Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Below are common patient questions...
Why does anxiety feel like a heart attack? Here’s what your body is really telling you.
Answer: If you’ve ever felt sudden chest tightness, a racing heart, or shortness of breath, you might have thought, “Am I having a heart attack?” You’re not alone—many people rush to the Accident + Emergency to be told their heart is fine.
What’s happening? Your body is activating its fight-or-flight response, releasing adrenaline to prepare for danger—even when no real threat exists. This surge can mimic heart attack symptoms, making anxiety feel terrifyingly real.
The good news? You can train your mind and body to recognize and manage these sensations before they spiral out of control.
Next Step: Ready to stop anxiety from taking over your life? I’ve helped hundreds deal with this situation through my “Rapid Reset: 4-Week Anxiety & Stress Solution“. Get started today! You don’t have to live in fear of the next panic attack. I help professionals like you break the viscious anxiety cycle with science-backed techniques. Together we can break you free from panic and regain control. Click here for information about the Rapid Reset: 4 Week Anxiety & Stress Solution
Struggling with chronic worry and anxiety? (Here’s what you can do)
Answer: People often use coping strategies to deal with worrying thoughts that provide short-term relief but can worsen the issue long-term (they are a maintaining factor of anxiety, and become part of the vicious cycle). Two common unhelpful coping strategies are avoidance and thought control.
The avoidance strategy involves avoiding certain people, places, or situations like turning down important work opportunities due to fear of failure, having to make decisions, or perform a task. The second strategy, thought control, involves attempting to suppress worrisome thoughts, such as telling oneself to stop worrying. However, suppressing thoughts often leads to increased worry, as trying to block them has the opposite effect.
For example, try not to think of a pink elephant for the next 60 seconds and see how well you do!.
The good news? You can learn how to deal with worry and achieve lasting relief without having to use ineffective coping strategies that are making things worse.
Next Step: Ready to stop worry from taking over your life? I’ve helped hundreds of clients like you deal with this situation through my “Rapid Reset: 4-Week Anxiety & Stress Solution“. Get started today! You don’t have to live a life of chronic worry and together we can make a plan to break free from worry. Click here for information about the Rapid Reset: 4 Week Anxiety & Stress Solution
Did you know that cognitive behavior therapy is more effective than counselling for anxiety, stress, and burnout? (Here’s why)
Answer: Yes, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is often more effective than traditional counseling for anxiety and stress (as well as mood-related problems like depression) because it focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to distress. CBT helps individuals identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, develop coping strategies, and practice new behaviors. By addressing the root causes of anxiety and stress, CBT equips individuals with practical skills to manage symptoms and reduce relapse, making it a more structured and goal-oriented approach than general counselling known as talking therapy.
Describing CBT as just a talking therapy is inaccurate, as it is highly action-oriented and solution-focused, designed to actively address and resolve the underlying issues rather than merely talking about them!.
The good news? With my extensive training, knowledge and experience in both modalities, I can blend both if needed to customize my approach and effectively address any issues or challenges that may arise.
Next Step: Wondering which programme will best suit you? I’ve helped hundreds like you who have been feeling lost and unclear of how to get the right help, and which approach for their problem is right for them You don’t have to live a life of uncertainty any longer not knowing how you can get your issues resolved. Click here for information about the Rapid Reset: 4 Week Anxiety & Stress Solution
Struggling with depression because you are highly stressed? (Here’s what to do)
Answer: Stress and burnout can lead to depression by overwhelming the body and mind. Chronic stress triggers the release of stress hormones like cortisol, which, over time, can disrupt brain function and emotional regulation. Burnout, marked by exhaustion, detachment, and reduced accomplishment, lowers self-esteem and motivation. This combination can create a sense of helplessness and hopelessness, making individuals more vulnerable to depression as they struggle to cope with ongoing emotional and physical strain.
Depression can worsen over time and, in severe cases, lead to suicidal thoughts. Therefore, early intervention and seeking help are crucial for preventing further deterioration and ensuring proper support to manage and address the condition effectively.
The good news? You can train your mind and body to recognize and manage stress symptoms before it gets out of control.
Next Step: Ready to stop stress from taking over your life? I’ve helped hundreds deal with this situation through my “12-week Optimize Your Mental Health and WellBeing Program“. Get started today! You don’t have to let stress get out of control where you reach breaking point and not sure where to turn. I help professionals like you break the vicious cycle with science-backed techniques. Together we can break you free. Click here for information about the 12-Week Optimize Your Mental Health & Well-Being Program
Do you know 85% of what you worry about never actually happens? (Here is why and what you can do)
Answer: Research by Dr. Patrick J. Leahy suggests that about 85% of what we worry about never happens. His studies highlight that much of our anxiety is based on irrational thoughts or worst-case scenarios, which rarely materialize. Leahy emphasizes how our tendency to focus on negative outcomes (commonly known as ‘what if’ scenarios, hypothetical worry and catastrophic thinking) often leads to unnecessary stress and acute anxiety.
