Anxiety Counselling in Halifax
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Jo Middleton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I specialise in treating
anxiety
, depression, acute and chronic stress, low self esteem, shame, trauma, grief / bereavement and adjustment to chronic illness.
I offer a confidential space for people who are looking for help to understand and manage long standing difficulties, past traumas, recent distressing experiences or who simply want to better manage life's inevitable challenges. Whether you have a diagnosis of a mental health condition or not, I am passionate about supporting people with emotional pain and teaching evidence based ways to help people live the life they want.
Annette Quirk
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
It could be that you’ve become stuck worrying about the future, or you’ve got some big stuff in your head that’s getting in the way of moving forwards and it’s time to do something with it so that you can move on. Maybe there is fear and
anxiety
of making change, or you feel stressed and sad? Or maybe there is some unavoidable unhappiness in that is in the background of your life?
Tina Young Counselling Services
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
I specialise in working with presenting concerns such as depression, abuse and sexual abuse, self-harm, eating disorders, relationship issues and
anxiety
.
Hi, I'm Tina and I work using the Person-Centred Approach offering one to one counselling, in a non-judgemental and non-directive way. I advocate this theory as I enjoy helping people realise their potential and become who they want to be! This particularly helps those who are drawn to exploring their own thoughts and feelings. Counselling is not about ‘fixing’ problems as such, it is about changing your understanding and view of the problems, enabling you to work towards living in a way that you find more satisfying.
Stella Catherine Marklew
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
My specialist area is working with clients experiences of
panic
/
anxiety
/trauma/PTSD caused by abuse, accidents, illness or life events.
I work with each client addressing their specific problems and tailoring the work to meet their needs and personality. I am a qualified, accredited counsellor and therapist with nearly 20 years experience in private practice, workplace settings and adult mental health services. . Everyone will experience difficulties at some point in their lives but sometimes we need help to overcome problems and find better life solutions. I work in a confidential and safe environment where clients are able to develop more contentented and fulfilled lives.
Waitlist for new clients
Heidi Fairhurst
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Hello! Thank you for visiting my profile, I’m Heidi and I’m a qualified and accredited CBT therapist working face to face in Brighouse, West Yorkshire or online via video or telephone call anywhere in the United Kingdom. I work with children, young people and adults. I can help with a range of common mental health difficulties such as
anxiety
, depression,
panic
attacks, OCD, PTSD and complex PTSD,
phobia
's, insomnia or sleep problems and disordered eating. I can also help you if you would like less structured mental health support within a coaching relationship to help you reach your goals. Please get in touch to find out more.
Nathan Alexander
Counsellor, MSc, MNCS Prof Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I understand how difficult it can be to face your
fears
and explore the things that appear to be troubling you, but I am here to help you take those first steps.
I am a trauma-informed, integrative therapist with NHS experience. Being trauma-informed means that I use a specific approach to therapy that recognizes and emphasizes understanding how the traumatic experience impacts a person’s mental well-being. This type of therapy is rooted in understanding the connection between the trauma experience and the person’s emotional and behavioural responses. Being integrative means that I can work at your pace with a wide variety of skills tailored to suit you. I am aware that therapy is not a “one size fits all” and I pride myself in working with you to reconnect you with your values in life
Paul Moulding
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work in Honley and Leeds. So you want to let go of the past and move on, get some clarity, gain independence and freedom, find contentment and meaning. You’re struggling with questions like; Who am I? What’s the point? Why am I so unhappy? How do I change? I can help you find out who you are, where you’re going, find purpose, learn to live again, assert yourself in difficult relationships. Face and deal with that difficult stuff you’ve been avoiding that won’t let go of you. I've helped many people get over depression and
anxiety
, bereavement and problems at work.
Courage To Grow
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Beverley. I am a qualified counsellor and my goal is to empower you to grow in the ways most important to you. I specialise in
anxiety
, depression,bereavement, grief, domestic abuse, relationship issues and mental health problems to name a few. I bring care, respect and compassion to my clients, ensuring that you feel supported and listened to. I pride myself on having spent a lifetime as a gifted listener, and I provide you with a safe, confidential environment to explore your innermost thoughts and feelings. I offer support with
anxiety
around how to move past feeling 'stuck', isolated or overwhelmed.
CMcTherapies
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
CMcTherapies offer: Disability Services including but not limited to Benefits application and/or evidence of disability, Learning Disability, (ASD) Autism, Processing issues and Sensory Issues. Mental Health Services including but not limited to, Depression,
Anxiety
, Trauma and PTSD, Anger management, Work related stress and Addiction.
