Anxiety Counselling in Ipswich

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Kim Youpa
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ipswich IP9
The feelings can result in anxiety, depression, stress which can impact relationships and work.
I have been counselling individuals and couples for many years. I take my work seriously and my goal is to help you help yourself. I listen, care and genuinelly want better for you. I have years of experience and training in areas of relationships, depression, anxiety, bereavement and loss to name a few.
The feelings can result in anxiety, depression, stress which can impact relationships and work.
I have been counselling individuals and couples for many years. I take my work seriously and my goal is to help you help yourself. I listen, care and genuinelly want better for you. I have years of experience and training in areas of relationships, depression, anxiety, bereavement and loss to name a few.
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Angie Poole
Counsellor, MUKCP
Ipswich IP1
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience of working with a range of issues including sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, chronic illness and adjusting to sight loss.
I can provide therapy sessions of 60 minutes either face-to-face, on-line or telephone. As well as providing a safe supportive space, being an integrative counsellor, I combine a number of different psychotherapeutic methods in order to tailor therapy to your needs.
I have experience of working with a range of issues including sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, chronic illness and adjusting to sight loss.
I can provide therapy sessions of 60 minutes either face-to-face, on-line or telephone. As well as providing a safe supportive space, being an integrative counsellor, I combine a number of different psychotherapeutic methods in order to tailor therapy to your needs.
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Sonia Pecce
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Ipswich IP8
You follow evidence based protocols for depression, anxiety, phobias, OCD and trauma but work with you to make the work we do individual and relevant to you.
You will benefit from my 6 years experience working directly with mental health and 25 years prior experience caring for and supporting children and families. I work with adults from 18 to later life and specialise in the perinatal period.
You follow evidence based protocols for depression, anxiety, phobias, OCD and trauma but work with you to make the work we do individual and relevant to you.
You will benefit from my 6 years experience working directly with mental health and 25 years prior experience caring for and supporting children and families. I work with adults from 18 to later life and specialise in the perinatal period.
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I specialize in COUPLES' ISSUES /relational issues, as well as depression, anxiety, divorce separation, addiction, co-dependency, social anxiety, loss, sexual issues, domestic violence, identity issues and addressing trauma histories.
As it is normal to experience emotional difficulties during life, counselling is one way of supporting you at such times. Some of the ways that couples therapy can work include, identifying toxic relationship patterns and helping couples to work on changing these, bringing a new perspective to issues and helping couples to understand each other's perspectives, finding new ways to resolve conflicts, building trust and improving communication. Most importantly, providing a safe space for both partners to work through their issues.
I specialize in COUPLES' ISSUES /relational issues, as well as depression, anxiety, divorce separation, addiction, co-dependency, social anxiety, loss, sexual issues, domestic violence, identity issues and addressing trauma histories.
As it is normal to experience emotional difficulties during life, counselling is one way of supporting you at such times. Some of the ways that couples therapy can work include, identifying toxic relationship patterns and helping couples to work on changing these, bringing a new perspective to issues and helping couples to understand each other's perspectives, finding new ways to resolve conflicts, building trust and improving communication. Most importantly, providing a safe space for both partners to work through their issues.
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Renae Estelle Warrington
Counsellor, MBACP
Ipswich IP4
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be overwhelming- whether your navigating anxiety, low mood, past trauma, relationship struggles, or simply feeling stuck.
I work with children, young people and adults who maybe experiencing anxiety, low moods, stress, family or relationship difficulties or simply feeling stuck. I offer a safe and supportive safe from my cabin in my garden or online. Together we can make sense of what your going through, building on strength and strategies that feel manageable .
Life can be overwhelming- whether your navigating anxiety, low mood, past trauma, relationship struggles, or simply feeling stuck.
I work with children, young people and adults who maybe experiencing anxiety, low moods, stress, family or relationship difficulties or simply feeling stuck. I offer a safe and supportive safe from my cabin in my garden or online. Together we can make sense of what your going through, building on strength and strategies that feel manageable .
