Anxiety Counselling in Somerton

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Jenna Harper
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerton TA11
I’m a warm, down to earth counsellor offering an understanding environment for you to feel relaxed and at ease. So you can begin to make sense of the challenges impacting how you feel, your relationships and daily life and find a way through. Choosing the right person can be difficult so I offer a free 15min intro call to ask any questions and help you decide. I support all ages in areas such as bereavement and loss, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, eating disorders and trauma that you are struggling to cope with. Helping you to feel seen and heard to strengthen your self esteem and resilience through our work together.
I’m a warm, down to earth counsellor offering an understanding environment for you to feel relaxed and at ease. So you can begin to make sense of the challenges impacting how you feel, your relationships and daily life and find a way through. Choosing the right person can be difficult so I offer a free 15min intro call to ask any questions and help you decide. I support all ages in areas such as bereavement and loss, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, eating disorders and trauma that you are struggling to cope with. Helping you to feel seen and heard to strengthen your self esteem and resilience through our work together.
01749 608487 View 01749 608487
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Ruth Hubbard
Counsellor, SNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
We are all a work in progress and counselling helps us when we get stuck in our own emotional turmoil and we can't see a way through what is worrying us.
Are you struggling? Attempting to gain a better understanding of yourself and find ways to better cope with life's ups and downs? I can help you find a path forward by making sense of, and learning from our past, engaging with the present & creating future hope. We can explore things that may be causing you distress or confusion from that odd sense that things aren't quite right and feeling unfulfilled to specific issues which are affecting your daily life e.g. chronic pain and illness, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, abuse, self defeating and / self destructive behaviours.
We are all a work in progress and counselling helps us when we get stuck in our own emotional turmoil and we can't see a way through what is worrying us.
Are you struggling? Attempting to gain a better understanding of yourself and find ways to better cope with life's ups and downs? I can help you find a path forward by making sense of, and learning from our past, engaging with the present & creating future hope. We can explore things that may be causing you distress or confusion from that odd sense that things aren't quite right and feeling unfulfilled to specific issues which are affecting your daily life e.g. chronic pain and illness, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, abuse, self defeating and / self destructive behaviours.
01458 552337 View 01458 552337
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Claire Angela Tabor
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
I believe we are all products of our upbringing and experiences. Sometimes, this can lead to struggling with anxiety, low self esteem, confusion and not feeling good in relationships. I can work with you to unravel what this is all about and help you find new ways of coping and moving forwards. We can talk or use creative methods to facilitate this discovery process. I work with young people, adults and couples for short or long term one to one sessions which are all driven by you and on your terms. I offer a free, initial meeting so you can decide if I am the right Counsellor for you. I also offer clinical supervision.
I believe we are all products of our upbringing and experiences. Sometimes, this can lead to struggling with anxiety, low self esteem, confusion and not feeling good in relationships. I can work with you to unravel what this is all about and help you find new ways of coping and moving forwards. We can talk or use creative methods to facilitate this discovery process. I work with young people, adults and couples for short or long term one to one sessions which are all driven by you and on your terms. I offer a free, initial meeting so you can decide if I am the right Counsellor for you. I also offer clinical supervision.
07481 339122 View 07481 339122
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Debra Welsh
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerton TA11  (Online Only)
I have helped and supported clients with the following issues in the past: abuse, trauma, bullying, stress and anxiety, depression, work-related issues, infertility and miscarriage, OCD, eating disorders, relationships, domestic violence, parenting, suicidal thoughts and many other issues.
Does life sometimes feel like a struggle? I can support you if you would like to explore your thoughts and feelings, to be treated with warmth and empathy and be really listened to without judgement or to be supported in helping you resolve your problems. Counselling can help with any situation which has led you to feel anxious, sad, stressed or frustrated. It can help you to see things from another perspective and help you find solutions for your worries. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist with 10 years experience and I offer counselling via telephone and video.
I have helped and supported clients with the following issues in the past: abuse, trauma, bullying, stress and anxiety, depression, work-related issues, infertility and miscarriage, OCD, eating disorders, relationships, domestic violence, parenting, suicidal thoughts and many other issues.
Does life sometimes feel like a struggle? I can support you if you would like to explore your thoughts and feelings, to be treated with warmth and empathy and be really listened to without judgement or to be supported in helping you resolve your problems. Counselling can help with any situation which has led you to feel anxious, sad, stressed or frustrated. It can help you to see things from another perspective and help you find solutions for your worries. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist with 10 years experience and I offer counselling via telephone and video.
