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Anxiety is a natural response to stress. It's what keeps us alert and focused when we're in danger. It is a normal emotion that everyone experiences at some point in their lives. Anxiety is the feeling of fear or apprehension, which can be mild or severe.

Anxiety disorders are more complex than normal feelings of nervousness or worrying. People with anxiety disorders may have symptoms such as:

Feeling afraid or worried about a lot of different things for no apparent reason
Having difficulty concentrating on things like work, school or other activities
Being preoccupied with thoughts about death or dying
Avoiding places, events or situations that trigger panic attacks.

Therapy can help you understand your anxiety, the root cause and why it affects you the way that it does. Through therapy, you can develop ways of coping with feelings of anxiety so you can live your life on your terms.

Phobias are a type of anxiety disorder and can be triggered not only by direct contact with the feared object or situation but even just by thinking about it. This intense fear is often out of proportion to the actual danger and can feel overwhelming - even when you logically know the fear isn’t “reasonable.”

Phobias develop from an exaggerated or unrealistic fear surrounding a particular object, experience, or situation. When faced with a phobia, you may feel scared, anxious, or panicked, sometimes without warning.

Common physical symptoms of anxiety related to phobias include:

A racing heart
Shortness of breath or breath-holding
Sweating
Dizziness or shaking
Nausea or a “butterfly” feeling in the stomach

Phobias can significantly interfere with daily life - especially when the feared situation is something you regularly encounter. More complex cases may involve social anxiety or agoraphobia, which can lead to isolation, loneliness, and avoidance behaviours.

Even less frequent fears, like a fear of flying, can limit your life choices - affecting where you go on holiday, or whether you travel at all. A fear of public speaking might hold you back from job opportunities, education, or personal goals.

If you’re struggling with low self-esteem or low motivation, it can feel like you’re stuck in a rut with no clear way out. You may constantly question your worth or feel like nothing you do is ever good enough. This can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, hopelessness, or a sense of failure - even when you're trying your best.

Low self-esteem often involves holding a negative view of yourself - your abilities, your value, or your place in the world. It can come from past experiences, critical inner voices, or long-held beliefs that no longer serve you.

Low motivation, on the other hand, can show up as a lack of energy, drive, or interest in activities that once mattered to you. You might feel disconnected from your goals, your joy, or a sense of purpose. This can be frustrating and isolating, especially if you want things to be different but feel unable to take action.

You might experience one of these challenges, or both together. Either way, you’re not alone - and you’re not broken.

Click on the links to find out more about the following types of mental health problems....

Addictions - alcohol, drug, technology, gambling and more

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Personality disorders

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)