Appendix CC: Anxiety management techniques

Relaxation techniques are also a common means to manage the distressing and distracting symptoms of anxiety [1991]. Some useful relaxation methods include:

• Progressive muscle relaxation.
• Controlled or abdominal breathing.
• Meditation.
• Calming response.
• Visualisation and imagery.
• Grounding.

Each method works best if practiced daily by clients for 10-20 minutes but, again, not every technique may be appropriate for every client.