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Anxiety Disorders

There are various types of anxiety disorders all with different symptoms. That said, most of them revolve around anxiety - feeling nervous, anxious or worried in public even when there is no need to be. The dangers associated with these types of mental disorders are less than some other mental illnesses, but they can have disastrous effects on a person's life.

Some are unable to function productively in society because of their anxiety disorder. This is why treatment for anxiety disorders should be considered. Here at Mentaline.com, you can get online therapy that can help people with anxiety disorders. Before giving you more information on that, here are some other things you should know about anxiety disorders and how they might affect your life.

Types of Anxiety Disorders

These are some of the different types of anxiety disorders that can cause problems for people.

Panic Disorder - In general a panic disorder is one that causes extreme emotional responses to certain situations in life.
Agoraphobia - This is an intense fear of being stranded in places where help is not available.
Anxiety - Feelings of anxiousness and worry are normal human emotions, but in anxiety disorders, they are exaggerated.
Social Phobia - This anxiety disorder is characterized by intense self-consciousness, nervousness, or shyness.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - In this particular anxiety disorder, people become trapped repeating patterns of behavior or repeated negative thoughts.
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - PTSD is a mental disorder that is triggered by a large, traumatic event in a person's life and can appear some time after the event.
Acute Stress Disorder - People with this anxiety disorder display extreme anxiety and dissociative feelings within one month of a seriously traumatic event.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder - This type of anxiety disorder is characterized by chronic anxiety, exaggerated worry and tension over things that do not warrant such behavior.
Unspecified Anxiety Disorder - When someone exhibits symptoms from some or all of the other types of anxiety disorders, they are said to have unspecified anxiety disorder.

Knowing the symptoms and dangers of all of the different types of anxiety disorders is helpful for those affected by this disorder.

Symptoms of Anxiety Disorders

Depending on the exact nature of the anxiety disorder, the symptoms are going to vary, but in general they include extreme anxiety that causes a person to be unable to function in society or go out in public. These can be accompanied by panic attacks, causing a person to suffer physically as well. Beyond the physical symptoms, there are various emotional aspects to these disorders as well.

A feeling of detachment from the world is typical for people with an anxiety disorder. For some, this leads to an inability to leave the house for long periods of time. Exaggerated emotional response is another clear sign of a problem with an anxiety disorder. If the symptoms appear and aren’t handled, they could lead to other mental problems developing.

Treatment for Anxiety Disorders

When it comes to treatment for the various anxiety disorders that exist, there are many options available. One method that is useful is psychotherapy. Here at Mentaline.com you can find trained therapists and psychologists who specialize in  anxiety disorders. Whether the problem is panic attacks or any of the other symptoms associated with anxiety disorders, there are solutions that can help.

Definition of Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that affect a person's anxiety levels, leaving them unable to function in society. Psychotherapy is very useful in treatment for anxiety disorders.

Symptoms of / Reasons for Anxiety Disorders

  • Anxiety
  • Panic attacks
  • Detached feelings
  • Feelings that the world is unreal
  • Trembling or twitching

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Michelle Dodgson
Michelle Dodgson

Michelle Dodgson

Mold
Counsellor/Therapist , Psychotherapist
About me

Hello, and welcome, my name is Michelle and I am a psychodynamic counsellor/psychotherapist.

Specialties
  • - Abuse
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • A severe reaction to being chastised or scolded
    • Dissociation
    • One person completely controlling another
    • Unexplained marks or bruises on the body
    • Repeated injuries that cannot be explained
    • Limping, broken bones, or bruising

    » Definition Abuse is the mistreatment or harm (physical or mental) done to another person over a period of time. Therapy can help a person learn to deal with all the issues that come with long term abuse.
  • - Panic Disorder
    • » Symptoms
    • Sudden fear
    • Sudden nervousness,
    • Sweating
    • Racing heart
    • Dizziness
    • Fainting
    • Chills

