Anxiety Counselling in Borehamwood
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Bernie Wooder
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified
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Are you suffering from crippling
anxiety
, a prisoner of depression or disillusioned by your relationship - I can help you – How - Over 30 years I have developed proven techniques that I can teach you that actually work in neutralising the effect of
anxiety
and depression and by making you aware of how or what it is that triggers these feelings.
My focus is to truly understand your problem and we work together as a team to end your suffering. To do that I use my 30 years of professional experience to help you get peace of mind and heart. I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the UKCP, with 30 years of experience which has included counselling and training therapists at Guys to Hospital, London. I am also a trained Hypnotherapist - specialising in confidence, self esteem, setting goals for your future and dealing with any kind of fear or failure.
Dr Mona Michels
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified
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Hello, I'm Dr Mona Michels - a warm, friendly, and highly experienced Counselling Psychologist based in NW London. I specialise in treating
anxiety
, depression, stress, and much more. Alongside consulting at the Priory and HCA private hospitals I have my own private practice in Elstree. I offer Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as the main therapy option as it's proven to help with a wide range of issues such as depression,
anxiety
, stress,
panic
attacks, OCD etc. I also sometimes use integrative therapy.
Simone Russell
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified
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You may Consider counselling for various reasons, there could be a combination of unresolved issues, perhaps difficulties , understanding present day triggers. Coming to counselling is a big step in recognizing that clarity and movement forward is the ultimate goal... you may be suffering with: Depression,
Anxiety
, Menapause and all the emotional challenges this brings ,loss, low self esteem whatever it is , your feelings , thoughts and emotions are at the centre of our work together. Most importantly I hope my down to earth yet professional approach will enable you to relax ,whilst disclosing difficult life experiences .
CBT and IPT Psychotherapist, Arti Hughes
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
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I am a BABCP registered Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist & and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. I am friendly, professional & have helped many people successfully recovery from
Anxiety
& Depression. I have 5 star google ratings from many clients. I am qualified to treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social
anxiety
,
Panic
attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/being overwhelmed with
anxiety
, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health
anxiety
, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agoraphobia,Low self-confidence, Post natal depression & LTC’s.
Snakes and Ladders Therapy & Coaching
Psychotherapist, MNCS Accred
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I also use a Mind-Body approach to help quickly, discreetly and gently treat stress,
anxiety
,
fears
, phobias, traumas, and any blocks or barriers that limit your enjoyment and progress in life, relationships, and business, work, or study.
A trusting relationship is crucial to successful therapy so I always endeavor to provide a welcoming caring, confidential, and, non-judgemental space to express and explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences without the worry of how others may feel or react. I believe you are your own expert and will encourage you to reflect and find your own answers. Together we will work to find the root of your challenges by exploring repeating patterns in your life, your beliefs, emotional attachments, and anything that may have stopped you from being your best self and living a life of satisfaction and contentment.
Simon Ziff
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified and experienced therapist. I specialise in helping my clients who are experiencing problems relating to drug addiction, alcohol dependency,
anxiety
, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma and other addictions. I offer a warm and empathetic approach in a comfortable and intimate environment. Life can bring its struggles which, for many can lead to the above issues. The impact of our behaviour and
anxiety
often tips from being manageable to suddenly interfering with daily life, affecting you, your work and the people around you. If you can relate to any of these situations, then let me help.
Clare Cardy
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
1 Endorsed
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1 Endorsed
I am an experienced consultant clinical psychologist, working with adults with a whole range of mental health problems. I specialise in emotional instability and impulsive behaviours, such as self-harm, bullimia, misusing substances, as well as problems in relationships. I also work with people with
anxiety
and depression. Often there is a focus on feelings of shame and developing self-acceptance, which may have been damaged by past traumas. I work with clients who want to improve their day to day lives and are willing to practise new skills between therapy sessions. I also see people who want to work on past traumas.
Office is near:
Borehamwood WD6 
Carole Golten
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I have helped many people who were struggling with difficulties such as
anxiety
, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, trauma, coping after separation or divorce, bereavement and other .
Hello. I've been working as a therapist for over 25 years and am based in Stanmore, Middlesex, HA7. I work with both couples and individuals. If you are struggling to cope with distressing emotions or circumstances, I can help by providing a private, safe place where together we can explore your difficulties and enable you to move towards positive change. Even if you have supportive family and friends, it can sometimes be hard to talk to them about very personal feelings.
Not accepting new clients
Jordana Brayam
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I specialise in supporting people experiencing grief and bereavement,
anxiety
and depression, survivors of childhood sexual abuse and trauma, cultural and religious identity issues and working with young people aged 14 and above.
I am an integrative psychotherapist/counsellor, meaning I have been trained to use a variety of approaches to be able to work fluidly with you and whatever issue has led you to seek therapy. Part of human experience is to encounter challenges in many different guises. Sometimes these challenges upset our inner equilibrium and that can feel very difficult and overwhelming to cope with. Maybe you have been coping with something for a long time? Perhaps you are looking for support beyond family and friends? My strength is in my ability to create a warm, supportive space in which you can talk without fear of being dismissed or judged.
Zahava Bloom
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I am an integrative therapist with over 15 years of experience and I specialise in treating depression,
anxiety
and all types of negative habits /addictions.
My approach to therapy is to create a place for you to feel safe and of space for you to develop trust to share your life experiences ranging from daily life stresses to deep rooted issues. . The aim of therapy is to help you live with more clarity , ease and enjoyment and I achieve this throughI a holistic and non judgmental environment that enables growth. Through our therapeutic relationship, we can then discover together how to work on your concerns and apply tools to deal with your issues, so that healing can occur.
