Anxiety Counselling in Houghton Regis
My approach to psychotherapy is both affirming and challenging; supporting you to feel valued and heard whilst enabling you to move past avoidance and fear.
I can help you explore elements of your life that are unsatisfactory and work towards making changes and choices that are more true to who you are now. Issues I work with include, but are not limited to: Anxiety, Assertiveness, Bereavement, Depression, Existential Issues, Identity Issues, Phobia, LGBTQ+ Issues and Low Self-esteem.
My approach to psychotherapy is both affirming and challenging; supporting you to feel valued and heard whilst enabling you to move past avoidance and fear.
I can help you explore elements of your life that are unsatisfactory and work towards making changes and choices that are more true to who you are now. Issues I work with include, but are not limited to: Anxiety, Assertiveness, Bereavement, Depression, Existential Issues, Identity Issues, Phobia, LGBTQ+ Issues and Low Self-esteem.
My approach to psychotherapy is both affirming and challenging; supporting you to feel valued and heard whilst enabling you to move past avoidance and fear.
I can help you explore elements of your life that are unsatisfactory and work towards making changes and choices that are more true to who you are now. Issues I work with include, but are not limited to: Anxiety, Assertiveness, Bereavement, Depression, Existential Issues, Identity Issues, Phobia, LGBTQ+ Issues and Low Self-esteem.
My approach to psychotherapy is both affirming and challenging; supporting you to feel valued and heard whilst enabling you to move past avoidance and fear.
I can help you explore elements of your life that are unsatisfactory and work towards making changes and choices that are more true to who you are now. Issues I work with include, but are not limited to: Anxiety, Assertiveness, Bereavement, Depression, Existential Issues, Identity Issues, Phobia, LGBTQ+ Issues and Low Self-esteem.
Life can be overwhelming when anxiety, depression, grief or trauma take hold.
As well as a chance to voice thoughts you may have kept hidden and take off that mask for a while, I will help with insight and practical tools for healing and growth, tailored to your unique needs and goals. You can be angry, sad, scared, confused, numb, all these or none, and we’ll work with that.
Life can be overwhelming when anxiety, depression, grief or trauma take hold.
As well as a chance to voice thoughts you may have kept hidden and take off that mask for a while, I will help with insight and practical tools for healing and growth, tailored to your unique needs and goals. You can be angry, sad, scared, confused, numb, all these or none, and we’ll work with that.
Sometimes it can be hard to cope and you may feel lost, unseen, unheard, anxious or depressed.
As we go through life, we sometimes pick things up along the way that feel very heavy, and they can weigh us down and make us feel overwhelmed. My hope for you is that through our sessions, I can help you unpack what is heavy for you and develop an understanding of yourself and new ways to cope when hard times come along.
Sometimes it can be hard to cope and you may feel lost, unseen, unheard, anxious or depressed.
As we go through life, we sometimes pick things up along the way that feel very heavy, and they can weigh us down and make us feel overwhelmed. My hope for you is that through our sessions, I can help you unpack what is heavy for you and develop an understanding of yourself and new ways to cope when hard times come along.
Thank goodness I quickly felt safe enough to confide in my counsellor and to share with her my deepest fears for my sanity, my marriage, my high pressure job and indeed, my future (if there was to be one).
Every single person's needs are of course unique. My training is Integrative but with a person-centred approach that comes very naturally to me. I will help you to share your fears safe in the knowledge that I will listen without judgment and in absolute confidence. From there I will to work with you to explore. Put simply, to find a way that works.
Thank goodness I quickly felt safe enough to confide in my counsellor and to share with her my deepest fears for my sanity, my marriage, my high pressure job and indeed, my future (if there was to be one).
Every single person's needs are of course unique. My training is Integrative but with a person-centred approach that comes very naturally to me. I will help you to share your fears safe in the knowledge that I will listen without judgment and in absolute confidence. From there I will to work with you to explore. Put simply, to find a way that works.
