Anxiety Counselling in Stamford

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Safe Harbours Online
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford PE9
Hi there, I am Herman of Safe Harbours. We aim to make out of hours mental health support accessible. This online service specialises in e-mail access to psychotherapy and counselling. We also offer some video call and face to face sessions. Please don’t hesitate to contact us, whether you’re living with ADHD, anxiety, ASD, depression, grief, general mental health development and support, transitions, relationship challenges or trauma. If you’re in danger, considering self harm or ending your life, please call 999 or your regional emergency service, as this online service is not suitable for emergencies.
Hi there, I am Herman of Safe Harbours. We aim to make out of hours mental health support accessible. This online service specialises in e-mail access to psychotherapy and counselling. We also offer some video call and face to face sessions. Please don’t hesitate to contact us, whether you’re living with ADHD, anxiety, ASD, depression, grief, general mental health development and support, transitions, relationship challenges or trauma. If you’re in danger, considering self harm or ending your life, please call 999 or your regional emergency service, as this online service is not suitable for emergencies.
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Melanie Hill Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with a loss or bereavement? These can be the most painful and devastating experiences to go through. Perhaps you feel on your own, drowning in an emotional whirlpool of sadness, guilt, anger, confusion and other painful feelings. Enduring that whilst having to continue daily life can be exhausting, you might feel disconnected from everyone and everything sometimes. You might feel really isolated, anxious and hopeless and wondering how long you’re going to feel like this? The need to keep all this to yourself, perhaps hiding how you’re feeling from everyone else can keep you stuck in an endless cycle of sadness
Are you struggling with a loss or bereavement? These can be the most painful and devastating experiences to go through. Perhaps you feel on your own, drowning in an emotional whirlpool of sadness, guilt, anger, confusion and other painful feelings. Enduring that whilst having to continue daily life can be exhausting, you might feel disconnected from everyone and everything sometimes. You might feel really isolated, anxious and hopeless and wondering how long you’re going to feel like this? The need to keep all this to yourself, perhaps hiding how you’re feeling from everyone else can keep you stuck in an endless cycle of sadness
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Gemma Pettit Psychotherapy & Consulting
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
I am a friendly, experienced psychotherapist & counsellor working to support clients with a range of mental health presentations. These include: Addiction, anxiety, body image issues, bereavement, codependency, depression, gender & identity issues, personality disorders, relationship difficulties, survivors of sexual assault, survivors of emotional or physical abuse and trauma. Your safety and confidentiality are the centre of my work at all times. My ethos is that our mental health is just as important as our physical health, and we should feel comfortable accessing help and support without stigma or prejudice for doing so.
I am a friendly, experienced psychotherapist & counsellor working to support clients with a range of mental health presentations. These include: Addiction, anxiety, body image issues, bereavement, codependency, depression, gender & identity issues, personality disorders, relationship difficulties, survivors of sexual assault, survivors of emotional or physical abuse and trauma. Your safety and confidentiality are the centre of my work at all times. My ethos is that our mental health is just as important as our physical health, and we should feel comfortable accessing help and support without stigma or prejudice for doing so.
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Fiona Knowles Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
Are you suffering from anxiety, panic attacks, felling generally low, or facing challenges that are preventing you from moving forward and leading a full and happy life? At times life can be very difficult leaving you feeling confused, unhappy, unheard, and restricting you from leading the life you want. Counselling can be the first step towards change, regaining a sense of control in your life, and a better, more positive future for you. I work around a wide variety of issues, problems and complex situations providing you with support, empathy and a space for you to share your concerns.
Are you suffering from anxiety, panic attacks, felling generally low, or facing challenges that are preventing you from moving forward and leading a full and happy life? At times life can be very difficult leaving you feeling confused, unhappy, unheard, and restricting you from leading the life you want. Counselling can be the first step towards change, regaining a sense of control in your life, and a better, more positive future for you. I work around a wide variety of issues, problems and complex situations providing you with support, empathy and a space for you to share your concerns.
