Stop second-
guessing yourself
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and overgiving in relationships
Online therapy for anxiety, self-worth and relationship patterns.
You might look like you’re coping to the outside world, but internally you’re overthinking, replaying conversations, and questioning yourself. You try to be understanding, to look after yourself, and to make things work but instead of feeling secure, you feel anxious, unsure and disconnected from yourself.
You might recognise yourself in some of the following:
– You feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted
– You don’t feel as steady or confident in yourself as you used to
– You question yourself more than you trust what you feel
– You find yourself over-explaining or trying to ‘get it right’
– You tend to put others first while your own needs go unmet
– You question whether you’re asking for ‘too much’
– You feel on edge, hypervigilant, or easily triggered
– You avoid certain places, situations, or people linked to what happened
Over time, this can start to affect your self-worth, increase anxiety and leave you feeling less steady in yourself.
If you’re tired of questioning yourself and want to feel more steady, clear and grounded again, you can book a free introductory call to see if working together feels like the right fit.
How I can help
Anxiety & Overwhelm
Support to understand anxious patterns and develop more stable 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, 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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