Anxiety Counselling in Newton Aycliffe

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Life Pathways Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Anxiety, panic attacks , Depression Relationships I offer expert help for anxiety related disorders ,including panic attack, I am able to deliver a broad range of tried and tested therapeutic techniques, to alleviate your anxiety, which can be triggered by various issues, such as work, health, relationships, loss to name a few.
strugg I have certificates in Hypnotherapy and psychotherapy working with the conscious and unconscious mind, this can be helpful with a number of issues. Counselling can be helpful when dealing with Stress, anxiety, and depression, these are often linked to various things such as work ,relationships, health, loss, to name a few.
Anxiety, panic attacks , Depression Relationships I offer expert help for anxiety related disorders ,including panic attack, I am able to deliver a broad range of tried and tested therapeutic techniques, to alleviate your anxiety, which can be triggered by various issues, such as work, health, relationships, loss to name a few.
strugg I have certificates in Hypnotherapy and psychotherapy working with the conscious and unconscious mind, this can be helpful with a number of issues. Counselling can be helpful when dealing with Stress, anxiety, and depression, these are often linked to various things such as work ,relationships, health, loss, to name a few.
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Sharon Temple
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Counsellor, HICBT & EMDR therapist Hi im Sharon. I offer a warm non-judgemental space where you can explore and express what's troubling you. Sometimes you might become stuck and not really know why or how to change your situation. At other times you might be looking for someone to provide support because of something specific.
Counsellor, HICBT & EMDR therapist Hi im Sharon. I offer a warm non-judgemental space where you can explore and express what's troubling you. Sometimes you might become stuck and not really know why or how to change your situation. At other times you might be looking for someone to provide support because of something specific.
07722 938114 View 07722 938114
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Sue Smith
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
I regularly use EMDR to work with trauma, phobias and negative self belief.
Thank you for checking out my profile. I work with adults and have a lengthy career history working across a range of issues. I predominantly use trauma therapy to help clients move forward but utilise a range of tools as required. In private practice I have worked with adult survivors of childhood abuse, sexual abuse, domestic violence, sudden death, accidents and suicide of loved ones. Clients may be unsure as to what their needs are, they simply want to feel better. We will explore this and identify targets for our work together. The initial discussion/meeting helps us to establish if I'm the right therapist for your needs.
I regularly use EMDR to work with trauma, phobias and negative self belief.
Thank you for checking out my profile. I work with adults and have a lengthy career history working across a range of issues. I predominantly use trauma therapy to help clients move forward but utilise a range of tools as required. In private practice I have worked with adult survivors of childhood abuse, sexual abuse, domestic violence, sudden death, accidents and suicide of loved ones. Clients may be unsure as to what their needs are, they simply want to feel better. We will explore this and identify targets for our work together. The initial discussion/meeting helps us to establish if I'm the right therapist for your needs.
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Ronnoc's counselling service
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
I work with clients who may be struggling with grief, anxiety or depression related to their bereavement or
Hi my name is Alison I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, who uses an integrative, person centred approach to counselling. I adopt this approach to provide an unique opportunity to help you to explore those feelings of being overwhelmed. especially after a bereavement or loss. We can explore ways to help you to identify your issues and unravel your thoughts and feelings which in turn can help you to alter your behaviour and regulate your emotions. This will empower you to strive forwards in your life and improve your well being.
I work with clients who may be struggling with grief, anxiety or depression related to their bereavement or
Hi my name is Alison I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, who uses an integrative, person centred approach to counselling. I adopt this approach to provide an unique opportunity to help you to explore those feelings of being overwhelmed. especially after a bereavement or loss. We can explore ways to help you to identify your issues and unravel your thoughts and feelings which in turn can help you to alter your behaviour and regulate your emotions. This will empower you to strive forwards in your life and improve your well being.
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Cheryl Lyn Burgess
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
My passion is supporting people with Anxiety, trauma (including childhood trauma showing up in adulthood), attachment issues, bereavement, and relationship challenges.
Why Choose Me? Reaching out is a powerful first step towards healing. My training and depth of unique personal experience will help you make sense of painful feelings or unhelpful patterns of behaviours, so you can reflect and heal. But also move forwards with greater clarity, decision making and closer connections with others.
