Stuart Downing

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Anxiety , Panic Attacks and Overthinking 

We have been living through difficult times, with lots of life changing events creating stress, anxiety and worry 

Anxiety is a normal, if unpleasant ,part of life, and it can affect us all in different ways and at different times and is something that we all have to deal with from time to time.

A degree of anxiety is a natural part of living and nothing to be really worry about, something to be factored into the experience of life itself. Most of us can cope with average amounts of anxiety and still lead perfectly healthy, normal lives.

Whereas stress is something that will come and go as the external factor causing it (be it a work, relationship or money problems, etc.) comes and goes, anxiety is something that can persist whether or not the cause is clear to the sufferer.

Anxiety can make a person imagine that things in their life are worse than they really are, and prevent them from confronting their fears. Often they will think they are going mad, or that some psychological imbalance is at the heart of their issue.

If your anxiety has taken you to the doctor, you probably already know the medical response. It is so often to simply prescribe tranquilizers, beta-blockers, antidepressants and other anti-anxiety medication in an attempt to disguise and drug away the symptoms.

Anxiety is predominantly fear or, to be more exact, the fear of fear, or the fear of losing control, of being overwhelmed by circumstances or by life itself. The fear is often unfounded and your mind is working against you, leading you into eventualities that exist mainly in your imagination, telling you that something bad is going to happen.

In fact, all anxiety is based on two little words: ‘What if?’
What if that should happen?’ or What if this happens? ”What if he/she does that?’ ‘What if I can’t do this?” What if… What if…’

It Is almost if some part of the mind believes that something terrible is lurking, is waiting to happen and so it’s making you overly sensitive, mind constantly working overtime, filling you with tension and forcing you to live on your nerves.

Anxiety symptoms exist for a reason. They are the subconscious mind‘s way of alerting us that something inside needs fixing. Those anxious, panicky feelings are only the symptoms—though they make us feel awful, they are not ‘the’ problem. Once the real problem is uncovered and properly dealt with, then the symptoms can simply fade away, permanently.

Using a combination of many different therapies,  worry ,overthinking, panic attacks and heightened anxiety can be brought back in to control .

Anxiety therapy does not rely on any drugs or chemicals. It is an entirely natural treatment that relies on your own mind’s natural ability to re-set itself, providing real relief from the symptoms of anxiety in a remarkably short period of time. You can and will become empowered to take back control of your life, easily, effortlessly in a calm relaxed environment.

You can live a calmer, happier, much more relaxed, balanced life in a very short period of time .

Ask yourself - what is preventing you from resolving issues, holding you back from leading a more fulfilling, satisfying and healthier life? Lasting change is possible, taking back control of your emotions, releasing ...fear, anxiety, stress, guilt, jealousy..

Your desire and commitment is ALL that is required to achieve FANTASTIC LIFE CHANGING RESULTS!

I can help you drop that unwanted behaviour, remove fears/phobias/addictions, improve that performance or achieve that dream.

Change will involve utilising rapid techniques and need not take months or years for effective results.  I am a fast working therapist, one of only 90 UK approved Psychosensory Techniques and Principles Practitioners  (PSY-Tap), who seek to remove the root cause quickly.

The result is YOU save time, money and hassle, and achieve your improvement far sooner.

Whether you're wanting to make a few adjustments to an already contented life, or are in desperate need of help, my aim is to facilitate your full recovery in the very shortest period of time, empowering you to live your life to its greatest potential – the life you deserve to lead.

It is important to remember that however much you may be suffering, what you are experiencing is a sequence of negative events locked in a particular moment in time. With help, this period will pass.

Saved me from my Eating Disorder

"I struggled through the second lockdown and used food as a coping mechanism. To cut a long story short, I ended up suffering from an eating disorder, feeling anxious about the future and feeling totally lost. Finding Stuart was the best thing that could have happened at that point in my life. He taught me how to accept my eating disorder, he made have conversations with my eating disorder, give it a name and taught me coping strategies, involved my husband in some sessions(at me request.) Over the period of about 14 months I managed to space the sessions further as progress was made. Stuart was always supportive, always listened, however challenged me when it was necessary. I have learned a lot about my own inner strength, my self-esteem has grown, I am no longer lost and scared! I must also add that on many occasions, especially earlier in my treatment when I was struggling, I ran over my allotted time and Stuart never stopped me. For that I am very grateful. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Stuart to anyone suffering from an eating disorder."

Recent Client Review - 7th Feb 2022

Worth Every Penny
"Stuart was a kind and gentle, down to earth individual. He helped rid me of addictive behaviors such as gambling and sugar addictions. We also covered work around anxiety, perfectionism and self-esteem which have all been areas which have improved in my life. The sessions appear pricey, but much gets covered in the 90 mins and the results have been amazing."

