Anxiety Psychologist Melbourne
Anxiety Therapy for Worry, Overthinking and Emotional Overwhelm
Anxiety can be exhausting.
It can feel like your mind never switches off. You may find yourself constantly thinking about what could go wrong, replaying conversations, second guessing decisions, or feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities and expectations.
For some people, anxiety shows up as racing thoughts and persistent worry. For others, it appears as perfectionism, people pleasing, difficulty relaxing, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or a sense of always being "on."
Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people seek therapy, yet many people live with it for years before reaching out for support.
At Salt & Earth Psychology, anxiety therapy is offered in a warm, collaborative and evidence based way. Together we work to understand not only the symptoms of anxiety, but also the underlying factors that may be keeping it going.
Appointments are available online throughout Australia and in person in Elwood, Melbourne.
What Is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a normal human emotion.
In many situations, anxiety helps keep us safe by preparing us to respond to potential challenges or threats.
However, when anxiety becomes persistent, overwhelming, or difficult to manage, it can begin to interfere with daily life, relationships, work, health and wellbeing.
Anxiety often involves a combination of:
Excessive worry
Overthinking
Muscle tension
Restlessness
Difficulty concentrating
Trouble sleeping
Irritability
Feeling on edge
Avoidance of situations that feel stressful or uncertain
Many people become frustrated with themselves for feeling anxious. Yet anxiety is often an understandable response to life experiences, stressors, personality traits, or nervous system patterns that have developed over time.
Therapy can help you better understand these patterns and develop new ways of responding.
Common Anxiety Concerns
General Anxiety
Persistent worry about everyday life, responsibilities, relationships, health, finances or the future.
Panic Attacks
Sudden episodes of intense fear or physical symptoms such as racing heart, dizziness, shortness of breath or feeling out of control.
Perfectionism
Feeling driven to meet impossibly high standards, fearing mistakes, or struggling with self criticism.
People Pleasing
Prioritising the needs of others while neglecting your own, often driven by fear of conflict, rejection or disappointing others.
Health Anxiety
Persistent worry about illness, symptoms or physical health concerns.
Social Anxiety
Fear of judgement, embarrassment, rejection or negative evaluation from others.
Anxiety Related to Trauma
For some people, anxiety is closely connected to unresolved experiences that continue to influence the nervous system.
How Therapy Can Help
Therapy can help you:
Better understand anxiety patterns
Reduce worry and overthinking
Build confidence in managing uncertainty
Develop healthier coping strategies
Improve emotional regulation
Strengthen self compassion
Reduce avoidance behaviours
Address perfectionism and self criticism
The goal is not to eliminate anxiety completely. Rather, therapy helps you develop a different relationship with anxiety so that it no longer controls your life.
Approaches Used
Depending on your needs, therapy may draw from:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
EMDR
Compassion Focused Therapy
Trauma Informed Approaches
Therapy is tailored to your circumstances rather than following a one size fits all model.
Why Choose Salt & Earth Psychology?
Many people experiencing anxiety are incredibly capable.
They are often the people others rely on. They care deeply, work hard, and carry significant responsibilities. Yet beneath the surface they may feel exhausted, overwhelmed or disconnected from themselves.
At Salt & Earth Psychology, therapy provides a space to slow down, make sense of what is happening, and develop more sustainable ways of living and relating.
Appointments are available online across Australia and in person in Elwood, Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is anxiety treatable?
Many people find therapy helpful for understanding and managing anxiety more effectively.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can attend privately or access sessions through a Mental Health Care Plan if eligible.
Can anxiety be linked to trauma?
Yes. Past experiences can sometimes contribute to ongoing anxiety patterns and nervous system activation.
Is online therapy effective for anxiety?
Yes. Many people find telehealth appointments highly effective and convenient.
How many sessions will I need?
This depends on your goals, circumstances and the nature of the difficulties you are experiencing.
Book an Appointment
If anxiety is affecting your quality of life, support is available.
Salt & Earth Psychology offers anxiety therapy online throughout Australia and in person in Elwood, Melbourne.