About Anxiety / DepressionAnxiety and depression are the most common psychological problems.
Anxiety consists of a range of different symptoms: physical feelings like increased heart rate, shallow breathing, shortness of breath, tensed muscles, shaky hands, hot flushes, blushing, dizziness, fatigue; psychological symptoms like anxious thoughts, feelings of distress, restlessness and unease, difficulties to focus or concentrate, feeling emotional; and behaviour like avoidance, anger or the need for reassurance or support. Anxiety is usually focused on a future event or circumstance. People suffering from anxiety usually know the feelings or thoughts are irrational but that doesn't decrease the anxious feelings. Anxiety can occur in different situations and can cause severe problems in your daily life activities. Depression refers to a cluster of symptoms such as depressed mood, lack of interest, inability to enjoy daily activities, fatigue or loss of energy, feelings of agitation, problems with sleep (too much or too little), concentration problems, forgetfulness, losing or gaining weight without intent, feelings of worthlessness, guilt or suicidal thoughts. The severity of these symptoms is not the same for everyone suffering from depression. Usually people describe these feelings being different from how they normally feel, and interfering with their ability to live, enjoy life, work or their relationship. |
What can be done? |
Anxiety and depression can be treated effectively by a clinical psychologist using evidence based therapy approaches such as ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and/or EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). Selma is extensively trained in providing therapy using these approaches. Your personality, your preferences and way of approaching daily life situations determine which strategy is most likely to be successful. Selma's aim is to deliver a client-based approach tailored to your needs to help you improve your situation.
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What do you achieve? |
Insight in the causes of your symptoms
Strategies to relax when feeling stressed Understanding of correlation between thoughts, feelings and behaviour Decrease in anxiety or depression symptoms Improvement in problem areas in your life Living closer to your values in life Improved problem solving skills Prevention of relapse |