Anxiety Counselling in Welwyn

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Dr Malgorzata Anna Bielawska
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
I recognize how anxiety provoking it can be to reach out for help.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional or relationship difficulties, bereavement, trauma or any other mental health problem, then finding the right help is important. I have over ten years of experience working as a psychologist. I have been trained in a range of therapeutic interventions and am able to tailor treatment based on individual need. I specialize in working with people experiencing significant emotional issues and/or distress which can get in the way of pursuing their goals and living a valued and meaningful life.
I recognize how anxiety provoking it can be to reach out for help.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional or relationship difficulties, bereavement, trauma or any other mental health problem, then finding the right help is important. I have over ten years of experience working as a psychologist. I have been trained in a range of therapeutic interventions and am able to tailor treatment based on individual need. I specialize in working with people experiencing significant emotional issues and/or distress which can get in the way of pursuing their goals and living a valued and meaningful life.
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Dr Sabina Mazoruk
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
Hi, I'm Sabina. I am a chartered and HCPC accredited Health Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with several years of experience in mental healh services. I currently hold a senior position in the NHS, and also work in a small private practice in Welwyn, Hertfordhire, and online. I work with a variety of difficulties including stress, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, chronic pain, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, addictions, low mood and depression.
Hi, I'm Sabina. I am a chartered and HCPC accredited Health Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with several years of experience in mental healh services. I currently hold a senior position in the NHS, and also work in a small private practice in Welwyn, Hertfordhire, and online. I work with a variety of difficulties including stress, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, chronic pain, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, addictions, low mood and depression.
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Hitchin & Welwyn Psychotherapy Practice
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn AL6
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified and experienced Psychotherapist and Counsellor.  I work with a range of issues such as: anxiety and depression, trauma, self-harm, addiction, relationship and family issues, stress and self-esteem, sexuality and emotional issues, issues with self image.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified and experienced Psychotherapist and Counsellor.  I work with a range of issues such as: anxiety and depression, trauma, self-harm, addiction, relationship and family issues, stress and self-esteem, sexuality and emotional issues, issues with self image.
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Louise Southwell
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn AL6
Do you suffer with anxiety, find yourself always worrying, feeling overwhelmed and on edge and perhaps struggling to sleep. Or maybe you are feeling low, unable to motivate yourself, and finding it hard to engage in activities and live a meaningful life, all possibly by questioning your self worth and doubting yourself. All of these areas would benefit from CBT therapy, mindfulness therapies.
Do you suffer with anxiety, find yourself always worrying, feeling overwhelmed and on edge and perhaps struggling to sleep. Or maybe you are feeling low, unable to motivate yourself, and finding it hard to engage in activities and live a meaningful life, all possibly by questioning your self worth and doubting yourself. All of these areas would benefit from CBT therapy, mindfulness therapies.
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Gary Aldridge
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
I am a qualified, experienced counsellor and have trained in various approaches to therapy. This means that I use a range of counselling theories and methods within my work, ensuring that I work with you to tailor our sessions to suit your needs. I cover all areas of counselling, including, addiction, anxiety, depression, stress, couples/ relationships. I also specialise in working with trauma, addiction and alcoholism, having worked in the field of addiction for over 10 years. My current mentor is Rachel Fairhurst who is my supervisor and trainer.  Within this model of working i have been trained in trauma focussed therapy.
I am a qualified, experienced counsellor and have trained in various approaches to therapy. This means that I use a range of counselling theories and methods within my work, ensuring that I work with you to tailor our sessions to suit your needs. I cover all areas of counselling, including, addiction, anxiety, depression, stress, couples/ relationships. I also specialise in working with trauma, addiction and alcoholism, having worked in the field of addiction for over 10 years. My current mentor is Rachel Fairhurst who is my supervisor and trainer.  Within this model of working i have been trained in trauma focussed therapy.
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Nicola Borthwick
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
I have worked with a broad client group who have experienced anxiety, depression, bereavement, abuse, trauma, relationship/family difficulties, suicidal feelings, anger issues, OCD and domestic violence, as well as many other issues, including personality disorders & Autism/ASC.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I am an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Adult Community Co-ordinator in Further Education. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in Mental Health including Mindfulness.