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Esther Hastings
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
If you feel anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, overworked or confused or if you are experiencing specific difficulties and would benefit from help and support, please get in touch. Perhaps you are faced with an impossible decision? Asking for help can be the hardest step to take in a fast-paced world where you are just expected to cope and to 'get on with it.' Whether you want to make changes in your life, reach milestone decisions, set new goals or simply find a space to be heard and explore your feelings and thoughts without judgement, expectation or agenda then I can offer you just what you need.
If you feel anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, overworked or confused or if you are experiencing specific difficulties and would benefit from help and support, please get in touch. Perhaps you are faced with an impossible decision? Asking for help can be the hardest step to take in a fast-paced world where you are just expected to cope and to 'get on with it.' Whether you want to make changes in your life, reach milestone decisions, set new goals or simply find a space to be heard and explore your feelings and thoughts without judgement, expectation or agenda then I can offer you just what you need.
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Leanne Jones
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
Waitlist for new clients
I have particular interests in anxiety, relationship and self-esteem issues, childhood trauma, bereavement, self-harm in its many forms, and the root causes and impact of chronic illness upon mental health.
Struggling to cope and feeling overwhelmed? I am a BACP registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist, who is dedicated to helping you work through whatever brings you here today. I am an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, having trained in several theoretical approaches. I also have a Pluralistic outlook to therapy, meaning that I consider no two people or their circumstances as the same, and you, as an individual as totally unique. In our work together, I will draw upon my broad skillset and experience for whatever you and your situation need.
I have particular interests in anxiety, relationship and self-esteem issues, childhood trauma, bereavement, self-harm in its many forms, and the root causes and impact of chronic illness upon mental health.
Struggling to cope and feeling overwhelmed? I am a BACP registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist, who is dedicated to helping you work through whatever brings you here today. I am an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, having trained in several theoretical approaches. I also have a Pluralistic outlook to therapy, meaning that I consider no two people or their circumstances as the same, and you, as an individual as totally unique. In our work together, I will draw upon my broad skillset and experience for whatever you and your situation need.
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In Balance
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
We specialise in counselling for depression, eating disorders, relationships, anxiety and other mental health issues.
Thank you for viewing this profile. At In Balance we offer a confidential space to explore your issues, worries and concerns through counselling or coaching. You have the choice to work either face to face with your therapist in person at our private, comfortable office, or remotely via video or telephone. We offer male and female counsellors and have appointments from 3pm-7.30pm weekdays and Saturday mornings. Counselling is always at your pace and frequency and duration of sessions can be discussed at your free initial consultation. We look forward to meeting you.
We specialise in counselling for depression, eating disorders, relationships, anxiety and other mental health issues.
Thank you for viewing this profile. At In Balance we offer a confidential space to explore your issues, worries and concerns through counselling or coaching. You have the choice to work either face to face with your therapist in person at our private, comfortable office, or remotely via video or telephone. We offer male and female counsellors and have appointments from 3pm-7.30pm weekdays and Saturday mornings. Counselling is always at your pace and frequency and duration of sessions can be discussed at your free initial consultation. We look forward to meeting you.
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Be You Counselling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
My private practice in Deeping St Nicholas is within easy reach of Stamford, Bourne, Market Deeping, Spalding and Peterborough with FREE off road parking so you don't have to worry about passing traffic damaging your car or parking fees.
My name is Samantha, I offer professional counselling to you at those times of difficulty. Are you feeling low or stressed, anger, guilt, anxiety, depression or panic attacks? Do you feel numb or like you have switched off? You may not understand why you feel the way you do. As your counsellor I will listen closely to you and pick up on your feelings, thoughts and emotions. I will work with you to see the world from your perspective and offer insights that will help us both explore the issue(s) you want to work through. This will be done at a pace that is comfortable for you.
My private practice in Deeping St Nicholas is within easy reach of Stamford, Bourne, Market Deeping, Spalding and Peterborough with FREE off road parking so you don't have to worry about passing traffic damaging your car or parking fees.
