Anxiety Counseling
Many people who have become overwhelmed by the demands of their daily lives. People speak of "running" from task to task with no time for themselves. Women find themselves screaming at their children because they are so tense. Men talk about pouring that first drink just to unwind. Even children are stressed out. We all know there's a problem, but the solution must start from within.
There is no magic answer for the hectic nature of our lives today. There is, however, a way to end destructive patterns that may have been established years ago. Whether you suffer from a full-fledged anxiety disorder or just find it difficult to make it through the challenges of every day; there is a way to ease this fierce bombardment on your mind and body.
Anxiety is a state of uneasiness and apprehension. It is a state of uncertainty and fear resulting from the anticipation of a realistic or fantasized threatening event or situation. Anxiety often impairs physical and psychological functioning. One experiences a sense of concern, worry and nervousness; a troubled state of mind. Physical reactions might even ensue, such as: a fast pulse, sweating, trembling, heart palpitations and fatigue.
If you are plagued by anxiety, you may feel a sense of dread, often without clear justification. Some anxiety inevitably arises in the course of daily life and is normal; but persistent, intense chronic or recurring anxiety can be debilitating and dangerous to one's health.
This kind of long term stress can lead to depression, difficulty functioning in relationships and at work, and to health problems.
In my practice I see many people who have become overwhelmed by the demands of their daily lives. People speak of "running" from task to task with no time for themselves. Women find themselves screaming at their children because they are so tense. Men talk about pouring that first drink just to unwind. Even children are stressed out. We all know there's a problem, but the solution must start from within.
There is no magic answer for the hectic nature of our lives today. There is, however, a way to end destructive patterns that may have been established years ago. Whether you suffer from a full-fledged anxiety disorder or just find it difficult to make it through the challenges of every day; there is a way to ease this fierce bombardment on your mind and body.
Anxiety is a state of uneasiness and apprehension. It is a state of uncertainty and fear resulting from the anticipation of a realistic or fantasized threatening event or situation. Anxiety often impairs physical and psychological functioning. One experiences a sense of concern, worry and nervousness; a troubled state of mind. Physical reactions might even ensue, such as: a fast pulse, sweating, trembling, heart palpitations and fatigue.
If you are plagued by anxiety, you may feel a sense of dread, often without clear justification. Some anxiety inevitably arises in the course of daily life and is normal; but persistent, intense chronic or recurring anxiety can be debilitating and dangerous to one's health.
This kind of long term stress can lead to depression, difficulty functioning in relationships and at work, and to health problems.
If you answer "Yes" to 3 or more of these questions, you suffer from severe anxiety.
- Do you start many tasks simultaneously?
- Do you often feel jittery or have a "knot" in your stomach?
- Do you wake up nervous?
- Are you constantly worried about something?
- Is it hard to turn off your mind when trying to sleep?
- Do you try to control those around you?
- Do you eat to relax or cannot eat properly?
- Is a true sense of joy and fun missing from your life?
- Are you easily angered or upset?
- Does your life feel out of control?