01278 554608 View 01278 554608
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Langport counselling Practice
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
I realise that making the decision to come to counselling can be frightening or tough. Eventually an event, a situation or living with relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, or sadness can lead you to consider this option. You have the choice to live in a more comfortable way and I can help you with this. I work with couples and individuals, I care deeply about the work I do and the journey we take together. We will look at the issues and feelings that are present for you, provide a holding place to understand and work through them. This will lead you to start to feel the benefit of real change in you and your relationships.
I realise that making the decision to come to counselling can be frightening or tough. Eventually an event, a situation or living with relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, or sadness can lead you to consider this option. You have the choice to live in a more comfortable way and I can help you with this. I work with couples and individuals, I care deeply about the work I do and the journey we take together. We will look at the issues and feelings that are present for you, provide a holding place to understand and work through them. This will lead you to start to feel the benefit of real change in you and your relationships.
07803 403778 View 07803 403778
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Angelina De Roberto
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
I can work with complex trauma, depression, anxiety, and have lots of empathy and care for all individuals.
If you are struggling with negative thoughts and feelings and want to change these to more positive thinking then don't wait contact me now. I have 40 years experience of working with the NHS and treated thousands of patients successfully with CBT or EMDR
I can work with complex trauma, depression, anxiety, and have lots of empathy and care for all individuals.
If you are struggling with negative thoughts and feelings and want to change these to more positive thinking then don't wait contact me now. I have 40 years experience of working with the NHS and treated thousands of patients successfully with CBT or EMDR
01935 350094 View 01935 350094
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Mareile Bowditch
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
My aim is to help you to make sense of the difficulties that are causing you anxiety or unhappiness, supporting both release and change so that your life works for you.
For many of us, there comes a time in our lives when we realise that instead of living our life, things just keep happening and we react to them. The pressure builds and we are struggling to keep up with the demands. And somehow, who we are and what we want from life gets lost.
My aim is to help you to make sense of the difficulties that are causing you anxiety or unhappiness, supporting both release and change so that your life works for you.
For many of us, there comes a time in our lives when we realise that instead of living our life, things just keep happening and we react to them. The pressure builds and we are struggling to keep up with the demands. And somehow, who we are and what we want from life gets lost.
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Jennifer Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
Hello. I offer in-person counselling to children/young people up to the age of 19 and on-line executive function coaching to young people and adults with ADHD and ASD. Sessions are tailored to individual needs, depending on age, situation, developmental needs, and what you are drawn to. My areas of speciality include: anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma, low self-esteem, working with ADHD and ASD, coaching, school and family-related issues. I aim to work collaboratively, with compassion, and, in all cases, I am led by my clients’ needs and wishes enabling a welcoming environment of trust.
Hello. I offer in-person counselling to children/young people up to the age of 19 and on-line executive function coaching to young people and adults with ADHD and ASD. Sessions are tailored to individual needs, depending on age, situation, developmental needs, and what you are drawn to. My areas of speciality include: anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma, low self-esteem, working with ADHD and ASD, coaching, school and family-related issues. I aim to work collaboratively, with compassion, and, in all cases, I am led by my clients’ needs and wishes enabling a welcoming environment of trust.
01458 552328 View 01458 552328
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Julie Page
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
Hi, I'm Julie, and I am passionate about working with people who have experienced abuse or trauma, whether it be sexual, physical or emotional. When we experience trauma we lose part of who we truly are because of the after effects, such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, flashbacks and dissociation (when we feel distanced from our emotions or ‘spaced out’, as if we’re living on autopilot). I love helping people rediscover who they really are by creating an environment in which they feel safe and completely accepted. I don't analyse you but with careful listening will know what we need to work on.
Hi, I'm Julie, and I am passionate about working with people who have experienced abuse or trauma, whether it be sexual, physical or emotional. When we experience trauma we lose part of who we truly are because of the after effects, such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, flashbacks and dissociation (when we feel distanced from our emotions or ‘spaced out’, as if we’re living on autopilot). I love helping people rediscover who they really are by creating an environment in which they feel safe and completely accepted. I don't analyse you but with careful listening will know what we need to work on.
