How I can help
Anxiety therapy in Farringdon, Central London, and online
Anxiety can leave you feeling constantly on edge, caught in cycles of overthinking or struggling to switch off, even when nothing seems obviously wrong. As an integrative psychotherapist registered with the BACP, I offer anxiety therapy in Farringdon, Central London, and online across the UK and internationally. My approach combines a warm, collaborative therapeutic relationship with approaches such as CBT and psychodynamic therapy, tailored to your individual needs.
Recognise this?
You might notice…
- Lying awake replaying conversations or rehearsing tomorrow
- A tight chest, churning stomach or tense shoulders that never quite ease
- Finding it hard to concentrate because your mind keeps jumping ahead
- Avoiding calls, plans or places because of the dread beforehand
- Needing reassurance that everything is okay, then not quite believing it
- Feeling irritable, on edge or exhausted by the effort of keeping it together
Not sure where to start?
An initial consultation is a simple way to see if we’re a good fit. No pressure.
Send an enquiryWhat anxiety can feel like
Anxiety is a natural response to threat, and in small doses it keeps us alert. It becomes a problem when it stays switched on long after the danger has passed, or when it attaches itself to things that are not dangerous at all. Many people I work with describe a constant hum of worry in the background, a body that never fully relaxes, and a mind that runs ahead to everything that could go wrong.
Anxiety does not always look like fear. It can show up as irritability, perfectionism, trouble sleeping, tension headaches or simply feeling worn out. Some people keep busy so they do not have to notice it. Others start avoiding the situations that set it off, and over time their world quietly gets smaller. None of this means you are weak or failing. It usually means part of you has been working very hard to keep you safe.
How I work with anxiety
My approach to anxiety is integrative, drawing on different therapeutic approaches depending on your individual needs. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help you understand patterns of anxious thinking and behaviour, recognise what may be maintaining your anxiety, and develop different ways of responding to it. I also draw on person-centred and psychodynamic approaches to explore underlying emotions, past experiences and relationship patterns where relevant. This allows therapy to combine practical strategies with a deeper understanding of your experiences, rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
What to expect and first steps
We start with an initial consultation, a 50-minute session where you can talk about what has brought you to therapy, ask questions and get a sense of whether working together feels right. You can read more about what happens in a first session and my fees.
I offer in-person therapy in Farringdon, Central London, and online therapy across the UK and internationally. Many people find online therapy works well for anxiety, especially if travelling or sitting in a waiting room feels like a hurdle right now. We can review how things are going together at any point.
Reaching out is often the hardest step when you feel anxious. You do not need to have the right words or a clear plan. We can start from wherever you are.
Questions
Common questions
Can therapy help with anxiety?
Many people find therapy helps them understand their anxiety and respond to it differently. Rather than promising it will disappear, we work on understanding what maintains it and developing different ways of responding. How much it helps varies from person to person.
Is online therapy effective for anxiety?
Many people find online sessions just as helpful as meeting in person, and some find it easier to open up from their own home. It can be especially useful if travelling or leaving the house feels difficult. We can talk about which option suits you during your initial consultation.
Do you use CBT for anxiety?
Yes. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) alongside person-centred and psychodynamic approaches, so therapy can combine practical strategies with a deeper understanding of your experiences.
How many sessions will I need?
There is no fixed number. Some people come for a few months to work on a specific worry, while others prefer longer-term support. We review things together regularly so you always have a say in how long we continue.
What if I get anxious about the session itself?
That is very common, and you are welcome to tell me. We can go slowly, and you do not have to talk about anything before you are ready. You don’t need to have everything figured out before your first session.
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