    » Definition A panic disorder is an anxiety disorder that results in a severe panic attack that can have both emotional and physical symptoms. Treatment for panic disorders is possible with psychotherapy and counseling.
  • - Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
    • » Symptoms
    • Sleep problems
    • Reliving the traumatic event
    • Detachment
    • Survivor guilt

    » Definition Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that occurs after a life threatening events. Treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder is possible with psychotherapy and counseling.
  • - Attention-Deficit and Disruptive Behaviour Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Continual bad behavior
    • Tantrums
    • Disruptive behavior
    • Problems with authority figures
    • Inability to pay attention
    • Lack of follow through
    • Organization problems
    • Anti-social behavior
    • Criminal activity
    • Substance abuse
    • Running away
    • Lying

    » Definition Attention-deficit and disruptive behaviour disorders is a disorder that results in attention problems and continual disruptive behavior. Symptoms include anti-social behavior, substance abuse, inattentiveness, criminal activity, as well as other physical and psychological difficulties. Counseling and guided therapy by those specializing in behavior disorders is recommended for treatment.
  • - Spirituality
    • » Symptoms
    • Learning to listen to the inner voice
    • Learning to listen to the heart
    • Exploration of individuality

    » Definition Spirituality life coaching can enable a person to tap into their heart and soul rather than always relying on their practical and logical side. This can mean different things for different people, but a life coach can help a person reach into the "inner world" and experience the totality of life.
  • - Domestic Violence
    • » Symptoms
    • A repeated history of physical injury
    • Fear of a specific person and what they might due
    • Being stalked
    • Being coerced into doing things that you do not wish to by another
    • Depression and post traumatic stress disorder

    » Definition Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors by one or both partners in an intimate relationship of some kind.
Prices
Face to Face thearapy session
(60 min.)		 30 GBP
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Claudia Martins
Claudia Martins

Claudia Martins

London | Age: 34
Psychologist , Counsellor/Therapist , Psychotherapist
About me

I am available for e-mail counseling anytime (including weekends) and will answer your email within 12 to 24 hours. I'm also available to talk on the phone or Skype, just check my calendar to book your appointment. ;-)

Specialties
  • - Somatization Disorder
    • » Symptoms
    • Physical pain in one or more parts of the body
    • Long history of being sick even though a physical cause is never found
    • Chronic complaints about pain

    » Definition Somatization disorder is the continual complaining about physical symptoms when no medical condition exists to cause the symptoms, meaning they are entirely psychological in nature. A combination of therapy and counseling are helpful when dealing with somatization disorder.
  • - Coaching and Therapy Supervision
    • » Symptoms
    • Increasing professional knowledge
    • Overseeing professional development
    • Learning to listen to feedback from clients or patients and respond to it
    • Practicing effective communication with peers

    » Definition Supervision, as used for therapists and life coaches, is the practice of having a supervisor in order to improve the level of service offered by mentoring, coaching, and psychotherapy. While supervision has been around for a while in other fields, it is relatively new in the mental health field.
  • - Emotional Abuse
    • » Symptoms
    • Chronic depressions
    • Anxiety
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • A severe reaction to being chastised or scolded
    • Dissociation
    • One person completely controlling another

    » Definition Emotional abuse is the repeated and purposeful exposure of one person to psychological acts of aggression by another.
  • - Relationship Problems
    • » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
  • - Anxiety Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Panic attacks
    • Detached feelings
    • Feelings that the world is unreal
    • Trembling or twitching

    » Definition Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that affect a person's anxiety levels, leaving them unable to function in society. Psychotherapy is very useful in treatment for anxiety disorders.
  • - Depressive Disorders
    • » Symptoms
    • Feeling sad everyday for more than two weeks
    • Apathy and a lack of interest in normal activities

