Anxiety Counselling in Heathfield
The way that a human life unfolds can bring challenges, and these may become stressful or overwhelming at times for almost anyone, which prevents us from living happy and meaningful lives. Very often a few effective sessions of the solutions-based therapy I offer can make a positive shift on the route to a balanced life again. My aim is to get you back in control, and enjoying life again. I have a wide experience of life to share, in a family setting, in business and in work of all kinds. By working with you to regain those central human needs which have temporarily gone missing, improvements usually follow quickly.
The way that a human life unfolds can bring challenges, and these may become stressful or overwhelming at times for almost anyone, which prevents us from living happy and meaningful lives. Very often a few effective sessions of the solutions-based therapy I offer can make a positive shift on the route to a balanced life again. My aim is to get you back in control, and enjoying life again. I have a wide experience of life to share, in a family setting, in business and in work of all kinds. By working with you to regain those central human needs which have temporarily gone missing, improvements usually follow quickly.
You may need help overcoming depression or finding ways to manage your anxiety – or perhaps you’re simply not feeling yourself at the moment.
I believe that a safe, trusting relationship between therapist and client is at the heart of therapy. I also use Transactional Analysis (TA), which helps people understand themselves and how they relate to others. I work with individuals and couples. I also offer EFT tapping and Brainspotting.
You may need help overcoming depression or finding ways to manage your anxiety – or perhaps you’re simply not feeling yourself at the moment.
I believe that a safe, trusting relationship between therapist and client is at the heart of therapy. I also use Transactional Analysis (TA), which helps people understand themselves and how they relate to others. I work with individuals and couples. I also offer EFT tapping and Brainspotting.
Feeling stuck, anxious, or frustrated?
I am a fully qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor with nearly 30 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. Using an integrative approach, I tailor therapy to each person's unique needs, helping them navigate challenges, build confidence, and achieve meaningful change. I specialize in Imago, 90 minute, Relationship Therapy sessions for couples, creating a safe space for deeper connection. Whether short-term or long-term, my sessions are practical and where appropriate, solution-focused and always paced to suit. My goal is to empower individuals to move forward and fulfil their goals.
Feeling stuck, anxious, or frustrated?
I am a fully qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor with nearly 30 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. Using an integrative approach, I tailor therapy to each person's unique needs, helping them navigate challenges, build confidence, and achieve meaningful change. I specialize in Imago, 90 minute, Relationship Therapy sessions for couples, creating a safe space for deeper connection. Whether short-term or long-term, my sessions are practical and where appropriate, solution-focused and always paced to suit. My goal is to empower individuals to move forward and fulfil their goals.
You may feel anxious, low, stuck, or unsure where to turn.
Whether you're dealing with general life difficulties or specific concerns, I have extensive experience supporting clients with:
Anxiety, Depression, Loss, Relationship, Loneliness, Low self-confidence, self-esteem, Stress ( Life/Work related)
Life transitions and identity loss, Long-term life adjustments
Neurodiversity (e.g., ADHD, Dyslexia)
You may feel anxious, low, stuck, or unsure where to turn.
Whether you're dealing with general life difficulties or specific concerns, I have extensive experience supporting clients with:
Anxiety, Depression, Loss, Relationship, Loneliness, Low self-confidence, self-esteem, Stress ( Life/Work related)
Life transitions and identity loss, Long-term life adjustments
Neurodiversity (e.g., ADHD, Dyslexia)
During our initial session, you will have also an opportunity to discuss anything relating to your goals, hopes and worries about therapy, as well to ask me any questions regarding my training and approach.
You may be feeling disconnected from your body, holding the breath, living mostly in your head. I see you as a whole being who has adapted to survive, often in a way that used to make sense. Breath, posture, sensations, and symptoms, including chronic physical symptoms, often carry deeper meanings.
I'm an Integrative Somatic Psychotherapist, offering a unique holistic approach, grounded in neuroscience, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, functional breathing and somatic therapy. I also draw from a variety of approaches, as appropriate for you, guided by your preferences and the relational dynamics of our work.
During our initial session, you will have also an opportunity to discuss anything relating to your goals, hopes and worries about therapy, as well to ask me any questions regarding my training and approach.
