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Anxiety
Space to understand persistent worry, panic and the physical side of anxiety, and to find steadier ways of responding.
Understanding anxiety
Anxiety is a natural response to feeling under threat. It can help us stay alert and prepare for challenges. For many people, though, it becomes something that lingers long after the moment has passed. It might show up as constant worry, a racing heart, trouble sleeping, or a sense that something is about to go wrong. Over time it can shape the choices you make, the places you avoid and how you feel about yourself.
How therapy can help
In our sessions we will take time to understand what your anxiety is like for you: when it appears, what it tells you and how it has developed. Some people find it helpful to look at patterns of thinking and the physical side of anxiety. Others want to explore earlier experiences that may have taught them to stay on guard. We can work with both, at a pace that feels manageable.
Therapy is not about getting rid of every anxious feeling. It is about understanding yourself more clearly, building a kinder relationship with your own reactions and finding ways of responding that give you more room to live the life you want.
What to expect
We will begin with a conversation about what has brought you here and what you would like to be different. Together we will agree how often to meet. Many people come weekly, either in person in London or online. You are welcome to bring whatever feels important, including the things that are hard to put into words.
Some sessions may feel lighter and others more difficult. That is a normal part of the process, and we can talk about it as we go.
When to reach out
You do not need to be in crisis to start therapy. You might find it helpful to talk if you notice that:
Worry takes up much of your day and is hard to switch off
You avoid places, people or situations because of how they make you feel
You experience physical symptoms such as a tight chest, nausea or a racing heart
Sleep has become difficult because your mind keeps going over things
You have had panic attacks or fear having another one
Anxiety is affecting your work, studies or relationships
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