Generalised Anxiety Disorder & Excessive Worry
Counselling and therapy for anxiety in West London
When anxiety becomes a near-constant companion - colouring daily life with fear, dread, or overthinking - it may be a sign of Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD). This form of anxiety often doesn’t have one clear cause. Instead, it can feel like your mind is always busy, scanning for what could go wrong.
People with anxiety often describe feeling tense, on edge, and unable to relax - even during moments that seem calm on the surface. The worry can latch onto relationships, work, health, or everyday responsibilities, leading to physical symptoms and a sense of emotional fatigue.
At The Knightsbridge Practice, we offer a compassionate and structured approach to therapy for anxiety in West London, helping you understand your anxiety, make sense of its roots, and learn how to navigate life with more ease and clarity.
Anxiety therapy in West London
How we can help alleviate your Generalised Anxiety Disorder.
How do I know if I have Generalised Anxiety Disorder?
You may be suffering from Generalised Anxiety Disorder if you recognise the following symptoms:
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Ongoing worry that feels hard to control
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Feeling restless, on edge, or keyed up
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Trouble sleeping or relaxing
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Fatigue, muscle tension, or headaches
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Difficulty concentrating or switching off thoughts
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Reassurance-seeking, over-preparing, or avoiding situations
How can therapy for anxiety help?
Our work together aims to both soothe the nervous system and make sense of what’s driving the anxiety. Treatment is tailored to you and may include:
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Cognitive strategies to challenge anxious thinking and reduce mental spirals
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Emotion-focused work to explore what anxiety may be protecting you from
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Mindfulness and grounding techniques to calm the body and regulate the mind
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Working with perfectionism, control, or early experiences that shape worry patterns
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Developing confidence and trust in your ability to cope with uncertainty
A flexible, personalised approach to therapy
Many clients benefit from various types of therapy.
For example, a session might incorporate the reflective depth of psychodynamic therapy, the practical tools of CBT, and the self-kindness of CFT - all held within a relational, person-centred frame.
Your therapist will collaborate with you to shape a path that feels relevant, respectful, and effective.