Anxiety Counselling in Braintree

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Matthew Jewitt
Counsellor, MBACP
I am an integrative counsellor, this means I am qualified in various therapies, this allows myself to work with you and vary approaches to suit you and to enhance your counselling sessions. My expertise lays in helping people explore their issues, assisting you in finding answers and unlocking solutions to help you soothe and overcome your personal issues, placing you where you want to be. I specialise in addiction counselling and treat all clients with an addiction issue in a person-centred way, which means every approach is tailored to suit you specifically as everyone has a different past and various approaches to suit everyone.
I am an integrative counsellor, this means I am qualified in various therapies, this allows myself to work with you and vary approaches to suit you and to enhance your counselling sessions. My expertise lays in helping people explore their issues, assisting you in finding answers and unlocking solutions to help you soothe and overcome your personal issues, placing you where you want to be. I specialise in addiction counselling and treat all clients with an addiction issue in a person-centred way, which means every approach is tailored to suit you specifically as everyone has a different past and various approaches to suit everyone.
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I also work for Anxiety UK, and Farleigh Hospice for bereavement counselling.
My clients come with a wide range of different issues. They need their own space to be able to talk to someone who is independent without being judged. My clients goals are to be able to overcome and hopefully resolve their difficulties so they can lead their best life possible. I think clients would like their therapists to focus on specific goals, to help give them structure, and strategies to help them cope with their problems. My goal as a therapist is to enable the client to make critical decisions regarding alternative courses of action without outside influence.
I also work for Anxiety UK, and Farleigh Hospice for bereavement counselling.
My clients come with a wide range of different issues. They need their own space to be able to talk to someone who is independent without being judged. My clients goals are to be able to overcome and hopefully resolve their difficulties so they can lead their best life possible. I think clients would like their therapists to focus on specific goals, to help give them structure, and strategies to help them cope with their problems. My goal as a therapist is to enable the client to make critical decisions regarding alternative courses of action without outside influence.
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Progressive Therapies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Are you struggling with aspects of your life? You may have already tried to talk about it with friends and family but you still feel unresolved. You might have issues that you feel you can only talk about in a safe and confidential space. There may be times when you feel absolutely fine but there are times when you can't cope from within and you don't understand it. We push difficult issues deep into our unconscious but it still influences our conscious lives. Are there significant events from your childhood that you can't find peace with in your present day? This can leave you feeling despair like you have no control.
Are you struggling with aspects of your life? You may have already tried to talk about it with friends and family but you still feel unresolved. You might have issues that you feel you can only talk about in a safe and confidential space. There may be times when you feel absolutely fine but there are times when you can't cope from within and you don't understand it. We push difficult issues deep into our unconscious but it still influences our conscious lives. Are there significant events from your childhood that you can't find peace with in your present day? This can leave you feeling despair like you have no control.
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Tim Peal
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Hello, You will find Counselling with me to be a warm and comfortable environment in which you can talk about your life safely. I believe that developing an honest and trusting relationship between counsellor and client is essential. My therapy is based on building an understanding of how your life up to today, has influenced how you feel, think and behave now. We will also look at understanding how the mind and body connection is working for you now and how you can improve that connection.
Hello, You will find Counselling with me to be a warm and comfortable environment in which you can talk about your life safely. I believe that developing an honest and trusting relationship between counsellor and client is essential. My therapy is based on building an understanding of how your life up to today, has influenced how you feel, think and behave now. We will also look at understanding how the mind and body connection is working for you now and how you can improve that connection.
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Rachel Anderson
Counsellor, MBACP
Braintree CM77
I work with clients who may be struggling with issues relating to relationships, self concept, boundaries, self esteem, anxiety, attachment, toxic relationships, abuse and trauma
Life often feels overwhelming, filled with challenges that tug at our inner peace. If you’ve been searching for a space to reconnect, to process, and to grow, I’m here to guide you with a holistic and empowering approach. My practice has evolved to go beyond traditional methods. My sessions now integrate a blend of talk therapy, hypnotherapy, and personalized self-guidance tools to empower you to take ownership of your healing process. At the heart of my work is the belief that transformation arises when we feel safe, seen, and supported.