My name is Samantha, I offer professional counselling to you at those times of difficulty. Are you feeling low or stressed, anger, guilt, anxiety, depression or panic attacks? Do you feel numb or like you have switched off? You may not understand why you feel the way you do. As your counsellor I will listen closely to you and pick up on your feelings, thoughts and emotions. I will work with you to see the world from your perspective and offer insights that will help us both explore the issue(s) you want to work through. This will be done at a pace that is comfortable for you.
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Susan Warner
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
I offer lots of experience of working with bereavement/grief, anxiety, depression, stress, self-harm, relationships, health related issues.
I am a qualified professional Humanistic, Integrative, Person Centred Counsellor. I work from my own purpose built, confidential, private counselling room. Here I see people who may be struggling to cope with what life has thrown their way. No matter what the problem is, I offer kindness and empathy in a valuing non-judgemental way. I will listen to whatever you fetch to counselling and I will try to empower you to find your own way forward. Together we can uncover your inner thoughts, feelings and emotions to enable you to cope with life and its ups and downs. Be it past, present or future problems, your well-being is important.
I offer lots of experience of working with bereavement/grief, anxiety, depression, stress, self-harm, relationships, health related issues.
I am a qualified professional Humanistic, Integrative, Person Centred Counsellor. I work from my own purpose built, confidential, private counselling room. Here I see people who may be struggling to cope with what life has thrown their way. No matter what the problem is, I offer kindness and empathy in a valuing non-judgemental way. I will listen to whatever you fetch to counselling and I will try to empower you to find your own way forward. Together we can uncover your inner thoughts, feelings and emotions to enable you to cope with life and its ups and downs. Be it past, present or future problems, your well-being is important.
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Rose McDonald
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
My specialisms include: the menopause transition, grief, loss and bereavement, miscarriage, survivors of abuse, self esteem and confidence, performance anxiety, general anxiety disorders, depression and low mood, unhelpful/ negative thinking and trust issues to name a few.
Hello, I'm Rose. Well done for taking a courageous first step in seeking help for what's troubling you right now. Let me reassure you that I will help you to ease into your counselling journey by offering an empathic, welcoming, confidential, non-judgemental and safe space. The goal during our time together is to help reduce your distress by understanding what's happening and why you are feeling the way you do. We'll collaborate to find the root cause of your emotions and feelings. This will involve some exploration of experiences and emotions and time for self reflection and self care.
My specialisms include: the menopause transition, grief, loss and bereavement, miscarriage, survivors of abuse, self esteem and confidence, performance anxiety, general anxiety disorders, depression and low mood, unhelpful/ negative thinking and trust issues to name a few.
Hello, I'm Rose. Well done for taking a courageous first step in seeking help for what's troubling you right now. Let me reassure you that I will help you to ease into your counselling journey by offering an empathic, welcoming, confidential, non-judgemental and safe space. The goal during our time together is to help reduce your distress by understanding what's happening and why you are feeling the way you do. We'll collaborate to find the root cause of your emotions and feelings. This will involve some exploration of experiences and emotions and time for self reflection and self care.
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Kate Dewar CBT
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stamford PE9
I provide CBT and EMDR for clients presenting with a broad range of issues including: depression, panic, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, PTSD, pain management, low-self esteem, health anxiety, OCD, phobias (and more).
Hello. I am a qualified EMDR & BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. CBT helps us to understand the relationships between our feelings, thoughts, behaviours and environment, and the ways in which these can become problematic. With an understanding of how mental health difficulties develop and are maintained I use an evidence-based (NICE guidelines) and goal-orientated approach to help support change. The emphasis is on finding solutions that work for the individual, so that you can improve emotional health & become your own therapist by applying new skills and techniques to old patterns of thinking and behaving.
I provide CBT and EMDR for clients presenting with a broad range of issues including: depression, panic, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, PTSD, pain management, low-self esteem, health anxiety, OCD, phobias (and more).
