Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time, and this is a normal part of life. However, when anxiety becomes more frequent or more intense, it may be time to seek professional support. Persistent anxiety can become debilitating and may begin to dominate daily life, leading individuals to avoid situations that trigger anxious feelings.

A panic attack is a sudden and overwhelming surge of anxiety, often accompanied by intense physical and psychological sensations such as breathlessness, nausea, palpitations, dizziness, and a strong urge to escape the situation or environment immediately. Panic attacks represent an extreme form of anxiety and can cause significant distress. Anyone who has experienced a panic attack will understand how frightening and life-limiting they can be.

Panic attacks may develop as a response to a specific phobia, or they may occur unexpectedly, with no obvious trigger. This unpredictability can condition individuals to anticipate future attacks, resulting in fear and avoidance of places or situations where previous attacks have occurred. Over time, repeated panic attacks can reinforce this response, making the condition more entrenched. For this reason, seeking help as early as possible is highly beneficial.

Clinical Hypnotherapy and EMDR which are combines together to create the most effective and rapid methods for overcoming panic attacks, as they work directly with the unconscious mind where panic responses are learned and stored. While some treatments, such as medication, may reduce the intensity of symptoms, hypnotherapy aims to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the panic, offering long-term and often permanent relief.

Hypnotherapy is a safe and effective approach that helps you learn to relax, reduce anxious responses, and remove the triggers that previously activated the stress response. Many clients experience positive changes quickly and regain confidence and control over their lives.

Sara Stevens offers online therapy sessions, allowing you to access support from the comfort of your own home. You are also welcome to book a free consultation to discuss your experiences to find out how Sara can help you by exploring the most appropriate approach for your needs.