Anxiety Counselling in Chelmsford

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Mandy Rose
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Life throws up things that we don’t expect, testing our resilience and ability to overcome situations that are often not of our own making. Talking can be key in understanding your predicament and help you move forward. That old saying "a problem shared is a problem halved" really is true. Talking about a problem makes it seem less daunting or troubling. As a counsellor I can offer you that safe, secure place to talk and help you find the right way for you.
Life throws up things that we don’t expect, testing our resilience and ability to overcome situations that are often not of our own making. Talking can be key in understanding your predicament and help you move forward. That old saying "a problem shared is a problem halved" really is true. Talking about a problem makes it seem less daunting or troubling. As a counsellor I can offer you that safe, secure place to talk and help you find the right way for you.
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Lynda P Gooby
Counsellor, MBACP
I work with a range of issues including: Anxiety Bereavement & loss Childhood trauma Coping with illness & long term health conditions Depression Domestic abuse Loss of direction in life Low self-esteem Phobias Redundancy Relationship difficulties.
Qualified 2011. I am an experienced/accredited Clinical and Transpersonal Hypnotherapist. Hypnotherapy is the application of visualisation and relaxation techniques combined with psychotherapeutic treatment strategies. My therapeutic approach is based on eclectic principles which means that I have the capability to draw on a wide range of methodology.
I work with a range of issues including: Anxiety Bereavement & loss Childhood trauma Coping with illness & long term health conditions Depression Domestic abuse Loss of direction in life Low self-esteem Phobias Redundancy Relationship difficulties.
Qualified 2011. I am an experienced/accredited Clinical and Transpersonal Hypnotherapist. Hypnotherapy is the application of visualisation and relaxation techniques combined with psychotherapeutic treatment strategies. My therapeutic approach is based on eclectic principles which means that I have the capability to draw on a wide range of methodology.
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Think Feel Act (Carl Kim)
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
I specialise in Anxiety (including social, health, stress, work-place) • Low-mood / Depression • Trauma • Low self-esteem • Alcohol, Drugs dependency • Gambling, Masturbation & other Addictions • Relationship issues • ADHD / ADD • Autism / ASD & other Neurodiversities • Loss & Grief.
I'm based in north Chelmsford, Essex, and also see clients online. At www.ThinkFeelAct.Life you can read more about me and my practice. I offer a free, initial 30-minute phone consultation (no follow-up obligation) so you can get a feel for how we'd work together. I welcome you to contact me (and I'll reply within hours on the same day).
I specialise in Anxiety (including social, health, stress, work-place) • Low-mood / Depression • Trauma • Low self-esteem • Alcohol, Drugs dependency • Gambling, Masturbation & other Addictions • Relationship issues • ADHD / ADD • Autism / ASD & other Neurodiversities • Loss & Grief.
I'm based in north Chelmsford, Essex, and also see clients online. At www.ThinkFeelAct.Life you can read more about me and my practice. I offer a free, initial 30-minute phone consultation (no follow-up obligation) so you can get a feel for how we'd work together. I welcome you to contact me (and I'll reply within hours on the same day).
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Dr Lara Lopes de Jesus
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
2 Endorsed
I have practised at multiple psychotherapy services, including charities, private sector and NHS primary and secondary care, focusing on issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, abuse, chronic illness, relationships and bereavement.
Contact me if you want to let go of dysfunctional relationship patterns, irrational beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviours, and want to replace them with a more positive, conscious and proactive mode of being that leads to greater happiness and wellness. I am a highly trained and experienced Counselling Psychologist with 15 years of practice across various clinical settings, including the NHS, private practice, and third-sector organisations. I have a particular interest in helping individuals navigate relationship difficulties, often rooted in childhood trauma or neglect.
I have practised at multiple psychotherapy services, including charities, private sector and NHS primary and secondary care, focusing on issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, abuse, chronic illness, relationships and bereavement.
Contact me if you want to let go of dysfunctional relationship patterns, irrational beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviours, and want to replace them with a more positive, conscious and proactive mode of being that leads to greater happiness and wellness. I am a highly trained and experienced Counselling Psychologist with 15 years of practice across various clinical settings, including the NHS, private practice, and third-sector organisations. I have a particular interest in helping individuals navigate relationship difficulties, often rooted in childhood trauma or neglect.
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Chelmsford Talking Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with acute anxiety, depression, panic attacks, bereavement, work related and personal stress, anger problems and difficulties relating to trauma/PTSD.
My practice involves gentle, non-oppressive exploration into a client’s inner world taking into account your individual belief system, relational and inter-relational history, childhood experiences/significant figures in your childhood, and how this may relate / impact the here and now and how you view the world around you.
I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with acute anxiety, depression, panic attacks, bereavement, work related and personal stress, anger problems and difficulties relating to trauma/PTSD.
My practice involves gentle, non-oppressive exploration into a client’s inner world taking into account your individual belief system, relational and inter-relational history, childhood experiences/significant figures in your childhood, and how this may relate / impact the here and now and how you view the world around you.
