Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) is a type of anxiety disorder that is characterised by a constant and overwhelming anxiety about a wide range of life aspects that considerably disrupts day-to-day functioning.
Some common symptoms of GAD include:
GAD Physiological symptoms:
- Bladder urgency
- Blurred vision
- Breathlessness
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Irritable bowel
- Jelly legs
- Light headiness
- Muscle tension
- Nausea
- Palpitations
- Sleep difficulties
- Stomach churning
- Tension headaches
- Tunnel vision
GAD Psychological symptoms:
- A sense of dread
- Blank mind
- Depersonalisation
- Derealisation
- Dissociation
- Feeling on edge and tense
- Feeling numb
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Foggy thoughts
- Hallucination
- Intrusive, worrisome thoughts
- Irritability
- Racing thoughts
My approach
I am a highly trained and experienced Psychologist with more than 10 years in clinical practice, offering evidence based psychological treatment tailored to your unique needs. My approach allows me to draw from different therapeutic models and skills to offer a thoughtful therapeutic service and the best psychological care.
My qualifications
I am a Chartered Psychologist HCPC, BPS and BACP registered with more 10 years of experience in the NHS, third sector and private practice. I am a highly trained and experienced practitioner psychologist providing evidence based psychological services to individuals and couples. I apply my clinical expertise in a wide range of psychological and emotional difficulties offering a psychological service tailored to your unique needs. I aim to help you develop insight into your difficulties, acquire healthy coping strategies in order to lead a meaningful life and build meaningful relationships.