Anxiety and Worry

I am struggling with constant worry about work before bed. Some nights, I can’t fall asleep, and I am always tired. Could this be anxiety?

On this page you'll find information about:

• What is anxiety
• Causes of anxiety
• Symptoms of anxiety
• Explore our wellbeing webinars
• How can talking therapies help with anxiety

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is a feeling of worry, fear, or unease about what might happen. It’s a natural reaction to stress, pressure, or perceived danger. While it's normal to experience these feelings from time to time, managing them can be challenging.

Causes of Anxiety

Everyone has feelings of anxiety at some point in their life. For example, you may feel worried and anxious about having a baby, sitting an exam, going to a job interview or on a first date. Major life changes and every day situations can trigger anxiety, depending on how they affect you. Additionally, heavy workloads and job-related stress can also contribute to anxiety, impacting your overall well-being. Sometimes, there may not be a clear reason for your anxiety, which can be frustrating. At Total Wellbeing Luton our expert therapists are here to help you work through these feelings.

Symptoms of Anxiety

Let’s explore some of the most common symptoms of anxiety:

• Constant worry about potential problems, future events or past mistakes
• Difficulty sleeping
• Overthinking
• Excessive sweating
• Racing heart
• Not able to concentrate
• Always tired
• Easily annoyed

There are also specific types of anxiety, including:

• Social anxiety
• Health anxiety
• Panic attacks
• Phobias
• Agoraphobia
• Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

You might experience several of these symptoms or just a few. Anxiety is very normal, and with the right support, you can manage it and start feeling like yourself again.

Explore our online wellbeing workshops

Our wellbeing workshops cover topics such as stress, anxiety, worry, depression, sleep hygiene and more. They provide insights into signs and symptoms, practical guidance and techniques to help boost your mood, as well as resources for additional support.

How can Talking Therapies help with anxiety and worry?

There are many ways to manage your anxiety and worry that can positively impact your life, and talking therapies at Total Wellbeing Luton can help equip you with practical strategies. Our services include:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Courses
• Guided Self-Help 

Talking therapies can help you make sense of your anxiety and take control of it, so you can feel better.

Our groups and courses gives you the opportunity to hear from others going through similar experiences or facing the same challenges as you. This can help you gain a better understanding of your own problems and feel less alone. Learn more here.