I work with clients who may be struggling with issues relating to relationships, self concept, boundaries, self esteem, anxiety, attachment, toxic relationships, abuse and trauma
Life often feels overwhelming, filled with challenges that tug at our inner peace. If you’ve been searching for a space to reconnect, to process, and to grow, I’m here to guide you with a holistic and empowering approach. My practice has evolved to go beyond traditional methods. My sessions now integrate a blend of talk therapy, hypnotherapy, and personalized self-guidance tools to empower you to take ownership of your healing process. At the heart of my work is the belief that transformation arises when we feel safe, seen, and supported.
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Tamsin Cullen
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Braintree CM77
I use an integrative approach as I do not believe one style fits all. This means I will suggest utilising the most appropriate approach according to individual needs and wants. The main approaches I work with, but not limited to, are EMDR & CBT. My 'Intensives' offer the depth of long-term work in a condensed format, allowing space for insight, emotional processing, and lasting change; working in half/ full day or week blocks- for people who prefer taking time out to focus on accelerated change without the delay of years of weekly sessions (this isn't appropriate for every body and is on an individual basis).
I use an integrative approach as I do not believe one style fits all. This means I will suggest utilising the most appropriate approach according to individual needs and wants. The main approaches I work with, but not limited to, are EMDR & CBT. My 'Intensives' offer the depth of long-term work in a condensed format, allowing space for insight, emotional processing, and lasting change; working in half/ full day or week blocks- for people who prefer taking time out to focus on accelerated change without the delay of years of weekly sessions (this isn't appropriate for every body and is on an individual basis).
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Julia Esther Reidy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I am a fully qualified integratively trained Counsellor so can offer a wide variety of tools and support for anyone looking to resolve a particular issue or issues, seek clarification or learn ways to manage, to name a few: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem or anger.
If you are finding it difficult to cope with certain aspects of your life, I can offer you the time and space you need to speak freely and honestly. Together we can explore your thoughts and feelings using therapeutic approaches and tools best suited to you in order for you to move towards feeling more positive and in control.
I am a fully qualified integratively trained Counsellor so can offer a wide variety of tools and support for anyone looking to resolve a particular issue or issues, seek clarification or learn ways to manage, to name a few: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem or anger.
If you are finding it difficult to cope with certain aspects of your life, I can offer you the time and space you need to speak freely and honestly. Together we can explore your thoughts and feelings using therapeutic approaches and tools best suited to you in order for you to move towards feeling more positive and in control.
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Jacinta Deacon
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I offer both long term and short term sessions and have experience in working with a broad range of issues such as:- Anxiety, Depression and Low Mood, Trauma and Abuse Sexual Violence and Loss and Bereavement.
I am a BACP accredited psychodynamic counsellor and I offer a warm and welcoming space for you to explore any issues or difficulties you may be struggling with. I work with adults, couples and children age 11-18 and and have experience in working with a wide range of issues that may be linked to past experiences or stressors in the present. I have experience and understanding of working with neurodivergence particularly Autism and ADHD. My aim is to provide a confidential and comfortable place for you to safely explore any issues that are causing difficulties or distress.
I offer both long term and short term sessions and have experience in working with a broad range of issues such as:- Anxiety, Depression and Low Mood, Trauma and Abuse Sexual Violence and Loss and Bereavement.
I am a BACP accredited psychodynamic counsellor and I offer a warm and welcoming space for you to explore any issues or difficulties you may be struggling with. I work with adults, couples and children age 11-18 and and have experience in working with a wide range of issues that may be linked to past experiences or stressors in the present. I have experience and understanding of working with neurodivergence particularly Autism and ADHD. My aim is to provide a confidential and comfortable place for you to safely explore any issues that are causing difficulties or distress.
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Secure Base Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
To see more please visit my website at- www.securebasetherapy.com
To see more please visit my website at- www.securebasetherapy.com
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Kate Britten
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
This therapeutic approach is particularly effective for those experiencing anxiety, depression, or struggling to understand themselves on a deeper level.
I work with adolescents and adults. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or simply want to better understand yourself I can help provide the support and insight needed to move forward in a positive direction.
This therapeutic approach is particularly effective for those experiencing anxiety, depression, or struggling to understand themselves on a deeper level.
I work with adolescents and adults. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or simply want to better understand yourself I can help provide the support and insight needed to move forward in a positive direction.