My passion is supporting people with Anxiety, trauma (including childhood trauma showing up in adulthood), attachment issues, bereavement, and relationship challenges.
Why Choose Me? Reaching out is a powerful first step towards healing. My training and depth of unique personal experience will help you make sense of painful feelings or unhelpful patterns of behaviours, so you can reflect and heal. But also move forwards with greater clarity, decision making and closer connections with others.
01325 796770 View 01325 796770
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Craig Lee
Counsellor, MSc
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm Craig, a therapist specialising in working with eating disorders and body image issues. Are thoughts about food or your body ruling your life? You've probably tried to change before, to eat less, eat more "normally" or promise yourself tomorrow will be different, but nothing seems to last for long. I work online with adults across the UK, supporting people with a range of food and body issues including: binge eating, compulsive eating, bulimia, anorexia, ARFID, body dysmorphia, and disordered eating that doesn’t fit into a clear category.
I'm Craig, a therapist specialising in working with eating disorders and body image issues. Are thoughts about food or your body ruling your life? You've probably tried to change before, to eat less, eat more "normally" or promise yourself tomorrow will be different, but nothing seems to last for long. I work online with adults across the UK, supporting people with a range of food and body issues including: binge eating, compulsive eating, bulimia, anorexia, ARFID, body dysmorphia, and disordered eating that doesn’t fit into a clear category.
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Many of my clients come to me feeling deeply burnt out, anxious, or trapped by relationship strains they can’t seem to shift.
I tailormake therapy to you by blending practical CBT tools with deeper psychodynamic insight. We work entirely at your pace to find real-world ways to ground you. I support clients UK-wide via secure online video sessions, alongside offering unique walk-and-talk therapy in the County Durham landscape for those who prefer moving in nature.
Many of my clients come to me feeling deeply burnt out, anxious, or trapped by relationship strains they can’t seem to shift.
I tailormake therapy to you by blending practical CBT tools with deeper psychodynamic insight. We work entirely at your pace to find real-world ways to ground you. I support clients UK-wide via secure online video sessions, alongside offering unique walk-and-talk therapy in the County Durham landscape for those who prefer moving in nature.
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Kate O'Leary
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Maybe you’ve had a panic attack in the toilet at work.
I deeply believe that YOU are the only person who's the real expert on you. And I fully believe that you can heal and recover. My intention is to be alongside you, to support you, while you do. I'll offer you an honest, warm, occasionally sweary, space to talk and reflect, where we can make sense of things together. You don't have to do it all on your own.
Maybe you’ve had a panic attack in the toilet at work.
I deeply believe that YOU are the only person who's the real expert on you. And I fully believe that you can heal and recover. My intention is to be alongside you, to support you, while you do. I'll offer you an honest, warm, occasionally sweary, space to talk and reflect, where we can make sense of things together. You don't have to do it all on your own.
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Sasha Maxwell
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Deeply self-aware and neurodivergent people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or exhausted from constantly holding everything together. Some of my clients come to counselling feeling lost in questions of identity, belonging, relationships, self-worth, grief, trauma, life transitions, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. They may be struggling to understand themselves, navigate change, process emotions, or find a way forward that feels authentic and sustainable. At the heart of my work is helping people see themselves as whole human beings, not problems to be fixed.
Deeply self-aware and neurodivergent people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or exhausted from constantly holding everything together. Some of my clients come to counselling feeling lost in questions of identity, belonging, relationships, self-worth, grief, trauma, life transitions, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. They may be struggling to understand themselves, navigate change, process emotions, or find a way forward that feels authentic and sustainable. At the heart of my work is helping people see themselves as whole human beings, not problems to be fixed.
01388 434576 View 01388 434576
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Stacy Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, I am a trauma-informed, integrative counsellor. I meet clients weekly, face-to-face in a safe, comfortable therapy space in Darlington, Co Durham, UK, and online via Zoom or by telephone if you prefer. I have a flexible work structure regarding regularity of sessions. I have supported many clients throughout the years with a variety of mental health issues at Mind, the Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre and Durham University before entering private practice. The relationship with your counsellor is key to positive change on your healing journey. Schedule a free phone session to discuss how we could work together.
