Anxiety Counselling in Darlington
Are you holding things together on the outside while feeling anxious,
overwhelmed, stuck or misunderstood underneath?
I am an integrative, trauma informed counsellor with 25 years in health and social care, and over 30 years of Buddhist practice and meditation. Where it feels helpful, I may also bring in relaxation, guided imagery, mindfulness, music, or walk-and-talk sessions to help you feel more at ease and more able to connect with what's going on.
Are you holding things together on the outside while feeling anxious,
overwhelmed, stuck or misunderstood underneath?
I am an integrative, trauma informed counsellor with 25 years in health and social care, and over 30 years of Buddhist practice and meditation. Where it feels helpful, I may also bring in relaxation, guided imagery, mindfulness, music, or walk-and-talk sessions to help you feel more at ease and more able to connect with what's going on.
I am an affordable, Pluralistic Counsellor. I believe everyone is unique, people learn and communicate in different ways. Therefore, I will adapt the style of counselling to suit your needs. My aim is to help you develop skills which can be used outside of the counselling session, this can also be beneficial to deal with any future problems you may face.
I am an affordable, Pluralistic Counsellor. I believe everyone is unique, people learn and communicate in different ways. Therefore, I will adapt the style of counselling to suit your needs. My aim is to help you develop skills which can be used outside of the counselling session, this can also be beneficial to deal with any future problems you may face.
Supporting adults with depression, anxiety, trauma & PTSD to Feel Calm, Confident and Back in Control.
You might be:
Experiencing persistent anxiety or panic.
Living with the effects of trauma or PTSD.
Struggling with low mood or loss of motivation.
Feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward.
Avoiding situations that once felt manageable.
Together, we work to understand what’s keeping you stuck and build tools that genuinely help in day-to-day life.
Supporting adults with depression, anxiety, trauma & PTSD to Feel Calm, Confident and Back in Control.
You might be:
Experiencing persistent anxiety or panic.
Living with the effects of trauma or PTSD.
Struggling with low mood or loss of motivation.
Feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to move forward.
Avoiding situations that once felt manageable.
Together, we work to understand what’s keeping you stuck and build tools that genuinely help in day-to-day life.
I work with people who are struggling with life's challenges, including difficult life transitions, anxiety about the future and relationships.
Whether you are struggling with a specific issue, low mood or a desire to make sense of life, I am here to help. Through our therapeutic relationship, you will have the opportunity to better understand your life experiences and the dynamics of your relationships. You will be able to develop more compassion for yourself, build greater emotional resilience, let go of past pain and bring forth your innate wisdom and strength to rediscover your authentic self.
I work with people who are struggling with life's challenges, including difficult life transitions, anxiety about the future and relationships.
Whether you are struggling with a specific issue, low mood or a desire to make sense of life, I am here to help. Through our therapeutic relationship, you will have the opportunity to better understand your life experiences and the dynamics of your relationships. You will be able to develop more compassion for yourself, build greater emotional resilience, let go of past pain and bring forth your innate wisdom and strength to rediscover your authentic self.
Often individuals will seek therapy because they feel unable to cope with the stresses of life or adjusting to a big change, not like 'their old self', isolated from others, worried or lost or just needing someone to listen.
I use evidence based therapy with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, panic, worry, low mood, low self esteem, relationship concerns, phobias, bereavements, stress, PTSD, Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety or OCD to name just a few. I am able to work in the short or longer term depending on your needs and wishes in person or online.
Often individuals will seek therapy because they feel unable to cope with the stresses of life or adjusting to a big change, not like 'their old self', isolated from others, worried or lost or just needing someone to listen.
I use evidence based therapy with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, panic, worry, low mood, low self esteem, relationship concerns, phobias, bereavements, stress, PTSD, Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety or OCD to name just a few. I am able to work in the short or longer term depending on your needs and wishes in person or online.
I have helped many people, both in private practice and the NHS, overcome problems including those related to anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, relationships, stress, low self-esteem, loss, life transitions, or medically unexplained symptoms.
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy draws on the concepts of psychoanalysis to help you understand and resolve your problems by increasing awareness of how your past can influence relationships and experiences in the present. It differs from other therapies and counselling in aiming for deep seated change in personality and emotional development.
I have helped many people, both in private practice and the NHS, overcome problems including those related to anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, relationships, stress, low self-esteem, loss, life transitions, or medically unexplained symptoms.
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy draws on the concepts of psychoanalysis to help you understand and resolve your problems by increasing awareness of how your past can influence relationships and experiences in the present. It differs from other therapies and counselling in aiming for deep seated change in personality and emotional development.
Whether it's burnout, ADHD, anxiety, stress, or something you haven't quite named yet, you deserve support.
