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From the jittery anticipation of a job offer to the knots in your stomach when meeting someone after a really long time, it’s normal to get anxious now and then. But when the feeling lingers and results in low mood, panic attacks, difficulty concentrating, and chronic stress, it might be more than just regular nervousness. Addressing generalised anxiety disorder is crucial for improved self-awareness and mental health.

Anxiety Counselling Christchurch

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is the persistent feeling of worry, tension, and uneasiness, often induced by unwanted thoughts about life problems. People with anxiety disorders tend to sweat a lot, feel restless, and experience rapid heartbeat when placed in a difficult situation. Of course, being anxious about your studies and work is good as it boosts your energy and makes you accountable for your job. But when it creates chronic stress and results in losing control over unhealthy thoughts, the fear can get overwhelming, damage your self-esteem, and result in self-harm. 


Developing coping strategies and implementing them is an essential step in panic disorder or anxiety treatment. We at Feel Free Therapy combine a range of therapies, like acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, to provide a person-centred therapy for effective anxiety and stress management. Through a solution-focused counselling/ therapy, we aim to develop a therapeutic relationship so you can identify the stressors of post-traumatic stress disorder and develop coping skills to reduce anxiety and navigate life's challenges with confidence.

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Types of Anxiety We Treat

Evidence-based therapies are pivotal in reducing stressors and promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Some of the common forms of anxiety that our anxiety counselling sessions cover: 

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  • Panic Disorder: Recurrent panic attacks are marked by physical symptoms and intense fear, and can lead to self-harm and mental health issues. 

  • Social Anxiety Disorder: Fear of participating in social events, fearing embarrassment, which leads to an avoidance behaviour

  • Generalised Anxiety Disorder: The most common type of anxiety that impacts one’s emotional well-being

  • Specific Phobias: Fear of particular objects, such as spiders, dogs, clowns, flying, etc., can lead you to experience anxiety.

  • Agoraphobia: Fear of being in places where escape is intricate, like public speaking or unfamiliar locations.

  • Separation Anxiety Disorder: Fear related to separating from home or someone close.

 

If you experience any form of anxiety, you can consult us for therapy options. We adopt a person-centred counselling practice to create a supportive space for you to gain insights about the triggers and develop coping strategies to reduce anxiety.

Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety

Before managing anxiety to promote mental wellness, it’s crucial to identify the key symptoms.

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  • Muscle cramping and fatigue

  • Excessive worry or fear

  • Restlessness, irritability, or a feeling of hopelessness

  • Brain fog or difficulty concentrating

  • Troubled breathing, excessive sweating

  • Nausea and fast heartbeats

  • Zoned out or feeling detached

  • Feeling of blacking out or losing control

 

While most of these signs may resonate with you, you don’t need to have chronic anxiety or require long-term therapy for managing symptoms or maintaining emotional regulation.  Sometimes, the experiences are more profound and personal, mostly linked with unresolved emotions. Anxieties often reveal themselves during challenging times and create emotional distress.

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Anxiety treatment - Christchurch

Identifying and addressing the underlying causes of anxiety is the most essential step towards building a positive mindset/psychology. If you feel you are weighed down by excessive pressure and worries, consider it a sign to consult a professional. Feel Free Therapy is a private practice based in New Zealand, known for our unique counselling approach. Whether you need couples therapy, narrative therapy, or individual therapy, we can be the motivating force you need to get your life on track. Our therapists are highly experienced, registered with the New Zealand Association of Counsellors, and have a particular interest in couples counselling, PTSD counselling, hypnotherapy for fear, and so much more. Connect with us today to book a free 30-minute consultation with Anja/Anzy!

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