Anxiety is a natural human response, but when worry becomes constant, overwhelming or hard to switch off, it can take over daily life. It can show up as racing thoughts, physical tension, panic, or avoiding the things that matter to you.
Whether you experience general worry, panic, phobias or obsessive compulsive difficulties, you do not have to manage it alone.
You might notice
- Constant worry or ‘what if’ thinking that is hard to switch off
- A racing heart, tight chest or difficulty catching your breath
- Sudden waves of panic
- Avoiding situations, places or people because of fear
- Needing to check, seek reassurance or carry out routines to feel safe
- Restlessness, tiredness and difficulty sleeping
- Feeling on edge or struggling to concentrate
How therapy can help
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) has a strong evidence base for anxiety and related difficulties, and it is one of the approaches I most commonly draw on. Together we explore what keeps anxiety going, including the thoughts, feelings, body sensations and behaviours involved, and develop practical ways of responding differently.
Where self-criticism or shame accompany anxiety, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) can help you to relate to yourself with more kindness. Many people value leaving sessions with practical tools they can use whenever they are needed.
My approach is gradual and collaborative, moving at a pace that feels manageable for you.
I offer therapy for anxiety in person in the Cotswolds in Stroud, Gloucestershire, and online across the UK.
What clients say
“Thank you Caroline - I found the CBT therapy really helpful and very much appreciated your sympathetic and considered approach.”
“The way it all made sense and gave me practical tools that I could apply in the future, whenever needed.”
“Empathy was genuine and you put me at ease.”
“A safe space to share, talking brings out wider thoughts and understanding of the situation, recognising my feelings and aiding self-reflection. To be given tools to support outside of the session and to help going forwards.”
“It was a very interesting experience and most definitely beneficial.”
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