I specialise in burnout, stress, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma, supporting adults across a wide range of difficulties. As a BACP-registered counsellor, clinical hypnotherapist, and life coach, I offer an integrative approach tailored to you. I also offer a free telephone consultation so you can get a feel for how I work before committing to anything.
Whether it's burnout, ADHD, anxiety, stress, or something you haven't quite named yet, you deserve support.
I specialise in burnout, stress, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma, supporting adults across a wide range of difficulties. As a BACP-registered counsellor, clinical hypnotherapist, and life coach, I offer an integrative approach tailored to you. I also offer a free telephone consultation so you can get a feel for how I work before committing to anything.
Feeling stuck in overthinking, anxiety or low self-esteem?
I help adults struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt and relationship difficulties. Together we explore the patterns behind your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so they begin to make more sense. With greater understanding, clients often feel more confident, less overwhelmed and better able to move forward.
Feeling stuck in overthinking, anxiety or low self-esteem?
I help adults struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt and relationship difficulties. Together we explore the patterns behind your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so they begin to make more sense. With greater understanding, clients often feel more confident, less overwhelmed and better able to move forward.
I am a qualified Counselling Psychologist delivering a variety of therapies in Darlington. My aim is to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore your current difficulties thereby, facilitating your journey to improved well-being and happiness. I believe the key element for positive therapy is a good therapeutic relationship between my clients and myself. Therapy is designed to meet your individual needs and at a pace that is appropriate to your needs. Initial appointments are offered at a reduced rate in order for you to decide whether therapy is right for you at this time.
I am a qualified Counselling Psychologist delivering a variety of therapies in Darlington. My aim is to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore your current difficulties thereby, facilitating your journey to improved well-being and happiness. I believe the key element for positive therapy is a good therapeutic relationship between my clients and myself. Therapy is designed to meet your individual needs and at a pace that is appropriate to your needs. Initial appointments are offered at a reduced rate in order for you to decide whether therapy is right for you at this time.
I support individuals who feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or unheard.
Working collaboratively through counselling and psychotherapy can reduce confusion and ease feelings of overwhelm and anxiety. Trained in EMDR for trauma, I support you in building self-awareness, making sense of past experiences, and integrating painful experiences to help you move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
I support individuals who feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or unheard.
Working collaboratively through counselling and psychotherapy can reduce confusion and ease feelings of overwhelm and anxiety. Trained in EMDR for trauma, I support you in building self-awareness, making sense of past experiences, and integrating painful experiences to help you move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
With a focus on Anxiety and Depression and it's impact on mental health.
I offer a safe space for clients who identify on the Autism Spectrum, and clients who have ADHD. It is important to me to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels understood and supported, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. I have developed a unique approach to therapy that empowers clients to overcome obstacles and heal.
With a focus on Anxiety and Depression and it's impact on mental health.
I offer a safe space for clients who identify on the Autism Spectrum, and clients who have ADHD. It is important to me to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels understood and supported, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. I have developed a unique approach to therapy that empowers clients to overcome obstacles and heal.
One of the things I love about EMDR is that it puts you, the client, in control, (something we may not have had very much of when our traumas were taking place). EMDR does not delete memories but simply changes the way painful memories are stored, so that when we think about them, they no longer trigger negative emotions or sensations. As my mother once said, you can go around it, under it or over it but at some point, you must go through it. I wish you strength and healing on your journey.
One of the things I love about EMDR is that it puts you, the client, in control, (something we may not have had very much of when our traumas were taking place). EMDR does not delete memories but simply changes the way painful memories are stored, so that when we think about them, they no longer trigger negative emotions or sensations. As my mother once said, you can go around it, under it or over it but at some point, you must go through it. I wish you strength and healing on your journey.
Counsellor, HICBT & EMDR therapist
Hi im Sharon. I offer a warm non-judgemental space where you can explore and express what's troubling you. Sometimes you might become stuck and not really know why or how to change your situation. At other times you might be looking for someone to provide support because of something specific.
Counsellor, HICBT & EMDR therapist
Hi im Sharon. I offer a warm non-judgemental space where you can explore and express what's troubling you. Sometimes you might become stuck and not really know why or how to change your situation. At other times you might be looking for someone to provide support because of something specific.
Anxiety, panic attacks , Depression Relationships
I offer expert help for anxiety related disorders ,including panic attack,
I am able to deliver a broad range of tried and tested therapeutic techniques, to alleviate your anxiety, which can be triggered by various issues, such as work, health, relationships, loss to name a few.
strugg
I have certificates in Hypnotherapy and psychotherapy working with the conscious and unconscious mind, this can be helpful with a number of issues. Counselling can be helpful when dealing with Stress, anxiety, and depression, these are often linked to various things such as work ,relationships, health, loss, to name a few.
