Anxiety and Mood Disorders

At Sarah Ives Family Psychology, we specialise in addressing anxiety and mood disorders with compassionate, evidence-based therapies. Our goal is to support you in managing these challenges and improving your overall well-being.

Anxiety

Find support and strategies to manage overwhelming feelings of anxiety.

Anxiety can feel like many things, such as overwhelming sensations, racing thoughts and constant worry which is affecting your sleep, daily life and overall health. We offer tailored approaches to help you understand your anxiety, develop coping mechanisms and regain control.

Some people want to address the impact of anxiety on their education or work, their relationships, or just that they don’t feel right on the inside. Concerns can also include:

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
  • Phobias
  • Panic
  • Sleep Disorders

Our therapies are designed to empower you with the tools needed to manage and rediscover calm and balance of your thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

Depression

Navigate feelings of sadness and hopelessness with compassionate guidance.

Depression can make even the simplest tasks feel insurmountable. You may be feeling numb or disconnected, and your energy and motivation might be a challenge.

Our approach focuses on providing a supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, understand the root causes of your depression and develop strategies to improve your mood and outlook.

We will help with practical steps to getting started toward a greater sense of wellbeing and connecting with the things that are important to you.

School Refusal and Anxiety

Address anxiety-related challenges that affect school attendance and performance.

School refusal is often linked to anxiety and can significantly impact a child’s education and development. Sarah works with children, parents, and schools to identify the underlying causes of school-related anxiety and develop strategies to encourage regular attendance and success.

Sarah’s approach is designed to help children feel safe and successful in their school environment. Additional support through emails or school meetings can enhance time between the 1-1 psychology sessions.

Separation Anxiety

Learn coping techniques to manage separation anxiety and build resilience.

Separation anxiety can be challenging for both children and parents. We provide targeted interventions to help manage and alleviate the distress associated with separation. Our strategies focus on building resilience and independence in children, while also offering support and guidance to parents. Together, we work towards fostering a secure and confident mindset in your child.

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