“I felt the room suffocating me, my heart was racing so fast I thought I would die, I was sure it would be a disaster, I had to leave…”
The above scenario is something we would be familiar with … Read more
I am feeling overwhelmed
Feeling overwhelmed is more common than you might think. There can be many different triggers; it may be an upcoming important exam, additional workload or relationship problems with friends, family or a partner. Sometimes, though, nothing has changed but it … Read more
Anxiety in Children
Childhood anxiety disorders are common and are experienced between 5 – 10 % of children (Thirwall, 2013). Anxiety disrupts many aspects of children’s development, the social aspect, the emotional side and the academic development. It also presents later life risks … Read more
My Anxiety is Affecting my Children
Parents are not immune to the feelings and emotions that are experienced by everyone else. While it is completely natural for parents to experience periods of anxiety, some may find themselves concerned about how their anxiety may be impacting their … Read more
Can I get rid of my anxiety without actually getting rid of it?
The short answer is: Yes!
The long answer is: Well, sort of. Things are never guaranteed, but we can definitely try to and there is a large possibility that it can happen. The main premise of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy… Read more