Anxiety Counselling in Exeter
I hold particular expertise in trauma, eating disorders, body image issues, low self esteem, clinical perfectionism, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal or relational issues.
I will work with you to identify a helpful focus and useful model of therapy. I can work in a time limited fashion addressing a particular problem, or offer longer term therapy exploring your past to make sense of your present. I draw on models including cognitive behavioural therapy, compassion focused therapy, systemic therapy & psychodynamic approaches.
I hold particular expertise in trauma, eating disorders, body image issues, low self esteem, clinical perfectionism, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal or relational issues.
I will work with you to identify a helpful focus and useful model of therapy. I can work in a time limited fashion addressing a particular problem, or offer longer term therapy exploring your past to make sense of your present. I draw on models including cognitive behavioural therapy, compassion focused therapy, systemic therapy & psychodynamic approaches.
I have a specific interest in anxiety and low self-esteem, and I have experience of working with people with a variety of challenges including family / relationship issues, loss, bereavement, trauma, stress, depression, abuse, and relationship break-ups.
Hi, I’m Nic. I’m calm, empathic and non-judgemental. I provide a warm and welcoming confidential space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours in the safety of the counselling relationship. We’ll gently look at what brings you to counselling; this can be any issues, past or present, however big or small they may feel. I’m here to listen, without judgement, and I'll be alongside you helping you to understand and accept yourself and find a way to move forwards. You may not be sure what you want from counselling; this is something we can look at together and see if we're a good fit.
I have a specific interest in anxiety and low self-esteem, and I have experience of working with people with a variety of challenges including family / relationship issues, loss, bereavement, trauma, stress, depression, abuse, and relationship break-ups.
Hi, I’m Nic. I’m calm, empathic and non-judgemental. I provide a warm and welcoming confidential space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours in the safety of the counselling relationship. We’ll gently look at what brings you to counselling; this can be any issues, past or present, however big or small they may feel. I’m here to listen, without judgement, and I'll be alongside you helping you to understand and accept yourself and find a way to move forwards. You may not be sure what you want from counselling; this is something we can look at together and see if we're a good fit.
Many people I work with describe a feeling of living behind a mask, smiling, coping, keeping up appearances, while privately battling anxiety, low mood, grief, or a sense of disconnection.
Counselling can be a game-changer. Here’s how it helps:
Breaks the worry loop - I can help you spot unhelpful thought patterns and learn how to reframe them.
Builds coping tools - learn techniques that give you more control when anxiety hits.
Boosts confidence - As you build skills and gain insight, you feel more equipped to face challenges.
Many people I work with describe a feeling of living behind a mask, smiling, coping, keeping up appearances, while privately battling anxiety, low mood, grief, or a sense of disconnection.
Counselling can be a game-changer. Here’s how it helps:
Breaks the worry loop - I can help you spot unhelpful thought patterns and learn how to reframe them.
Builds coping tools - learn techniques that give you more control when anxiety hits.
Boosts confidence - As you build skills and gain insight, you feel more equipped to face challenges.
Do you want to break out of patterns? Have you had enough and feel ready for personal growth? Or just looking for a sense of peace? I can help.
You may experience emotional issues causing distress or you wish to make important changes in your life. Perhaps you have a desire to develop greater balance and calm in your daily life.
Discovering where your focus is and reconnecting with yourself is always a good way to begin a journey of change. You will gain clarity and confidence that helps you move through a process of transformation while feeling understood and supported as key to enhancing this experience of personal growth.
Do you want to break out of patterns? Have you had enough and feel ready for personal growth? Or just looking for a sense of peace? I can help.
You may experience emotional issues causing distress or you wish to make important changes in your life. Perhaps you have a desire to develop greater balance and calm in your daily life.
Discovering where your focus is and reconnecting with yourself is always a good way to begin a journey of change. You will gain clarity and confidence that helps you move through a process of transformation while feeling understood and supported as key to enhancing this experience of personal growth.
I am a fully insured and BACP-registered Integrative Therapist, Couples Counsellor and Supervisor, as well as a member of the Westcountry Association of Counsellors (WAC). I have been in professional practice for 11 years, and work with 18+ individuals and couples using a variety of different counselling models and methodologies. Although I would broadly describe myself as a 'Person-Centred Therapist', my methods are entirely client-led and not dictated by any personal preference in terms of therapeutic model.
