns that it might not work out, and with so many therapists out there how do we pick the right one?!
I currently provide CBT for a variety of issues, including; depression, anxiety, PTSD, phobias, social anxiety and low self-esteem. We will work collaboratively to understand and make sense of your experiences, finding the right techniques and tools to help you overcome your difficulties and reach your goals. I am also currently training in EMDR.
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Rukshana Ali
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
anxiety, panic disorder, depression and bereavement.
Life can be tough at times and sometimes we need a bit of help to manage. I offer psychological assessment and intervention for children, young people and adults. I have specialist expertise in working with health conditions including, psychodermatology, dermatology (e.g. acne, eczema, alopecia, hair pulling, skin picking and genetic skin diseases), weight management, diabetes, endocrine disorders, respiratory, renal and cardiac issues, amongst others.
anxiety, panic disorder, depression and bereavement.
Life can be tough at times and sometimes we need a bit of help to manage. I offer psychological assessment and intervention for children, young people and adults. I have specialist expertise in working with health conditions including, psychodermatology, dermatology (e.g. acne, eczema, alopecia, hair pulling, skin picking and genetic skin diseases), weight management, diabetes, endocrine disorders, respiratory, renal and cardiac issues, amongst others.
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Mary Smith
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Margate CT9
Relationship difficulties, work stress, low mood, over- anxiety, loss and bereavement - these are all issues clients have brought into the therapy room recently.
I offer in-person, on-line or telephone counselling sessions, whichever suits you best. Clients tell me that they appreciate my warm, sincere approach which helps them to feel heard and understood. In time, they begin to feel better about themselves and build the strength they are looking for.
Relationship difficulties, work stress, low mood, over- anxiety, loss and bereavement - these are all issues clients have brought into the therapy room recently.
I offer in-person, on-line or telephone counselling sessions, whichever suits you best. Clients tell me that they appreciate my warm, sincere approach which helps them to feel heard and understood. In time, they begin to feel better about themselves and build the strength they are looking for.
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Anna-Marie Taylor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I'm a qualified CBT Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Integrative Counsellor and I help adults and adolescents to get out of stuck, negative emotional states such as Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Hurt and Shame.
My approach is compassionate and gentle, but also active and interventionist to empower you with knowledge, tools and strategies to identify and change destructive mindsets that impact so greatly on our wellbeing. After a thorough assessment, I will teach you tools and strategies that you can use for life to manage and self-regulate stuck emotions.
I'm a qualified CBT Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Integrative Counsellor and I help adults and adolescents to get out of stuck, negative emotional states such as Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Hurt and Shame.
My approach is compassionate and gentle, but also active and interventionist to empower you with knowledge, tools and strategies to identify and change destructive mindsets that impact so greatly on our wellbeing. After a thorough assessment, I will teach you tools and strategies that you can use for life to manage and self-regulate stuck emotions.
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Gina Langley
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I have extensive experience of working with depression, anxiety, relationships and associated issues including loss, anger, and pain amongst others.
I am trained to assess ADHD in adults. I have been trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a logical extension of CBT. I am a BUPA registered mental health therapist and I am also recognised by AXA PPP, Aviva, Cigna, PruHealth and WPA. I work in bariatrics and assess and support patients through gastric surgery and other procedures. .
I have extensive experience of working with depression, anxiety, relationships and associated issues including loss, anger, and pain amongst others.
I am trained to assess ADHD in adults. I have been trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a logical extension of CBT. I am a BUPA registered mental health therapist and I am also recognised by AXA PPP, Aviva, Cigna, PruHealth and WPA. I work in bariatrics and assess and support patients through gastric surgery and other procedures. .
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Louise Bradshaw
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Maidstone ME14
My specialisms include anxiety, trauma, fears, phobias & relationship issues.
Hello & Welcome, My name is Louise I am an accredited counsellor, coach, & hypnotherapist. I have over 16 years of experience helping people with various emotional and psychological difficulties, my experience includes working for the NHS, & various charities, alongside my work in private practice. I use a wide range of psychotherapeutic approaches depending on my client's individual needs & preferences. I offer online sessions or face-to-face in my office in Maidstone. I work with adults & children 12+. I offer a free 15-minute initial consultation.
My specialisms include anxiety, trauma, fears, phobias & relationship issues.
Hello & Welcome, My name is Louise I am an accredited counsellor, coach, & hypnotherapist. I have over 16 years of experience helping people with various emotional and psychological difficulties, my experience includes working for the NHS, & various charities, alongside my work in private practice. I use a wide range of psychotherapeutic approaches depending on my client's individual needs & preferences. I offer online sessions or face-to-face in my office in Maidstone. I work with adults & children 12+. I offer a free 15-minute initial consultation.
