Psychological therapy
for anxiety and trauma
When insight alone hasn’t been enough.
Currently accepting new clients
Book a Free CallYou might be here because something doesn’t feel quite right, even if it’s hard to put into words. Perhaps anxiety feels constant, you find yourself stuck in familiar patterns, or past experiences still seem to affect you in ways you can’t easily shift. Therapy offers a space to slow things down, understand what’s going on more clearly, and begin to find a steadier way forward.
I often work with people who:
- feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted
- struggle with self-criticism or a sense of not being “good enough”
- feel affected by past experiences or relationships
- notice themselves repeating patterns they want to change
- tend to put others first while their own needs go unmet
- feel unsettled, disconnected, or unsure during life transitions
- are looking for thoughtful, specialist support for trauma or PTSD
Most people start with a free introductory call:
What therapy with me is like
My approach combines practical strategies for immediate relief with deeper EMDR processing where appropriate, so you can feel better now while also addressing what sits underneath.
I work to understand the full picture of what’s contributing to your current difficulties, including your experiences, patterns, relationships, and wider context, so we can decide how to move forward in a way that genuinely fits you.
Depending on what’s needed, this may involve deeper exploration, practical tools, or a combination of both.
The aim is not just insight, but meaningful, sustainable change in your day-to-day life.
How I can help
Anxiety & Overwhelm
Support to understand anxious patterns and develop steadier ways of coping.
Trauma & EMDR Therapy
Processing past experiences so they no longer feel as present or overwhelming.
Self-Worth & Burnout
Working through self-criticism, exhaustion, and the pressure to keep going.
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Ready when you are
If you’d like to explore whether working together feels right for you, you’re welcome to book a free introductory call. Many people start this way before deciding whether to begin therapy.
Dr Pauline Chiarizia
HCPC Registered Counselling Psychologist
Doctorate in Counselling Psychology
NHS & Private Practice Experience
Online sessions across the UK and internationally
Services
Anxiety
Anxiety can show up as constant worry, racing thoughts, tension in your body, or feeling on edge even when nothing is obviously wrong. You might overthink, avoid certain situations, or feel stuck in a cycle of fear and self-doubt. It can be exhausting to live in a heightened state of alertness for so long. Together, we’ll work at your pace to help you feel calmer, more grounded, and back in control.
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Trauma
Trauma can leave you feeling unsafe in your body, emotionally reactive, numb, or stuck in memories that intrude unexpectedly. You might notice hypervigilance, disrupted sleep, feeling ‘off’. These responses are often the body’s way of trying to protect you. With the right support, it’s possible to gently process what’s been held so you can move forward.
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Burnout
Burnout often looks like deep exhaustion that doesn’t improve with rest, emotional detachment, or difficulty concentrating. You may feel disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by everyday demands, or unable to enjoy things you once did. Together, we’ll explore what’s contributing to this and support you in restoring balance, energy, and a sense of clarity.
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