Counselling and Therapy for Depression Anxiety and Stress
Depression, anxiety and stress can occur at any time, together or separately. Although each condition has its own triggers, they may share similar symptoms and treatments. The symptoms are slightly different with depression and anxiety.
Depression
Feeling low, down, sad, or upset is normal and expected to happen from time to time in everyone. If you experience these feelings for a long period of time, or it is affecting your daily life and relationships, it may be time to seek help. Symptoms of depression include:
- Fatigue or Tiredness
- Difficulty Concentrating
- Unexplainable Pains
- Changes in Appetite
- Sleep Problems
- Loss of Interest in Life
- Anger and Irritability
- Feeling Guilty, Worthless or Helpless
THOUGHTS OF DEATH OR SUICIDE OR SUICIDE ATTEMPTS
If you or someone you know are experiencing thoughts of or attempts at suicide it is crucial that you contact your GP or call 999.
Anxiety
Anxiety, or fear and worry, can happen to anyone from time to time. It is not unusual to experience anxiety. But chronic anxiety can be debilitating and lead to irrational thoughts and fears that interfere with your daily life. Symptoms of Anxiety include:
- Feeling Fatigued Easily
- Difficulty Concentrating
- Muscle Tension
- Racing Heart
- Grinding Teeth
- Sleep Difficulties
- Restless or Irritable
- Worry, Fear, Dread or Panic
If you, or someone you care about, are experiencing overwhelming feelings of anxiety, stress or depression. Please feel free to get in touch and we can arrange a free initial telephone conversation to discuss moving forward with my counselling services.