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Mel Burgess
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Some want specific support following a bereavement, relationship issues, work issues, anxiety, depression, gender concerns or low self-esteem.
I am a UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, supervisor and tutor, and offer a range of therapies to suit client’s needs. I work with individuals and couples on a short and long-term basis, online and face to face from my private practice. I am passionate about psychotherapy and believe that it enables people to make meaning out of their problems so that they can take informed decisions about what they want to do to bring about change in their lives. I have undergone extensive and rigorous psychotherapy training, I have a Diploma in Counselling and over 30 years’ experience of working in health, including 20 years of hospice experience.
Some want specific support following a bereavement, relationship issues, work issues, anxiety, depression, gender concerns or low self-esteem.
I am a UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, supervisor and tutor, and offer a range of therapies to suit client’s needs. I work with individuals and couples on a short and long-term basis, online and face to face from my private practice. I am passionate about psychotherapy and believe that it enables people to make meaning out of their problems so that they can take informed decisions about what they want to do to bring about change in their lives. I have undergone extensive and rigorous psychotherapy training, I have a Diploma in Counselling and over 30 years’ experience of working in health, including 20 years of hospice experience.
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Dominika Chalder
Psychotherapist, PhD, UKCP Trainee
Tonbridge TN12
My clients seek clarity amidst chaos, aiming to process trauma, conquer ADHD traits, anxiety, and depression, reclaiming peace and purpose.
Specialising in ADHD, trauma, anxiety, and depression, I integrate cutting-edge neuroscience with dynamic strategies from modern therapies, clinical hypnosis, and mindfulness. Through tailored sessions, I empower clients to conquer inner critics, enhance executive functions, and cultivate resilience, fostering profound shifts toward lasting mental wellness.
My clients seek clarity amidst chaos, aiming to process trauma, conquer ADHD traits, anxiety, and depression, reclaiming peace and purpose.
Specialising in ADHD, trauma, anxiety, and depression, I integrate cutting-edge neuroscience with dynamic strategies from modern therapies, clinical hypnosis, and mindfulness. Through tailored sessions, I empower clients to conquer inner critics, enhance executive functions, and cultivate resilience, fostering profound shifts toward lasting mental wellness.
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Luke Antony Duffy
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Margate CT9
My experience has shown that we can transform our depression and anxiety.
Are you struggling to assert your needs and boundaries in your relationships? Maybe you are struggling to meet societal expectations, whilst staying true to yourself? I work with clients seeking to connect with their core values and needs, in order to live authentic lives. I want to acknowledge the courage it has taken for you to be here
My experience has shown that we can transform our depression and anxiety.
Are you struggling to assert your needs and boundaries in your relationships? Maybe you are struggling to meet societal expectations, whilst staying true to yourself? I work with clients seeking to connect with their core values and needs, in order to live authentic lives. I want to acknowledge the courage it has taken for you to be here
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Julia Louise Hope
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Ashford TN23
When you connect with your inner child and learn to safely hear what they need you can begin to reclaim your life from Complex PTSD, Trauma and abuse, Bereavement, Anxiety and Depression.
Healing happens in waves. It's a process. You peel back the layers. You move forward. You find new rooms within your healing, within your heart, that you are scared to go into and you learn how to open those doors. Slowly we learn how to control how those memories affect us. Slowly we learn how to approach the hard days, we learn how to let those emotions pass through us like rain, how to face the parts of ourselves that no one else claps for. With time, we learn how to remind ourselves how far we have come and how to have compassion for ourselves.
When you connect with your inner child and learn to safely hear what they need you can begin to reclaim your life from Complex PTSD, Trauma and abuse, Bereavement, Anxiety and Depression.
Healing happens in waves. It's a process. You peel back the layers. You move forward. You find new rooms within your healing, within your heart, that you are scared to go into and you learn how to open those doors. Slowly we learn how to control how those memories affect us. Slowly we learn how to approach the hard days, we learn how to let those emotions pass through us like rain, how to face the parts of ourselves that no one else claps for. With time, we learn how to remind ourselves how far we have come and how to have compassion for ourselves.
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Amanda Tooms Therapy and Wellbeing
Counsellor, MA, PNCPS Acc.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety and trauma related to their identity or past experiences During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that suits your needs.