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Elizabeth Anne Lawrence
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Whether you’re facing an immediate crisis—such as a relationship breakdown, bereavement, or addiction—or dealing with long-term challenges like low mood, anxiety, depression, or the need for professional change, I am here to support you.
I offer effective therapy in a wider variety of areas, including: depression, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, family difficulties, bereavement, addictions. I offer counselling, coaching to teachers, students with exam stress, panic and anxiety around school/university, seeing effective results in teens. I work with mature students changing careers.
Whether you’re facing an immediate crisis—such as a relationship breakdown, bereavement, or addiction—or dealing with long-term challenges like low mood, anxiety, depression, or the need for professional change, I am here to support you.
I offer effective therapy in a wider variety of areas, including: depression, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, family difficulties, bereavement, addictions. I offer counselling, coaching to teachers, students with exam stress, panic and anxiety around school/university, seeing effective results in teens. I work with mature students changing careers.
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Mark Prestney CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Waitlist for new clients
Mark is enthusiastic in working with the wide range of issues with CBT such as Anxiety – generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, health anxiety, death anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, hoarding, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, body dysmorphic disorder and phobias.
Sometimes, we need a little help along the way - a caring, attentive ear with a safe pair of hands often can help with an empathetic, considerate, respectful and confidential space to help enable you to manage better with the challenges being faced. Mark is a firm believer in the importance and the power of the therapeutic relationship.
Mark is enthusiastic in working with the wide range of issues with CBT such as Anxiety – generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, health anxiety, death anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, hoarding, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, body dysmorphic disorder and phobias.
Sometimes, we need a little help along the way - a caring, attentive ear with a safe pair of hands often can help with an empathetic, considerate, respectful and confidential space to help enable you to manage better with the challenges being faced. Mark is a firm believer in the importance and the power of the therapeutic relationship.
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Dr Emma Thompson
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
We will work towards cultivating a ‘new normal’ and develop strategies for managing understandable anxiety, low mood, and a sense of ‘stuckness’.
I also support individuals experiencing general anxiety and low mood. I draw upon structured CBT principles to help you understand the intrinsic links between your emotions, thoughts, and behaviours, helping you develop practical tools to navigate life challenges.
We will work towards cultivating a ‘new normal’ and develop strategies for managing understandable anxiety, low mood, and a sense of ‘stuckness’.
I also support individuals experiencing general anxiety and low mood. I draw upon structured CBT principles to help you understand the intrinsic links between your emotions, thoughts, and behaviours, helping you develop practical tools to navigate life challenges.
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Paul Gledhill
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Are you struggling with Anxiety or Depression?
I offer a secure, discrete and safe place to discuss your concerns and challenges. I don't discuss them with your employer and your sessions are confidential. I respect my clients and am not judgemental. I work hard to build trust. I work with adults from all backgrounds and specialise in the matters related to the military and emergence services.
Are you struggling with Anxiety or Depression?
I offer a secure, discrete and safe place to discuss your concerns and challenges. I don't discuss them with your employer and your sessions are confidential. I respect my clients and am not judgemental. I work hard to build trust. I work with adults from all backgrounds and specialise in the matters related to the military and emergence services.
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Nicola Gilbey
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Life is difficult at the best of times but we are living through harsh times at the moment, which is creating stress and anxiety in many people.
I am an Integrative therapist which means your sessions will be tailored to your specific requirements. I am trained and qualified in more than one modality, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and PsychoDynamic Counselling. We will build a unique therapeutic relationship enabling us to explore whatever you bring in to therapy.
Life is difficult at the best of times but we are living through harsh times at the moment, which is creating stress and anxiety in many people.
I am an Integrative therapist which means your sessions will be tailored to your specific requirements. I am trained and qualified in more than one modality, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and PsychoDynamic Counselling. We will build a unique therapeutic relationship enabling us to explore whatever you bring in to therapy.
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Cara Japon Mbacp Gmbpss
Counsellor, BACP
  I have helped many clients who have had a diagnosis of PTSD and extreme anxiety, to overcome their trauma and markedly reduce their anxiety.
I have over 11 years experience of working with Carers/family members or friends who care for their loved ones who are living with Dementia. I offer individual, family and relationship counselling. I also offer family/group therapy (up to 3) for people who have recently been diagnosed with Dementia/Alzheimer's and their families.
  I have helped many clients who have had a diagnosis of PTSD and extreme anxiety, to overcome their trauma and markedly reduce their anxiety.
I have over 11 years experience of working with Carers/family members or friends who care for their loved ones who are living with Dementia. I offer individual, family and relationship counselling. I also offer family/group therapy (up to 3) for people who have recently been diagnosed with Dementia/Alzheimer's and their families.
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Diane Munday
Counsellor, MBACP
Most clients that I see are suffering with anxiety, depression and stress.
I am a fully qualified counsellor working within the integrative model which means that I tailor the session to suit your needs that includes Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Psychodynamics and Person-Centred Therapy. I have many years experience working with clients from all backgrounds, and presenting problems.
Most clients that I see are suffering with anxiety, depression and stress.
