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The difference between stress and anxiety

From a racing heart to sleepless nights, the effects of stress and anxiety can feel very similar. Stress symptoms are usually triggered by a challenging situation and tail off once resolved. But with anxiety, the symptoms persist, driven by excessive worrying that, if left unchecked, can sometimes lead to depression. The good news is that counselling for anxiety can help you find ways to move towards inner peace.

What anxiety feels like

Here are five of the most common symptoms of anxiety:

  • Fearfulness
  • Tension
  • Nervousness
  • A sense of dread
  • Racing thoughts

Who experiences anxiety?

Anxiety is a universal human experience. It’s something that most of us grapple with at some point in our lives. Whether you’re outgoing or reserved, energetic or laid-back, whatever your gender, ethnicity, or income bracket, you can become anxious.  If you’re finding it difficult to let go of your worries and they’re causing you distress, we’re here to support you.

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Five ways therapy can help you overcome anxiety

  • Helps you identify what’s behind your fears
  • Teaches you new ways to relax
  • Shows you how to look at life in a more positive light
  • Helps you develop better coping strategies
  • Empowers you to take control

 

Therapists who specialise in anxiety

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Adults’, Children and Young People’s therapy

Scotland

Warm, friendly and down-to-earth. Skilled at empowering children, teens and adults experiencing a range of issues, from depression and anxiety to bereavement, self-harm and bullying, to achieve positive change.

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Adults’ and Young Peoples’ therapy

Cornwall

A zero-cost 15-minute consultation, where you can discuss what brings you to counselling and see if I am best placed to support you

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Adult’s therapy

Manchester

Person-centred counsellor using CBT, life coaching and trauma-informed approaches. Helps clients work through a range of issues from anxiety and addiction, to domestic abuse and LGBTQ+ or sexual orientation related challenges. Fluent in Italian.

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Adult’s therapy

Manchester

Person-centred counsellor using CBT, life coaching and trauma-informed approaches. Helps clients work through a range of issues from anxiety and addiction, to domestic abuse and LGBTQ+ or sexual orientation related challenges. Fluent in Italian.

Free Consultation

Adult’s therapy

Manchester

Person-centred counsellor using CBT, life coaching and trauma-informed approaches. Helps clients work through a range of issues from anxiety and addiction, to domestic abuse and LGBTQ+ or sexual orientation related challenges. Fluent in Italian.