Anxiety is one of the most common emotional struggles people face today. It can show up as restlessness, overthinking, physical tension, difficulty focusing, or a constant sense of worry. For many adults, anxiety doesn’t come from a single source—it often develops from deeper emotional patterns, early experiences, or unresolved internal conflicts.
As Sena Elbası, a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Qualified Counsellor based in London, I work with adults who want to understand their anxiety not just on the surface, but at its emotional roots. My therapeutic approach combines psychodynamic understanding with a warm, reflective, and culturally sensitive space where you can explore your inner world at your own pace.
Why Anxiety Needs More Than Quick Fixes
While short-term coping strategies can offer temporary relief, many people notice their anxiety returning again and again, often in similar patterns. This happens because anxiety is rarely only about the present moment—it is deeply connected to the past and the emotional templates we carry into adulthood.
Psychodynamic therapy helps you explore:
- where your anxiety may have begun
- how early relationships shaped your emotional responses
- why certain situations feel more triggering or overwhelming
- unconscious fears, expectations, or beliefs that fuel anxiety
- recurring patterns in relationships or decision-making
By understanding these deeper layers, emotional shifts become more lasting and meaningful.
A Safe Space to Slow Down and Be Heard
Living in a busy and demanding city like London can intensify stress and emotional overload. Many adults feel pressured to “keep going,” even when they feel exhausted or disconnected. In therapy, you’re offered something rare: a calm, non-judgemental space where you can pause, reflect, and understand yourself more fully.
My role as your therapist is not to push you toward quick solutions, but to help you explore what your anxiety is trying to communicate — gently and with curiosity.
Cultural Sensitivity in Therapy
For many individuals, anxiety is also shaped by cultural expectations, identity shifts, migration experiences, or the challenge of navigating life between different worlds. Having worked with diverse communities, including migrants and refugees, I welcome these conversations and approach them with openness and understanding.
Your cultural, emotional, and relational experiences all belong in the therapy room.
How Therapy Supports Long-Term Emotional Healing
Over time, psychodynamic therapy can help you:
- understand the emotional roots of your anxiety
- develop healthier responses to stress
- feel more grounded and stable internally
- recognise and shift unhelpful relational patterns
- build a stronger, more compassionate sense of self
These changes happen gradually but create profound emotional resilience.
Online and In-Person Therapy in London
I offer online therapy for adults across the UK and in-person sessions in London for those who prefer face-to-face work. Sessions are held weekly and last 50 minutes, providing a consistent and supportive space dedicated to your wellbeing.
If Anxiety Is Affecting Your Daily Life, You’re Not Alone
Reaching out for therapy is a strong and meaningful step. Whether your anxiety feels new or long-standing, manageable or overwhelming, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
If you feel ready to explore your experiences more deeply, I would be glad to hear from you.