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Tanya Victoria Chapman
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I chiefly come from a Mental Health background, working with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders.
The core of my practice incorporates Person-Centred (recognising you as the expert on you and allowing you to be the steward of our sessions), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (restructuring dysfunctional thoughts and beliefs), and Transactional Analysis (looking at how the decisions you made in your childhood are impacting negatively on your present and future
I chiefly come from a Mental Health background, working with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders.
The core of my practice incorporates Person-Centred (recognising you as the expert on you and allowing you to be the steward of our sessions), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (restructuring dysfunctional thoughts and beliefs), and Transactional Analysis (looking at how the decisions you made in your childhood are impacting negatively on your present and future
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Linda Ann Linton
Psychotherapist, BACP
Ipswich IP4
I work with clients with many areas of difficulty - anxiety, depression, relationship/emotional problems, addictions, past influences or life crisis situations such as bereavement, divorce.
I have had 21 years experience of counselling; I have worked within the NHS working with depression and anxiety, for Cruse as a bereavement counsellor and with drug and alcohol addictions.
I work with clients with many areas of difficulty - anxiety, depression, relationship/emotional problems, addictions, past influences or life crisis situations such as bereavement, divorce.
I have had 21 years experience of counselling; I have worked within the NHS working with depression and anxiety, for Cruse as a bereavement counsellor and with drug and alcohol addictions.
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Michael Patrick Buckley
Counsellor, MA, MUKCP
Ipswich IP8
Issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, fears, etc
I believe the best person to understand and help deal with anxiety and trauma is someone who has experienced these, and I have. Over the last 25 years I have continually trained and have a Masters and BSc degree in Counselling and I use very effective Hypnotherapeutic techniques, Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques and most of all, how to listen to you.
Issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, fears, etc
I believe the best person to understand and help deal with anxiety and trauma is someone who has experienced these, and I have. Over the last 25 years I have continually trained and have a Masters and BSc degree in Counselling and I use very effective Hypnotherapeutic techniques, Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques and most of all, how to listen to you.
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Helen Skene
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ipswich IP5
I offer individual as well as couple counselling covering a full range of issues including depression, anxiety, bereavement and relationships, however, I specialise in counselling adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Whether you are experiencing difficulties in life or suffering inner turmoil my aim is to help you explore what is happening to you and support you as you find a way through your personal emotional maze. Counselling gives you the time and space to explore your feelings in a safe, non-judgmental, friendly environment. You will be encouraged to talk openly and freely about any issues which are causing disruptions in your life, and I will support you until you find resolution or acceptance.
I offer individual as well as couple counselling covering a full range of issues including depression, anxiety, bereavement and relationships, however, I specialise in counselling adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Whether you are experiencing difficulties in life or suffering inner turmoil my aim is to help you explore what is happening to you and support you as you find a way through your personal emotional maze. Counselling gives you the time and space to explore your feelings in a safe, non-judgmental, friendly environment. You will be encouraged to talk openly and freely about any issues which are causing disruptions in your life, and I will support you until you find resolution or acceptance.
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Andi Hopgood
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP3
Some seek relief from anxiety, low mood or relationship struggles, while others want to explore creativity and release old patterns.
I offer psychodynamic therapy, which focuses on emotions, relationships, and unconscious patterns shaped by earlier life. Together, we explore how these patterns appear in your current life. I work in a reflective, collaborative way, sometimes drawing on images, sounds, metaphors, and creativity to deepen understanding.
Some seek relief from anxiety, low mood or relationship struggles, while others want to explore creativity and release old patterns.
I offer psychodynamic therapy, which focuses on emotions, relationships, and unconscious patterns shaped by earlier life. Together, we explore how these patterns appear in your current life. I work in a reflective, collaborative way, sometimes drawing on images, sounds, metaphors, and creativity to deepen understanding.