You may be feeling disconnected from your body, holding the breath, living mostly in your head. I see you as a whole being who has adapted to survive, often in a way that used to make sense. Breath, posture, sensations, and symptoms, including chronic physical symptoms, often carry deeper meanings.
I'm an Integrative Somatic Psychotherapist, offering a unique holistic approach, grounded in neuroscience, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, functional breathing and somatic therapy. I also draw from a variety of approaches, as appropriate for you, guided by your preferences and the relational dynamics of our work.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or other psychological distress, I can help you.
I put my clients in the very centre of my work, taking care to build a unique, trusting and supportive relationship to help you achieve your goals. I have experience with anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction. I work with both adults and teenagers in both long and short-term work using Transactional Analysis, CBT and art based therapy
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or other psychological distress, I can help you.
I put my clients in the very centre of my work, taking care to build a unique, trusting and supportive relationship to help you achieve your goals. I have experience with anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction. I work with both adults and teenagers in both long and short-term work using Transactional Analysis, CBT and art based therapy
I have specific experience working with abuse, addiction, anxiety, children, depression, disability, domestic abuse, eating disorders, grief, identity, mental health issues, P
Hello! I'm Richard. You may have arrived here as you may be experiencing some distress or navigating a specific struggle and are hoping to find some clarity in what’s going on for you. We all experience difficulties occasionally and life can be challenging sometimes. Finding a therapist that is right for you is key, particularly because mutually nourishing relationships with others are essential for your emotional wellbeing. It is normal and healthy to seek support because we don’t have to face any issue alone. It’s okay to want to find the missing piece of your puzzle.
I have specific experience working with abuse, addiction, anxiety, children, depression, disability, domestic abuse, eating disorders, grief, identity, mental health issues, P
Hello! I'm Richard. You may have arrived here as you may be experiencing some distress or navigating a specific struggle and are hoping to find some clarity in what’s going on for you. We all experience difficulties occasionally and life can be challenging sometimes. Finding a therapist that is right for you is key, particularly because mutually nourishing relationships with others are essential for your emotional wellbeing. It is normal and healthy to seek support because we don’t have to face any issue alone. It’s okay to want to find the missing piece of your puzzle.
I see people who suffer from anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties and trauma as well as other difficulties.
People are complex and unique. I currently work in the NHS as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist working in primary care for anxiety, depression & complex difficulties. I liase within the multidisciplinary team which offers a great learning experience on a day to day basis to think about how to tailor the needs of the clients who come to this service.
I see people who suffer from anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties and trauma as well as other difficulties.
People are complex and unique. I currently work in the NHS as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist working in primary care for anxiety, depression & complex difficulties. I liase within the multidisciplinary team which offers a great learning experience on a day to day basis to think about how to tailor the needs of the clients who come to this service.
I am able to support adults, children and young people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, grief or loss, abuse, relationship issues, trauma, low self-esteem and confidence and OCD.
As a qualified Integrative Counsellor, I am able to use the various models of therapy available, which enables me to provide you with the bespoke support you need and rightly deserve. My focus will always be on your wellbeing, to help you onto a positive journey of understanding and empowerment.
I am able to support adults, children and young people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, grief or loss, abuse, relationship issues, trauma, low self-esteem and confidence and OCD.
As a qualified Integrative Counsellor, I am able to use the various models of therapy available, which enables me to provide you with the bespoke support you need and rightly deserve. My focus will always be on your wellbeing, to help you onto a positive journey of understanding and empowerment.
I would like my clients to feel that they can talk to me about anything without fear of being criticised or judged.
I understand how hard it can be trying to decide which counsellor is right for you and to find a counsellor who you can trust and confide in and feel comfortable enough to be completely open with. We are all drawn to different counsellors and finding the right match is really important. It needs to be someone who you can relate to, who gets you, who listens to the detail and tries to help you uncover and understand how you are feeling in a patient and gentle way. I believe that establishing and building trust is key for the counselling relationship to develop.
I would like my clients to feel that they can talk to me about anything without fear of being criticised or judged.