    » Definition Depressive disorders are mental illnesses that affect the chemistry of the brain, causing people to have intense, long periods of sadness that leaves them unable to function in society. Symptoms of depressive disorders include being sad every day for more than 2 weeks or being so sad that there are suicidal thoughts. Treatment with psychotherapy can help with a variety of depressive disorders.
Prices
First session 34 GBP
Normal price (60 min.) 45 GBP
You save 11 GBP
Counseling via Skype or phone
(60 min.) 34 GBP
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Jay Beichman
Jay Beichman

Jay Beichman

Brighton
Counsellor/Therapist
About me

I have a lot of experience working with clients with many varied issues such as depression, bereavement, life changes, personal development and relationships.

Specialties
  • - Grief or Loss
    • » Symptoms
    • Guilt
    • Sadness
    • Shock / Disbelief
    • Anger
    • Fear
    • Fatigue
    • Nausea,
    • Weight fluctuation

    » Definition Grief and loss are two powerful human emotions that cause intense sorrow when a person dies. Psychotherapy can help with all the emotional and physical symptoms that sometimes accompany loss and grief.
  • - Anxiety
    • » Symptoms
    • Nervousness
    • Feeling anxious
    • Worry

    » Definition Anxiety is a normal human emotion that allows people to deal with stressful situations. It could also be described as nervousness. For some people, existing mental problems can make anxiety levels extreme and difficult to deal with. In any case, psychotherapy is recommended for help with anxiety.
  • - Depression
    • » Symptoms
    • Concentration problems
    • Bad judgment or trouble making decisions
    • Fatigue and a general decrease of energy
    • Feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness
    • Extreme pessimism
    • Insomnia
    • Excessive sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Loss of interest in sex
    • Loss of interest in life
    • Eating problems
    • Physical pains
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Suicide attempts

    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
  • - Relationship Problems
    • » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
  • - Stress
    • » Symptoms
    • Sleep disturbances
    • Muscle tension
    • Headaches
    • Stomach trouble
    • Fatigue
    • Nervousness
    • Anxiety
    • Overeating
    • Loss of energy and enthusiasm
    • Mood changes

    » Definition Stress is an emotional strain on the mind that is caused by both physical and emotional problems in life. While everyone deals with stress in slightly different ways, treatment with psychotherapy is recommended.
  • - Anger Management
    • » Symptoms
    • An excess of anger that can lash out at any time
    • Often not understanding why you are angry about something
    • Being unable to focus your anger to appropriate parties

    » Definition Anger management is the process of controlling one’s anger through therapeutic techniques and exercises.
Prices
First session 29 GBP
Normal price (45 min.) 39 GBP
You save 10 GBP
Counselling Sessions
(45 min.) 29 GBP
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David Roberts
David Roberts

David Roberts

Buckinghamshire | Age: 44
Hypnotherapist , Counsellor/Therapist
About me

As a therapist, I understand that I am in a privileged position. One that requires trust and a willingness to truly understand what it is like to walk in another's shoes

Specialties
  • - Anxiety
    • » Symptoms
    • Nervousness
    • Feeling anxious
    • Worry

    » Definition Anxiety is a normal human emotion that allows people to deal with stressful situations. It could also be described as nervousness. For some people, existing mental problems can make anxiety levels extreme and difficult to deal with. In any case, psychotherapy is recommended for help with anxiety.
  • - Stress
    • » Symptoms
    • Sleep disturbances
    • Muscle tension
    • Headaches
    • Stomach trouble
    • Fatigue
    • Nervousness
    • Anxiety
    • Overeating
    • Loss of energy and enthusiasm
    • Mood changes

    » Definition Stress is an emotional strain on the mind that is caused by both physical and emotional problems in life. While everyone deals with stress in slightly different ways, treatment with psychotherapy is recommended.
  • - Nicotine Addiction
    • » Symptoms
    • Trouble with withdrawal symptoms
    • Health problems
    • Cravings and insomnia when trying to quit