I am a fully insured and BACP-registered Integrative Therapist, Couples Counsellor and Supervisor, as well as a member of the Westcountry Association of Counsellors (WAC). I have been in professional practice for 11 years, and work with 18+ individuals and couples using a variety of different counselling models and methodologies. Although I would broadly describe myself as a 'Person-Centred Therapist', my methods are entirely client-led and not dictated by any personal preference in terms of therapeutic model.
As a therapist, I do not believe that you're broken or damaged; seeking therapy shows immense strength and courage. Even looking at this page is something to be celebrated. Our sessions together are journey where I’m your co-pilot—you’re in control, and we navigate together. You are not alone.
My approach is compassionate and tailored to your needs, ensuring a safe space for growth. The goal is for you to confidently fly solo through life’s highs and lows. Let's embark on this journey. Walk-and-talk, online, and face-to-face sessions available. Reach out.
As a therapist, I do not believe that you're broken or damaged; seeking therapy shows immense strength and courage. Even looking at this page is something to be celebrated. Our sessions together are journey where I’m your co-pilot—you’re in control, and we navigate together. You are not alone.
My approach is compassionate and tailored to your needs, ensuring a safe space for growth. The goal is for you to confidently fly solo through life’s highs and lows. Let's embark on this journey. Walk-and-talk, online, and face-to-face sessions available. Reach out.
Avoiding difficult situations because facing your fears feels overwhelming.
How can I help? Our sessions will be more than just talking. My approach is proactive and solution focused, aiming for lasting and meaningful change. We'll work together, starting with what's going on in the moment and understanding how these habits formed. My goal is for us to build a personalised plan which allows you to confidently tackle any situation.
Avoiding difficult situations because facing your fears feels overwhelming.
How can I help? Our sessions will be more than just talking. My approach is proactive and solution focused, aiming for lasting and meaningful change. We'll work together, starting with what's going on in the moment and understanding how these habits formed. My goal is for us to build a personalised plan which allows you to confidently tackle any situation.
Hello, my name is Catia. I offer counselling sessions to adults, children and young people as well as couples/marriage therapy. Counselling can bring clarity where there is confusion, resolve past issues, change behaviours and improve relationships. I will provide you a confidential, safe and supportive space for you to talk and work thought the difficulties you are facing. For some people having a safe space to speak and reflect about their issues it is enough to help them move forward, while others may benefit from the use of more creative interventions
Hello, my name is Catia. I offer counselling sessions to adults, children and young people as well as couples/marriage therapy. Counselling can bring clarity where there is confusion, resolve past issues, change behaviours and improve relationships. I will provide you a confidential, safe and supportive space for you to talk and work thought the difficulties you are facing. For some people having a safe space to speak and reflect about their issues it is enough to help them move forward, while others may benefit from the use of more creative interventions
Being able to talk freely to someone, without fear of judgement or shame, can be a huge relief.
I support adults affected by overthinking, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, or grief, often those who have experienced a traumatic loss, a difficult childhood, or childhood sexual abuse. I am passionate about reducing stress and healing from past trauma. Working together, we can find ways to help you feel calmer, clearer, and confident being you.
Being able to talk freely to someone, without fear of judgement or shame, can be a huge relief.
I support adults affected by overthinking, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, or grief, often those who have experienced a traumatic loss, a difficult childhood, or childhood sexual abuse. I am passionate about reducing stress and healing from past trauma. Working together, we can find ways to help you feel calmer, clearer, and confident being you.
I am trained and qualified in helping clients with a variety of problems from depression and anxiety to Personality Disorders.
Clients generally come to me when they are struggling with some aspect of their emotions, thoughts or behaviour. My aim is to help my client with accepting or changing some aspect of these three areas. Every client comes with unique issues and from my seat I view the issues as one, "a block in the road to wellness". I am keenly aware that all clients come with individual goals and I am here to help. Many of my clients use the phrase “I just want to feel better". This is my hope for everyone who engages with me in therapy. “TO FEEL BETTER” I offer confidentiality, openness and transparency at all times.
I am trained and qualified in helping clients with a variety of problems from depression and anxiety to Personality Disorders.
