Anxiety and Depression Counselling in Newton Abbot
Living with anxiety or depression can make everyday life feel heavier than it should. You might find yourself caught in worry, restless thoughts, or a constant sense of unease — or feeling flat, disconnected, and unable to summon the energy for things that once felt easy. These experiences often overlap and can leave you feeling stuck or unsure how to move forward. Through anxiety and depression counselling in Newton Abbot, I offer a steady, private space to get clearer on what’s been driving these feelings and how to respond to them differently, so you can begin to feel more balanced and relaxed in your day-to-day life.
“When you’re lost in those woods, it sometimes takes you a while to realize that you are lost.”— Elizabeth Gilbert, Eat Pray Love (2006)
Anxiety and depression can shape how we see ourselves and the world around us. It can make everyday life feel heavy, drain the colour from things that once brought joy, and leave the mind restless and uneasy. Anxiety can feel like thoughts are constantly spinning, leaving you feeling panicked or drained. Depression can feel like moving through fog — everything around you is still there, but it’s harder to see clearly or feel a sense of connection. These experiences aren’t a reflection of weakness—they’re signals that your mind and body are working through something that needs attention. Counselling can help you understand the root of your anxiety or depression, and help you to develop tools to manage it. We can explore your triggers, build coping strategies, and work towards creating the space where you feel calmer, brighter and more in control.
Understanding Anxiety & Depression
Anxiety and depression can affect how you think, feel, and move through everyday life. For some, it shows up as constant restlessness or worry; for others, it feels more like emptiness, exhaustion, or a loss of interest in things that once mattered. Sometimes, both overlap — leaving you caught between feeling wound up and worn out.
You might recognise yourself in some of these experiences:
Persistent worry or fear that’s hard to control
Panic attacks or physical symptoms such as racing heart, tension, or breathlessness
Overthinking and difficulty switching off or relaxing
Stress at work, in relationships, or during big life changes
Low self-esteem, self-criticism, or guilt
Loss of motivation, interest, or energy
Feeling disconnected, flat, or emotionally numb
Counselling can help with exploring what’s been driving these feelings, understanding the patterns that keep them going, and finding steadier ways to support yourself — one step at a time.
How Counselling Can Help
In our sessions, you’ll have space to pause, breathe, and talk about what’s been weighing on you — without any pressure to “get over it” or have everything figured out. We’ll look at what’s been driving your anxiety or low mood, and begin to find steadier, more compassionate ways to respond to yourself.
Together, we might:
Notice patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and energy levels
Explore what triggers anxiety or dips in mood, and how they connect
Find ways to manage overthinking, worry, or emotional overwhelm
Work with feelings of guilt, hopelessness, or self-criticism
Develop small, practical steps to bring back motivation or structure to your days
Reconnect with what helps you feel calm, grounded, and more like yourself
The aim isn’t to erase difficult feelings — it’s to understand them better, reduce their hold on you, and create more space for balance and self-trust.
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Taking The Next Step
If anxiety is affecting your wellbeing or day-to-day life, counselling can help you find balance again.
You’re welcome to contact me to arrange an free initial chat or ask any questions — together, we’ll start working towards a calmer, more confident you.