Sarah Greaves Counselling MBACP
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I'm an extensively experienced, fully qualified BACP registered counsellor for adults and young people. I work with everyone individually, helping you to explore and make sense of your feelings, needs and relationships, and make positive changes in your life. The world can sometimes feel stressful and we can feel sad, confused, disconnected and stuck. I am an integrative therapist which means I can use different methods and techniques to help you explore your needs, uncertainties and
fears
. I work inclusively and respectfully, validating and accepting your individuality. I am happy to chat with you before booking a session.
Dr Jim Byrne
Counsellor
Verified
Verified
Hello, If you need help with problems of daily living, I can help you. I help with couple relationship problems; plus anger,
anxiety
, depression, stress, & self-confidence. Also with trauma and attachment issues. I do this work in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, and over the telephone, or via Skype, all over the English-speaking world. I am a doctor of counselling with almost 25 years’ experience in private practice, and my fees reflect my skill and ability to help you.
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Elaine Chambers
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Ok! Is it time to do something about how you have been feeling? It could be that you have been struggling with your negative thoughts, work stress, health challenges, difficulties in your relationships, increased
anxiety
, low mood, or all of the above and then some. That is the first step, recognising that you can do something different right now to change the way you feel. You may or may not have sought support in the past but that was then, and this is now. It is never too late to put yourself first and prioritise what you need.
Kerry Slater
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have a MA in Psychotherapy and a PG Dipolma and PG Cert in Counselling, I am registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am an Integrative Therapist which can be confusing lingo in psychological therapies but basically means I adapt my practice to meet the needs of my clients. Counselling isn’t really one size fits all because people are different - and so are their life stories - so working together we can look at interventions that might help.
Anna Townend
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified
Verified
If you want to feel more connected to your body, move past trauma and be in the world with confidence and ease, this is the space for you. If you wish you could express yourself and feel alive, but your feelings are overwhelming you, or you have lost contact with them altogether, then we can work with this. The good news is that you have all you need inside you to build a better life - I know this from my own experience and from guiding many others. There's an alternative to the traditional talking therapies: movement as a language of healing; a space to explore your relationship with yourself and your body.
Jo Keenan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I really enjoy working with anyone who wants to make changes in their life, however small. I am here to help and walk with you while you make these changes
Waitlist for new clients
Ramona Liza Cleasby
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I am a fully qualified and highly experienced Counsellor practicing in Central Halifax. I have a Nursing and Psychology background and I have worked in different settings ranging from IAPT services to voluntary sectors with people from all walks of life for the last 10 years. Whether you are looking to set new goals or struggling with difficulties in your life right now, lost a loved one or seeking insight into a particular problem that troubles you, I will endeavour to accompany you on your journey of self discovery and will provide a safe and confidential space to explore your difficulties and address them successfully.
Elena Holden
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I am an integrative counsellor, which means I am trained in and use a variety of techniques to best suit individual clients. I can help with a wide range of issues. I offer mainly CBT and Person-centred therapy. I can help you recognise, challenge and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. I can also help you explore your feelings, thoughts and emotions and ultimately come to a better understanding and acceptance of yourself and your experiences. I provide a safe, confidential space to freely express yourself without judgement. I work collaboratively and strive to achieve a respectful, equal relationship with clients.
Not accepting new clients
Simon Edward Crouch
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome to my profile. Counselling can provide us with an opportunity to explore our thoughts and emotions in order to gain a greater understanding of who we are and what we have experienced. Talking to someone in a warm, friendly and safe environment can be an extremely powerful and healing experience and can help you feel less isolated and more able to make sense of your life circumstances.
Liza Brown
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
If it's time to start figuring out who you are, and why you feel the way you do, then take the step and let's figure it out together. I'm a level 7 qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, but more importantly I’m northern and straightforward, thoughtful and compassionate. Contact me for an initial chat to see if you want to book an in-person session. www.elementstherapies.co.uk
Adeola Iluyomade
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I offer a space to talk, giving you time out to reflect and to explore self-development. As an Integrative Relational Therapeutic Counsellor, I draw on different models of therapy including Psychodynamic, Systemic, Interpersonal Process, CBT, Transactional Analysis amongst others in supporting you to reach your desired goals to maximise your full potentials. Meaning, you will find my approach friendly, empowering and conversational in style. I take great care in ensuring that you feel safe, respected and valued. I offer flexibility of short or long term therapy as tailored round your needs. I adhere to the ethics & codes of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy.
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Anxiety Counsellors
What are the most common treatments 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 popular 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.
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.
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.