Hello. I am a qualified EMDR & BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. CBT helps us to understand the relationships between our feelings, thoughts, behaviours and environment, and the ways in which these can become problematic. With an understanding of how mental health difficulties develop and are maintained I use an evidence-based (NICE guidelines) and goal-orientated approach to help support change. The emphasis is on finding solutions that work for the individual, so that you can improve emotional health & become your own therapist by applying new skills and techniques to old patterns of thinking and behaving.
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Joan Elizabeth Carter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
Waitlist for new clients
I work with stress, loss, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 32 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
I work with stress, loss, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 32 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
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Rebecca Dickinson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
I have extensive experience of treating depression and anxiety disorders - Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Phobias, Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I am able to offer you a safe place to discuss your current difficulties. Free from judgement, I am committed to helping you move forward toward positive wellbeing. I have over 15 years experience of working in Primary and Secondary Care NHS mental health settings. For 10 years I have delivered Cognitive Behavioural based therapies on an individual and group basis to treat common mental heath problems. I am a fully accredited member of the BABCP. I am also a trained EMDR practitioner.
I have extensive experience of treating depression and anxiety disorders - Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Phobias, Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder & Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I am able to offer you a safe place to discuss your current difficulties. Free from judgement, I am committed to helping you move forward toward positive wellbeing. I have over 15 years experience of working in Primary and Secondary Care NHS mental health settings. For 10 years I have delivered Cognitive Behavioural based therapies on an individual and group basis to treat common mental heath problems. I am a fully accredited member of the BABCP. I am also a trained EMDR practitioner.
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Specialist Counselling Psychotherapy Young People
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9  (Online Only)
'Helping Young People realise their full potential' and with the pandemic still affecting educational, social and family dynamics, 'Helping Young People adapt positively to change' With over 15 years experience counselling young people in private practice, schools and colleges. I have successfully worked on anxiety prevention, family dynamics, dyspraxia, autism, self harming behaviours, sexuality and gender, exam pressure, bullying, OCD and many more. I consider that, at times, young people need additional emotional support outside of their family and friends network in order that they can achieve their full potential.
'Helping Young People realise their full potential' and with the pandemic still affecting educational, social and family dynamics, 'Helping Young People adapt positively to change' With over 15 years experience counselling young people in private practice, schools and colleges. I have successfully worked on anxiety prevention, family dynamics, dyspraxia, autism, self harming behaviours, sexuality and gender, exam pressure, bullying, OCD and many more. I consider that, at times, young people need additional emotional support outside of their family and friends network in order that they can achieve their full potential.
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Suni Parmar-Rea
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
I have specialist interest and training in trauma, anxiety, life changes and body image.
Asking for help is a big step, so it is important to find a someone you feel comfortable with. As an experienced integrative therapist, my main skill is listening without judgement. You might want to work out how best to manage what goes on in your mind and emotions to enjoy a better quality of life. In therapy, week by week you may feel a sense of relief, gain awareness of yourself and build positive ways to look after your mental and emotional health. Counselling is not always an easy journey, but by trusting the process and with my support, it is well worth it. "The wound is the place where the light enters you". - Rumi
I have specialist interest and training in trauma, anxiety, life changes and body image.
Asking for help is a big step, so it is important to find a someone you feel comfortable with. As an experienced integrative therapist, my main skill is listening without judgement. You might want to work out how best to manage what goes on in your mind and emotions to enjoy a better quality of life. In therapy, week by week you may feel a sense of relief, gain awareness of yourself and build positive ways to look after your mental and emotional health. Counselling is not always an easy journey, but by trusting the process and with my support, it is well worth it. "The wound is the place where the light enters you". - Rumi
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Tracey Peplow Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
Are you struggling to cope with the world's challenges? Feeling anxious? At times life can feel overwhelming and it can be difficult to see how we can move forward or make things better for ourselves. Counselling can be the first step towards making positive changes in your life and to ultimately living the life you want to live - living rather than existing. I can offer a safe, confidential space, where you can decide exactly what you want to share and where you will not be judged. We can explore coping strategies to help you through your difficulties and we can work together to determine how you can move forward with confidence.
