Anxiety is a common human emotion that everyone experiences in subtle and loud ways throughout life. It is an essential part of our makeup, and helps keep us safe as we move through the world. Anxiety shows up differently from person to person. It might be a feeling of unease within our body or influence our thoughts and attention. Ranging from mild worry to severe fear, when anxiety does not fit our context, it can become a part of a serious and impactful mental illness. Anxiety disorders include Panic Disorder, Social Phobia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Anxiety can also be a part of a more complex psychological picture and is often included as a focus of psychological interventions.

There are multiple causes of anxiety, often arising from a combination of factors such as genetics, environmental influences, early life experiences, trauma, and certain personality traits. Our current context can also influence the experience of anxiety. Psychology will help you understand what factors you can influence to reduce the impact of anxiety on your life, and empower you to make grounded decisions about what environments are supportive of your long term mental health.

Psychology plays a vital role in addressing anxiety. Our team of psychologists specialises in assessing anxiety symptoms and developing individualised treatment plans. These plans may incorporate various evidence-based therapies, including:

1. Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT): A goal-oriented therapy that helps identify and modify negative thoughts and behaviors contributing to anxiety.

2. Exposure Therapy: Gradual exposure to anxiety-provoking situations to reduce fear and promote a sense of control.

3. Mindfulness-Based Therapies: Techniques that cultivate present-moment awareness and promote acceptance, reducing anxiety symptoms.

4. Compassion Focussed Techniques: Using compassion, imagery, breathing and a soothing inner tone to support your body to feel safe and give you access to your thinking mind to assess what happens next.

Through personalised treatment, we aim to help you develop effective strategies to reduce anxiety, manage its symptoms, and regain enjoyment in your daily life.

If you are struggling with anxiety, our team of experienced provisional, clinical and general psychologists are here to support you. Contact us today to learn more about our personalized treatment approaches and take the first step towards managing anxiety and improving your overall well-being.