Anxiety & Panic Attacks
You don't have to keep living with constant worry, fear, or panic. Counselling can help you understand what's driving your anxiety and find practical ways to manage it — so you can start feeling like yourself again.
You're Not Alone — and It's Not 'Just Worry'
Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people seek counselling, and yet it's also one of the most misunderstood. It's not a character flaw, a sign of weakness, or something you can simply 'snap out of'. It's a very real experience that can affect every part of your life — your sleep, your relationships, your work, and your sense of who you are.
I work with both adults and young people (aged 11–18) who are struggling with anxiety in all its forms. Whether your anxiety has built up gradually over years or arrived suddenly and without warning, I can help you make sense of it and find a way through.
Recognising Anxiety
Anxiety shows up differently for everyone. You might recognise some of these:
Physical
- Racing or pounding heart
- Shortness of breath
- Muscle tension or headaches
- Nausea or stomach problems
- Fatigue and sleep difficulties
Emotional & Mental
- Constant worry or dread
- Feeling overwhelmed or out of control
- Irritability or restlessness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Avoiding situations that trigger fear
My Approach
Person-centred therapy combined with CBT techniques
I use a person-centred approach as the foundation of my work — meaning I start with you, your experience, and what matters most to you. There's no one-size-fits-all solution to anxiety, and I won't treat you like there is.
Alongside this, I draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques to help you identify and challenge the thought patterns and behaviours that are keeping your anxiety going. Together, these approaches give you both the emotional support and the practical tools you need.
- Understanding the root causes of your anxiety
- Identifying unhelpful thought patterns
- Practical CBT techniques to manage symptoms
- Building long-term coping strategies
- Working at your own pace in a safe, non-judgemental space
Types of Anxiety I Can Help With
General Anxiety & Worry
Persistent, hard-to-control worry that affects your daily life — always waiting for something to go wrong, feeling on edge, or struggling to switch off.
Panic Attacks
Sudden, overwhelming episodes of intense fear — racing heart, difficulty breathing, dizziness, or a feeling that something terrible is about to happen. Panic attacks are frightening, but they are treatable.
Social Anxiety
Intense fear of social situations, being judged, or embarrassing yourself. Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel exhausting and lead to avoidance that shrinks your world.
Health Anxiety
Persistent worry about your health or the health of those you love — constantly checking symptoms, seeking reassurance, or fearing the worst despite medical reassurance.
Work-Related Stress
Anxiety driven by workplace pressure, burnout, fear of failure, or difficult relationships at work. Left unaddressed, work stress can spill into every area of your life.
Phobias
Intense, irrational fear of specific situations, objects, or experiences that leads to avoidance and distress. Phobias can be more limiting than people realise.
PTSD & Trauma-Linked Anxiety
Anxiety rooted in past traumatic experiences — flashbacks, hypervigilance, nightmares, or feeling constantly unsafe. Trauma-informed support can help you process what happened and feel safer in the present.
Ready to Take Back Control?
Get in touch for a free, no-obligation consultation. I'm here to help.