Elizabeth Willoughby
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Perhaps you are experiencing low mood swings on a regular basis? Or heightened
anxiety
? You may have recently experienced a heart breaking bereavement? Maybe you feel isolated and overwhelmed? Or there may be things from your past that are burdening you that you would like to explore in a secure space with a compassionate listener ? Whatever your reasons, I am here to help and work alongside you. It takes courage to come into counselling and you have taken an important first step. I can offer you a safe, warm, non-judgemental space to explore your feelings and any aspects of your life where you may feel stuck.
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Rochelle Newington
Counsellor, MBACP
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Life experiences may have left you with low self esteem, lack of a sense of who you are, no trust in your own judgement,
anxiety
, depression, anger or lack of motivation.
Taking that first step, seeking help with difficult feelings, thoughts or experiences takes courage and strength. Offering a non judgemental, compassionate and supportive space I commit to ensuring you have control of the pace and subject matter you bring, and to work with you to find new perspectives, build trust in your own judgement and a stronger sense of self. With experience in hospital, private residential units, charitable organisations and private clients, with adolescents, young adults and adults or varying genders, I work with long and short term clients.
Krysia Zalewska
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, I am a qualified and fully registered psychodynamic psychotherapist in private practice, with experience working in the NHS and the charitable sector, I have worked and continue to work with diverse group of clients. I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore what might be troubling you or preventing you in experiencing your life fully. People seek therapy many reasons including
anxiety
, bereavement, depression, low self-esteem, self-development, stress, relationship or work issues and trauma.
Dr Lola Olukotun
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I have worked as a therapist for many years and enjoy helping people make sense of their experiences. I value hearing each person's story and supporting them to find inner calm, understanding, and change unhelpful patterns of thinking, behaving and relating to others. There are many reasons why people seek therapy and would like someone to talk to. I have specialist interest and experience in working with a variety of difficulties, primarily depression,
anxiety
, OCD, low self-esteem, relationship issues and insecure attachment styles. I am experienced in working with people of all ages, as well as couples, families and groups.
Jacqueline Samuel
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
Whether you feel weighted down by depression, or churn with
anxiety
at the thought of everyday activities; or you are grieving the loss of a loved one or beloved pet, or you are grappling with your sexuality or religion, trauma or a life-stage concern, many clients over the last 20 years found attachment therapy with hypnotherapy enormously effective.
If you find yourself stuck in the same old repetitive patterns, and your relationships, (personal, professional and others) falling into the "same old, same old" self-defeating groove, attachment-based therapy may help you make the difference you are looking for. Together, in the safe, empathic space of an attachment therapy, we look "under the bonnet" of your life, to help you gain more self-awareness and a stronger sense of self. We will make meaning out of your story and help you get unstuck and find ways to start living in a more personally fulfilling way.
Alina L
Verified
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If you find yourself overwhelmed by
fears
, experiencing brain fog, confusion, insomnia, difficulties in work and personal relationships, fear of authority, low self-esteem, confidence, imposter syndrome, trauma, I would first like to reassure you that these issues are more common than you think, and we can certainly work together in managing those issues.
Hi, I have a medical background with over 12 years experience working in psychiatry. I work mainly with issues with self esteem, confidence, insomnia, imposter syndrome, work and personal relationship difficulties,
fears
, phobias, smoking cessation, difficulties with weight, chronic pain, narcissistic abuse, trauma, PTSD and complex PTSD. My training includes EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Level 3, Brainspotting Level 3 and BWRT (Brain Working Recursive Therapy).
Michael Feldman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
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I am a very experienced counsellor working with a wide range of clients presenting with a broad spectrum of issues. I work with both individuals and couples and have a particular interest in working with relationships, depression and
anxiety
. I also specialise in working with porn and sex addiction. I have additional training in IAPT Counselling for Depression as well as a Level 5 Diploma in Sex Addiction Counselling.
Dr Andrea Oskis
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified
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We come to therapy for all sorts of different reasons. Perhaps the most important thing to say is that there is no single, “right” reason. You might come to therapy because things have happened to you, such as a death, a divorce or a loss of something else, like a job. Or perhaps you have specific symptoms or feelings of depression,
anxiety
, stress, anger, low self-esteem or a lack of confidence. Or you may be experiencing issues in relationships, with people or with other things, e.g. food. Or it may be the case that you can’t pinpoint what’s wrong, things just don’t feel right and life simply isn’t going the way you expected.
Dr Annie McHugh
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Hello, I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years of experience specialising in working with adults, children, young people and their families. I help people to make sense of any challenges they are facing and support people experiencing a wide range of difficulties including
anxiety
, low mood, worries and
fears
, difficulties with behaviour and relationships, coping with life events and sleep problems. I offer an integrative approach informed by evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Narrative therapy, the Solihull Approach and Systemic approaches.
Rochelle Jutta Newington
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
It may not be visible but you are suffering inside, and you have taken the first courageous step, seeking a therapist. Life may seem OK and up to now you have managed but something inside is stirring, and its hard to carry on as you have been. You have been judged, not heard and felt worthless or invisible, and you may feel anxious, angry, depressed, detached, frightened, vulnerable, low self worth, unmotivated and unable to trust your own judgement right now. I believe you have an innate ability to be more, and can support you to work through these feelings. Take the next brave step if you are ready and call for a consultation.
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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 popular 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.