Hello, I am a trauma-informed, integrative counsellor. I meet clients weekly, face-to-face in a safe, comfortable therapy space in Darlington, Co Durham, UK, and online via Zoom or by telephone if you prefer. I have a flexible work structure regarding regularity of sessions. I have supported many clients throughout the years with a variety of mental health issues at Mind, the Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre and Durham University before entering private practice. The relationship with your counsellor is key to positive change on your healing journey. Schedule a free phone session to discuss how we could work together.
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Samantha Kay Hunter
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
My role is to offer a calm, compassionate space where you can breathe, reflect, and explore what’s going on for you without fear of judgement or pressure.
People come to me for many reasons, including: Anxiety and stress, Low mood or loss of motivation, relationship or family difficulties, low self‑esteem or self‑confidence, grief, loss or major life changes, feeling stuck, confused, or disconnected. Together, we can explore what’s happening for you in a way that feels safe, respectful, and empowering.
My role is to offer a calm, compassionate space where you can breathe, reflect, and explore what’s going on for you without fear of judgement or pressure.
People come to me for many reasons, including: Anxiety and stress, Low mood or loss of motivation, relationship or family difficulties, low self‑esteem or self‑confidence, grief, loss or major life changes, feeling stuck, confused, or disconnected. Together, we can explore what’s happening for you in a way that feels safe, respectful, and empowering.
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Dr Lauren Lovegood
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy trauma focused work as well as relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief and OCD.
I hope to create a safe and honest space where you can bring all parts of yourself to therapy. I try not to take myself too seriously and encourage my clients to do the same - I think humour is an important part of therapy. I want to support you towards your goals whether that’s processing trauma, being kinder to yourself or a better relationship with food
I enjoy trauma focused work as well as relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief and OCD.
I hope to create a safe and honest space where you can bring all parts of yourself to therapy. I try not to take myself too seriously and encourage my clients to do the same - I think humour is an important part of therapy. I want to support you towards your goals whether that’s processing trauma, being kinder to yourself or a better relationship with food
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More Therapists Nearby

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Julie Barfoot Talking Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
I provide personalised CBT £70 for people with anxiety disorders e
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - We look at how your thoughts, feelings and behaviours are keeping you stuck in a vicious cycle and the triggers that keep them going. EMDR is a specialist psychotherapy specifically dealing with trauma and some anxiety disorders.
I provide personalised CBT £70 for people with anxiety disorders e
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - We look at how your thoughts, feelings and behaviours are keeping you stuck in a vicious cycle and the triggers that keep them going. EMDR is a specialist psychotherapy specifically dealing with trauma and some anxiety disorders.
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Hannah Graham
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
As a BACP-registered counsellor with experience working both privately and in an NHS GP surgery, I've worked with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, gender identity, family or relationship difficulties and trauma.
Are you looking for a counsellor who celebrates you for who you are and respects you as an expert in your own experience? As a humanistic, integrative counsellor, I'll put your unique self at the very heart of our work and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to find out what works best for you. I aim to use kindness, warmth and humour to create a space where you can be yourself and achieve your goals. Inclusivity is central to my practice: I'm neurodiversity affirming; and committed to supporting LGBQT+ clients, including trans and gender diverse clients, and those in non-monogamous or non-traditional relationships.
As a BACP-registered counsellor with experience working both privately and in an NHS GP surgery, I've worked with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, gender identity, family or relationship difficulties and trauma.
Are you looking for a counsellor who celebrates you for who you are and respects you as an expert in your own experience? As a humanistic, integrative counsellor, I'll put your unique self at the very heart of our work and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to find out what works best for you. I aim to use kindness, warmth and humour to create a space where you can be yourself and achieve your goals. Inclusivity is central to my practice: I'm neurodiversity affirming; and committed to supporting LGBQT+ clients, including trans and gender diverse clients, and those in non-monogamous or non-traditional relationships.
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Amanda Alexander
Psychotherapist, MSc
Serves Area
Many of my clients appear to be coping on the outside but feel anxious, low, or stuck underneath.