Relationship issues, Identity concerns, life challenges, Sexual health, Chronic Illness, Grief, Loss, Stress, Depression and Anxiety
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be going through loss, a big change, a challenge with your health, relationships or work. You may feel stuck and unsure how to move forward but know you need some help to make sense of what is happening and to find new ways of responding to your own thoughts, other people and situations around you.
I offer warmth, support and none judgemental understanding to help explore what's going on beneath the surface. Sometimes we all need a different type of space to pause and reflect before taking our next steps in life.
Relationship issues, Identity concerns, life challenges, Sexual health, Chronic Illness, Grief, Loss, Stress, Depression and Anxiety
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be going through loss, a big change, a challenge with your health, relationships or work. You may feel stuck and unsure how to move forward but know you need some help to make sense of what is happening and to find new ways of responding to your own thoughts, other people and situations around you.
I offer warmth, support and none judgemental understanding to help explore what's going on beneath the surface. Sometimes we all need a different type of space to pause and reflect before taking our next steps in life.
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Some people come for a healing journey for something they have been struggling with for a long time, like anxiety, depression, compulsion, or trauma.
The most rewarding thing about my work is witnessing a client walk away lighter, starting to believe in their strengths again, making the changes they wish for, being kinder to themselves, and regaining hope for the future. My clients tell me that working with me is gently challenging and that I offer a safe, understanding, and generative space.
Some people come for a healing journey for something they have been struggling with for a long time, like anxiety, depression, compulsion, or trauma.
The most rewarding thing about my work is witnessing a client walk away lighter, starting to believe in their strengths again, making the changes they wish for, being kinder to themselves, and regaining hope for the future. My clients tell me that working with me is gently challenging and that I offer a safe, understanding, and generative space.
You may come because you have issues related to anxiety, stress, sadness, low self esteem or anger.
In addition to exploring these issues through talking, we have the option of using more creative techniques, including gestalt, psychodrama, visualisation, focusing and mindfulness.
You may come because you have issues related to anxiety, stress, sadness, low self esteem or anger.
In addition to exploring these issues through talking, we have the option of using more creative techniques, including gestalt, psychodrama, visualisation, focusing and mindfulness.
I work with anxiety, depression, panic disorder, family/relationship issues, loss, low self-esteem, work-related stress, and addictions (alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex and internet).
Therapy is immensely personal. As an Integrative therapist I draw on a range of knowledge and skills from different theoretical backgrounds - particularly Psychodynamic, Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapies. We are all unique and this way of working helps me tailor the therapy to fit the client, rather than adapting the client to fit the therapy.
I work with anxiety, depression, panic disorder, family/relationship issues, loss, low self-esteem, work-related stress, and addictions (alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex and internet).
Therapy is immensely personal. As an Integrative therapist I draw on a range of knowledge and skills from different theoretical backgrounds - particularly Psychodynamic, Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapies. We are all unique and this way of working helps me tailor the therapy to fit the client, rather than adapting the client to fit the therapy.
I work in an integrative way, involving ideas from different approaches, and I have an interest in the existential dimensions of therapy: meaning and purpose, anxiety and uncertainty, values, freedom and responsibility and the idea of authenticity.
I always work in a way that respects an individual's values and beliefs; I do not put pressure on others to do, say, or be, anything in particular. While I encourage people to take the lead in therapy I would describe myself as actively involved in the therapeutic process; I work alongside people and always in reference to their own goals and understanding.
I work in an integrative way, involving ideas from different approaches, and I have an interest in the existential dimensions of therapy: meaning and purpose, anxiety and uncertainty, values, freedom and responsibility and the idea of authenticity.
I always work in a way that respects an individual's values and beliefs; I do not put pressure on others to do, say, or be, anything in particular. While I encourage people to take the lead in therapy I would describe myself as actively involved in the therapeutic process; I work alongside people and always in reference to their own goals and understanding.
Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, whether they’re navigating ADHD or autism, managing big emotions, or trying to cope with stress, anxiety, or burnout.
I offer warm, neurodiversity‑affirming therapy and ADHD coaching for children, young people, adults, and families. My approach blends practical strategies with reflective exploration, helping you understand patterns, regulate emotions, and build systems that genuinely work for your life, whether at home, school, university, or work.
Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, whether they’re navigating ADHD or autism, managing big emotions, or trying to cope with stress, anxiety, or burnout.
I offer warm, neurodiversity‑affirming therapy and ADHD coaching for children, young people, adults, and families. My approach blends practical strategies with reflective exploration, helping you understand patterns, regulate emotions, and build systems that genuinely work for your life, whether at home, school, university, or work.
In life, we all encounter moments of uncertainty, challenges and emotions that can leave us feeling overwhelmed. If you've found yourself here, it's likely you're seeking support and guidance through such times and I want to extend a heartfelt welcome to you. Whether you're struggling with bereavement, relationship issues, self-esteem challenges, neurodiversity, exploring difference or simply seeking greater self-awareness and personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you with unwavering support and guidance. I offer a Person Centred approach to couples who may be feeling stuck, disconnected or may be facing ongoing challenges.
In life, we all encounter moments of uncertainty, challenges and emotions that can leave us feeling overwhelmed. If you've found yourself here, it's likely you're seeking support and guidance through such times and I want to extend a heartfelt welcome to you. Whether you're struggling with bereavement, relationship issues, self-esteem challenges, neurodiversity, exploring difference or simply seeking greater self-awareness and personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you with unwavering support and guidance. I offer a Person Centred approach to couples who may be feeling stuck, disconnected or may be facing ongoing challenges.
I offer psychological therapy for: • Stress, Anxiety, Burn out • Low mood, depression • Imposter syndrome •Work related stress • Panic attacks, phobias • Trauma • Relationship difficulties • Low self-esteem • Adjustment difficulties, coping with transition and life change, bereavement • Cardiac conditions, long covid, amongst other difficulties.
Opening up to a stranger, facing our fears or admitting that we are not coping as well as we would like, may be one of the hardest things that we are going to do in our lives. However, it would also be the greatest investment for ourselves as through therapy, we can understand and connect with ourselves and find the support we need to lead fullfilling lives.
I offer psychological therapy for: • Stress, Anxiety, Burn out • Low mood, depression • Imposter syndrome •Work related stress • Panic attacks, phobias • Trauma • Relationship difficulties • Low self-esteem • Adjustment difficulties, coping with transition and life change, bereavement • Cardiac conditions, long covid, amongst other difficulties.
Opening up to a stranger, facing our fears or admitting that we are not coping as well as we would like, may be one of the hardest things that we are going to do in our lives. However, it would also be the greatest investment for ourselves as through therapy, we can understand and connect with ourselves and find the support we need to lead fullfilling lives.
I am a BACP-registered Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor, fluent in English and Spanish. Having lived in different countries and experienced diverse ways of being, I understand how life’s transitions, expectations, and past experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and relate to others. At the heart of my work is deep respect for each individual's unique journey.
I am a BACP-registered Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor, fluent in English and Spanish. Having lived in different countries and experienced diverse ways of being, I understand how life’s transitions, expectations, and past experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and relate to others. At the heart of my work is deep respect for each individual's unique journey.
I am a caring, calm and passionate EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who is a fully accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Mental Health Nurse. I can provide evidence-based psychological therapy to adults, children and adolescents. I am enhanced DBS checked and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office, in order to maintain data confidentiality .
I am a caring, calm and passionate EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who is a fully accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Mental Health Nurse. I can provide evidence-based psychological therapy to adults, children and adolescents. I am enhanced DBS checked and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office, in order to maintain data confidentiality .
I specialise in working with high-achieving professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional burnout, identity concerns, and relationship difficulties.
