Client:   Adam
Condition:   Anxiety

I have always felt uncomfortable giving presentations. In my early to mid twenties, I had to regularly present various topics to my colleagues at work. I found this very stressful. The idea of being out of control and to be forced to present to a room full of people triggered panic attacks in me. Over time, these attacks got worse. I started to feel anxious in a whole range of public situations, for example bumping into someone unexpectedly in the street used to be an ordeal. I would instantly panic and be unable to speak.

About 5 years ago, I decided to do something about it. I knew of Caroline’s services by chance through attending a CIM course that she was hosting. She explained what NLP could do for someone like me and I gave it a go.

I met with Caroline about 6 times. We focused on my anxiety and explored what made me feel out of control. I found the course fascinating. I was taught techniques to focus on how to remain in control, and we explored memories, new and old, and analyzed what they meant.

I did not feel a sudden change in how I responded to presentations and similar such situations. However, over time my concerns seemed to just die away. I have since started a business venture and employ over 30 staff; as such I have to regularly chair company meetings, presenting our vision and managing group discussions. I no longer find this challenging and it no longer triggers panic attacks. When I think back to how I was 5 years, ago, it seems like looking at a different person. NLP wasn’t a magic solution, but it helped me put things in perspective and gain a greater sense of control. As much as anything I realized a bit of nerves is perfectly normal, and as a result I no longer panic when I feel nervous!