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Panic attacks can vary in intensity and can, in some cases, be crippling – causing someone to avoid places or situations where they think they might be at risk of another attack. Most panic attacks last between 5–20 minutes and they can come on very abruptly.

So what causes a panic attack?

 

But what happens when the anxiety starts to become more of a constant and prevents us from enjoying life as we would like? The truth is that anxiety can in some cases escalate to the point where it is crippling.

The truth is that anxiety can in some cases escalate to the point where it is crippling, and it can affect people both psychologically and physically.

Psychologically it can manifest as:

• Restlessness
• A sense of dread
• The feeling of being on edge constantly
• Irritability
• Lack of concentration

Physically it can cause:

• Heart palpitations
• Shortness of breath
• Dizziness
• Muscle aches and tension
• Excessive sweating
• Trembling and shaking
• Stomach ache
• Nausea
• Headache
• Insomnia

In some cases people can pinpoint the reason why they are anxious – so because of a specific phobia or traumatic experience for example. In other cases people may have no idea what has triggered their anxiety. And it may not be down to any one specific thing – it is just as likely to be a combination of factors. But in both instances the person can feel totally helpless and that there is no hope or solution.

The good news is that there is…

If you are suffering from anxiety and it is affecting the quality of your life – I can help you move past this. I work by using a combination of Psychotherapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy and Hypnotherapy to help you successfully deal with your anxiety, to the point where it is no longer a problem in your life.

I will help you gain an understanding of why your body and mind are acting as they do and provide the tools and coping mechanisms to alleviate the distress and disability caused by your anxiety.

So if you would like to find out more then do contact me and I can then arrange for a free 30 minute consultation with you to assess things and, if you wish, take things further.