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Anxiety & Stress
Brideswell Counselling and Psychotherapy combine expert support and therapeutic services in the treatment of a range of anxiety and stress-related disorders. We understand the importance of treating each case on an individual basis as anxiety and stress can affect people in many different ways. Following an initial consultation, we will work on a tailored treatment plan designed provide the most effective treatment for the individual.
General Anxiety Disorder
General Anxiety Disorder can affect anybody, and can appear in many different forms. This is a long term condition and generally people feel intense anxiety over certain aspects of their lives. People suffering from anxiety tend to think the worst of situations. This is treatable and all starts with that first visit to Brideswell Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Social Anxiety
Some people find it really hard to deal with social situations, for example; going to a party. This can trigger feelings of rejection, criticism etc. This can have a serious effect on a person, making them feel shut off from the world. We work closely with each person we see to form effective treatments combating social anxiety.
Health Anxiety
Some people can worry about their health to the point where it can interfere with their lives. This can even show in a physical sense, sweating, increased heart rate etc. Health anxiety can be treated with the right counselling and psychotherapy methods tailored to the individual.
Panic Attacks/Anxiety Attacks
Some people find it really hard to deal with social situations, for example; going to a party. This can trigger feelings of rejection, criticism etc. This can have a serious effect on a person, making them feel shut off from the world.
Acute Stress Disorder (ASD)
This is generally a response to shock or traumatic event, for example; witnessing an accident. This can happen right after the event, or can even take weeks, months. How long it lasts can vary from person to person. People of any age can develop ASD. It is important to get help as soon as possible.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
This can happen to a person who has been involved in a traumatic event in some way. This could be anything from being attacked to witnessing a car crash. Some people can really struggle to move on. We can help you with effectively managing post-traumatic stress and moving on with your life.
Sleep Difficulties
There are so many people with sleeping difficulties. This can be due to stress, medical problems etc. Whatever the reason, the simple fact is that you need your sleep in order to live a healthy and happy life. We can help you determine why you are not sleeping and look at ways to overcome this.
COVID-19 Related Stress
Infectious disease pandemics like coronavirus (COVID-19) can affect your mental health by adding stress and anxiety into your life. We can help you take care of your mental health by introducing habits and specific structures into your life.