I work psychodynamically, paying close attention to unconscious processes, early relational experiences, and how past patterns show up in the present. This approach is effective for long-standing and complex issues, including trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety, depression, shame, and struggles linked to success, power, or identity.
I specialise in working with high-achieving professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional burnout, identity concerns, and relationship difficulties.
I work psychodynamically, paying close attention to unconscious processes, early relational experiences, and how past patterns show up in the present. This approach is effective for long-standing and complex issues, including trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety, depression, shame, and struggles linked to success, power, or identity.
I am a fully qualified UKCP and MBACP registered Integrative Psychotherapist with experience of working with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. Anyone can have therapy and people come for all sorts of reasons. You may be suffering in some way, or you may be looking for change in your life. Having someone professional alongside you can really help; at the core of my way of working is the therapeutic relationship; this relationship offers a safe and non-judgemental space in which we can explore what's bringing you to therapy and help you to move forward, creatively and choicefully.
I am a fully qualified UKCP and MBACP registered Integrative Psychotherapist with experience of working with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. Anyone can have therapy and people come for all sorts of reasons. You may be suffering in some way, or you may be looking for change in your life. Having someone professional alongside you can really help; at the core of my way of working is the therapeutic relationship; this relationship offers a safe and non-judgemental space in which we can explore what's bringing you to therapy and help you to move forward, creatively and choicefully.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, low mood, self-criticism, trauma (including cultural or relational trauma), distressing voices or beliefs, or feeling disconnected from themselves or reality.
I am a BABCP accredited psychological therapist with specialist training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I also bring my experience as a qualified yoga teacher and yoga therapist into my work, integrating body-based awareness where helpful to support emotional regulation and trauma recovery. I support people who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, mood changes, self-doubt, or post-traumatic stress. CBT is a gentle, evidence-based approach that helps make sense of how thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are shaped by past experiences and cultural pressures. My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, low mood, self-criticism, trauma (including cultural or relational trauma), distressing voices or beliefs, or feeling disconnected from themselves or reality.
I am a BABCP accredited psychological therapist with specialist training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I also bring my experience as a qualified yoga teacher and yoga therapist into my work, integrating body-based awareness where helpful to support emotional regulation and trauma recovery. I support people who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, mood changes, self-doubt, or post-traumatic stress. CBT is a gentle, evidence-based approach that helps make sense of how thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are shaped by past experiences and cultural pressures. My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed.
We all face moments when life feels hard, you don't have to handle it all alone. Many of my clients come to therapy because they feel stuck, exhausted and know they are carrying too much. You may look like you’re holding it together, but inside feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
I help people untangle the patterns that keep them stuck, quiet the inner critic and rebuild self-trust.
Therapy with me is real, collaborative, and practical. You don’t have to keep pushing through alone.
Counselling gives you the opportunity to hear yourself and reconnect what really brings you peace and purpose.
We all face moments when life feels hard, you don't have to handle it all alone. Many of my clients come to therapy because they feel stuck, exhausted and know they are carrying too much. You may look like you’re holding it together, but inside feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
I help people untangle the patterns that keep them stuck, quiet the inner critic and rebuild self-trust.
Therapy with me is real, collaborative, and practical. You don’t have to keep pushing through alone.
Counselling gives you the opportunity to hear yourself and reconnect what really brings you peace and purpose.
I help people deal with anxiety or depression by looking at how past events and relationships have an effect on the present.
The way I work is to create a confidential, compassionate and non-judgemental environment, in which together we can explore your inner world and think about how your problems might be made sense of and understood. It is not my role to impose my own views on you, or to reduce your experiences to simplified explanations.
I help people deal with anxiety or depression by looking at how past events and relationships have an effect on the present.
The way I work is to create a confidential, compassionate and non-judgemental environment, in which together we can explore your inner world and think about how your problems might be made sense of and understood. It is not my role to impose my own views on you, or to reduce your experiences to simplified explanations.
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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.