Recent Client Review - 3rd Jan 2022

" Thanks Stuart you were a key player in the process to recovery.
I cannot recommend Stuart enough. Stuarts professionalism and understanding of such a wide variety of life issues that effect mental health, relationships and personal development allowed me to work a process of recovery from rock bottom. Stuart is not just a Hypnotherapist his talking therapy is also very effective depending on your requirements and what you prefer. Having struggled with mental heath including depression and anxiety, low self esteem, suicidal thoughts, alcoholism, toxic relationships and other issues that can hold you back in life Stuart offered great advise and encouragement to improve my situation. Stuart was a key part of my recovery process where I have learnt to self love, rebuild my self confidence, make life changing decisions and find myself again. It is not until you recover from the darkest of places that you realise how ill you may have been. I cannot thank Stuart enough for his support and look forward to more but less frequent sessions in the future. Thank you Stuart. "

Recent Client Review - 7th Dec 2021

"Stuart has given me great support and useful strategies to deal with my mental and physical symptoms. Thank you, so much, Stuart.
I have found Stuart's support very helpful and at times he has been a life-saver. I have been suffering from anxiety, panic attacks and painful physical symptoms; and have been given the diagnosis of IBS. On three occasions I have rung him "in a state" and he has given me the support, guidance and strategies to calm down and deal with the anxiety. In our sessions, he listens and gives positive feedback (and challenging- when needed) and we work together on relevant issues. I have learnt that I am able to transform negative self-talk related to my past and feel more confident to deal with my present situation. Well worth the investment."

Recent Client Review 10/5/21

See what clients say about or work together. All reviews collected on 3rd party independent review site -Client Review Link - https://www.stuartdowning.co.uk/client-reviews

What is addiction and how to beat it ?

Vast numbers of us do things to excess, or have the feeling that it might be difficult to stop doing something, or sometimes wonder why on earth we have just done something that seemed attractive before we did it.
Over 25% of all Britons smoke, for example, a behaviour that costs tens of thousands of pounds in the course of an average lifetime, and not only shortens that life but makes it unpleasant for others and often dreadful for the smoker. However, a proper understanding of the givens of human nature could change all that.
Addiction spreads to every kind of pleasurable behaviour: drinking, surfing (wave and internet), sex, food, and so on. Some activities or substances can generate a feeling that is so powerful that life without that feeling may never seem worthwhile again. For example, many gamblers have a big win early in their career and then spend the rest of their life chasing that buzz.

My first consideration will always be the confidentiality of our client therapist relationship, your welfare, safety and comfort. Your treatment session will be, first and foremost, unique to you and will begin the process whereby you start to re-frame the problem and to circumvent whatever blockages are preventing you from leading a normal and happy life.

• Overcome - Drug addictions - Cocaine, Cannabis…, Smoking, Gambling, Excessive  Alcohol Consumption, Emotional Eating.
• Remove - Anxiety, Phobias, Fears,  Depression, Low Self Esteem, Stress, Social Anxiety, Blushing, Shyness and Nervousness.
• Enjoy - Deep, Restful Rejuvenating Sleep, Increased Energy, Self Control and Freedom  
• Become - More Confident, Happier, Self Assured.
• Develop new relationships with Food, Lose Weight, Look Great, Fitter and Healthier.

This is my day job, it’s what I do, it’s who I am and I live for it.

I will deliver the best possible outcome for you. I invest heavily in Continuing Professional Development and I am only as good as my last client.

All the answers are within you. You will be amazed by what you can do and what your mind can do.  After all, both belong to you and are inseparable.

If you're not sure, just pick up the phone and have a no obligation chat before you decide. Please call 01926 910031 or 07825 599340.

Life changes, and so can you!

Client Review Link - https://www.stuartdowning.co.uk/client-reviews

Specialist Websites

Anxiety  - www.anxietyhelpkenilworthwarwickshire.co.uk

Eating Disorders- www.eatingdisorderskenilworthwarwickshire.co.uk

Cocaine Addiction - www.cocaineaddictiontherapykenilworth.co.uk

EMDR - www.emdrtherapykenilworth.co.uk

Stop Smoking - www.stopsmokingkenilworth.co.uk

Gambling Addiction - www.gamblingaddictiontherapykenilworth.co.uk

Alcohol Addiction - www.alcoholaddictiontherapykenilworthwarwickshire.co.uk

Addiction - www.addictiontherapycoventry.co.uk

Sleep - www.sleepdisordersandinsomniatherapykenilworth.co.uk

BPD- www.borderlinepersonalitydisorderkenilworth.co.uk

Psychotherapy- www.kenilworthwarwickshirepsychotherapy.co.uk

Life Coaching- www.stuartdowning.co.uk

Lanzarote - www.lanzaroteaddictionsanxietyandweightloss.com

Harley Street - www.harleystreetaddictionspecialist.co.uk

Call Stuart - 01926 910031 / 07825 599340