Online anxiety counselling to help you feel steady again
Racing thoughts, a knot in your stomach, lying awake running through every worst case. Anxiety can make everyday life feel exhausting. Talking to a qualified therapist by video, from home, can help you understand it and start to loosen its grip.
- Qualified, vetted therapists
- Evening & weekend sessions
- Talk from home
When worry starts to run the show
Anxiety is your body's alarm system. It's there to keep you safe, and a bit of it before an interview or a big conversation is completely normal. The trouble starts when the alarm keeps going off when there's no real danger, or never quite switches off at all.
People often describe it as a constant sense that something bad is about to happen. For some it shows up as physical symptoms like a pounding heart, shaky hands or an upset stomach. For others it's a mind that won't stop, or a growing list of places and situations they'd rather avoid.
However it shows up for you, you're not weak and you're not overreacting. Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people come to counselling, and it responds really well to the right support.
Anxiety rarely stays in one place
Left alone, anxiety tends to spread into other parts of life. Counselling can help with all of them.
Your relationships
Constant reassurance-seeking, snapping when you're overwhelmed, or pulling away from people you love. Anxiety can put real strain on the people closest to you.
Your body
Living on high alert takes its toll. Headaches, tense muscles, poor sleep and a stomach that's always churning are all common with long-term anxiety.
Your work
Second-guessing every email, dreading meetings, struggling to focus. Anxiety can make you doubt yourself even when you're doing well.
Your world
Little by little, the places you'll go and the things you'll try can shrink. Counselling helps you start widening that circle again.
Getting back in control of your thoughts
Online anxiety counselling gives you a calm, private space to work out what's driving your anxiety and what keeps it going. Your therapist won't just tell you to "stop worrying". They'll help you understand your patterns and build practical ways to cope.
Many of our therapists use CBT, which is well researched for anxiety. Others draw on person-centred or integrative approaches. We'll help you find the style that suits you.
Starting is simpler than you think
Reaching out is often the hardest part. From there, we'll guide you through each step.
Get in touch
Fill in our short contact form and tell us the best time to call. Share as much or as little as you like.
We'll call you
We'll ring at the time you chose for a relaxed, no-pressure chat about what's going on and what you'd like help with.
Start your sessions
We'll match you with a therapist who suits you and send a secure video link. Then you just log on.
Questions about anxiety counselling
Yes. Research shows online therapy can work as well as face-to-face sessions for anxiety. Many people find it easier to open up from home, where they already feel safe, and it removes the stress of travelling to a clinic.
It depends on you and what you're dealing with. Some people feel a real difference after six to eight sessions; others prefer longer-term support. You and your therapist will review how things are going together, and you're never locked in.
Your first session is mostly about getting to know you: what's been happening, how anxiety affects your life, and what you'd like to be different. There's no pressure to share everything at once.
Absolutely, and you wouldn't be the first. Your therapist will go at your pace. Some people keep their camera off at the start, or begin with a WhatsApp or FaceTime call if that feels easier.
No. You can contact us directly. If you're having physical symptoms, though, it's sensible to see your GP as well, to rule out anything medical.
You'll find our current prices on our fees page. Sessions last 50 minutes.
You don't have to manage this alone
Send us a message and we'll get back to you within 24 hours to arrange a call at a time that suits you.
Opening hours
- Monday – Friday9:00 – 20:00
- Saturday10:00 – 15:00
- Sunday10:00 – 15:00
We can't offer crisis support. If you're in danger or feel unable to keep yourself safe, call 999 or go to A&E. You can call Samaritans free, day or night, on 116 123, or NHS 111 (option 2 for mental health). See our crisis support page for more.