I understand how hard it can be trying to decide which counsellor is right for you and to find a counsellor who you can trust and confide in and feel comfortable enough to be completely open with. We are all drawn to different counsellors and finding the right match is really important. It needs to be someone who you can relate to, who gets you, who listens to the detail and tries to help you uncover and understand how you are feeling in a patient and gentle way. I believe that establishing and building trust is key for the counselling relationship to develop.
I am also a trauma trained EMDR Practitioner, working with complex trauma, panic attacks, anxiety and PTSD, I also incorporate many mindfulness approaches, providing, an atmosphere of safety, support and empathy, facilitating trust.
Hello and welcome. I understand that making the decision to come into therapy can be daunting; it can seem almost like a formal acknowledgment that things in your life are not exactly as you would like them. Despite the emotional challenges involved in reaching out for support, the acknowledgment of your problems can be the first step in solving them.
I am also a trauma trained EMDR Practitioner, working with complex trauma, panic attacks, anxiety and PTSD, I also incorporate many mindfulness approaches, providing, an atmosphere of safety, support and empathy, facilitating trust.
Hello and welcome. I understand that making the decision to come into therapy can be daunting; it can seem almost like a formal acknowledgment that things in your life are not exactly as you would like them. Despite the emotional challenges involved in reaching out for support, the acknowledgment of your problems can be the first step in solving them.
Maybe you're struggling with the pressure’s of everyday life, feeling low, anxious or perhaps you’re grieving, questioning your identity, or longing for a deeper sense of meaning.
I work in an open, empathetic and supportive way, using a mix of approaches; Humanistic, CBT, Gestalt, TA, Mindfulness & Existensialism. I can help you spot unhelpful thought patterns, learn tools to manage anxiety or low mood, use grounding and breathwork to ease overwhelming feelings and explore deeper questions around grief, identity and life direction.
Maybe you're struggling with the pressure’s of everyday life, feeling low, anxious or perhaps you’re grieving, questioning your identity, or longing for a deeper sense of meaning.
I work in an open, empathetic and supportive way, using a mix of approaches; Humanistic, CBT, Gestalt, TA, Mindfulness & Existensialism. I can help you spot unhelpful thought patterns, learn tools to manage anxiety or low mood, use grounding and breathwork to ease overwhelming feelings and explore deeper questions around grief, identity and life direction.
Throughout my career I have helped people navigate anxiety, depression, stress, self-doubt, life transitions, and emotional difficulties.
Having spent over 20 years working with young people and families, and the last decade supporting adults across all age groups, I bring a depth of experience that allows me to adapt therapy to each person’s unique circumstances.
Throughout my career I have helped people navigate anxiety, depression, stress, self-doubt, life transitions, and emotional difficulties.
Having spent over 20 years working with young people and families, and the last decade supporting adults across all age groups, I bring a depth of experience that allows me to adapt therapy to each person’s unique circumstances.
We may feel anxious, sad, lost or overwhelmed by our relationship, work, loss of a loved one, lack of confidence or low self-worth.
With 27 years' experience as a psychotherapist and EMDR Therapy specialist, working with issues such as trauma, childhood abuse, co-dependency, anxiety, relationship issues, betrayal, emotional overwhelm, shame and teenage issues such as self-harm, I will commit to working with you to find a way forward with whatever you're facing.
We may feel anxious, sad, lost or overwhelmed by our relationship, work, loss of a loved one, lack of confidence or low self-worth.
With 27 years' experience as a psychotherapist and EMDR Therapy specialist, working with issues such as trauma, childhood abuse, co-dependency, anxiety, relationship issues, betrayal, emotional overwhelm, shame and teenage issues such as self-harm, I will commit to working with you to find a way forward with whatever you're facing.
Are you feeling stuck in repetitive patterns or experiencing a sense of disconnection? My clients often seek help navigating complex relational dynamics, LGBTQ+ identity, trauma from abuse, or the unique challenges of adoption and parenting. Using an integrative approach grounded in psychodynamic theory, I help you explore how past experiences shape your current behaviour. Together, we uncover the 'why' behind your feelings while developing practical tools to navigate the 'how' of your future, reshaping neural pathways for lasting change
Are you feeling stuck in repetitive patterns or experiencing a sense of disconnection? My clients often seek help navigating complex relational dynamics, LGBTQ+ identity, trauma from abuse, or the unique challenges of adoption and parenting. Using an integrative approach grounded in psychodynamic theory, I help you explore how past experiences shape your current behaviour. Together, we uncover the 'why' behind your feelings while developing practical tools to navigate the 'how' of your future, reshaping neural pathways for lasting change
Psychodynamic therapy, how the past may be effecting the person today, CBT therapy helps thoughts, feelings and behaviors, this can be used for anxiety, addictions, phobias.