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Dynamic-Minds Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
My areas of specialism include anxiety, depression, grief, early childhood trauma, and emotionally based school avoidance, with a focus on how early experiences and relationships shape emotional wellbeing across the lifespan.
Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
My areas of specialism include anxiety, depression, grief, early childhood trauma, and emotionally based school avoidance, with a focus on how early experiences and relationships shape emotional wellbeing across the lifespan.
Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
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Abbie O'Toole- Claddagh Counselling &Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Hi, I'm Abbie. I am passionate about making therapy more accessible to all so you can better work through the challenges that life throws at you. I believe that everyone deserves the chance to be content & fulfilled in life, unhampered by issues, past or present. We all need support and a helping hand at times to make this happen. This is why I offer counselling and psychotherapy to adults who are struggling with the challenges that life has thrown at them. My service is a professional, impartial, and totally confidential space for you to heal by expressing & exploring your emotions & find a positive way to move forward in life.
Hi, I'm Abbie. I am passionate about making therapy more accessible to all so you can better work through the challenges that life throws at you. I believe that everyone deserves the chance to be content & fulfilled in life, unhampered by issues, past or present. We all need support and a helping hand at times to make this happen. This is why I offer counselling and psychotherapy to adults who are struggling with the challenges that life has thrown at them. My service is a professional, impartial, and totally confidential space for you to heal by expressing & exploring your emotions & find a positive way to move forward in life.
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Ken Day
Counsellor
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have experience and training in Grief and Bereavement (esp. loss of a child), PTSD, Anger Management, Relationships, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Addiction, Coping With Change and Personal Development.
“Ken is an exceptional therapist who truly stands out for his authenticity and direct approach. He combines unwavering honesty with insightful, straightforward guidance, making him not just a therapist but a life-changer. His support is rooted in both respect and raw, constructive feedback, allowing for real growth. What makes Ken is remarkable is his ability to connect deeply with his clients, offering clarity and practical advice while always keeping things genuine and transparent. His impact is profound, empowering people to navigate life's challenges with confidence."
I have experience and training in Grief and Bereavement (esp. loss of a child), PTSD, Anger Management, Relationships, Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Addiction, Coping With Change and Personal Development.
“Ken is an exceptional therapist who truly stands out for his authenticity and direct approach. He combines unwavering honesty with insightful, straightforward guidance, making him not just a therapist but a life-changer. His support is rooted in both respect and raw, constructive feedback, allowing for real growth. What makes Ken is remarkable is his ability to connect deeply with his clients, offering clarity and practical advice while always keeping things genuine and transparent. His impact is profound, empowering people to navigate life's challenges with confidence."
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Dr Lara Lopes de Jesus
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and burnout.
I offer integrative psychological therapy tailored to your needs, drawing on CBT, CFT, psychodynamic thinking, and IFS. I help you understand unhelpful patterns, reduce distress, and build emotional resilience, while working at a pace that feels safe, collaborative, and supportive.
I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and burnout.
I offer integrative psychological therapy tailored to your needs, drawing on CBT, CFT, psychodynamic thinking, and IFS. I help you understand unhelpful patterns, reduce distress, and build emotional resilience, while working at a pace that feels safe, collaborative, and supportive.
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Gillian Louise Dubock
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am here to support you through depression, anxiety, life stress and trauma.
I have worked for 12 years in psychological therapies and can offer high quality CBT, counselling and EMDR. At the core of my work is an emphasis on the therapy relationship. I am a warm, compassionate person with the belief that having a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to progress and making change in therapy.
I am here to support you through depression, anxiety, life stress and trauma.
I have worked for 12 years in psychological therapies and can offer high quality CBT, counselling and EMDR. At the core of my work is an emphasis on the therapy relationship. I am a warm, compassionate person with the belief that having a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to progress and making change in therapy.
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Nicola Harbridge
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Discovering what is important for you as an individual and learning to identify and use your inner resources to cope in times of stress, anxiety, bereavement, depression and emotional upheaval such as divorce, redundancy or retirement are just a few of the benefits of counselling.
As an integrative therapist, I work holistically by integrating different therapy skills into my practice in order to provide a service which will suit individual needs. In my training I have developed a skills set which includes; online therapy, outdoor eco-therapy, solution focused therapy, behavioural therapy, EFT, creative arts therapy and coaching.