Are you struggling with past or present trauma, feelings of overwhelm/issues that you're struggling to overcome? Do you feel that you don't know which way to turn or where to start? I hear you, and I see you! I am a trauma informed counsellor and psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and mentor. I have been in therapy myself and I know first-hand the feeling of darkness, pain and trauma, but I also know what it's like to feel light again. That is why I trained as a therapist myself, so that I could support individuals in the same way that my therapist supported me when I needed it most. You are not alone, and I am here for you!
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety and trauma related to their identity or past experiences During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that suits your needs.
Are you struggling with past or present trauma, feelings of overwhelm/issues that you're struggling to overcome? Do you feel that you don't know which way to turn or where to start? I hear you, and I see you! I am a trauma informed counsellor and psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and mentor. I have been in therapy myself and I know first-hand the feeling of darkness, pain and trauma, but I also know what it's like to feel light again. That is why I trained as a therapist myself, so that I could support individuals in the same way that my therapist supported me when I needed it most. You are not alone, and I am here for you!
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Rebecca Brough
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
I have particular expertise in PTSD, complex trauma, bereavement and grief, anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, health issues, work related stress and burnout, ADHD, eating issues, interpersonal, attachment and relationship difficulties.
I can help you to make sense of your difficulties through a range of therapeutic approaches that we can tailor to your individual needs. I have particular expertise in trauma, interpersonal and relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, workplace stress, burnout and vicarious trauma. Creating a space that feels safe for you is my primary focus
I have particular expertise in PTSD, complex trauma, bereavement and grief, anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, health issues, work related stress and burnout, ADHD, eating issues, interpersonal, attachment and relationship difficulties.
I can help you to make sense of your difficulties through a range of therapeutic approaches that we can tailor to your individual needs. I have particular expertise in trauma, interpersonal and relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, workplace stress, burnout and vicarious trauma. Creating a space that feels safe for you is my primary focus
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Sam Clark
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Margate CT9
You're unique, so I tailor therapy to suit you and your needs, whether that is the alleviation of depression or anxiety, improving relationships, recovering from trauma or for personal development.
Psychotherapy or counselling offers you a safe, confidential space where you will be listened to carefully and without judgement. I’m authentic, warm and engaged. I won’t tell you what to do but I don’t just sit back and listen. We'll have a lively, interactive dialogue paying equal attention to your thoughts, feelings and body sensations.
You're unique, so I tailor therapy to suit you and your needs, whether that is the alleviation of depression or anxiety, improving relationships, recovering from trauma or for personal development.
Psychotherapy or counselling offers you a safe, confidential space where you will be listened to carefully and without judgement. I’m authentic, warm and engaged. I won’t tell you what to do but I don’t just sit back and listen. We'll have a lively, interactive dialogue paying equal attention to your thoughts, feelings and body sensations.
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Zoe Parker
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Counselling is a resource that helped me through some very difficult times and continues to help countless others facing anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, sexual and relationship issues - to name but a few.
As a Psychodynamic counsellor, I work with clients to overcome issues in the here and now, as well as exploring the impact of childhood and past experiences on current behaviours. I help my clients to understand why they are the way they are, as well as providing them with the tools and support to heal and move forward – working towards self-acceptance and the realisation of their unique and valued place in this world. My personal experience has taught me that sadly few of us will escape the pain and challenges that life throws at us. It has also taught me that we don’t have to go it alone.
Counselling is a resource that helped me through some very difficult times and continues to help countless others facing anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, sexual and relationship issues - to name but a few.
As a Psychodynamic counsellor, I work with clients to overcome issues in the here and now, as well as exploring the impact of childhood and past experiences on current behaviours. I help my clients to understand why they are the way they are, as well as providing them with the tools and support to heal and move forward – working towards self-acceptance and the realisation of their unique and valued place in this world. My personal experience has taught me that sadly few of us will escape the pain and challenges that life throws at us. It has also taught me that we don’t have to go it alone.
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Natalie Hylton
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Maybe you have been affected by loss, traumatic events, anxiety, stress, anger, relationship issues, identity, addictive behaviour, or would like to live a more satisfying and meaningful life?
I understand that you and the issues that you face are unique. I work with the many aspects in how your difficulties may present. Understanding how you may experience bodily responses and physical reactions to emotional difficulty. Collaboratively exploring how past events & future worries may be affecting your present experiences.
Maybe you have been affected by loss, traumatic events, anxiety, stress, anger, relationship issues, identity, addictive behaviour, or would like to live a more satisfying and meaningful life?
I understand that you and the issues that you face are unique. I work with the many aspects in how your difficulties may present. Understanding how you may experience bodily responses and physical reactions to emotional difficulty. Collaboratively exploring how past events & future worries may be affecting your present experiences.
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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.