Anxiety Therapy in Leeds – Direct, Solution-Focused Support

What Does Anxiety Feel Like?

Anxiety doesn’t look the same for everyone — but if you’re here, something probably feels off. You might be overthinking constantly, struggling to switch off, or waking up with a tight chest and racing thoughts. It could be physical — headaches, stomach problems, tension — or internal, like a creeping sense that you can’t relax or something’s always “wrong.”

It’s more than just stress. It can take over your day, relationships, and sleep. But it can be worked with.

How I Work With Anxiety

Anxiety can feel exhausting – overthinking, physical tension, avoiding things you used to manage easily. When I work with anxiety, I combine practical tools with deeper exploration. We look not just at how to manage it, but where it comes from and why it’s showing up now.

I draw on elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), depending on what fits best for you.

CBT helps make sense of the cycle between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. We might notice patterns like catastrophising, perfectionism, or avoidance – and work on breaking the cycle with tools that challenge unhelpful thinking and build confidence in facing what you’ve been avoiding.

DBT brings in a different kind of balance – between accepting where you are right now and making changes at the same time. It’s especially helpful if you’re dealing with intense emotions, black-and-white thinking, or self-criticism. We might focus on things like emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and self-compassion.

Alongside all of this, I’ll support you to explore what’s underneath the anxiety. What early experiences shaped the way you relate to fear, control, or uncertainty? What core beliefs are running in the background? Getting to the root of it means you’re not just putting a plaster over the symptoms – you’re building long-term change.

Why Choose Me as Your Therapist?

I’m a qualified therapist based in Leeds, offering both online and in-person sessions. My clients often say they appreciate that I don’t sit back and nod — I engage, ask questions, and offer honest reflections. I work on the therapeutic relationship and building a rapport with you and don’t expect you to pretend everything’s okay.

I’ve worked with people from all backgrounds, including those who’ve had disappointing therapy experiences before. If you’re tired of feeling stuck, we can look at things in a way that feels real and doable — not overwhelming.

Online & In-Person Sessions Available

Sessions are available in-person in Leeds or online, whichever suits you best. Some people prefer the privacy and ease of remote sessions; others want the routine and grounding of face-to-face work.

Sessions last 50 minutes and usually take place weekly. We can discuss short-term or open-ended work depending on your needs.

You can read more about how I work with anxiety here.