Anxiety Management

Who is the service for?
Anxiety is a normal and natural reaction to something seen as stressful, dangerous, or threatening. Difficulties arise when the feelings of anxiety become excessive, resulting in restriction of our everyday activities. Our service aims to provide help for people who are HIV+ve and experiencing difficulties caused by anxiety.

We work closely with the HIV Psychology Service and the HIV Community Mental Health Team.

What does the service offer?
We work with you, to help you gain an understanding of;
• How anxiety affects your body physically
• How anxiety can change the way you think and feel about yourself
• Identification of the causes of the anxiety, which may arise from life events, social changes and life experiences.
• Ways to cope with your anxiety.

We do this by offering a choice of individual and group sessions.

Individual sessions
These types of session are designed to:
• Discuss your needs
• Ensure that the service is appropriate for your needs
• Identify what changes you would like to make.

Group work sessions
Group work sessions are designed to create a safe and supportive environment where participants can draw on and learn from the experiences and strengths of each other. We will also help you learn to relax and seek a
means of acknowledging anxious and troublesome thoughts without becoming over burdened with them.

How to be referred into the service
If you are interested in accessing this service please contact your health care advisor or the Sussex Beacon Health Management Services Team direct on: 01273 808040 or e-mail us by clicking here.