Anxiety Counselling in North Shields

Susan Irving
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Working alongside clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family issues, low self-esteem, grief, and the impact of trauma.
When you begin your therapeutic journey, I will invite you to a 50-60 minute assessment session. This will be your opportunity to openly discuss your concerns and issues in a safe and supportive environment. Your comfort and safety is my priority. Depending on the nature of your concerns, I offer both short and long-term sessions.
Working alongside clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family issues, low self-esteem, grief, and the impact of trauma.
When you begin your therapeutic journey, I will invite you to a 50-60 minute assessment session. This will be your opportunity to openly discuss your concerns and issues in a safe and supportive environment. Your comfort and safety is my priority. Depending on the nature of your concerns, I offer both short and long-term sessions.
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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.
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Florentine ten Houte de Lange
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
My specialties are varied; trauma, PTSD, driving and travel anxiety, anxieties, phobias, depression, low self-esteem etc.
Hi I am Florentine. Thank you for checking out my profile. It can be hard to find the right therapist so hopefully this information about me will help you decide. My main aim is for you to get the most out of therapy; therefore I will do my best to achieve this. I will do this by using my communication and therapeutic skills when working together, building trust and confidence for you to achieve the outcome you are after. I also pride myself in asking the right probing questions; for me therapy is not just about talking; it is also about processing and creating long lasting change.
My specialties are varied; trauma, PTSD, driving and travel anxiety, anxieties, phobias, depression, low self-esteem etc.
Hi I am Florentine. Thank you for checking out my profile. It can be hard to find the right therapist so hopefully this information about me will help you decide. My main aim is for you to get the most out of therapy; therefore I will do my best to achieve this. I will do this by using my communication and therapeutic skills when working together, building trust and confidence for you to achieve the outcome you are after. I also pride myself in asking the right probing questions; for me therapy is not just about talking; it is also about processing and creating long lasting change.
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Armele Philpotts
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
I work with people who may be struggling with their relationships, experiencing depression, anxiety (or both) for a wide range of reasons.
When you're going through a challenging time, working with someone who has supported others in similar situations is a great way to move forward. I can support you to take some time out of the same old experiences, to invest in yourself so you can be happier and enjoy what life has to offer. It's possible to work with me one to one or in your couple+.
I work with people who may be struggling with their relationships, experiencing depression, anxiety (or both) for a wide range of reasons.
When you're going through a challenging time, working with someone who has supported others in similar situations is a great way to move forward. I can support you to take some time out of the same old experiences, to invest in yourself so you can be happier and enjoy what life has to offer. It's possible to work with me one to one or in your couple+.
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Jack Morpeth
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
I have experience in bereavement, anger issues, relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, guilt, low self-esteem and OCD.
Together, we’ll explore the unconscious beliefs and patterns that may be influencing your decisions and behaviours. By gaining insight into these deeper influences, you’ll feel more empowered to make healthier, more informed and autonomous choices in your life. I offer a judgement free, relaxed space that allows you to explore yourself.
I have experience in bereavement, anger issues, relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, guilt, low self-esteem and OCD.
Together, we’ll explore the unconscious beliefs and patterns that may be influencing your decisions and behaviours. By gaining insight into these deeper influences, you’ll feel more empowered to make healthier, more informed and autonomous choices in your life. I offer a judgement free, relaxed space that allows you to explore yourself.
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Ryan Maguire
Counsellor, MBACP
You may be wrestling with anxiety, low mood, bereavement, trauma or relationship difficulties — and unsure why the same patterns keep repeating, or why things feel harder than they used to.
I tailor the therapy to you. My work is integrative — drawing on Transactional Analysis, CBT and trauma-informed practice — so we work with what fits you, not a fixed script. Together we build self-awareness and practical tools for lasting change. I have a particular focus on neurodivergent adults, including autistic and ADHD clients.
You may be wrestling with anxiety, low mood, bereavement, trauma or relationship difficulties — and unsure why the same patterns keep repeating, or why things feel harder than they used to.
I tailor the therapy to you. My work is integrative — drawing on Transactional Analysis, CBT and trauma-informed practice — so we work with what fits you, not a fixed script. Together we build self-awareness and practical tools for lasting change. I have a particular focus on neurodivergent adults, including autistic and ADHD clients.
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Kate Fitzgibbon
Counsellor, MA
I have over 30 years experience, working privately, within the NHS, relate couples counselling, drug & alcohol services, refugee & disability agencies & as a coach. Confidentiality guaranteed. Free telephone consultation. I work face to face, video & telephone calls locally & internationally.
I have over 30 years experience, working privately, within the NHS, relate couples counselling, drug & alcohol services, refugee & disability agencies & as a coach. Confidentiality guaranteed. Free telephone consultation. I work face to face, video & telephone calls locally & internationally.
