Referred to as cognitive distortions, this type of thinking can be paralysing. Fixating on certain thoughts, situations, and scenarios can lead to significant emotional and psychological strain.

Overthinking affects our mental health in the following ways:

Increased anxiety

Often anticipatory anxiety caused by thinking about what might go wrong or potential negative outcomes

Depression

Due to being caught in negative thought loops. This leads to rumination on past events, often feeling regret, guilt, or helplessness

Decision paralysis

Becoming paralysed by uncertainty

Sleep problems

Overthinking, especially in the evenings, can interfere with sleep. That constant mental chatter, often revolving around worries or unresolved thoughts, can make it difficult to relax and fall asleep

Physical symptoms

The body responds to mental stress as though it is a physical danger, causing a series of stress responses that affect both the mind and body. These can include tension in the neck and shoulders, headaches, and digestive issues

Decreased self-esteem and confidence

In spending time questioning your thoughts or actions, it is common to lose confidence in your decisions, abilities and even your identity

I can help you to break free from the cycle of rumination. Together, we will develop clear and achievable goals. Tackling deep seated emotional and psychological patterns, I will help you to learn to feel more relaxed and in control of your thoughts and your life.