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Understanding Anxiety

Anxiety is a common but challenging mental health condition that affects millions around the world. While occasional stress is normal, persistent worry, fear and its physical symptoms can interfere with daily life.

If anxiety is making everyday life a challenge, we’re here to help you heal and regain control.

At Dr Jo Gee Psychotherapy, we provide tailored therapy to help you tackle your anxiety. We use evidence-based treatments, like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and integrative approaches, to empower you with the strategies you need to manage your anxiety.

Whether you visit us in our clinic in Guildford, Surrey or choose online therapy, our team is on-hand to help you every step of the way.

Our Anxiety Therapy Approaches

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Our team of expert therapists offer a range of evidence -based therapies to address anxiety effectively.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviours. It is one of the most effective treatments for anxiety and can lead to lasting improvements within six to twelve sessions.

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Mindfulness techniques help you to stay present and manage overwhelming thoughts. These practices are particularly helpful for reducing excessive worry and improving emotional regulation.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

DBT is useful for those experiencing intense emotional responses to anxiety. It combines cognitive techniques with mindfulness to improve distress tolerance and emotional resilience.

Exposure Therapy

For those struggling with phobias or panic attacks, exposure therapy gradually introduces anxiety triggers in a controlled environment to reduce avoidance behaviours and build confidence.

Integrative Therapy

Our integrative approaches combine elements from different therapy models. This allows us to tailor a treatment plan specifically to your needs.

 

What to Expect from Anxiety Therapy

1. Free 15-Minute Consultation: Begin with a confidential call to discuss your concerns and determine the best approach for you.

2. Comprehensive Assessment: An in-depth session to explore your symptoms, triggers and therapy goals.

3. Personalised Treatment Plan: A structured approach that’s tailored to your needs, whether it’s short-term CBT or a longer-term therapy.

4. Regular Sessions: Weekly 50-minute sessions, either in-person at our clinic in Guildford or online from the comfort of your home.

5. Ongoing Review & Support: All therapy progress is monitored with adjustments made to optimise your treatment.

 

Signs & Symptoms of Anxiety

Anxiety affects the mind and body, and it can manifest in various ways.

If any of these symptoms are disrupting your daily life, therapy can help you identify and address the underlying causes.

Emotional and Cognitive Symptoms

  • Excessive worry or fear
  • A sense of dread or impending doom
  • Difficulty concentrating or racing thoughts
  • Irritability and restlessness
  • Feeling disconnected or overwhelmed

Physical Symptoms

  • Increased heart rate or palpitations
  • Shortness of breath
  • Stomach pain, nausea or digestive issues
  • Muscle tension and trembling
  • Sweating or feeling lightheaded
  • Sleep disturbances like insomnia
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WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

“From start to finish, it taught me so much about myself.”

LYRA, FARNHAM

“Thank you for challenging me when I needed it.”

SARAH, LONDON

“I can’t believe how much progress I’ve made in a short time.”

MOIRA, SHEFFIED

“After many years of therapy, you are the first person who gets me.”

ANNA, GUILDFORD

THERAPY FOR ANXIETY IN GUILDFORD

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Who Can Benefit from Anxiety Therapy?

Therapy for anxiety is effective for anyone experiencing:

  • Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)
  • Social anxiety disorders
  • Panic disorders
  • Specific phobias, such as fears of flying, heights or needles
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Anxiety related to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Stress-related challenges and sleep disturbances

Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, therapy gives you the tools to manage anxiety and improve your wellbeing.

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How Therapy Can Help Anxiety

Our anxiety treatments provide a safe and supportive space where you can:

  • Identify Triggers – Understand the situations and thought patterns that contribute to your anxiety.
  • Challenge Negative Thoughts – Develop strategies to reframe unhelpful thinking.
  • Learn Coping Techniques – Use mindfulness, relaxation and other stress management methods.
  • Build Confidence – Strengthen self-esteem and resilience.
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Causes of Anxiety

Understanding the root cause of your anxiety is key to effective treatment, and your therapist will explore each of these factors with you to develop a personalised therapy plan.

  • Stressful life events like work pressure, relationship issues or financial concerns
  • Emotional trauma from past experiences like childhood trauma and abuse
  • Medical conditions from chronic illnesses and side effects of medication
  • Genetics and brain chemistry if you have a family history of anxiety disorders
  • Substance use such as alcohol, caffeine or drug dependency
  • Environmental factors like major world events or social media exposure

 

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Whatever your current struggle, we’re here to help.

We offer online psychiatry, psychology, counselling and psychotherapy appointments. Contact us for a free 15-minute phone discussion to ask any questions you might have.

Online Sessions

Many of our appointments can be conducted online if that’s preferable or easier for you.

Face-to-Face Sessions

For clinic appointments, we work from 3 Saxton Parklands, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 9JX.

Clients visit us from several nearby locations, including Addlestone, Aldershot, Ashford, Bisley, Camberley, Chertsey, Chobham, Cobham, Cranleigh, Dorking, Egham, Epsom, Esher, Farnham, Farnborough, Fleet, Godalming, Guildford, Haslemere, Horley, Horsham, Kingston, Leatherhead, Lightwater, Oxshot, Redhill, Reigate, Richmond, Send, Shere, Staines-upon-Thames, Sunbury-on-Thames, Surbiton, Virginia Water, Walton-on-Thames, West End, Weybridge, Windlesham and Woking.

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