Anxiety and Overthinking
Anxiety is tentacles of fear that reach up and pull you down into the mud of overthinking. Fear and thinking cycle round and round – fear in your body causing thoughts and thinking causing more fear.
The thoughts create nervousness and hesitation in daily life, with you being afraid to do even the things you badly want to do.
You may have anxiety and overthink if:
- You miss out on special occasions, and friends get togethers and family dos when the anxiety is socially focused.
- You miss out on attending self-care events even when you know you need them.
- You miss out of job opportunities and advancements when the anxiety turns its wheel.
- You actively avoid any hint of conflict or disagreement because of fear of consequences.
- You are hypervigilant, super prepared, and have analysed every possible eventuality.
- You think and think about the worst possible scenarios – in order to be warned and prepared.
What Annette Helps With
I can teach you some strategies to use to calm your nervous system in the moment, especially for when the panic starts arising.
Lets slow it all down. Lets get to the detail of the triggers, the effects and the fears.
I realise that you don’t want to. I know you just want it to go away. I acknowledge that it is uncomfortable to talk about it and especially uncomfortable to feel it. And it feels too big to change.
But I know from my own experience and from clients that all this can change. This whole pattern can be consigned to the past. And the past is where it started, when you were young.
Then it got embedded deeper and deeper, the more it got repeated.
So we start by looking at the present and becoming aware of exactly how a pattern is playing out. The more clear on the pattern, the more likely we are to address the core issue.
We will also clarify exactly what you want and how you want to function. It can be easy to say what you don’t want, but illuminating what you want can be your guiding star.
Awakening to your true self
What is spiritual awakening? It is one of these things that has many definitions and many paths to get there. The path that I support you in is not a path! (Even though I call my business The Inner Path) It’s about stripping away the stuff that blocks you. Because that is all that is needed.
Then you can access that beautiful expansive stillness and silence that is deep inside. It’s about rediscovering who you truly are. It is not about finding yourself because you are here anyway. It is rediscovering the truth of you.
So to support you in this, we will look at the patterns and structure of thinking, emotions, believing and body sensations that are apparent in your present life.
We will examine the egoic patterns that play out in your life and in this inquiry you will learn that that is not who you are. You can then drop deeper inside. From there you can discover how and when you leave this. And what is the right action from the truth for you.
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What happens in a session?
1. We begin with what is present
You do not need to arrive with the “right words” or a clear explanation. We begin with what is happening for you now. Even if it comes out as a jumble. You are welcome just as you are.
2. You are deeply listened to
There is space, safety and support to speak honestly, feel what is there and be met without judgement. I will have a quiet mind and an open, compassionate heart. I will not have a personal agenda or be trying to get you anywhere in particular.
3. We explore the patterns underneath
Together, we may gently look at thinking, beliefs, emotions, body sensations, memories or subconscious patterns that are influencing your current experience.
4. Hypnotherapy or guided inner work may be used
Where appropriate, and with y our permission, I may use hypnotherapy, guided relaxation and inner inquiry to support deeper awareness and change.
5. You leave feeling very relaxed, at peace and with more clarity
The aim is for you to become more aware of how you function as a human and for you to know that you are not those surface patterns. You may even experience the truth of your essence.
Session options
Individual Session
Length: 60 minutes
Cost: $115 single session
$105 each if choosing ongoing sessions
$300 prepay for 3 sessions
Discounts are available for financial hardship
Supervision / Mentoring Session
Length: 60 minutes
Cost: $115 single session
$105 each if choosing ongoing sessions
$300 prepay for 3 sessions
In person sessions are available in Paraparaumu, on the Kāpiti Coast. | Online sessions are available via Google Meet across New Zealand and anywhere in the world.
Why work with Annette?
I bring together counselling, hypnotherapy, psychotherapy training, NLP, meditation, mindfulness and years of personal and professional inner work, in a unique way which is supportive of you as a whole being.
My work is especially suited to people who want to feel deeply heard, gently supported and guided back toward themselves.
- Qualified counsellor and hypnotherapy practitioner
- Advanced clinical hypnotherapy training
- Psychotherapy-informed background
- Trauma informed
- Experienced in emotional healing and inner change
- Warm, non-judgemental and deeply intuitive approach
- In-person and online support available
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the difference between counselling and hypnotherapy?
Counselling gives you a compassionate space to talk, reflect and be heard.
Hypnotherapy works more directly with subconscious beliefs, old survival patterns and emotional responses.
Do I need to know what is wrong before I book?
No. You can arrive exactly as you are. Many people simply know they feel stuck, anxious, disconnected or ready for something to change.
Are sessions available online?
Yes.
Sessions are available online through Google Meet, so you can work with Annette from anywhere in the world.
Online sessions can still be personal, gentle and deeply supportive.
Where are in-person sessions held?
In-person sessions are held in my home in Paraparaumu, on the Kāpiti Coast.
How many sessions will I need?
This depends on what you are bringing and what kind of support you are looking for. Some people come for a few sessions, while others prefer ongoing support.
Is hypnotherapy safe?
Hypnotherapy is a gentle, guided process. You remain aware and in control throughout the session. I will ask your permission and you can stop it at any stage.
What if I feel nervous about booking?
It is very normal. You are welcome to start by emailing a simple question. I can send you photos of my place if this would help you be familiar with it. And you can watch videos on my YouTube channel to see me talking and listen to my voice. https://www.youtube.com/annettecburrell
Ready to begin?
You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out. If something here resonates with you, you are welcome to book a session with Annette.