Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people seek counselling, and it can show up in many forms — from constant worry and racing thoughts to panic attacks or fears that limit your daily life. While anxiety is a natural response to stress, it can become overwhelming when your body and mind stay in a state of alert for too long.

Common experiences include:
• Persistent worries or fears that are hard to turn off
• Panic attacks or sudden waves of dread
• Obsessions, compulsions, or over-checking
• Avoidance or social anxiety
• Phobias or fear of specific situations
• Trouble concentrating, relaxing, or sleeping

Counselling can help you understand what’s driving your anxiety and teach you ways to regulate your body and mind. Through approaches such as EMDR Therapy, mindfulness, polyvagal informed strategies, nervous system regulation, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), we work together to help you:
• Ease racing thoughts and physical tension
• Sleep more restfully and feel calmer in your body
• Cope more effectively with daily stress
• Rebuild confidence to face situations you’ve been avoiding
• Feel more present and connected in your relationships

Anxiety is not a sign of weakness — it’s your system’s way of asking for support and regulation. Over time, counselling can help you build the tools to calm your body, quiet your mind, and feel more at ease in daily life.