    » Definition Nicotine addiction is a physical dependence on the drug nicotine commonly found in cigarettes and other tobacco products. Serious and minor health problems are both signs of nicotine addiction. Treatment for the this physical addiction can be helped quite a bit with online therapy.
  • - Depression
    • » Symptoms
    • Concentration problems
    • Bad judgment or trouble making decisions
    • Fatigue and a general decrease of energy
    • Feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness
    • Extreme pessimism
    • Insomnia
    • Excessive sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Loss of interest in sex
    • Loss of interest in life
    • Eating problems
    • Physical pains
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Suicide attempts

    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
  • - Phobias
    • » Symptoms
    • Dread of certain objects
    • Extreme fear of certain situations
    • Shortness of breath
    • Fast heart rate
    • Irrational fears

    » Definition Phobias are an intense and persistent fear (usually irrational) of things, activities, or situations. Symptoms include anxiety, loss of breath, racing heart, as well as other physical and emotional signs. Treatment for phobias with counseling and therapy is recommended.
  • - Personal Development
    • » Symptoms
    • Setting goals
    • Furthering education
    • Career advice
    • Social development

    » Definition Personal development is the way in which a person becomes better during the course of their life. For some this may mean career advancement while for others it may mean having a healthy and happy family. No matter the goals, life coaching can help with personal development.
Prices
First session 45 GBP
Normal price (75 min.) 60 GBP
You save 15 GBP
Hypnotherapy
(75 min.) 45 GBP
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John Creagh
John Creagh

John Creagh

Berkshire
Counsellor/Therapist
About me

John Creagh, MA, PG Dip., member BACP ,has been providing counselling, psychotherapy, and supervision in the Reading and Newbury area over the past four years. This has been done in agency, NHS, and private practice.

Specialties
  • - Anxiety
    • » Symptoms
    • Nervousness
    • Feeling anxious
    • Worry

    » Definition Anxiety is a normal human emotion that allows people to deal with stressful situations. It could also be described as nervousness. For some people, existing mental problems can make anxiety levels extreme and difficult to deal with. In any case, psychotherapy is recommended for help with anxiety.
  • - Trauma
    • » Symptoms
    • Inability to talk
    • Blackout - memory loss
    • Acting automatically
    • Sleeplessness
    • Irritability
    • Anger
    • Limiting of life choices
    • Hopelessness

    » Definition Trauma is damage to a person's psyche (soul, mind) as a result of a traumatic event. There are various causes of trauma, but both therapy and counseling are recommended for treatment of all trauma related problems.
  • - Depression
    • » Symptoms
    • Concentration problems
    • Bad judgment or trouble making decisions
    • Fatigue and a general decrease of energy
    • Feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness
    • Extreme pessimism
    • Insomnia
    • Excessive sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Loss of interest in sex
    • Loss of interest in life
    • Eating problems
    • Physical pains
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Suicide attempts

    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
  • - Addiction and Substance Abuse
    • » Symptoms
    • Changes in behavior
    • Financial problems
    • Destructive, anti-social behavior
    • Apathy

    » Definition Addiction and substance abuse are related, but addiction refers to any pattern of behavior that becomes habitual and results in negative effects - either physical or social - while substance abuse deals with an addiction to a substance that changes or alters the chemistry of the body.
  • - Grief or Loss
    • » Symptoms
    • Guilt
    • Sadness
    • Shock / Disbelief
    • Anger
    • Fear
    • Fatigue
    • Nausea,
    • Weight fluctuation

    » Definition Grief and loss are two powerful human emotions that cause intense sorrow when a person dies. Psychotherapy can help with all the emotional and physical symptoms that sometimes accompany loss and grief.
Prices
Consultation
(60 min.)		 40 GBP
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There are several types of psychologists, but most of them aim to treat people in crisis.
Hypnotherapist is a therapist, who works with your own internal resources and capabilities through deep relaxation.
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