Discovering what is important for you as an individual and learning to identify and use your inner resources to cope in times of stress, anxiety, bereavement, depression and emotional upheaval such as divorce, redundancy or retirement are just a few of the benefits of counselling.
As an integrative therapist, I work holistically by integrating different therapy skills into my practice in order to provide a service which will suit individual needs. In my training I have developed a skills set which includes; online therapy, outdoor eco-therapy, solution focused therapy, behavioural therapy, EFT, creative arts therapy and coaching.
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Katie Fry
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
It can feel daunting to reach out for support so if you're here reading this, you've already taken an empowering first step. My name is Katie and I’m a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. I use an integrative approach combining Person-Centred support, Psychodynamic insight and CBT techniques, as well as Inner Child, Hypnotherapy, Creative and Play Therapy. Working with a range of different modalities means I adapt to what suits YOU best. I work with adults, children and young people, supporting a range of different needs, issues, challenges and experiences.
It can feel daunting to reach out for support so if you're here reading this, you've already taken an empowering first step. My name is Katie and I’m a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. I use an integrative approach combining Person-Centred support, Psychodynamic insight and CBT techniques, as well as Inner Child, Hypnotherapy, Creative and Play Therapy. Working with a range of different modalities means I adapt to what suits YOU best. I work with adults, children and young people, supporting a range of different needs, issues, challenges and experiences.
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Dr Jack Closs
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I offer specialist trauma-informed therapies for anxiety, depression, confidence, anger, relationship issues, neurodiversity including ADHD, PTSD, complex-PTSD, addictions, and more.
As a trauma psychologist, my experience and training has taught me that stuck patterns are usually the result of responses to past wounds, or situations in which we couldn't get our needs met. These wounds can often be held in the nervous system but not explicitly remembered. I help people to form compassionate understanding of their particular patterns, and how they are organised around such traumas. From this position the people I work with have the opportunity to heal what hasn't been healed, and find the internal harmony needed to make the changes they may want to make.
I offer specialist trauma-informed therapies for anxiety, depression, confidence, anger, relationship issues, neurodiversity including ADHD, PTSD, complex-PTSD, addictions, and more.
As a trauma psychologist, my experience and training has taught me that stuck patterns are usually the result of responses to past wounds, or situations in which we couldn't get our needs met. These wounds can often be held in the nervous system but not explicitly remembered. I help people to form compassionate understanding of their particular patterns, and how they are organised around such traumas. From this position the people I work with have the opportunity to heal what hasn't been healed, and find the internal harmony needed to make the changes they may want to make.
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Michele Gazmuri-Symmes
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer compassionate support with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, trauma, grief, self-harm, identity, ADHD, autism, family conflict, and relationship difficulties.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile. I support children, teenagers, parents, and couples through life’s challenges. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, unsure how to support your child, or finding it difficult to reconnect with your partner. As a BACP-registered therapist at Castle Counselling, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can gently explore what’s going on.
I offer compassionate support with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, trauma, grief, self-harm, identity, ADHD, autism, family conflict, and relationship difficulties.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile. I support children, teenagers, parents, and couples through life’s challenges. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, unsure how to support your child, or finding it difficult to reconnect with your partner. As a BACP-registered therapist at Castle Counselling, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can gently explore what’s going on.
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Angela Carter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I offer one to one counselling sessions in Coggeshall to individuals over the age of 17 years. In a confidential space, where I will encourage you to talk about whatever is troubling you, together we will work through it, whatever it is. We can work on bringing about lasting change, so you can get on with your life. I have been in private practice since 2008, worked for 6 years within an NHS contract offering NICE approved Counselling for Depression, and 4 years as a counselling service manager. I have extensive knowledge and understanding of the complex nature of mental health.
I offer one to one counselling sessions in Coggeshall to individuals over the age of 17 years. In a confidential space, where I will encourage you to talk about whatever is troubling you, together we will work through it, whatever it is. We can work on bringing about lasting change, so you can get on with your life. I have been in private practice since 2008, worked for 6 years within an NHS contract offering NICE approved Counselling for Depression, and 4 years as a counselling service manager. I have extensive knowledge and understanding of the complex nature of mental health.
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Anxiety Counsellors
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.

What are the most common types of treatment 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.

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.