Anxiety Counselling in Dunstable

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Cesar Bueno
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or weighed down by depression after a difficult life event or relationship struggle?
I specialise in helping people who are experiencing anxiety and depression linked to life transitions, loss, relationship difficulties, or unresolved emotional pain. My approach is Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), a focused, evidence-based therapy that helps us gently uncover and work through the underlying
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or weighed down by depression after a difficult life event or relationship struggle?
I specialise in helping people who are experiencing anxiety and depression linked to life transitions, loss, relationship difficulties, or unresolved emotional pain. My approach is Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), a focused, evidence-based therapy that helps us gently uncover and work through the underlying
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Madeleine Rollason
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Thank you for visiting my profile, I know that it can be quite daunting to look for support particularly when you're feeling vulnerable and with so many practitioners to choose from. Sometimes life can be tough, we can get confused, low or stressed and can't seem to find our way, it's at these times that counselling can be useful and help us understand our emotions and help us get back in control.
Thank you for visiting my profile, I know that it can be quite daunting to look for support particularly when you're feeling vulnerable and with so many practitioners to choose from. Sometimes life can be tough, we can get confused, low or stressed and can't seem to find our way, it's at these times that counselling can be useful and help us understand our emotions and help us get back in control.
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Michelle Wood
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
You are unique, with an individual set of experiences, circumstances and history. Together we can explore how you are feeling, the challenges you face and work towards the outcomes that are important to you. I will sit with you and build a therapeutic relationship that can enable you to express your feelings, paying attention to what you need and think. I enjoy my work with couples, adults and young people.
You are unique, with an individual set of experiences, circumstances and history. Together we can explore how you are feeling, the challenges you face and work towards the outcomes that are important to you. I will sit with you and build a therapeutic relationship that can enable you to express your feelings, paying attention to what you need and think. I enjoy my work with couples, adults and young people.
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Serendipity Psychology Ltd Beds and Bucks
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already feeling anxious, low in mood, or lacking motivation.
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already feeling anxious, low in mood, or lacking motivation.
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
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Gay Lane
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I am a qualified Person-Centred therapist who works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, low mood, domestic abuse, sexual identity to name but a few.
Alongside my private practice I work for an agency in Dunstable called Sorted Counselling Services. At Sorted I run a specialized project for children and young people aged 13-25 years who are at risk of becoming exploited through crime. This includes sexual exploitation, gangs, county lines, knife crime and grooming.
I am a qualified Person-Centred therapist who works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, low mood, domestic abuse, sexual identity to name but a few.
Alongside my private practice I work for an agency in Dunstable called Sorted Counselling Services. At Sorted I run a specialized project for children and young people aged 13-25 years who are at risk of becoming exploited through crime. This includes sexual exploitation, gangs, county lines, knife crime and grooming.
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Becky Kennedy
Counsellor, MBACP
I see many clients who are experiencing anxiety, school or relationship issues.
Hello, I'm Becky and I support young people (aged 12+) and adults to talk about their problems. Are you struggling with the pressures of daily life? Do you feel exhausted all the time or lack motivation? Are you a concerned parent looking for support for your child? Are they experiencing issues with school or with friends? I am here to listen to you, or your child, in a relaxed and calm space, where you can talk about what you're experiencing without judgement.
I see many clients who are experiencing anxiety, school or relationship issues.
Hello, I'm Becky and I support young people (aged 12+) and adults to talk about their problems. Are you struggling with the pressures of daily life? Do you feel exhausted all the time or lack motivation? Are you a concerned parent looking for support for your child? Are they experiencing issues with school or with friends? I am here to listen to you, or your child, in a relaxed and calm space, where you can talk about what you're experiencing without judgement.
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Jon Arber
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm a calm, supportive counsellor who works with issues including Trauma, Anxiety and Addiction.
I offer a calm, supportive and non-judgemental counselling for clients to feel safe and heard in sessions. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship built with trust, respect and understanding is an integral part of our work together, offering you a genuine and consistent supportive environment where you’re able to explore at your own pace.
I'm a calm, supportive counsellor who works with issues including Trauma, Anxiety and Addiction.
I offer a calm, supportive and non-judgemental counselling for clients to feel safe and heard in sessions. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship built with trust, respect and understanding is an integral part of our work together, offering you a genuine and consistent supportive environment where you’re able to explore at your own pace.
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Paulette Adams
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
You want to move forward, but just can't seem to break the cycle of shame, guilt and fear?
My approach is integrative which means I use insight from a wide range of counselling approaches, tailored to suit the unique, individual needs of my clients. I work holistically with human brokenness, suffering, pain, inner struggles and spiritual issues using pastoral psychology and counselling knowledge.
You want to move forward, but just can't seem to break the cycle of shame, guilt and fear?