01458 555909 View 01458 555909
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Lucy Sawrey-Cookson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
I am an integrative counsellor with a person-centred orientation; I believe in you, your courage and capacity to seek the self-awareness required to make the positive changes needed for acceptance, fulfilment, balance and joy. I can offer you a safe space to discover your real self, where and how you are experiencing conflict, your coping mechanisms and patterns of behaviour and how to enable successful, lifelong positivity from within.
I am an integrative counsellor with a person-centred orientation; I believe in you, your courage and capacity to seek the self-awareness required to make the positive changes needed for acceptance, fulfilment, balance and joy. I can offer you a safe space to discover your real self, where and how you are experiencing conflict, your coping mechanisms and patterns of behaviour and how to enable successful, lifelong positivity from within.
01458 552133 View 01458 552133
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Helen Maryse Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
Hello my name is Helen and I am here to be alongside you in difficult overwhelming ,confusing and extremely challenging times. I will gently enable you to find your pathway through ; finding clarity.In years of experience I am always moved by witnessing a client's gradual change ;feeling empowered and in a better place. I have genuine warmth in connecting and enabling therapeutic healing. I provide a comfortable private home setting where you will feel safe in exploring and finding your way forward in a way which will feel right for you. I am person centred/Integrative.Currently phone/online/walk and talk are very effective
Hello my name is Helen and I am here to be alongside you in difficult overwhelming ,confusing and extremely challenging times. I will gently enable you to find your pathway through ; finding clarity.In years of experience I am always moved by witnessing a client's gradual change ;feeling empowered and in a better place. I have genuine warmth in connecting and enabling therapeutic healing. I provide a comfortable private home setting where you will feel safe in exploring and finding your way forward in a way which will feel right for you. I am person centred/Integrative.Currently phone/online/walk and talk are very effective
07970 580933 View 07970 580933
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Gemma Spence
Psychotherapist, MRes, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
Hello, I believe the most rewarding gift we can give ourselves is the space to try and understand our own story. Since you have found your way to this page I expect you may be facing some difficulty in your life? Starting therapy can feel daunting, but I am here to make it feel safe and nourishing— it is a journey full of possibility and potential. You have already achieved a huge step by beginning your search, you have acknowledged that you need some time and space that is entirely dedicated towards you, and that in itself is already a big act of self compassion.
Hello, I believe the most rewarding gift we can give ourselves is the space to try and understand our own story. Since you have found your way to this page I expect you may be facing some difficulty in your life? Starting therapy can feel daunting, but I am here to make it feel safe and nourishing— it is a journey full of possibility and potential. You have already achieved a huge step by beginning your search, you have acknowledged that you need some time and space that is entirely dedicated towards you, and that in itself is already a big act of self compassion.
01458 552349 View 01458 552349
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Xenia Kaspar
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
Hello, my name is Xenia and I am a accredited psychotherapeutic counsellor. Life has it’s challenges and I have certainly had my own over the years. Sometimes we just need support from someone that isn’t family or a close friend. Someone who we can trust that they will hold space for us in order to process certain events, or, a confidential objective party that will listen, without judgement, so we can make sense of ourselves and the world around us.
Hello, my name is Xenia and I am a accredited psychotherapeutic counsellor. Life has it’s challenges and I have certainly had my own over the years. Sometimes we just need support from someone that isn’t family or a close friend. Someone who we can trust that they will hold space for us in order to process certain events, or, a confidential objective party that will listen, without judgement, so we can make sense of ourselves and the world around us.
023 8001 2065 View 023 8001 2065
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Rose Persson
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
Somerton TA11
Not accepting new clients
My role is to help you gain greater understanding of what might be underlying these difficulties and to help you explore what is leading to feelings of depression, anxiety and dissatisfaction with life.
You may feel your problems are too small or insignificant and may find it hard to understand why things seem so difficult but I am particularly equipped to work with those who really want to understand what might be underlying their current feelings of depression or anxiety.
My role is to help you gain greater understanding of what might be underlying these difficulties and to help you explore what is leading to feelings of depression, anxiety and dissatisfaction with life.
You may feel your problems are too small or insignificant and may find it hard to understand why things seem so difficult but I am particularly equipped to work with those who really want to understand what might be underlying their current feelings of depression or anxiety.
01963 408881 View 01963 408881

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Three Counties Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Yeovil BA21
As an accredited, fully qualified practitioner and supervisor with over 20 years experience, I offer long or short term counselling and psychotherapy for adults and young people for any emotional or mental health issues such as anxiety, relationship issues, bereavement, abuse, stress, anger management, PTSD and depression. I also provide an employee assistance programme (EAP) for businesses in the area, offering a service supporting workers suffering from stress or other psychological difficulties which can effect attendance and/or performance.