I have worked with a broad client group who have experienced anxiety, depression, bereavement, abuse, trauma, relationship/family difficulties, suicidal feelings, anger issues, OCD and domestic violence, as well as many other issues, including personality disorders & Autism/ASC.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I am an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Adult Community Co-ordinator in Further Education. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in Mental Health including Mindfulness.
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Dr Kez Salaheddin
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
Welcome! I'm Dr Kez Salaheddin, registered Clinical Psychologist & I have over 10yrs experience working across the NHS & private sector. Everyone's journey through therapy is unique & very personal, you may have a clear idea of what you want to address, or you may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed or feel that things generally are not going the way you expected to in life. My approach is NOT to see you through a diagnostic label, but to offer you a safe space where you can develop skills, a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships & process experiences (past or present).
Welcome! I'm Dr Kez Salaheddin, registered Clinical Psychologist & I have over 10yrs experience working across the NHS & private sector. Everyone's journey through therapy is unique & very personal, you may have a clear idea of what you want to address, or you may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed or feel that things generally are not going the way you expected to in life. My approach is NOT to see you through a diagnostic label, but to offer you a safe space where you can develop skills, a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships & process experiences (past or present).
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Jenny Henshaw
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn AL6
I believe being heard without judgement can be nurturing, empowering and a precursor to change. I have a passion for connecting with people and entering their unique internal world, exploring together. I provide a safe, confidential and kind space.
I believe being heard without judgement can be nurturing, empowering and a precursor to change. I have a passion for connecting with people and entering their unique internal world, exploring together. I provide a safe, confidential and kind space.
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More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Jacqui Whittingham, MBACP, Counsellor
Jacqui Whittingham
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people who struggle every day with valuing themselves or with anxious feelings.
Do you worry all the time? Are you scared of what other people think of you? Does your life feel exhausting and overwhelming? Maybe it's hard to put into words exactly what life is like for you? Perhaps it’s hard for you to say no when people ask you to do things even if you don't want to do them? Maybe this affects work and relationships and stops you going out or applying for that new job or just puts you under pressure the whole time. Perhaps you feel isolated and lonely because it's just too hard to connect with others. I wonder if all you want is to feel comfortable in your own skin? If this is you - I get it, I see you.
I work with people who struggle every day with valuing themselves or with anxious feelings.
Do you worry all the time? Are you scared of what other people think of you? Does your life feel exhausting and overwhelming? Maybe it's hard to put into words exactly what life is like for you? Perhaps it’s hard for you to say no when people ask you to do things even if you don't want to do them? Maybe this affects work and relationships and stops you going out or applying for that new job or just puts you under pressure the whole time. Perhaps you feel isolated and lonely because it's just too hard to connect with others. I wonder if all you want is to feel comfortable in your own skin? If this is you - I get it, I see you.
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Photo of Lucy Shaw, BPC, Psychotherapist
Lucy Shaw
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
I work with a wide range of issues some of which include: depression, trauma, anger, anxiety, stress, addictions, bereavement, illness, men's issues, motherhood, women's issues, retirement, work stress, loss and relationship conflict.
I understand it can be hard to approach therapy for the first time, or maybe you are currently in need of support during an uncertain time or are feeling distressed. It can feel difficult knowing where to start. We would work together to explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviours so you can better understand yourself and others. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy can support you and give you understanding about your emotional responses to life events and insight to help cope in times of stress. I offer a safe and confidential space, where you can begin to make sense of your feelings and to identify how you would like to move forward.
I work with a wide range of issues some of which include: depression, trauma, anger, anxiety, stress, addictions, bereavement, illness, men's issues, motherhood, women's issues, retirement, work stress, loss and relationship conflict.
I understand it can be hard to approach therapy for the first time, or maybe you are currently in need of support during an uncertain time or are feeling distressed. It can feel difficult knowing where to start. We would work together to explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviours so you can better understand yourself and others. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy can support you and give you understanding about your emotional responses to life events and insight to help cope in times of stress. I offer a safe and confidential space, where you can begin to make sense of your feelings and to identify how you would like to move forward.
01727 222209 View 01727 222209
Photo of Jacquie Chandler, MSc, MBABCP, Psychotherapist
Jacquie Chandler
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn Garden City AL8
I deliver Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT) and Family Based Therapy for a wide range of mental health difficulties including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma and eating disorders.
