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My Solution Wellbeing Counselling Durham offers Stress Counselling in Durham face to face or online for individuals.We have a dedicated team based in Durham and our counsellors who cover the whole of Durham and County Durham. Sessions start from £60 and are face to face or online.
Stress can affect all aspects of your life, including your emotions, behaviour, thinking ability and physical health. No part of the body is immune, but, because people handle stress differently, symptoms of stress can vary.

Symptoms of stress include:
Physical Symptoms
- Headaches, dizziness, or lightheadedness
- Muscle tension, tight shoulders, or back pain
- Chest pain, a fast heartbeat, or high blood pressure
- Stomach problems, like nausea, heartburn, constipation
- Trouble sleeping, feeling tired all the time, or low energy
- Getting sick more often like catching colds
Emotional and Mental Symptoms
- Feeling anxious, nervous, or constantly on edge
- Irritability, anger, or having angry outbursts
- Feeling overwhelmed, sad, or depressed
- Trouble concentrating, forgetfulness, or racing thoughts
- Lack of motivation or brain fog
Behavioural Symptoms
- Procrastinating or avoiding responsibilities
- Withdrawing from friends and family
- Using more alcohol, tobacco, or drugs to cope
- Exercising less often than usual
Recommend Therapy for Stress
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Focuses on changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours that increase pressure and anxiety.
- Person-Centred Counselling: Provides a safe, empathetic space to talk through overwhelming emotions and find personal clarity
- Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) & Cognitive Therapy (MBCT): Teaches present-moment awareness and meditation to calm the nervous system and break cycles of worry.
Get in Touch
My Solution Wellbeing Durham has made Stress Counselling simple to access with face to face appointments in Durham or at the comfort of your home online. Sessions start from £60 or if you block book 6 sessions you receive a £10 discount off each session. Sessions can be booked online with the counsellor of your choice. My Solution Wellbeing has over 100 therapists to choose from.
Tel: 0800 098 2806
Email: office@mysolutionwellbeing.com
Areas We Also Cover
We cover the whole of County Durham and Durham
- Chester-le-Street
- Bishop Auckland
- Spennymoor
- Newton Aycliffe
- Seaham
- Peterlee
- Consett
- Stanley
- Durham City Centre