The good news? By learning what you can do to deal with these types of worries, and discover how to live in the now, you can relieve yourself of worry
Next Step: Ready to discover how you can deal with worry so that you can live a life of fulfilment, peace and tranquility? I’ve helped hundreds deal with this situation through my “8-Week Resilient High-Achiever: Stress & Burnout Recovery Plan.”
Get started today! You don’t have to live with chronic worry and anxiety a moment longer. I help professionals like you break the vicious anxiety cycle with science-backed techniques. Together we can break you free from worry and anxiety. Click here for information about the 8-Week Resilient High-Achiever: Stress & Burnout Recovery Plan
What type of anxiety is controlling your life? (Here’s what you can do to find out)
Answer: To determine what type of anxiety is controlling your life, start by identifying specific triggers and symptoms. For example, are you experiencing constant worry, panic attacks, social fears, or excessive stress about performance at work, relationships or your personal life? Keeping a journal of your thoughts and feelings can help pinpoint patterns.
Seeking the correct professional help, can provide clarity to pinpoint exactly which anxiety type that is controlling your life and what you can do about it.
The good news? Through my in depth deep dive screening process, I’ve helped clients gain clarity on their issues to provide tailored programs that effectively address and resolve their problems.
Next Step: Ready to discover which type of anxiety you are suffering with and what you can do about it? I’ve helped hundreds of clients through my 8-Week Resilient High-Achiever: Stress & Burnout Recovery Plan.
Get started today! You don’t have to suffer in silence any longer. I help professionals like you break the viscious anxiety cycle with science-backed techniques. Together we can break you free from worry and anxiety. Click here for information about the 8-Week Resilient High-Achiever: Stress & Burnout Recovery Plan
Struggling with anxiety when you want to assert yourself at work or in life? (Here’s what to do)
Struggling with anxiety when asserting yourself at work or in life is common, but there are strategies to help. Start by recognizing your worth and practicing self-compassion. Break down situations where you need to assert yourself into manageable steps, focusing on one small action at a time.
Practice clear and calm communication, using “I” statements to express your needs. Role-playing with a trusted friend or therapist can build confidence. Over time, practicing these techniques (and not avoiding them) will reduce anxiety and improve your assertiveness.
The good news? I’ve helped hundreds of clients like you improve their assertive communicating skills to feel more confident and in control at work and in their life.
When antidepressants (SSRIs), anti-anxiety meds don’t work? (Try this instead)
Answer: Many clients prior to engaging my services have used SSRIs, anti-anxiety medications, beta blockers, propranolol, and diazepam for years, hoping to find relief. While these medications can provide temporary relief (in a very tiny percentage of cases) by affecting the central nervous system, they don’t equip you with the strategies needed to manage the thoughts and behaviors that cause and perpetuate the issue. It’s similar to placing a bandage on a wound without addressing the underlying cause or offering a lasting solution.
The good news is? If medications are ineffective, I’ve worked with thousands of clients like you to create solutions to anxiety, stress, and burnout to produce lasting results and solutions to their struggles.
Could a lack of self esteem be causing your anxiety? (Here’s how you can deal with it)
Answer: Self-esteem significantly affects anxiety and stress because individuals with low self-esteem often have negative self-perceptions, leading to increased worry and self-doubt. This can amplify feelings of vulnerability and fear of failure. When self-worth is tied to external validation or unrealistic expectations, stress levels rise as individuals feel they must constantly prove themselves. On the other hand, high self-esteem promotes resilience and a healthier mindset, helping to manage stress and anxiety more effectively by fostering self-acceptance and confidence.
The good news is? To deal with low self-esteem and anxiety, challenge negative thoughts, set realistic goals, engage in relaxation techniques, and seek professional help for tailored support programme with strategies to tackle the problem.
Struggling with negative thoughts and imposter syndrome? (Here’s what you can do)
Answer: To deal with negative thoughts and imposter syndrome, start by becoming aware of these thoughts and by challenging them, you can shift your mindset and improve your emotional well-being. Recognize when you’re being overly critical of yourself and reframe thoughts with a more balanced and positive perspective. Celebrate your achievements, no matter how small, and remind yourself that mistakes are part of growth. Build self-compassion by treating yourself with the same kindness you’d offer a friend or work colleague.
Seeking support can also help you gain perspective and overcome feelings of inadequacy when you can’t do it on your own.