anxiety and the reset approach

what is anxiety?

Anxiety can feel like an ever-present weight, turning everyday situations into overwhelming challenges. It’s not just about feeling stressed or nervous—it’s the restless nights, the racing heartbeat, and the constant worry that can make it hard to fully engage in life.

For some, anxiety is tied to specific triggers—a stressful event, a crowded room, an unfamiliar situation, or even health-related concerns. For others, it feels like it’s always there, a constant hum in the background that can erupt into panic or leave you feeling drained and disconnected.

Anxiety isn’t just “in your head.” It’s a whole-body experience, deeply tied to how your nervous system processes stress and senses safety. Understanding this connection is the first step toward finding balance and relief.

understanding anxiety through a holistic lens

Traditional approaches to anxiety often focus on cognitive interventions or medication. While these methods can be helpful, they often overlook the deeper meaning behind the symptoms. By addressing only the surface—the “facade”—these approaches may fail to work on the root causes of the problem.

The RESET Model (Reprocessing Emotions &cognitions through Somatic and environmental therapy) understands anxiety as a dynamic interplay between mind and body. Chronic anxiety often stems from a dysregulated nervous system, unresolved trauma, and deeply ingrained patterns of fear-based thinking. These symptoms carry messages about what the body and mind have endured, which is why addressing their deeper significance is essential for true healing.

Our approach integrates physical and psychological health, empowering clients to uncover and address the root causes of anxiety while building lasting resilience.

the reset approach to anxiety

The RESET model combines psychological tools with body-focused practices to interrupt these cycles. By exploring how thoughts and emotions interact with physical sensations, clients develop new ways of responding to anxiety triggers.

1. Regulating the Nervous System

Anxiety thrives when the nervous system is in a constant state of arousal. For many, this “fight, flight, or freeze” state becomes the default, making relaxation feel unattainable.

We use somatic interventions such as breathwork and cold exposure therapy (ice baths) to help reset the nervous system. By activating the vagus nerve and promoting parasympathetic responses, cold therapy creates a profound sense of calm and control. Over time, clients learn to regulate their body’s stress response more effectively.

2. Releasing Tension Stored in the Body

Anxiety often shows up physically—tight shoulders, clenched jaws, or shallow breathing. These physical symptoms are not just byproducts of anxiety but contributors to it.

Through somatic interventions, we help clients release these stored tensions. Techniques like breathwork, gentle movement, and body awareness exercises create space for relaxation and healing.

3. Building Emotional Resilience

Living with anxiety often means navigating unpredictable emotional waves. This can lead to avoidance, hyper-vigilance, or feelings of inadequacy.

Our work emphasises emotional regulation. By helping clients tune into their emotions without judgment, we build resilience and self-trust. Over time, this allows for greater flexibility in how clients respond to stress and uncertainty.

4. Integrating Movement, Physical and Experiential activity

Movement is one of the most effective natural ways to reduce anxiety. Exercise releases endorphins, regulates cortisol levels, and promotes better sleep—all essential for managing anxiety.

We incorporate strength training and mindful movement into personalised plans. These practices are tailored to fit clients’ lifestyles and ensure they feel empowered, not overwhelmed, by their routines.

a new relationship with anxiety

Anxiety doesn’t have to control your life. The RESET model views anxiety not as a weakness but as a signal from your body and mind. By listening to these signals and addressing the underlying causes, clients learn to transform anxiety into clarity, calm, and confidence.

Your next steps with RESET

If anxiety is holding you back, it’s time to reclaim your life. Our holistic approach combines cutting-edge somatic interventions with psychological expertise to help you:

– Regulate your nervous system.

– Release stored tension.

– Develop tools for resilience and peace.

Click ‘Meet the team’ below to get support and move from surviving to thriving.