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Kevin Ellis
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP3
Are you feeling anxious or suffering from a low mood?
I offer an open-ended or short-term service, giving you as much time as you need. Each session lasts for 1 hour, allowing you the opportunity to discuss any problems or issues that may be affecting you. Working largely in a humanistic way, I tailor my approach to the individual and their unique set of needs.
Are you feeling anxious or suffering from a low mood?
I offer an open-ended or short-term service, giving you as much time as you need. Each session lasts for 1 hour, allowing you the opportunity to discuss any problems or issues that may be affecting you. Working largely in a humanistic way, I tailor my approach to the individual and their unique set of needs.
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Rachel Green
Counsellor, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP4
I am an integrative counsellor, being able to look at a person as a whole is so important, to understand the past, present and future. It is really important for me that you feel safe and non judged so that we can truly explore and work on the problems that you bring. In the understanding we find from what is going on we can then look into what strategies and resources we can put in place to help you manage the present. It isn't about finding perfect as it doesn't exist but getting through life the best we can and counselling can help you do that!
I am an integrative counsellor, being able to look at a person as a whole is so important, to understand the past, present and future. It is really important for me that you feel safe and non judged so that we can truly explore and work on the problems that you bring. In the understanding we find from what is going on we can then look into what strategies and resources we can put in place to help you manage the present. It isn't about finding perfect as it doesn't exist but getting through life the best we can and counselling can help you do that!
01473 917752 View 01473 917752
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Georgina Cann
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Ipswich IP4
I work with people who feel stuck in the same cycles - whether it’s relationships, work, or their own thoughts and who want to finally understand why. My approach is Psychodynamic, which means we don’t just focus on surface symptoms or quick coping strategies. Instead, we look beneath the patterns you repeat, often without realising, and uncover what’s been driving them. Many clients have tried CBT or other short-term therapies before, but come to me when they sense something deeper still needs attention. Sessions with me are 50 minutes, once a week, in a calm and confidential space where you can bring whatever is on your mind.
I work with people who feel stuck in the same cycles - whether it’s relationships, work, or their own thoughts and who want to finally understand why. My approach is Psychodynamic, which means we don’t just focus on surface symptoms or quick coping strategies. Instead, we look beneath the patterns you repeat, often without realising, and uncover what’s been driving them. Many clients have tried CBT or other short-term therapies before, but come to me when they sense something deeper still needs attention. Sessions with me are 50 minutes, once a week, in a calm and confidential space where you can bring whatever is on your mind.
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Jack Hawksley
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Ipswich IP1
Sometimes you might feel stuck and that you are repeating the same patterns making you feel anxious, overwhelmed or losing your spark.
I offer expert online therapy as well as in person sessions. I'm trained in a variety of approaches and I take care to adapt my work according to what is most useful and makes most sense to my clients.
Sometimes you might feel stuck and that you are repeating the same patterns making you feel anxious, overwhelmed or losing your spark.
I offer expert online therapy as well as in person sessions. I'm trained in a variety of approaches and I take care to adapt my work according to what is most useful and makes most sense to my clients.
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Ann Hackett
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I understand the fear of families trying to navigate often complex and slow MH systems.
I specialise in people, I am sure here I am supposed to tell you how I can help with ocd, stress, depression, trauma, and anxiety, they are symptoms and I am more interested in helping you find a way of relieving them. I work with adult children of alcoholics and addicts, helping them to recover their teenage years. I also work with CSA and complex trauma.
I understand the fear of families trying to navigate often complex and slow MH systems.
I specialise in people, I am sure here I am supposed to tell you how I can help with ocd, stress, depression, trauma, and anxiety, they are symptoms and I am more interested in helping you find a way of relieving them. I work with adult children of alcoholics and addicts, helping them to recover their teenage years. I also work with CSA and complex trauma.