Are you struggling to cope with the world's challenges? Feeling anxious? At times life can feel overwhelming and it can be difficult to see how we can move forward or make things better for ourselves. Counselling can be the first step towards making positive changes in your life and to ultimately living the life you want to live - living rather than existing. I can offer a safe, confidential space, where you can decide exactly what you want to share and where you will not be judged. We can explore coping strategies to help you through your difficulties and we can work together to determine how you can move forward with confidence.
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Samantha Suzy Crowson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
I have worked with a variety of presenting issues from loss, bereavement, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and trauma.
Life can be difficult and stressful, and navigating its challenges can become hard. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, getting out of bed in the morning is hard, maybe relationships are difficult, you have worries about the future or the past is looming heavily in your thoughts.
I have worked with a variety of presenting issues from loss, bereavement, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and trauma.
Life can be difficult and stressful, and navigating its challenges can become hard. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, getting out of bed in the morning is hard, maybe relationships are difficult, you have worries about the future or the past is looming heavily in your thoughts.
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Individual and Couples Psychotherapist (MSc, UKCP)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
I specialise in helping clients resolve issues around Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, Trauma, low self esteem, Couples Therapy and Relationships (conflict, betrayal, separation, divorce, intimacy and sexual problems), family issues, phobias, low self-esteem, anger, bereavement, trauma, eating disorders, addiction, suicidal ideation, self-harm, PTSD.
MSc Qualified, fully accredited Individual, Couples and Family Psychotherapist. I provide therapy in-person, online or by Phone.
I specialise in helping clients resolve issues around Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, Trauma, low self esteem, Couples Therapy and Relationships (conflict, betrayal, separation, divorce, intimacy and sexual problems), family issues, phobias, low self-esteem, anger, bereavement, trauma, eating disorders, addiction, suicidal ideation, self-harm, PTSD.
MSc Qualified, fully accredited Individual, Couples and Family Psychotherapist. I provide therapy in-person, online or by Phone.
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Nicky Wilkinson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
Do any of these resonate with you…..feeling indecisive, anxious, moments of feeling really low? Do you find it harder to cope than you used to? Do you feel unsupported? Do you put everyone else's needs ahead of your own? Do you find your relationship with your children/partner increasingly difficult? Are you overlooked for promotion at work, even though you are working really hard?
Do any of these resonate with you…..feeling indecisive, anxious, moments of feeling really low? Do you find it harder to cope than you used to? Do you feel unsupported? Do you put everyone else's needs ahead of your own? Do you find your relationship with your children/partner increasingly difficult? Are you overlooked for promotion at work, even though you are working really hard?
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Louise Elizabeth Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stamford PE9
Are you struggling with Anxiety, Bereavement, Burnout, Trauma or feeling stuck and unsure how to get help? I am able to assist children, adolescents and adults. I am a person-centred counsellor and hold a current Enhanced DBS certificate for work with children and adults. I am committed to doing my absolute best and you will be welcomed into a relaxed and non judgemental environment to explore your individual needs.​ I am based in Stamford, Lincolnshire and Cople, Bedfordshire. My main areas of work are Bereavement and Trauma however also cover other areas of work and enquiries are welcome. I am currently taking on new clients.
Are you struggling with Anxiety, Bereavement, Burnout, Trauma or feeling stuck and unsure how to get help? I am able to assist children, adolescents and adults. I am a person-centred counsellor and hold a current Enhanced DBS certificate for work with children and adults. I am committed to doing my absolute best and you will be welcomed into a relaxed and non judgemental environment to explore your individual needs.​ I am based in Stamford, Lincolnshire and Cople, Bedfordshire. My main areas of work are Bereavement and Trauma however also cover other areas of work and enquiries are welcome. I am currently taking on new clients.
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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.