My approach is integrative which means I use insight from a wide range of counselling approaches, tailored to suit the unique, individual needs of my clients. I work holistically with human brokenness, suffering, pain, inner struggles and spiritual issues using pastoral psychology and counselling knowledge.
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Alexandra MacGill
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just not quite yourself lately?
I offer one to one sessions based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. Each session is structured, tool based and goal orientated, which will center around working through your main concerns and getting you on your way to reaching your goals. CBT tools will be provided so even after therapy has ended, you are able to help yourself in future.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just not quite yourself lately?
I offer one to one sessions based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. Each session is structured, tool based and goal orientated, which will center around working through your main concerns and getting you on your way to reaching your goals. CBT tools will be provided so even after therapy has ended, you are able to help yourself in future.
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Cristina Carstea
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I am an experienced counsellor who works with young people (13+) and adults with a wide range of issues and problems including anxiety low mood/depression, stress, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, with a particular interest in working with depression drawing from Interpersonal Therapy( IPT).
I work in what is described as an 'integrative' approach, ultimately this means having a Person-Centred base and then integrating elements from a number of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy in order to meet the needs of each individual. For you, this means that the therapy you are provided with, is completely tailored to your specific needs as they change. I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change and I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel safe to explore areas of your life that you are struggling with.
I am an experienced counsellor who works with young people (13+) and adults with a wide range of issues and problems including anxiety low mood/depression, stress, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, with a particular interest in working with depression drawing from Interpersonal Therapy( IPT).
I work in what is described as an 'integrative' approach, ultimately this means having a Person-Centred base and then integrating elements from a number of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy in order to meet the needs of each individual. For you, this means that the therapy you are provided with, is completely tailored to your specific needs as they change. I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change and I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel safe to explore areas of your life that you are struggling with.
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Sumeet Grover
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
The experience of coming for therapy is an opportunity for you to discover for the first or subsequent time in life that you can let go of all the judgements, the fear and hesitation, and begin to talk about what is bothering you.
I offer depth psychotherapy, where I pay attention to the unthinkable and unspeakable aspects of the human experience. As the totality of one's experience is accessed, uncovered and thought about, it helps us in understanding the role that we play today in continuing to repeat our own past in hidden ways. From this sense of awakening, possibilities unfold.
The experience of coming for therapy is an opportunity for you to discover for the first or subsequent time in life that you can let go of all the judgements, the fear and hesitation, and begin to talk about what is bothering you.
I offer depth psychotherapy, where I pay attention to the unthinkable and unspeakable aspects of the human experience. As the totality of one's experience is accessed, uncovered and thought about, it helps us in understanding the role that we play today in continuing to repeat our own past in hidden ways. From this sense of awakening, possibilities unfold.
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Colin Keith Johnson
Counsellor, ACC-AC
Online Only
The loss of a loved one, a relationship that isn't working, or anxiety after a difficult or traumatic experience.
I have 15 years post qualification experience working one to one with adults and with couples. My speciality is working with past trauma and stress using EMDR. The trauma could be a one off event (operation or accident) or some long term issue. I also help with relationship issues, depression, loss, anxiety, attachment issues, anger & self esteem, self worth
The loss of a loved one, a relationship that isn't working, or anxiety after a difficult or traumatic experience.
I have 15 years post qualification experience working one to one with adults and with couples. My speciality is working with past trauma and stress using EMDR. The trauma could be a one off event (operation or accident) or some long term issue. I also help with relationship issues, depression, loss, anxiety, attachment issues, anger & self esteem, self worth
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Kay Juviler Counselling
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Therapy is time set aside by you and the therapist to look at what has brought you to therapy. This might include talking about life events (past and present), feelings, emotions, relationships, ways of thinking and patterns of behaviour. Resilience isn’t about never falling over. It’s about knowing what do to when we do fall over and how we get back up again. I won’t judge you or criticise you.  I work with the uniqueness of each individual client and endeavour to offer a relationship in which you feel heard, accepted, safe and valued.  And collaboratively we will work to make positive changes in your life.
Therapy is time set aside by you and the therapist to look at what has brought you to therapy. This might include talking about life events (past and present), feelings, emotions, relationships, ways of thinking and patterns of behaviour. Resilience isn’t about never falling over. It’s about knowing what do to when we do fall over and how we get back up again. I won’t judge you or criticise you.  I work with the uniqueness of each individual client and endeavour to offer a relationship in which you feel heard, accepted, safe and valued.  And collaboratively we will work to make positive changes in your life.
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Kath Attwood couples & Individual counsellor
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with couples and individuals exploring , anxiety , loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more .
I offer a safe, calm and warming setting for you to explore your world and experiences life has shown you . For you to gain your own insights and clarity on your own life moving forward if you choose. For you to feel valued, and heard and often empowered to make choices if needed, and grow as the important individual that you are .