Entering therapy can be anxiety provoking in itself thus I believe a positive therapeutic relationship is essential in ensuring clients feel comfortable to talk about whats happening for them. I have a calm, non-judgemental approach, working at the clients pace.
I deliver Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT) and Family Based Therapy for a wide range of mental health difficulties including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma and eating disorders.
Entering therapy can be anxiety provoking in itself thus I believe a positive therapeutic relationship is essential in ensuring clients feel comfortable to talk about whats happening for them. I have a calm, non-judgemental approach, working at the clients pace.
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Photo of Claire Cooper, MA, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist
Claire Cooper
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL8
I am experienced in treating anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, stress, low self-esteem and family issues.
Are you experiencing a challenge that feels too difficult to cope with? Or maybe you are dealing with overwhelming feelings of anxiety or depression? Have you suffered a loss or bereavement and are feeling sad? Are you managing these emotional challenges with unhelpful patterns of behaviour? Having experienced some difficulties in my own life, I understand how hard it can be to take the first step towards therapy. I offer a safe and confidential space where, together, we can work with the issues that are unique to you. I work holistically by using a variety of therapy approaches that will help support you in finding a way forward.
I am experienced in treating anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, stress, low self-esteem and family issues.
Are you experiencing a challenge that feels too difficult to cope with? Or maybe you are dealing with overwhelming feelings of anxiety or depression? Have you suffered a loss or bereavement and are feeling sad? Are you managing these emotional challenges with unhelpful patterns of behaviour? Having experienced some difficulties in my own life, I understand how hard it can be to take the first step towards therapy. I offer a safe and confidential space where, together, we can work with the issues that are unique to you. I work holistically by using a variety of therapy approaches that will help support you in finding a way forward.
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Photo of Muriel Walshe. Phd, PhD, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Muriel Walshe. Phd
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
I am a psychoanalytical psychotherapist with over 17 years experience of working in private practice and within the NHS. Some of the reasons people come to see me are to get help with anxiety; depression; emotional difficulties brought on by troublesome relationships; work stress; or concerns about an abusive or a traumatic past.
I am a psychoanalytical psychotherapist with over 17 years experience of working in private practice and within the NHS. Some of the reasons people come to see me are to get help with anxiety; depression; emotional difficulties brought on by troublesome relationships; work stress; or concerns about an abusive or a traumatic past.
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Dr Rai Turton
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn Garden City AL8
If you are struggling with anxiety or difficult emotion or behaviour, or stress, or sleep then I can help. I have many years of experience working with these difficulties and have always had a special interest in stress tolerance and emotion. My aim is to support you to understand your difficulties, to find relief from your symptoms and also discover solutions that enable you to feel better and to live your life as you really want to. I can offer you over 35 years of experience in the NHS and private practice, and a well evidenced approach that has been shown to work. Please see my webpage for more information: www.ntpsychology.com
If you are struggling with anxiety or difficult emotion or behaviour, or stress, or sleep then I can help. I have many years of experience working with these difficulties and have always had a special interest in stress tolerance and emotion. My aim is to support you to understand your difficulties, to find relief from your symptoms and also discover solutions that enable you to feel better and to live your life as you really want to. I can offer you over 35 years of experience in the NHS and private practice, and a well evidenced approach that has been shown to work. Please see my webpage for more information: www.ntpsychology.com
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Photo of Dawn Gregory, BACP, Counsellor
Dawn Gregory
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
Anxiety sets in and we become overwhelmed, leaving us feeling depressed and unable to cope.
I am a warm, friendly person and a good listener. I have a very empathic understanding and vast experiences from my own personal life. This has shaped me to be the person I am today. Things from our childhoods and certain traumas, can have us acting out behaviours that can be damaging to us. I have experience working with relationship breakdowns, alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety and self harm. I have worked with adolescents and adults of all disabilities. I've worked a great deal with confidence building and low self-esteem. I can help you recognise these behaviours and what triggers them.
Anxiety sets in and we become overwhelmed, leaving us feeling depressed and unable to cope.
I am a warm, friendly person and a good listener. I have a very empathic understanding and vast experiences from my own personal life. This has shaped me to be the person I am today. Things from our childhoods and certain traumas, can have us acting out behaviours that can be damaging to us. I have experience working with relationship breakdowns, alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety and self harm. I have worked with adolescents and adults of all disabilities. I've worked a great deal with confidence building and low self-esteem. I can help you recognise these behaviours and what triggers them.