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Katherine Parker
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Finding the right therapist can take time. To help you decide whether my approach feels right for you, I offer a free 25-minute consultation. During this conversation, we can talk through the issues you are facing, explore what support you are looking for, and consider how we may be able to work together. I aim to create a warm, trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel supported and understood. Together, we can explore any unhelpful feelings, thoughts, or behaviours you may be experiencing, helping you develop a clearer understanding of what may be holding you back.
Finding the right therapist can take time. To help you decide whether my approach feels right for you, I offer a free 25-minute consultation. During this conversation, we can talk through the issues you are facing, explore what support you are looking for, and consider how we may be able to work together. I aim to create a warm, trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel supported and understood. Together, we can explore any unhelpful feelings, thoughts, or behaviours you may be experiencing, helping you develop a clearer understanding of what may be holding you back.
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I also have extensive clinical experience treating grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and OCD.
I am here to help you navigate whatever life has thrown your way. We'll work together to analyse the situations you are dealing with and equip you with the best tools and techniques to work through them. Even the toughest of people sometimes need help to step back and see what they are working with.
I also have extensive clinical experience treating grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and OCD.
I am here to help you navigate whatever life has thrown your way. We'll work together to analyse the situations you are dealing with and equip you with the best tools and techniques to work through them. Even the toughest of people sometimes need help to step back and see what they are working with.
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Divine Inner Health
Psychotherapist
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
You feel exhausted, anxious, and stuck in a cycle of overthinking.
I offer high intensity cognitive behaviour therapy and take a very holistic approach to health and wellbeing. This service goes beyond symptom relief—together we’ll work through unhelpful patterns, using evidence based practices to help you restore energy, and build emotional resilience so you can thrive.
You feel exhausted, anxious, and stuck in a cycle of overthinking.
I offer high intensity cognitive behaviour therapy and take a very holistic approach to health and wellbeing. This service goes beyond symptom relief—together we’ll work through unhelpful patterns, using evidence based practices to help you restore energy, and build emotional resilience so you can thrive.
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Nicola Gauld
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Would you like to find ways of managing anxiety or make sense of difficult experiences?
I offer an integrative approach to counselling including humanistic approaches, psychodynamic counselling, CBT and creative counselling techniques. I work with clients with a range of emotional and psychological concerns. You set the agenda and pace of the sessions, and as I work integratively, you can have choice in the way we work together.
Would you like to find ways of managing anxiety or make sense of difficult experiences?
I offer an integrative approach to counselling including humanistic approaches, psychodynamic counselling, CBT and creative counselling techniques. I work with clients with a range of emotional and psychological concerns. You set the agenda and pace of the sessions, and as I work integratively, you can have choice in the way we work together.
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Andrea Denley Mbacp.
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
In our sessions, I create a nurturing environment where you can openly explore your feelings without fear of judgment.
Together, we will embark on a journey to navigate your struggles and highlight the vital importance of being heard. Remember, reaching out for help during difficult times is a courageous and significant first step toward healing. Let’s work together to explore any challenges you may have and emphasise the importance of being listened to.
In our sessions, I create a nurturing environment where you can openly explore your feelings without fear of judgment.
Together, we will embark on a journey to navigate your struggles and highlight the vital importance of being heard. Remember, reaching out for help during difficult times is a courageous and significant first step toward healing. Let’s work together to explore any challenges you may have and emphasise the importance of being listened to.
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Kayleigh Fearn
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
I support clients with many mental health challenges, specialising in ADHD, Autism and Anxiety.
Hello, I’m Kayleigh and i offer psychotherapy and counselling in Morpeth and North Shields. I work with children and adults, online and in-person. I support clients with a wide range of mental health challenges, specialising in neurodivergence (ADHD and Autism). With over 15 years’ experience in education-much of that time spent in Special Educational Needs settings supporting children and young people with Autism, ADHD, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs-I bring a deep understanding of the challenges faced by both individuals and families.
I support clients with many mental health challenges, specialising in ADHD, Autism and Anxiety.
Hello, I’m Kayleigh and i offer psychotherapy and counselling in Morpeth and North Shields. I work with children and adults, online and in-person. I support clients with a wide range of mental health challenges, specialising in neurodivergence (ADHD and Autism). With over 15 years’ experience in education-much of that time spent in Special Educational Needs settings supporting children and young people with Autism, ADHD, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs-I bring a deep understanding of the challenges faced by both individuals and families.
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Blue Talking Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
We're here to help you overcome and recover from common mental health issues such as depression, panic, worry, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), health anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), phobias, stress and some long term health conditions.
We care deeply about helping people recover from mental health issues and only use evidence based talking therapies to achieve this. At Blue Talking Therapies we offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Counselling, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR).
We're here to help you overcome and recover from common mental health issues such as depression, panic, worry, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), health anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), phobias, stress and some long term health conditions.
We care deeply about helping people recover from mental health issues and only use evidence based talking therapies to achieve this. At Blue Talking Therapies we offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Counselling, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR).
