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The Strength to Face it, the Space to Feel it.

About Brave Calm Project

Hi, I’m James —CBT therapist, educator, dad, and founder of the Brave Calm Project.

After years of working in mental health and teaching the next generation of therapists, one thing is clear: anxiety is everywhere—and so many people are struggling in silence. Long waiting lists, clinical jargon, and shame often keep people from getting the support they deserve. I created the Brave Calm Project to change that.

Whether it’s through private therapy, engaging videos, or content that makes complex ideas feel simple, Brave Calm Project exists to help you understand your anxiety, manage it with confidence, and live a life that feels more your own.

Brave Calm Project is about more than managing anxiety, at its core, this project is about helping you know when to be brave, when to stay calm—and how to move forward without anxiety getting in the way.


What Is Anxiety?

Anxiety is a normal human emotion that alerts us to danger and prepares us to act. It’s part of our built-in survival system—often described as “fight or flight.” When we perceive a threat, our body releases adrenaline and other stress hormones to help us either face the challenge or escape from it.

This can create powerful physical sensations, such as:

  • A racing heart

  • Tight chest or fast breathing

  • Shaky hands or wobbly legs

  • A sick or tense feeling in the stomach

  • A need to escape or avoid the situation altogether

These are signs your body is preparing to keep you safe—but when anxiety shows up too often, or without a clear danger, it can feel confusing and overwhelming. It may stop you from doing the things that matter most.

Anxiety can stop people from:

  • Speaking up in meetings or social settings

  • Going to work or school

  • Travelling, taking public transport, or leaving the house

  • Trying new things or meeting new people

  • Sleeping well or feeling relaxed, even at home

  • Making decisions, trusting themselves, or feeling “in control”

The goal isn’t to eliminate anxiety—it’s to understand it, manage it, and respond in ways that help you move forward.

Anxiety may feel powerful, but with the right tools and support, you can be brave, you can be calm.

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As a therapist, how can I help you? There are three approaches, free youtube videos and materials, educational courses, and one to one therapy

Is Anxiety holding you back?
Are You Feeling Stuck, Exhausted, or On Edge?

Are you constantly battling anxiety, stuck in patterns of overthinking, or worn out from trying to hold everything together? Maybe you’re avoiding things you used to enjoy, feeling trapped by intrusive thoughts, or just desperate for some peace of mind. Therapy can help.

At The Brave Calm Project, I offer one-to-one CBT and EMDR for people who are ready to face their fears, understand their minds, and build lasting change. You don’t have to figure it all out alone, click the link below to find out more.