I work with couples and individuals exploring , anxiety , loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more .
I offer a safe, calm and warming setting for you to explore your world and experiences life has shown you . For you to gain your own insights and clarity on your own life moving forward if you choose. For you to feel valued, and heard and often empowered to make choices if needed, and grow as the important individual that you are .
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Elaine Jenkins
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, surviving toxic or controlling relationships?
As an experienced counsellor, I offer therapy for many of the issues you are facing. You will have your own unique needs, and we can explore these and build a pathway to emotional stability and more balance in your life. Anxiety, fear, depression, personality and behavioural difficulties, family challenges, partnership challenges - please call for support
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, surviving toxic or controlling relationships?
As an experienced counsellor, I offer therapy for many of the issues you are facing. You will have your own unique needs, and we can explore these and build a pathway to emotional stability and more balance in your life. Anxiety, fear, depression, personality and behavioural difficulties, family challenges, partnership challenges - please call for support
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Jacqui Webb
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Do you suffer from anxiety, panic attacks, PTS or depression ?
As a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist who also works with hypnotherapy and Brainspotting, I will respond to your individual needs, working in a way that feels right for you. Having previously worked in the emergency services I have experience working with people who have gone through traumatic events and the effects this has on mental well being.
Do you suffer from anxiety, panic attacks, PTS or depression ?
As a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist who also works with hypnotherapy and Brainspotting, I will respond to your individual needs, working in a way that feels right for you. Having previously worked in the emergency services I have experience working with people who have gone through traumatic events and the effects this has on mental well being.
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Stream Therapy Service LTD
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. Do you require a safe space where you can be heard, a place to share your thoughts and be understood? A place to explore your mind? It would be a privilege to explore this with you. I understand life can be tough sometimes; a person can get confused, low, or stressed and sometimes cannot find a way out. And it can be quite daunting to look for support with so many counsellors and psychotherapists to choose from. Stream Therapy offers confidential, non-judgmental, and highly professional counselling and psychotherapy services where a person unburdens and feels heard in a confidential se
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. Do you require a safe space where you can be heard, a place to share your thoughts and be understood? A place to explore your mind? It would be a privilege to explore this with you. I understand life can be tough sometimes; a person can get confused, low, or stressed and sometimes cannot find a way out. And it can be quite daunting to look for support with so many counsellors and psychotherapists to choose from. Stream Therapy offers confidential, non-judgmental, and highly professional counselling and psychotherapy services where a person unburdens and feels heard in a confidential se
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Whether it’s because of feeling stuck, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, parenting concerns, loss and change, bereavement, a life crisis, low self-esteem, or personal development.
Whatever the reasons, I firmly believe that a therapeutic relationship can help to navigate these more challenging times. It provides a space to gain new insights and a deeper self-understanding, which can transform how you see yourself, enrich your life, and deepen your connections with others.
Whether it’s because of feeling stuck, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, parenting concerns, loss and change, bereavement, a life crisis, low self-esteem, or personal development.
Whatever the reasons, I firmly believe that a therapeutic relationship can help to navigate these more challenging times. It provides a space to gain new insights and a deeper self-understanding, which can transform how you see yourself, enrich your life, and deepen your connections with others.
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Jessica Wills
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Maybe you’re feeling anxious, lost, low, or burnt out — unsure who you are anymore or how to get back on track, to live life fully.
I’m a person-centred counsellor offering warm, non-judgmental support. I specialise in menopause, grief and bereavement, creative burnout, and performance-related issues. Together, we’ll explore what’s happening for you and find ways to move towards greater understanding, balance, and self-trust. I work in-person, online, phone, and outdoor therapy.
Maybe you’re feeling anxious, lost, low, or burnt out — unsure who you are anymore or how to get back on track, to live life fully.
I’m a person-centred counsellor offering warm, non-judgmental support. I specialise in menopause, grief and bereavement, creative burnout, and performance-related issues. Together, we’ll explore what’s happening for you and find ways to move towards greater understanding, balance, and self-trust. I work in-person, online, phone, and outdoor therapy.
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Lisa Cleevely
Verified Verified
You may be feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or exhausted from trying to make sense of potential or confirmed ADHD, autism, or ongoing mental health difficulties. Perhaps you’re seeking clarity through assessment, or support that truly understands how neurodivergence shows up in everyday life - in education, at work, in relationships, or within your family. You want answers, reassurance, and support that feels respectful, not rushed or dismissive.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or exhausted from trying to make sense of potential or confirmed ADHD, autism, or ongoing mental health difficulties. Perhaps you’re seeking clarity through assessment, or support that truly understands how neurodivergence shows up in everyday life - in education, at work, in relationships, or within your family. You want answers, reassurance, and support that feels respectful, not rushed or dismissive.
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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.