Empowering Techniques to Overcome Anxiety and Regain Control of Your Life
Anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental health problem diagnosed in Australia, affecting around 16% of Australians every year.
Our psychology sessions incorporate cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, acceptance and commitment therapy and relaxation techniques and more, all tailored to your needs. These evidence-based strategies help you manage anxiety effectively, promoting lasting change and emotional well-being.
Therapy offers a safe space to explore your feelings and develop coping strategies. With professional guidance, you can learn to manage and ultimately resolve the symptoms effectively.
Anxiety Facts & Common Misconceptions
Answers to common questions about anxiety and psychological support
Fear and anxiety are natural, necessary, and harmless emotions. They are experienced by everyone and part of the experience of being human. In fact, anxiety can even be helpful at times.
Would you feel scared if a dangerous animal was coming straight at you? Of course, you would. In this case, anxiety and fear about being attacked by a dangerous animal would help you get out of the way. This is called the fight-or-flight response. It helps you avoid danger by recognising an immediate threat and making your body take quick action, either by running away or defending yourself.
However, it can be challenging if you experience the fight-or-flight response when there is no danger present. In these cases, anxiety can become unhelpful. Anxiety in the absence of danger or threat can make you feel uncomfortable, especially if it occurs too frequently or is intense.Yes, anxiety can be experienced in different ways.
For some people they experience a Generalised Anxiety Disorder (where the symptoms are present regardless of the situation or environment), Panic Disorder (intense episodes of fear at unexpected times), Specific Phobias (a fear caused by a specific object or situation), Agoraphobia (feeling afraid to leave environments you know or consider to be safe), Social Anxiety Disorder (excessive fear and avoidance of social situations).
Common symptoms of anxiety include: difficulty concentrating, restlessness, rapid heartbeat, trembling or shaking, feeling light-headed or faint, numbness or nausea, sweating, avoidance.
While anxiety is usually a normal reaction to a stressful situation, for some people anxious thoughts, feelings, or physical symptoms can become chronic, severe and upsetting, and interrupt daily life. Severe, frequent, recurring, and persistent anxiety symptoms may be considered an anxiety disorder.
The Therapeutic Process
Embarking on anxiety therapy is a transformative step towards emotional well-being. Our structured approach ensures you receive personalised support tailored to your unique needs.
Step 1:
Initial Consultation
& Connection
During this session, we’ll discuss your specific concerns, and treatment goals.
Step 2:
Comprehensive Assessment of Needs
We evaluate your situation to create a tailored plan.
Step 3:
Ongoing Support
& Therapy Sessions
Regular sessions provide continued guidance and progress tracking.