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Tracy Woodhouse
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I’m deeply committed to helping clients navigate lifes challenges, working through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, or relationship difficulties.
I work in an inclusive, neurodiversity-affirming way, supporting clients with Autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental differences. I offer flexible appointment times 7 days a week, from 7am to 11pm, with no waiting lists, and a free initial consultation to help you decide if therapy is right for you.
I’m deeply committed to helping clients navigate lifes challenges, working through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, or relationship difficulties.
I work in an inclusive, neurodiversity-affirming way, supporting clients with Autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental differences. I offer flexible appointment times 7 days a week, from 7am to 11pm, with no waiting lists, and a free initial consultation to help you decide if therapy is right for you.
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Dr Louise Fernandes
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, and health-related challenges.
Hello and welcome - I’m really glad you’re here. I’m Louise, an experienced Clinical Psychologist. I support people with mental health difficulties, life changes, and adjusting to physical health conditions. I qualified in Newcastle in 2006 and have over 20 years’ experience in NHS community and hospital settings. I now run a private clinic in Jesmond and offer face-to-face, online, and telephone appointments for those aged 16+, so you can access support in a way that feels most comfortable for you. Concessionary rates are available for NHS and Blue Light workers.
I work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, relationship issues, and health-related challenges.
Hello and welcome - I’m really glad you’re here. I’m Louise, an experienced Clinical Psychologist. I support people with mental health difficulties, life changes, and adjusting to physical health conditions. I qualified in Newcastle in 2006 and have over 20 years’ experience in NHS community and hospital settings. I now run a private clinic in Jesmond and offer face-to-face, online, and telephone appointments for those aged 16+, so you can access support in a way that feels most comfortable for you. Concessionary rates are available for NHS and Blue Light workers.
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Karen Ambelez
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Struggling to cope with negative emotions can feel very isolating and, by the nature of some problems, guilt and shame can make us feel stigmatised and prevent us reaching out for support even when its not our fault. People come to counselling for all kinds of reasons from childhood trauma to life events as adults such as divorce, bereavement and stress and what they all have in common is a desire to feel better and begin to enjoy life. Some people find they use alcohol or drugs in an attempt to cope with their feelings but inventively this creates more problems.
Struggling to cope with negative emotions can feel very isolating and, by the nature of some problems, guilt and shame can make us feel stigmatised and prevent us reaching out for support even when its not our fault. People come to counselling for all kinds of reasons from childhood trauma to life events as adults such as divorce, bereavement and stress and what they all have in common is a desire to feel better and begin to enjoy life. Some people find they use alcohol or drugs in an attempt to cope with their feelings but inventively this creates more problems.
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Sian Barnard Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Cognitive behaviour therapy was designed for anxiety related issues from panic to OCD.
As Cognitive Behaviour Therapist I specialize in emotional and behaviour issues. I love working with children and teenagers as well as adults. I like my sessions to be educational and warm even when working on very serious or emotional issues.
Cognitive behaviour therapy was designed for anxiety related issues from panic to OCD.
As Cognitive Behaviour Therapist I specialize in emotional and behaviour issues. I love working with children and teenagers as well as adults. I like my sessions to be educational and warm even when working on very serious or emotional issues.
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Julia Chapman
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I have a special interest in anxiety disorders.
I have been helping individuals with relationship issues since 2014 and my clients made changes that really improved their relationships so I decided to provide couples therapy. Please see my website. Another specialist area is helping people with work related issues such as work related stress, burnout, confidence and issues in working relationships.
I have a special interest in anxiety disorders.
I have been helping individuals with relationship issues since 2014 and my clients made changes that really improved their relationships so I decided to provide couples therapy. Please see my website. Another specialist area is helping people with work related issues such as work related stress, burnout, confidence and issues in working relationships.
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Rowan Horner
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
If you're overwhelmed, anxious or just exhausted by "trying to hold it all together", our sessions will help you:understand why your mind reacts the way it does, -break patterns that keep pulling you back -learn how to regulate your emotions and your body -reconnect with who you are (not who you should be) -rebuild boundaries, relationships and self-worth.
If you're reading this because you're feeling stuck, and life feels heavy or confusing, you're in the right place. My work is all about helping people to understand what's going on beneath the surface so they can feel calmer, clearer and more in control. Whether it's you, or a young person you care for who is struggling; my aim is simple - to help life feel easier, lighter and more manageable.
If you're overwhelmed, anxious or just exhausted by "trying to hold it all together", our sessions will help you:understand why your mind reacts the way it does, -break patterns that keep pulling you back -learn how to regulate your emotions and your body -reconnect with who you are (not who you should be) -rebuild boundaries, relationships and self-worth.
If you're reading this because you're feeling stuck, and life feels heavy or confusing, you're in the right place. My work is all about helping people to understand what's going on beneath the surface so they can feel calmer, clearer and more in control. Whether it's you, or a young person you care for who is struggling; my aim is simple - to help life feel easier, lighter and more manageable.
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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.