Stress Management
We specialise in providing stress management therapies at all levels. We all experience stress at some point in our lives, but how you respond to it makes an incredible difference. Your body’s reaction when faced with a challenge or demand that exceeds its capabilities can be either healthy and productive (the ideal) or harmful such as increased heart rate followed by anxiety attacks- these are signs of burnout and stress!
If you’re feeling overwhelmed due to feelings of pressure or you are constantly struggling to meet deadlines, then it may be a sign that something needs changing which may be to see a counsellor or doctor in order for you to better cope with life’s challenges.
It’s important not only to recognise when we need more support but also when we must take steps towards getting the psychological treatment we require before things become too difficult on our own and out of control.
What are the symptoms of stress?
Recognising the symptoms of stress can be difficult, but it’s important. Most people are so used to feeling stressed that they might not realise when their body starts showing signs or taking over. But recognising your own patterns might help point out how things are going so far – before it’s too late.
The first step towards controlling stress isn’t always easy: knowing exactly what is causing those irresistible feelings in your body and brain, making all tasks seem impossible at times!
When stress becomes a part of your life, it takes over and messes with every aspect. The first step to controlling stress is knowing and recognizing the symptoms.
Signs of stress may include;
- Smoking and drinking frequently
- Becoming irritable
- Being filled with worrisome ideas and thoughts
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Difficulty concentrating
- Unable to sleep properly
- Living an isolated lifestyle
- Keeping away from family members and friends
These are just some examples but there could be others depending on how much pressure has been put onto yourself over time.
It is important to know the signs of stress. You may feel anxious, irritable, or low in self-esteem and have racing thoughts when you’re stressed out; it’s possible that your mood may change drastically from one minute to another without any warning.
What happens if your stress is untreated?
Long term untreated stress is like water in the bottom of a boat. It doesn’t take long before you are flooded and sink below the water with huge consequences. Mental illnesses such as anxiety disorders or depression are often developed from an untamed mind that needs control, which can ultimately turn on itself creating more problems than solutions for those who suffer with long term stress symptoms. Further symptoms may include:
- Metabolic syndrome
- Obesity
- Heart diseases
- Arthritis
- Hypertension
- Constantly wound up
- Decreased sex drive
- Depression
- Schizophrenia
When you’re under extreme stress for an extended period, it affects your entire body. This can have direct or indirect impacts on many different areas and systems in the human machine.
The symptoms of chronic stress are both psychological and physical. It can affect our mental state, including causing anxiety or insomnia; it also causes problems with the body such as high blood pressure or muscle pain which often go hand-in-hand when someone has been dealing with this issue for an extended period of time.
What you should do if you feel stress has become a parasite
Untreated stress is like a virus that can attack your body at any time. If you feel stressed out, don’t forget about the side effects it causes on the various parts and systems of your body!
Our therapists are here to help you get back on your feet! We take a comprehensive approach to managing stress by addressing the root causes and underlying triggers whilst building trust and enduring relationships with the people we treat.
We’ll deploy the best ways and methods, starting with mild stress or chronic treatment approaches depending on each circumstance.