I offer trauma-informed therapy for anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), I draw on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help you understand different parts of yourself, process experiences, and shift unhelpful beliefs.
Many of my clients appear to be coping on the outside but feel anxious, low, or stuck underneath.
I offer trauma-informed therapy for anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), I draw on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help you understand different parts of yourself, process experiences, and shift unhelpful beliefs.
0141 673 2048 View 0141 673 2048
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Ryan Grey
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Feeling stuck in overthinking, anxiety or low self-esteem?
I help adults struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt and relationship difficulties. Together we explore the patterns behind your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so they begin to make more sense. With greater understanding, clients often feel more confident, less overwhelmed and better able to move forward.
Feeling stuck in overthinking, anxiety or low self-esteem?
I help adults struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt and relationship difficulties. Together we explore the patterns behind your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so they begin to make more sense. With greater understanding, clients often feel more confident, less overwhelmed and better able to move forward.
01325 952049 View 01325 952049
Photo of Julie Campbell - North East Counselling Services, Counsellor, MBACP
North East Counselling Services provide counselling to anyone aged 4+ using our team of experienced counsellors. We provide counselling for couples in addition to individuals. We believe that getting you the right counsellor is important to your progress which is why we carry out an assessment then allocate you to the most appropriate counsellor, not just whoever is available. We've got a team of around 50 counsellors and 98% of our clients have said that our counselling helped them.
North East Counselling Services provide counselling to anyone aged 4+ using our team of experienced counsellors. We provide counselling for couples in addition to individuals. We believe that getting you the right counsellor is important to your progress which is why we carry out an assessment then allocate you to the most appropriate counsellor, not just whoever is available. We've got a team of around 50 counsellors and 98% of our clients have said that our counselling helped them.
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Dr Lindsey Nicholson
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I have many years experience of treating a wide array of psychological difficulties, from day to day worries to complex psychological conditions.
I can offer an assessment and treatment plan based on your own individual needs. I have a particular interest in treating trauma; whether this be as a result of an accident, bereavement, domestic violence or childhood abuse. I also have an interest in treating common mental health problems such as anxiety, depression and stress-related difficulties.
I have many years experience of treating a wide array of psychological difficulties, from day to day worries to complex psychological conditions.
I can offer an assessment and treatment plan based on your own individual needs. I have a particular interest in treating trauma; whether this be as a result of an accident, bereavement, domestic violence or childhood abuse. I also have an interest in treating common mental health problems such as anxiety, depression and stress-related difficulties.
01287 555540 View 01287 555540
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Debra Baker-Heriot
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
I offer support for many issues including feelings of anxiety, low mood, bereavement, loss, trauma, depresssion, relationships, life transitions, or feeling empty in life.
A counselling relationship can develop personal growth. Therapy can help you to explore ‘here and now’ issues or things that have been troubling you for a long time. I offer both short & long term therapy and we can discuss together what feels right for you. I am also an experienced, trained, couples therapist who works with all relationship issues.
I offer support for many issues including feelings of anxiety, low mood, bereavement, loss, trauma, depresssion, relationships, life transitions, or feeling empty in life.
A counselling relationship can develop personal growth. Therapy can help you to explore ‘here and now’ issues or things that have been troubling you for a long time. I offer both short & long term therapy and we can discuss together what feels right for you. I am also an experienced, trained, couples therapist who works with all relationship issues.
01642 065526 View 01642 065526
Photo of Gabrielle Victoria Christie, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Gabrielle Victoria Christie
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I also have specialist experience in anxiety, OCD, and trauma, and have completed advanced training in Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder through University of Oxford.
My approach is grounded in evidence-based practice, including CBT and EMDR to help you understand unhelpful patterns, make sense of difficult experiences, whilst processing them or targeting them, from a cognitive, behavioural and emotional level.
I also have specialist experience in anxiety, OCD, and trauma, and have completed advanced training in Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder through University of Oxford.
My approach is grounded in evidence-based practice, including CBT and EMDR to help you understand unhelpful patterns, make sense of difficult experiences, whilst processing them or targeting them, from a cognitive, behavioural and emotional level.
0191 743 2242 View 0191 743 2242
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.