Clients generally come to me when they are struggling with some aspect of their emotions, thoughts or behaviour. My aim is to help my client with accepting or changing some aspect of these three areas. Every client comes with unique issues and from my seat I view the issues as one, "a block in the road to wellness". I am keenly aware that all clients come with individual goals and I am here to help. Many of my clients use the phrase “I just want to feel better". This is my hope for everyone who engages with me in therapy. “TO FEEL BETTER” I offer confidentiality, openness and transparency at all times.
I have experience supporting people facing all sorts of challenges in their lives including: anxiety, stress, depression, panic attacks, difficulties expressing themselves, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, to name but a few.
I am a trained and qualified counsellor, whose practice is based around Person Centred Therapy, although I will draw on other therapies where appropriate. I offer a safe, supportive and confidential space where you can explore what is going on in your life and how you might move forward. My counselling room is based in central Exeter, but I also work online.
I have experience supporting people facing all sorts of challenges in their lives including: anxiety, stress, depression, panic attacks, difficulties expressing themselves, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, to name but a few.
I am a trained and qualified counsellor, whose practice is based around Person Centred Therapy, although I will draw on other therapies where appropriate. I offer a safe, supportive and confidential space where you can explore what is going on in your life and how you might move forward. My counselling room is based in central Exeter, but I also work online.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or the challenges life has thrown your way?
Together we can break down your challenges into smaller more manageable pieces. My goal is to help you reconnect with the part of yourself that craves peace, happiness, and hope for the future. Using Transactional Analysis, I can guide you through a process of self-discovery. By understanding the ‘why’ behind your thoughts and behaviours we can change them.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or the challenges life has thrown your way?
Together we can break down your challenges into smaller more manageable pieces. My goal is to help you reconnect with the part of yourself that craves peace, happiness, and hope for the future. Using Transactional Analysis, I can guide you through a process of self-discovery. By understanding the ‘why’ behind your thoughts and behaviours we can change them.
I mainly work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD or long-term health issues.
Using body psychotherapy (somatic psychotherapy), I will work with you on all levels of your being (mind, body and spirit) in a transparent, caring and empowering way. My focus is on supporting you to achieve the life changes you need to become truly happy, and on creating maximum value for you going forward (so that you can experience deep and lasting change). In my approach, I work by listening deeply to your life force and holding the space for your process to emerge, your inner child to be heard and all of your feelings and thoughts to be welcomed.
I mainly work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD or long-term health issues.
Using body psychotherapy (somatic psychotherapy), I will work with you on all levels of your being (mind, body and spirit) in a transparent, caring and empowering way. My focus is on supporting you to achieve the life changes you need to become truly happy, and on creating maximum value for you going forward (so that you can experience deep and lasting change). In my approach, I work by listening deeply to your life force and holding the space for your process to emerge, your inner child to be heard and all of your feelings and thoughts to be welcomed.
With a focus on modern, scientific and evidence-based treatments, we will work to heal and overcome anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, and relational issues.
I specialise in working with motivated individuals and couples who aren't afraid of their challenges and are looking to make changes. I’ll work with you to develop skills that fit seamlessly into your busy life. My practice offers personalised, solution-focused treatment plans to help you make changes in the areas of your life that are most important to you.
With a focus on modern, scientific and evidence-based treatments, we will work to heal and overcome anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, and relational issues.
I specialise in working with motivated individuals and couples who aren't afraid of their challenges and are looking to make changes. I’ll work with you to develop skills that fit seamlessly into your busy life. My practice offers personalised, solution-focused treatment plans to help you make changes in the areas of your life that are most important to you.
I specialise in anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, and life transitions.
I work with adults experiencing a range of difficulties, who want to understand patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and develop strategies to manage challenges effectively.
My clients value working with someone knowledgeable, approachable, and trustworthy. I aim to create a safe space to work with you to explore the challenges you are facing as we work towards your goals.
I specialise in anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, and life transitions.
I work with adults experiencing a range of difficulties, who want to understand patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and develop strategies to manage challenges effectively.
My clients value working with someone knowledgeable, approachable, and trustworthy. I aim to create a safe space to work with you to explore the challenges you are facing as we work towards your goals.
