CLIMATE ANXIETY

Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the state of the world?

What is Climate Anxiety

Aerial view of a frozen ice sheet with a dark water or ice-covered surface at the top, and cracked, light-colored ice or snow at the bottom.

Feeling worried, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the world around us is completely understandable. Eco-anxiety (also called climate anxiety or eco-distress) describes the worry and distress people feel when thinking about climate change, environmental destruction, or the wellbeing of animals and ecosystems.

It’s common to experience a mix of emotions: sadness, fear, anger, frustration, alongside physical sensations like tension, racing heart, dizziness, or digestive issues. The challenges facing our planet are real and deeply affecting communities and ecosystems worldwide.

Common signs of climate anxiety

  • Feeling worried or preoccupied with environmental issues

  • Trouble sleeping or concentrating

  • Physical tension, racing heartbeat, or fatigue

  • Avoiding news, conversations, or social situations

  • Feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the future

Everyone experiences climate anxiety differently. You may relate to some of these signs and not others and that’s completely normal.

Counselling for climate anxiety provides a safe, supportive space to explore these feelings and develop ways to manage them. With guidance, you can:

  • Understand and process your feelings about climate change

  • Learn grounding and stress-management strategies

  • Build resilience and coping skills to navigate uncertainty

  • Restore a sense of balance, calm, and perspective in daily life

Through our sessions, you’ll be supported with compassion and understanding, helping you move from feeling overwhelmed toward sustainable peace of mind.

How Counselling can help

Book a Consultation