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Photo of Lizzie Mitchell, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist
Lizzie Mitchell
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
I am a psychotherapist that specialises in working with children and adolescents. Is your child struggling with anxiety, low mood, managing their emotions or attending school? I also specialise in offering mental health support to children and adolescents with an ASD or ADHD diagnosis. My goal is to provide timely and individualised private therapy, helping your child navigate these complexities, by fostering resilience and empowering both you and your child.
I am a psychotherapist that specialises in working with children and adolescents. Is your child struggling with anxiety, low mood, managing their emotions or attending school? I also specialise in offering mental health support to children and adolescents with an ASD or ADHD diagnosis. My goal is to provide timely and individualised private therapy, helping your child navigate these complexities, by fostering resilience and empowering both you and your child.
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Dr Maria Tucknott
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Welwyn Garden City AL8
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I am a HCPC clinical psychologist and EMDR therapist. I specialise in helping people suffering from depression, anxiety and trauma (including PTSD) so that they can feel better and stay better for longer. In sessions with me, I offer evidence based talking therapy within a confidential space to explore your difficulties & make sense of them so that you can learn new skills and begin to make changes in the areas that are important to you.
Hello, I am a HCPC clinical psychologist and EMDR therapist. I specialise in helping people suffering from depression, anxiety and trauma (including PTSD) so that they can feel better and stay better for longer. In sessions with me, I offer evidence based talking therapy within a confidential space to explore your difficulties & make sense of them so that you can learn new skills and begin to make changes in the areas that are important to you.
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Accredited Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
Anxiety, depression, OCD, childhood issues, Affairs, Bereavement.
HI My Name is Kellie and I am an Accredited therapist and Clinical Supervisor. I have been a therapist for 10 years. Are you feeling anxious, stressed, depressed or just unhappy? sometimes theses feelings are triggered by obvious causes like job stresses, relationship problems or bereavement, while other times the underlying causes seem opaque. I can provide for you a safe and supportive non-judgemental space to look into possible sources of feelings, behavioural pattens and core beliefs that might be underlying causes of destress. my aim is to create an environment where you feel comfortable and safe.y
Anxiety, depression, OCD, childhood issues, Affairs, Bereavement.
HI My Name is Kellie and I am an Accredited therapist and Clinical Supervisor. I have been a therapist for 10 years. Are you feeling anxious, stressed, depressed or just unhappy? sometimes theses feelings are triggered by obvious causes like job stresses, relationship problems or bereavement, while other times the underlying causes seem opaque. I can provide for you a safe and supportive non-judgemental space to look into possible sources of feelings, behavioural pattens and core beliefs that might be underlying causes of destress. my aim is to create an environment where you feel comfortable and safe.y
01438 904028 View 01438 904028
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Arti Hughes
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn Garden City AL7
I own the BEST google rated private psychology practice in Hertfordshire! We have successfully helped 100’s of clients. I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. I run a friendly and professional practice. We treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/ overwhelmed with anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health anxiety, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agora phobia, Low self-confidence, & LTC’s. Call now for a free phone consultation!
I own the BEST google rated private psychology practice in Hertfordshire! We have successfully helped 100’s of clients. I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. I run a friendly and professional practice. We treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/ overwhelmed with anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health anxiety, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agora phobia, Low self-confidence, & LTC’s. Call now for a free phone consultation!
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Sharon Twydell
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn Garden City AL7
Life is so tough at the moment! Are you feeling completely overwhelmed with things you feel you 'should' be doing?- Feeling anxious or not good enough? Trying so desperately hard to look ok but inside feeling you are really not? We can work together to figure out how you would like your life to look. How you are going to get there and why this feeling is happening now? We can keep this totally in the present or look back at your past to see if there are recurring patterns or issues that might be making you feel this way. I can help you unpick all of this at your own pace in confidence.
Life is so tough at the moment! Are you feeling completely overwhelmed with things you feel you 'should' be doing?- Feeling anxious or not good enough? Trying so desperately hard to look ok but inside feeling you are really not? We can work together to figure out how you would like your life to look. How you are going to get there and why this feeling is happening now? We can keep this totally in the present or look back at your past to see if there are recurring patterns or issues that might be making you feel this way. I can help you unpick all of this at your own pace in confidence.
01727 648477 View 01727 648477

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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.