Anxiety
Do I have anxiety?
A racing mind, a tight chest, the sense that something is about to go wrong even when nothing is. Anxiety shows up differently for everyone — in thoughts, in the body, in sleep. If you've been wondering whether what you're feeling counts as anxiety, you're not alone.
What it can feel like
Anxiety isn't just nervousness before a big event. For some people it lives in the body: a tight chest, shallow breathing, a stomach that won't settle. For others it's in the mind: replaying conversations, forecasting disaster, or feeling unable to switch off.
It can also be quiet — a persistent dread, perfectionism, or the need to control outcomes so nothing goes wrong. However it shows up, the question isn't whether your anxiety is 'bad enough.' The question is whether it's getting in the way of the life you want.
Common signs
- ·Worrying most days, often about many things at once
- ·Restlessness or feeling on edge
- ·Fatigue, even after a full night's sleep
- ·Trouble concentrating or mind going blank
- ·Irritability
- ·Muscle tension
- ·Sleep problems — falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking unrested
- ·Avoiding situations that trigger anxiety
Start with a free self-check
The screeners below are the same ones used in clinics worldwide. They're free, private, and take a few minutes. Your results appear on screen immediately.
Anxiety · Primary screener
Anxiety Self-Test
A validated 7-item screen for generalised anxiety. Takes about 2 minutes.
What therapy for anxiety looks like
I work with adults online to understand what keeps anxiety stuck — whether it's thoughts, past experiences, or patterns that started long ago. We use evidence-based approaches tailored to you.
- ●CBT to identify and shift anxious thought patterns
- ●Somatic and grounding techniques for the body
- ●Understanding triggers without avoiding life
- ●Building a plan you can use between sessions
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Common questions
Is the GAD-7 a diagnosis?
No. The GAD-7 is a screening tool that measures how much anxiety has been affecting you over the last two weeks. A higher score suggests it's worth speaking with a mental health professional; it does not diagnose an anxiety disorder on its own.
How long does the anxiety test take?
The GAD-7 has seven questions and takes most people about two minutes. You get your results on screen immediately, and you can choose to have them emailed to you.
Can anxiety go away on its own?
Sometimes anxiety eases when stress passes. But if it has been persistent, or if it's limiting your work, relationships, or sleep, therapy can help you change the pattern rather than just waiting it out.
Do you work with anxiety in teens or children?
Yes. I also offer parent-support and youth-focused approaches. The SCARED and SDQ screeners can be a useful starting point for younger age groups.