Anxiety, panic attacks , Depression Relationships
I offer expert help for anxiety related disorders ,including panic attack,
I am able to deliver a broad range of tried and tested therapeutic techniques, to alleviate your anxiety, which can be triggered by various issues, such as work, health, relationships, loss to name a few.
strugg
I have certificates in Hypnotherapy and psychotherapy working with the conscious and unconscious mind, this can be helpful with a number of issues. Counselling can be helpful when dealing with Stress, anxiety, and depression, these are often linked to various things such as work ,relationships, health, loss, to name a few.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or identity exploration, I am here to help.
Neuro divergent Identity & Self-Understanding (Autism, ADHD) - Anxiety & Stress Management - Depression - Trauma - Relationship difficulties - Self-Esteem & Personal Growth - Life Transitions. Many neuro divergent individuals (including those with ADHD, autism, or sensory processing differences) struggle with feeling misunderstood or out of place.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or identity exploration, I am here to help.
Neuro divergent Identity & Self-Understanding (Autism, ADHD) - Anxiety & Stress Management - Depression - Trauma - Relationship difficulties - Self-Esteem & Personal Growth - Life Transitions. Many neuro divergent individuals (including those with ADHD, autism, or sensory processing differences) struggle with feeling misunderstood or out of place.
Perhaps you are tired of feeling anxious, low or have experienced a difficult life event which you are struggling to cope with.
I believe that we are all unique and a product of our own subjective experience. I work with you to find out what you would like to achieve from your therapy and tailor the sessions accordingly. I take an integrative approach which means I incorporate elements of different therapies such as EMDR, CBT, psychodynamic therapy on Person-Centred Base.
Perhaps you are tired of feeling anxious, low or have experienced a difficult life event which you are struggling to cope with.
I believe that we are all unique and a product of our own subjective experience. I work with you to find out what you would like to achieve from your therapy and tailor the sessions accordingly. I take an integrative approach which means I incorporate elements of different therapies such as EMDR, CBT, psychodynamic therapy on Person-Centred Base.
Hello, I have current appointments available to work with a range of your worries, anxieties, loneliness, depression , self-harm and relationship difficulties.
I am also co founder of CJ Therapeutic Productions Ltd’
Hello, I have current appointments available to work with a range of your worries, anxieties, loneliness, depression , self-harm and relationship difficulties.
I am also co founder of CJ Therapeutic Productions Ltd’
I work with adults and children experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, eating distress and grief.
I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Using Integrative Psychotherapy and Transactional Analysis, we uncover how past experiences affect you in the here and now, and work on building self-awareness and coping skills. Therapy is tailored to you, focusing on your development, growth, and resilience.
I work with adults and children experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, eating distress and grief.
I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Using Integrative Psychotherapy and Transactional Analysis, we uncover how past experiences affect you in the here and now, and work on building self-awareness and coping skills. Therapy is tailored to you, focusing on your development, growth, and resilience.
I am a Psychological Therapist specialising in solution focused therapy. If you are seeking change and positive growth such as developing confidence or healthy self-esteem, we will work strategically to move you towards your goals. Creating a stronger sense of who you are and what you want, will help you to move forward with your life. Many life experiences, however simple or traumatic, can keep us stuck; we will explore and address what needs to be released, healed and developed in order to align you with your most authentic self and best life. My work is a complete integrated approach to mind/body/spirit wellness.
I am a Psychological Therapist specialising in solution focused therapy. If you are seeking change and positive growth such as developing confidence or healthy self-esteem, we will work strategically to move you towards your goals. Creating a stronger sense of who you are and what you want, will help you to move forward with your life. Many life experiences, however simple or traumatic, can keep us stuck; we will explore and address what needs to be released, healed and developed in order to align you with your most authentic self and best life. My work is a complete integrated approach to mind/body/spirit wellness.
Different people obviously find different things difficult but what everyone shares are the natural responses of feeling distressed, confused, anxious and lost.
My experience is supported by professional qualifications in therapy, clinical supervision and accreditations with the BACP and IPT UK. I have experience in both NHS and private services. Through extensive training and numerous years of professional experience, I believe I have the credentials to support you in managing your life and mental health.
Different people obviously find different things difficult but what everyone shares are the natural responses of feeling distressed, confused, anxious and lost.
My experience is supported by professional qualifications in therapy, clinical supervision and accreditations with the BACP and IPT UK. I have experience in both NHS and private services. Through extensive training and numerous years of professional experience, I believe I have the credentials to support you in managing your life and mental health.
Nearby Anxiety Counsellors Searches for Darlington
- Barnard Castle
- Billingham
- Bishop Auckland
- Catterick Garrison
- Durham
- Newton Aycliffe
- Northallerton
- Richmond (North Yorkshire)
- Spennymoor
- Stockton-on-Tees
- Thornaby
- Yarm
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.