Have you wanted to address your problems for a while but felt unsure about taking that first step? I will work with you at your own pace, creating a safe environment in which we can work through the issues you are facing. We can work together through areas in your life that you may have found hard to deal with, with a clearer understanding of how your issues are affecting you, you can move on with support and find your direction in life. I am a fully insured, qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor running a private practice in Heathfield offering both short and long-term therapy.
Psychodynamic therapy, how the past may be effecting the person today, CBT therapy helps thoughts, feelings and behaviors, this can be used for anxiety, addictions, phobias.
Have you wanted to address your problems for a while but felt unsure about taking that first step? I will work with you at your own pace, creating a safe environment in which we can work through the issues you are facing. We can work together through areas in your life that you may have found hard to deal with, with a clearer understanding of how your issues are affecting you, you can move on with support and find your direction in life. I am a fully insured, qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor running a private practice in Heathfield offering both short and long-term therapy.
Hello and welcome to my profile, here you can gain a glimpse of who I am and if you like what you find please contact me for a free session to find out even more. I’m offering an online space to explore, support and process any challenges that your facing. I can do some face to face work I understand how hard it is to take those first steps to get in touch and would like to reassure you of a warm welcome and a prompt response. My approach is that each individual has the ability to grow, make changes and build on their individual resilience which will aid dealing with life’s difficulties. I offer short and long term counselling.
Hello and welcome to my profile, here you can gain a glimpse of who I am and if you like what you find please contact me for a free session to find out even more. I’m offering an online space to explore, support and process any challenges that your facing. I can do some face to face work I understand how hard it is to take those first steps to get in touch and would like to reassure you of a warm welcome and a prompt response. My approach is that each individual has the ability to grow, make changes and build on their individual resilience which will aid dealing with life’s difficulties. I offer short and long term counselling.
Experiencing times when we feel low or anxious is normal.
I use a combination of CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approaches, which are both types of therapy that are effective with a wide range of issues. I have a particular interest in working with people experiencing difficulties with Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Binge eating and Overcoming the impact of difficult or traumatic experiences, including PTSD
Experiencing times when we feel low or anxious is normal.
I use a combination of CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approaches, which are both types of therapy that are effective with a wide range of issues. I have a particular interest in working with people experiencing difficulties with Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Binge eating and Overcoming the impact of difficult or traumatic experiences, including PTSD
You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, relationship difficulties, or the long-term impact of childhood trauma.
I am a humanistic, creative counsellor, trained in Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt, and existential approaches. My work is grounded in warmth, empathy, and a deep respect for your unique journey. I offer an integrative approach tailored to your individual needs.
You may be dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, relationship difficulties, or the long-term impact of childhood trauma.
I am a humanistic, creative counsellor, trained in Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt, and existential approaches. My work is grounded in warmth, empathy, and a deep respect for your unique journey. I offer an integrative approach tailored to your individual needs.
Sometimes it can be hard to find the right counsellor, especially if you are feeling lost, anxious, low or completely overwhelmed by life.
You will be at the centre of our time together. My aim is to create a space with you where you feel held by a ‘safe pair of hands’. I welcome all the parts of you – the dark, and perhaps despairing parts as well as the hopeful and joyous parts. I offer face to face sessions with my gentle whippet alongside us if you wish. I also offer telephone sessions.
Sometimes it can be hard to find the right counsellor, especially if you are feeling lost, anxious, low or completely overwhelmed by life.
You will be at the centre of our time together. My aim is to create a space with you where you feel held by a ‘safe pair of hands’. I welcome all the parts of you – the dark, and perhaps despairing parts as well as the hopeful and joyous parts. I offer face to face sessions with my gentle whippet alongside us if you wish. I also offer telephone sessions.
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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.