I am a fully qualified counsellor working within the integrative model which means that I tailor the session to suit your needs that includes Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Psychodynamics and Person-Centred Therapy. I have many years experience working with clients from all backgrounds, and presenting problems.
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Tamsin Cullen
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
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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The Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness.
I offer both in person counselling based in Chelmsford for individuals, couples and neurodivergent adults. I am central, free parking and a warm, cosy and safe environment. I can also offer online or telephone counselling for individuals who live further away and cannot get to Chelmsford.
I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness.
I offer both in person counselling based in Chelmsford for individuals, couples and neurodivergent adults. I am central, free parking and a warm, cosy and safe environment. I can also offer online or telephone counselling for individuals who live further away and cannot get to Chelmsford.
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Gillian Louise Dubock
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
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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Victoria Hirst
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
I support people in overcoming depression as well as a variety of anxiety disorders including panic disorder, social phobia, PTSD, OCD and Generalised Anxiety Disorder.
Using evidence based cognitive behavioural protocols and drawing from other therapeutic modalities such as compassion focused theory and acceptance and mindfulness strategies I can provide a safe space for you to explore your difficulties and support you in making active, positive changes in your life to attain your goals.
I support people in overcoming depression as well as a variety of anxiety disorders including panic disorder, social phobia, PTSD, OCD and Generalised Anxiety Disorder.
Using evidence based cognitive behavioural protocols and drawing from other therapeutic modalities such as compassion focused theory and acceptance and mindfulness strategies I can provide a safe space for you to explore your difficulties and support you in making active, positive changes in your life to attain your goals.
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The Willow Practice
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
The sessions provided will enable you to understand and choose to think differently about your life and help you to alleviate stress, anxiety and so much more
Led by Vanessa Jarrett the practice provides a calming, empathic and non-judgemental environment. With over 20 years experience you will be able to see the depth of knowledge, support and commitment we are able to provide. By all means call or email to find out more free of charge.
The sessions provided will enable you to understand and choose to think differently about your life and help you to alleviate stress, anxiety and so much more
Led by Vanessa Jarrett the practice provides a calming, empathic and non-judgemental environment. With over 20 years experience you will be able to see the depth of knowledge, support and commitment we are able to provide. By all means call or email to find out more free of charge.
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Counselling with Angela
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
I offer a safe, non judgmental, confidential environment for my you to explore your issues, worries and concerns.
It's OK to not be OK. Whatever you're going through, counselling can help. We all have a past, a present, and a future. Our past can affect our present and our present can affect our future. Whether your past is causing issues here and now, or if you are currently experiencing difficulties now that may affect your future, you are not alone. I am trained and qualified in various techniques and use an integrative approach - using a combination of techniques, tailored to meet the needs of each individual. This is the most effective way to get positive results.
I offer a safe, non judgmental, confidential environment for my you to explore your issues, worries and concerns.
It's OK to not be OK. Whatever you're going through, counselling can help. We all have a past, a present, and a future. Our past can affect our present and our present can affect our future. Whether your past is causing issues here and now, or if you are currently experiencing difficulties now that may affect your future, you are not alone. I am trained and qualified in various techniques and use an integrative approach - using a combination of techniques, tailored to meet the needs of each individual. This is the most effective way to get positive results.
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Trauma Psychologist - Dr Noreen Dera
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
On paper, your life works but something still feels off. Maybe you’re doing all the right things, but you’ve lost the spark. Perhaps you notice the same patterns repeating and you are ready to break free of them. Our sessions together can be a place to figure things out, to untangle the thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that have left you feeling lost, disconnected or uncertain. I offer a warm, calm and compassionate space to help you understand yourself more deeply, reconnect with what matters, and create lasting change from the inside and out.
On paper, your life works but something still feels off. Maybe you’re doing all the right things, but you’ve lost the spark. Perhaps you notice the same patterns repeating and you are ready to break free of them. Our sessions together can be a place to figure things out, to untangle the thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that have left you feeling lost, disconnected or uncertain. I offer a warm, calm and compassionate space to help you understand yourself more deeply, reconnect with what matters, and create lasting change from the inside and out.
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Ayfer Kamat
Counsellor, MBACP
I am a qualified integrative counsellor and offer therapy to adults and young people (min. age 18). My core belief is that everyone is capable and deserving of positive change in their life. I am trained in a number of therapeutic modalities. I find that, just as each individual is unique, so too is the therapeutic experience. I am able to tailor these techniques to meet your individual needs. The therapeutic relationship is very much an alliance; one in which we can work collectively to explore your sense of self and empower you to gain the tools and awareness you need to make positive changes in your life.
I am a qualified integrative counsellor and offer therapy to adults and young people (min. age 18). My core belief is that everyone is capable and deserving of positive change in their life. I am trained in a number of therapeutic modalities. I find that, just as each individual is unique, so too is the therapeutic experience. I am able to tailor these techniques to meet your individual needs. The therapeutic relationship is very much an alliance; one in which we can work collectively to explore your sense of self and empower you to gain the tools and awareness you need to make positive changes in your life.
01245 967665 View 01245 967665

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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.