Anxiety Therapist, Romford Essex
Online and In person Anxiety Therapist and Specialist - Romford, Essex
Anxiety Is On The Rise
With the dramatic increase in Anxiety Disorders in the UK, referrals to the NHS are steadily growing and reaching unprecedented wait times.
So if you are searching for an "Anxiety Therapist Near Me" rest assured. At Better Your Life, we are proud to be the Number 1 Anxiety Therapist and Specialist in the Romford and Essex region.
Jennifer's mission is to prove that no one needs to struggle with Anxiety Disorders and she will equip you with the skills and strategies to conquer your fears, regain control of your behaviors, emotions, thoughts and feelings, and ultimately empower you on the path to "Better Your Life."
With 30+ years of experience in coaching within the corporate world, Jennifer has a vast amount of knowledge and expertise in anxiety and burnout. She also spent 15 years living, studying and working throughout America and Europe.
She has been running her Essex based private practice, specialising in Anxiety Counselling, since 2016.
Jennifer is also an award-winning keynote speaker on Anxiety Management, working with local Essex schools and universities, as well as large FTSE 100 Companies.
Her expertise extends to both adults and children aged 7 +.
If you are looking for an Anxiety Therapist in Romford or Essex, then please do get in touch today for a 45 minute FREE no obligation consultation call.
Our Anxiety Management appointments are either in-person at our nearby consultancy room, or held remotely online. This ensures your appointments are always accessible, flexible and convenient wherever you are based in Romford.
Jennifer also offers Walk and Talk Therapy in Essex and the nearby surrounding countryside.
The online sessions are held via the secure video platform, Zoom.
All sessions are 100% confidential.
How Do I Know If I Have An Anxiety Disorder?
Anxiety manifests as fear, overwhelm, nervousness, unease or worry concerning future situations or outcomes.
It's a common experience for everyone to encounter anxiety at certain moments, such as attending an interview for a sought after job. However, when these fears consistently disrupt your everyday life, and hold you back from achieving what you want, it may be time to seek professional assistance.
When left unresolved, anxiety can spiral out of control and have a substantial impact on your health, relationships, career or education.
The truth is that reclaiming control over your life is entirely achievable, irrespective of the length of time or intensity you have had anxiety.
YOU ARE NOT BROKEN!
Experiencing anxiety does not indicate weakness or fault on your part.
Why See An Anxiety Specialist?
If you're struggling with anxiety, it is best to see someone that really understands your challenges.
Every client who who turns to Jennifer for support has done so because anxiety is the biggest area in their life that is holding them back.
With a multitude of expertise working with anxious children and adults, Jennifer has gained an advanced level of experience, and amassed a diverse collection of success stories.
Jennifer's has also personally struggled with anxiety for over 30 years, starting from the age of around 6 years old, and she experienced her first panic attack age 11.
This firsthand experience gives Jennifer a profound understanding of the debilitating nature of anxiety and the liberating feeling that accompanies overcoming it.
Why Choose "Better Your Life" ?
☑️ Award Winning, Qualified and Experienced Therapists
☑️ Specifically Tailored to Your Own Unique Needs
☑️ Professional, Friendly & Recommended
☑️ Fast and Flexible Appointments
☑️ Private & Confidential
☑️ 5 * Reviews
Book your 45 free minutes consultation today to understand how we can help.
Understanding our Values at "Better Your Life"
At the heart of who we are, we are compassionate and caring. We know how anxiety feels, and we know how hard it may be for you to pick up the phone or reach out for support.
We do not judge, we are here for you.
We are courageous and curious. We know what it is like to face our own fears, and we approach everything with an open mind. We are always looking for new tools and strategies that help our clients, and we are involved with some cutting edge collaborations that bring additional benefits our clients.
We use a heart centered approach to Anxiety Management. It is thoughts and feelings that exacerbate anxiety, and therefore we need an alternative approach to overcoming it.
We combine our Heart Centered approach with NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), Hypnotherapy, Timeline Therapy and some CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy). This combination ensures the best results.
We know we can get you results.
In return, we ask for your 100% commitment and openness to new ideas. Not only are we guiding you and keeping you accountable, we ensure you can have fun along the way!
Together, we will work to transform your emotions, thoughts and behaviours so you can overcome the fear of anxiety for good.
Jennifer’s unique methodology, together with her vast experience in anxiety, makes the process quicker and easier than you could possibly imagine!!
Together, we will create a personalised solution that is designed specifically to your own individual needs and aspirations.
How Will An Anxiety Therapist Transform Your Life?
There are many benefits of therapy.
Anxiety Coaching and Therapy will empower you to:
☑️ Reclaim control and quality of life
☑️ Restore confidence and enhance your self esteem
☑️Provide safe strategies to manage worries and anxieties
☑️ Challenge your existing thoughts, beliefs and behaviours
☑️ Ensure accountability in developing new skills and strategies
☑️ Cultivate a positive mindset that fosters heart centered perspective
☑️ Navigate and manage negative thoughts, and prevent you overthinking
☑️ Alleviate overwhelming feelings, depression and emotions that are restricting you
☑️ Strive for positive outcomes, enabling you to live a life by design instead of default
As An Anxiety Specialist, What Does Jennifer Specialise In?
Most people are familiar with General Anxiety and Social Anxiety, however you may be less familiar with other forms of anxiety such as perfectionism or impostor syndrome.