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Steve Cutmore
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glastonbury BA6
Anxiety and self-esteem are related problems that frequently work with in therapy.
I provide a nurturing environment in which themes and issues can be explored safely. My overall goal is to enhance client's sense of well-being and ability to thrive. I view each client as an individual who is seeking assistance in aligning with their path. I place great value on the client-therapist relationship, as a client you will experience me as committed to my work, focussed and attentive while being friendly and non-judgemental. I am happy to work face to face or via skype/phone-calls. I am open to negotiating rates if appropriate.
Anxiety and self-esteem are related problems that frequently work with in therapy.
I provide a nurturing environment in which themes and issues can be explored safely. My overall goal is to enhance client's sense of well-being and ability to thrive. I view each client as an individual who is seeking assistance in aligning with their path. I place great value on the client-therapist relationship, as a client you will experience me as committed to my work, focussed and attentive while being friendly and non-judgemental. I am happy to work face to face or via skype/phone-calls. I am open to negotiating rates if appropriate.
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Christopher Guy Soloman
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Glastonbury BA6  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome to my page. I recognise the courage it takes to approach a therapist and would like to help you. Over ten years of practising, therapy has shown me time and time again how people can overcome their problems successfully and live fulfilled and happy lives. In today's pressured world, mental health problems are all too common. Maybe you're struggling with depression or stress or the problem is anxiety, or trauma, or grief. Perhaps you're struggling with a habit that started off as a pleasure but turned into an addiction over lockdown. Whatever the mental health problem, talking therapy can help.
Hello and welcome to my page. I recognise the courage it takes to approach a therapist and would like to help you. Over ten years of practising, therapy has shown me time and time again how people can overcome their problems successfully and live fulfilled and happy lives. In today's pressured world, mental health problems are all too common. Maybe you're struggling with depression or stress or the problem is anxiety, or trauma, or grief. Perhaps you're struggling with a habit that started off as a pleasure but turned into an addiction over lockdown. Whatever the mental health problem, talking therapy can help.
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Duncan Moss
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Yeovil BA20
With 40 years experience, I can help with a wide range of anxiety and mood difficulties helping to bring about understanding and positive change. This includes depression, low esteem, panic, phobias (spiders, animals, storms, heights, emeto phobia etc), social anxiety, OCD (which includes ERP), BDD, eating disorders, health anxiety, GAD ( worry), PTSD/trauma, driving anxiety, insomnia and anger/temper. I offer appointments 10am -4pm Monday to Friday.
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Henrietta Lang
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glastonbury BA6
Waitlist for new clients
I know how hard it is to live with anxiety, low mood and poor self esteem.
Are you exhausted by the effort it takes to manage your feelings? Do you want to feel safe? Do you wonder who you are or why you feel bad? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, panic disorders or relationship problems, there is good news. Research has shown that a good relationship with a counsellor/therapist can really help. My approach is to help you understand both 'your hidden self' (the unconscious) and find everyday tools and tasks that can help you change your life. I hope I can show you that all the wisdom and creativity you need to enjoy your life is within reach.
I know how hard it is to live with anxiety, low mood and poor self esteem.
Are you exhausted by the effort it takes to manage your feelings? Do you want to feel safe? Do you wonder who you are or why you feel bad? Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, panic disorders or relationship problems, there is good news. Research has shown that a good relationship with a counsellor/therapist can really help. My approach is to help you understand both 'your hidden self' (the unconscious) and find everyday tools and tasks that can help you change your life. I hope I can show you that all the wisdom and creativity you need to enjoy your life is within reach.
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Mike Jackson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Street BA16
I also support stress, anxiety, depression, relationships/friendships, work-related, life-limiting illnesses, suicide prevention, suicide bereavement, self-harm, & counselling young people & adults.
Sliding scale available £25-£65. I am Mike & I am a qualified counsellor & supervisor with many years of experience working with adults & young people in various settings. I am a person-centred counsellor using an integrative framework. My work is underpinned by different approaches including humanistic approaches, cognitive behavioural therapy, Mindfulness, solution-focused and creative ways of working. I have varied qualifications and experience including a Diploma Level 5, accredited by the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society MNCPS (Acc.). I provide face-to-face in Puriton, online and telephone counselling See my website
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Anxiety Counsellors

What are the most common treatments 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.

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.

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.