Anxiety Therapy
Is Anxiety Preventing You From Being Fully Engaged?
Are you tired of the alarm bells of anxiety constantly ringing in your mind? For many, living with a highly anxious system feels like a full-time job. Small, manageable concerns can quickly spiral into panic, while physical symptoms like chest tension and trouble breathing make it difficult to get through the day.
Even when the day is done, you may struggle to relax. Instead of resting, you might find yourself obsessing over tomorrow’s emails or replaying past conversations. If you have tried standard talk therapy but still feel stuck, a combination of EMDR Therapy and hypnotherapy for anxiety may be the missing piece to help you break the cycle.
Identifying Signs You Need Specialised Anxiety Treatment
Anxiety often creeps into every aspect of life, affecting both your physical health and your relationships. Because anxiety is frequently a subconscious response, willpower alone is rarely enough to stop it.
Common signs that your nervous system is stuck in “survival mode” include:
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- Physical Distress: Nausea, digestive issues, jaw clenching, and muscle tension.
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- Sleep Issues: Insomnia or waking up feeling unrefreshed.
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- Workplace Struggles: Difficulty delegating or a decrease in performance.
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- Severe Symptoms: Panic attacks involving racing heartbeats and hyperventilation.
When these symptoms persist, they hinder your ability to be present. Through my Anxiety Therapy in Leeds, we address the physiological roots of these reactions, allowing you to feel energised and available again.
Why We Struggle with Stress in the Modern World
While anxiety feels deeply personal, it is a shared experience. Between high-performing careers and constant news cycles, our stress systems are operating on overdrive. Our nervous systems were not designed to sustain this level of vigilance.
While traditional counselling in Leeds is excellent for insight, deeper modalities are often required to communicate directly with the subconscious brain that controls these stress responses.
Such as EMDR therapy which is my favourite type because I see again and again how effective it is.
You can read about EMDR here
How EMDR and Hypnosis Reprogram Fearful Patterns
Anxiety is often stored in the body and the deeper layers of the mind. By using EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and Hypnotherapy, we can bypass the analytical mind:
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EMDR: Helps the brain process “stuck” memories and traumas, “digesting” emotional pain so it no longer triggers you.
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Hypnotherapy: Accesses the subconscious to suggest calm narratives and release old habits of worry.
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In my practice, I utilise these evidence-based modalities to help you manage symptoms and build stability. You can read more about my professional training on my About Page.
What to Expect From Your Therapy Sessions
The goal of our work is to help you feel at peace and in control. After an initial assessment to understand your history, we will:
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- Explore the source of your challenges and identify triggers.
- Utilise EMDR to desensitise traumatic responses.
- Apply Hypnotherapy to reinforce relaxation and confidence.
- Create a personalised approach for your unique needs.
Common Concerns About Anxiety Therapy
"I'm worried talking about my fears will make it worse."
In EMDR and Hypnosis, we don’t stay in the “story” of the trauma for long. We focus on processing and releasing emotion, making the process empowering rather than draining.
"I should be able to get over this on my own."
Trying to “think” your way out of deep-seated anxiety can prolong suffering. Professional PTSD treatment and anxiety support provide tools that create lasting change.
Taking the Next Step
Living in high-stress mode is not your only option. I offer face-to-face therapy in Leeds and online sessions for clients across the UK.
If you are ready to flip the switch on fear, please reach out today to schedule your consultation.