At Better Your Life, Jennifer specialises in addressing ALL types of anxiety, including:
☑️Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
☑️ Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)
☑️Health Anxiety Disorder or Death Anxiety
☑️Relationship Anxiety Disorder
☑️ Separation Anxiety Disorder
☑️Panic Disorders or Panic Attacks
☑️Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
☑️ Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
☑️ Phobias including agoraphobia, claustrophobia, school phobia
☑️ Addictions and addictive behaviour
☑️ Self harm, self sabotage and suicidal thoughts
☑️ Fear of Public Speaking
☑️ Perfectionism, Procrastination and Overwhelm
☑️ Imposter Syndrome
☑️ Selective Mutism
Furthermore, you may find that you have put some unhelpful coping strategies in place to help you manage your anxiety. This could include addictions such as alcohol addiction, gambling or gaming addictions, for example, or avoiding things and saying no to opportunities.
If this is the case, then it is essential we tackle the root cause of the anxiety and then provide more helpful coping strategies that you are able to use instead.
Anxiety impacts adults, teenagers and children alike.
No one is immune from it.
Anxiety normally worsens over time, so now is the right time to take action.
What Are The Symptoms of Anxiety?
Anxiety Symptoms are a combination of physical symptoms and behavioural symptoms, and include, but are not limited to, the following:
☑️ Headaches and Muscle Aches
☑️ Excessive Sweating and Blushing
☑️ Tummy aches, butterflies or nausea
☑️ Brain Fog, Mood Swings and Irritability
☑️ Chest pains, heart palpitations and shortness of breath
☑️ Tight muscles, muscle aches and cramps, tingling or numb arms and legs
☑️ Feeling like you have a heavy weight on your chest, hard to breathe
☑️ Pins and needles in hands and feet
☑️ Hair loss and / or jaw tension
☑️Confusion and Overwhelm
☑️ Panic attacks
☑️ Skin disorders
☑️ Low mood
☑️ Insomnia
Frequently Asked Questions
Q Will Jennifer get rid of my anxiety completely?
A The primary role of anxiety is rooted in ensuring our safety, it is an evolutionary part of our development and survival.
Without anxiety, we would not have survived as a species. And that doesn't just apply to humans, reptiles and mammals have the same fight and flight response as we do.
Engaging in anxiety management sessions will revolutionise your relationship with anxiety, and provide you with the tools, techniques and strategies needed to break free from the burden of existing anxious feelings, while increasing your confidence and self-esteem.
It's crucial to emphasise that anyone promising to completely eliminate anxiety forever demonstrates a lack of expertise in anxiety management. Anxiety will resurface again in genuinely fearful situations, just as it's designed to do!
However, equipped with the right tools and techniques acquired through learning, you gain the capacity to make rational decisions and navigate these situations effectively and fearlessly.
Q How many sessions does it take before I can overcome my social anxiety?
This varies on each individual, how committed you are to change and how dedicated you are to implement what you have learnt.
Q Can I do a combination of in person and zoom sessions in therapy for anxiety?
Yes, absolutely.
Q Do I have to prebook my anxiety management sessions?
You will need to prebook anxiety sessions in advance.
Q How long is the waiting list for anxiety counselling?
You can usually start anxiety management sessions within 2-3 weeks of making the initial consultation call.
Q How do I know who is the right anxiety therapist near me?
The therapeutic relationship is very important, as you need to be open and honest with your counsellor. Jennifer suggests booking a FREE no obligation consultation call so you can see if she is the right person for you, and ask any additional questions you may have.
Q Do you offer specific training on speaking in public and presenting at work?
Yes, Jennifer is a qualified keynote speaker on Anxiety Management and has trained hundreds of professionals in the art of public speaking and overcoming performance anxiety. She is passionate about sharing this skill with others.
She runs regular training courses and one on one sessions to overcome performance anxiety and learn how to speak in front of others without the need for notes.
Q Does Jennifer do affordable group sessions?
Yes we do offer group coaching sessions.
Please do get in touch to see when the next group session for anxiety management will start.Q Do I need a medical diagnosis before I can be referred for your Anxiety Therapy?
No, you are able to self refer yourself for anxiety therapy.
Q Does Jennifer work with children who are refusing to attend school due to their anxiety?
Yes, Jennifer regularly works with children and schools where the child is school refusing due to anxiety.
Q Can I attend sessions with my child as they are too anxious to attend alone?
Yes, however our intention is to get your child to a place where they have confidence and belief in their own ability as soon as possible.
It is however helpful for parents to have a better understanding of anxiety, and how best you can support your child in your home environment.
This can be discussed on the initial FREE 45 minute consultation call.
or call us on 07503 067941
Q My partner does not understand my anxiety and my mental health challenges. How can I help him to understand?
Jennifer suggests your partner also has a conversation with her so she can help educate them about anxiety disorders and encourage them to support you.
This is included in the packages offered and comes at no additional cost.
Q I can not afford your services, do you have an online training course I could take?
We will soon be launching an online course.
Please get in touch so you can be added to the waitlist.
Q How much will it cost for your Anxiety Management Therapy?
A The investment depends on your unique needs and the duration of your therapy. Investment starts from £499.
Book a FREE consultancy call and one of the team can discuss this with you.
or call us on 07503 067941
You don’t have to struggle with stress, worry, fear or anxiety. You can get help now.
With our award winning professional Anxiety Therapy and Coaching you will be able to overcome your challenges and enjoy your life to its full again.
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Romford is a large town on the border of Essex and East London, England.
Historically part of the ancient parish of Hornchurch in the Becontree hundred of Essex, it has been a market town since 1247. Good road links to London and the opening of the railway station in 1839 were key to the development of the town.
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