This is a well established and evidence-based talking therapy that can effectively treat emotional problems as well as a wide range of mental health conditions including: anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
Our minds are complex and we all experience contrasting emotions that may feel overwhelming at times. You may be seeking help for a specific reason such as gaining greater understanding of your eating disorder, obsessional behaviour, substance misuse or debilitating phobia. Alternatively, you may suffer from entrenched feelings of depression or anxiety.
This is a well established and evidence-based talking therapy that can effectively treat emotional problems as well as a wide range of mental health conditions including: anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
Our minds are complex and we all experience contrasting emotions that may feel overwhelming at times. You may be seeking help for a specific reason such as gaining greater understanding of your eating disorder, obsessional behaviour, substance misuse or debilitating phobia. Alternatively, you may suffer from entrenched feelings of depression or anxiety.
I have experience helping with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, and personal growth.
I am a compassionate and experienced counsellor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges.
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing can be daunting, but with the right support, it becomes a transformative experience.
I am a dedicated and empathetic counsellor who provides a safe and nurturing space for individuals to navigate life's complexities. I approach each client with compassion and respect, fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on trust and authenticity.
I have experience helping with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, and personal growth.
I am a compassionate and experienced counsellor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges.
Embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing can be daunting, but with the right support, it becomes a transformative experience.
I am a dedicated and empathetic counsellor who provides a safe and nurturing space for individuals to navigate life's complexities. I approach each client with compassion and respect, fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on trust and authenticity.
Your life. Your time. You. Time to sort things out, explore, grow and CHANGE. Time to stop being pulled in all directions; too caught up on the treadmill of your own thoughts to find an alternative way of tackling a problem. My sessions offer you a circuit breaker; a chance to slow down, unravel your thoughts...and breathe! Stepping back and viewing your life from a more profound and reasoned angle, you will have the opportunity to share your thoughts and questions, in a secure and non-judgemental setting. It will be time well spent in order for your future life to be spent well.
Your life. Your time. You. Time to sort things out, explore, grow and CHANGE. Time to stop being pulled in all directions; too caught up on the treadmill of your own thoughts to find an alternative way of tackling a problem. My sessions offer you a circuit breaker; a chance to slow down, unravel your thoughts...and breathe! Stepping back and viewing your life from a more profound and reasoned angle, you will have the opportunity to share your thoughts and questions, in a secure and non-judgemental setting. It will be time well spent in order for your future life to be spent well.
I have a special interest in working with anxiety and depression, relationships, grief, loneliness, menopause, ADHD & late diagnosis, trauma/PTSD, identity and the transitions across life stages.
Through my lived experience & training (ADHD, trauma, loss, menopause & attachment issues), I understand how difficult it is to reach out. I use a relational approach - helping to meet your individual & couple needs. I will work alongside you, helping you to navigate your way through life's challenges. Perhaps you just want to talk in a safe environment or need support to make changes? I work holistically with adults, teens & couples in a caring and non-judgmental way, covering a range of issues which can significantly impact on our relationships with ourselves and others. I also offer supervision.
I have a special interest in working with anxiety and depression, relationships, grief, loneliness, menopause, ADHD & late diagnosis, trauma/PTSD, identity and the transitions across life stages.
Through my lived experience & training (ADHD, trauma, loss, menopause & attachment issues), I understand how difficult it is to reach out. I use a relational approach - helping to meet your individual & couple needs. I will work alongside you, helping you to navigate your way through life's challenges. Perhaps you just want to talk in a safe environment or need support to make changes? I work holistically with adults, teens & couples in a caring and non-judgmental way, covering a range of issues which can significantly impact on our relationships with ourselves and others. I also offer supervision.
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, bereavement and loss, and trauma.
I welcome people from all walks of life: My experience includes working with people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds as well as Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. I always seek to tailor therapy to suit individual needs. I offer talking and creative therapies such as CBT, Inner Child work, Art therapy, Mindfulness, etc.
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, bereavement and loss, and trauma.
I welcome people from all walks of life: My experience includes working with people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds as well as Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. I always seek to tailor therapy to suit individual needs. I offer talking and creative therapies such as CBT, Inner Child work, Art therapy, Mindfulness, etc.
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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.