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HMA Talk Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, UKCP Trainee
Ipswich IP1
If you are feeling lost or overwhelmed by past, present, or future concerns, I can offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore these experiences at your own pace. I have practiced therapeutically for over 7 years, and I am highly experienced in working across diverse socio-cultural backgrounds and settings- including the NHS and Third-sector organisations. I have a BSc & MSc in Psychology, and I am nearing completion of my Doctoral Training in Counselling Psychology & Psychotherapy. My clinical work is confidentially and robustly supported by a highly qualified and experienced Clinical Supervisior.
If you are feeling lost or overwhelmed by past, present, or future concerns, I can offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore these experiences at your own pace. I have practiced therapeutically for over 7 years, and I am highly experienced in working across diverse socio-cultural backgrounds and settings- including the NHS and Third-sector organisations. I have a BSc & MSc in Psychology, and I am nearing completion of my Doctoral Training in Counselling Psychology & Psychotherapy. My clinical work is confidentially and robustly supported by a highly qualified and experienced Clinical Supervisior.
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Jordan Cox
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP2
I work with people who find life difficult, they want to feel better and are interested in living more balanced lives. Therapy with me can offer space to look at life differently, supported by a therapeutic relationship that can apply permanent positive change to your life.
I work with people who find life difficult, they want to feel better and are interested in living more balanced lives. Therapy with me can offer space to look at life differently, supported by a therapeutic relationship that can apply permanent positive change to your life.
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Cognivia Therapy
Counsellor, MSc
Ipswich IP4
I can help you manage challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, stress, and low self-esteem.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling to cope? I offer a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and begin creating a life that feels more meaningful to you. Together, we’ll identify the changes you want to make and develop practical tools to help you sustain them. Therapy is about understanding where you are now, how past experiences have shaped your journey, and discovering choices that can lead to real change - choices that may have felt impossible before.
I can help you manage challenges such as anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, stress, and low self-esteem.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling to cope? I offer a supportive, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings and begin creating a life that feels more meaningful to you. Together, we’ll identify the changes you want to make and develop practical tools to help you sustain them. Therapy is about understanding where you are now, how past experiences have shaped your journey, and discovering choices that can lead to real change - choices that may have felt impossible before.
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Denise Moreton International Online
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I have a welcoming and down to earth approach and will work with you and help you explore and untangle your fears or worries.
I have a BA (Hons) Integrative Counselling degree and I use a relational and integrative approach incorporating psychodynamic, person-centred, and cognitive-behavioural therapy models. The premises are easily accessible by car; there is free parking and wheelchair access.
I have a welcoming and down to earth approach and will work with you and help you explore and untangle your fears or worries.
I have a BA (Hons) Integrative Counselling degree and I use a relational and integrative approach incorporating psychodynamic, person-centred, and cognitive-behavioural therapy models. The premises are easily accessible by car; there is free parking and wheelchair access.
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Nicola Harbridge
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP6
Discovering what is important for you as an individual and learning to identify and use your inner resources to cope in times of stress, anxiety, bereavement, depression and emotional upheaval such as divorce, redundancy or retirement are just a few of the benefits of counselling.
As an integrative therapist, I work holistically by integrating different therapy skills into my practice in order to provide a service which will suit individual needs. In my training I have developed a skills set which includes; online therapy, outdoor eco-therapy, solution focused therapy, behavioural therapy, EFT, creative arts therapy and coaching.
Discovering what is important for you as an individual and learning to identify and use your inner resources to cope in times of stress, anxiety, bereavement, depression and emotional upheaval such as divorce, redundancy or retirement are just a few of the benefits of counselling.
As an integrative therapist, I work holistically by integrating different therapy skills into my practice in order to provide a service which will suit individual needs. In my training I have developed a skills set which includes; online therapy, outdoor eco-therapy, solution focused therapy, behavioural therapy, EFT, creative arts therapy and coaching.
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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.