Anxiety Therapists in New Westminster, BC
Hey, welcome!
In a world where it can feel like we're drowning in information, I work to slow things down and help people to explore their own inner thoughts and feelings that don't always have the opportunity to express themselves. I view you as the expert in your life, and my job is to ask you the right questions and help you reflect on what is showing up, and identify patterns along the way.
Hey, welcome!
In a world where it can feel like we're drowning in information, I work to slow things down and help people to explore their own inner thoughts and feelings that don't always have the opportunity to express themselves. I view you as the expert in your life, and my job is to ask you the right questions and help you reflect on what is showing up, and identify patterns along the way.
Integrative Somatic Therapy Practice, Nanoose Bay
Counsellor, RCC, MC, CYT
20 Endorsed
New Westminster, BC V3M
Feeling anxious and experiencing pained body & sadness that wont go away?
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Somatic or Body-Oriented Psychotherapist. I integrate practices in mindfulness, gentle yoga, breathwork, bioenergetic movements, sound healing, bodywork, processing & integration. My intention is to create space for you to connect to difficult emotions & experiences in a way that is organic and self paced.
Feeling anxious and experiencing pained body & sadness that wont go away?
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Somatic or Body-Oriented Psychotherapist. I integrate practices in mindfulness, gentle yoga, breathwork, bioenergetic movements, sound healing, bodywork, processing & integration. My intention is to create space for you to connect to difficult emotions & experiences in a way that is organic and self paced.
I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, and ADHD, integrating the latest research findings and tailored client approaches.
My clients want relief from emotional pain and guidance on their journey toward self-improvement. They may have tried self-help strategies, or perhaps even other therapists, but they’re still looking for something deeper and more effective. They want to work with someone who has life experience that truly understands them, someone who can see past surface-level issues and help uncover the deeper, root causes of their struggles. They are motivated by a desire to live authentically, experience healthier relationships, and break free from negative cycles that have held them back in the past.
I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, and ADHD, integrating the latest research findings and tailored client approaches.
My clients want relief from emotional pain and guidance on their journey toward self-improvement. They may have tried self-help strategies, or perhaps even other therapists, but they’re still looking for something deeper and more effective. They want to work with someone who has life experience that truly understands them, someone who can see past surface-level issues and help uncover the deeper, root causes of their struggles. They are motivated by a desire to live authentically, experience healthier relationships, and break free from negative cycles that have held them back in the past.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with the weight of depression, or facing challenging life transitions, know that you are not alone.
I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, life transitions, and daily stressors through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered approaches. With a strong foundation in empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a genuine commitment to your well-being.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with the weight of depression, or facing challenging life transitions, know that you are not alone.
I specialize in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, life transitions, and daily stressors through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered approaches. With a strong foundation in empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a genuine commitment to your well-being.
I have had the privilege to work with a diverse population on issues that included anxiety, depression, trauma, immigration, grief, relationship difficulties, addictions, ENM, and many others.
People tend to feel more satisfied when their actions align with their values, their relationships are based on authenticity, and they are able to meaningfully participate in their communities. As you think about making changes in your life, you may feel stuck, unclear about your goals, overwhelmed by the journey, or affected by unresolved issues and past traumas. It is my goal to help you feel more hopeful, supported, and capable, as well as to provide you with the skills that can help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
I have had the privilege to work with a diverse population on issues that included anxiety, depression, trauma, immigration, grief, relationship difficulties, addictions, ENM, and many others.
People tend to feel more satisfied when their actions align with their values, their relationships are based on authenticity, and they are able to meaningfully participate in their communities. As you think about making changes in your life, you may feel stuck, unclear about your goals, overwhelmed by the journey, or affected by unresolved issues and past traumas. It is my goal to help you feel more hopeful, supported, and capable, as well as to provide you with the skills that can help you move forward with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
You may feel overwhelmed. You overthink, doubt yourself, struggle with mood shifts, or feel easily triggered with your partner or child. You react in ways you later regret and wonder, “Why do I keep doing this?” These patterns often begin early in life, as our nervous system learns to stay on guard. Deep down, you want to feel calm instead of reactive, confident rather than self-critical, and connected without losing yourself. As a parent, you may long to be more patient, steady, and present. You want to feel connected, valued, safe, and secure; not just with others, but within yourself.
You may feel overwhelmed. You overthink, doubt yourself, struggle with mood shifts, or feel easily triggered with your partner or child. You react in ways you later regret and wonder, “Why do I keep doing this?” These patterns often begin early in life, as our nervous system learns to stay on guard. Deep down, you want to feel calm instead of reactive, confident rather than self-critical, and connected without losing yourself. As a parent, you may long to be more patient, steady, and present. You want to feel connected, valued, safe, and secure; not just with others, but within yourself.
I am specially trained in stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma, vicarious trauma/burnout.
As you search for a counsellor you might look for counsellors with similar values. Here are mine: Goodness. I believe we are all striving to do the best we can with what we were given. Redemption. I believe we can all learn from mistakes. Connection. I believe being connected to others is healing from many past hurts and is protective against future stress. Equality. I am a feminist in that I believe in equal rights for people of all genders, races, sexual orientations. Authenticity. I strive to create a life I want to live. I would love to help you be who you really are.
I am specially trained in stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma, vicarious trauma/burnout.
As you search for a counsellor you might look for counsellors with similar values. Here are mine: Goodness. I believe we are all striving to do the best we can with what we were given. Redemption. I believe we can all learn from mistakes. Connection. I believe being connected to others is healing from many past hurts and is protective against future stress. Equality. I am a feminist in that I believe in equal rights for people of all genders, races, sexual orientations. Authenticity. I strive to create a life I want to live. I would love to help you be who you really are.
My specialties include ADHD, anxiety, attachment, and complex trauma.
As a self-identified LGBTQ+ woman with a neurodivergent brain, I have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals in these communities. My personal experiences shape my empathetic, trauma-informed approach. I focus on building trust with clients, recognizing that therapy is most effective when you feel safe and connected. My goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space to help you better understand your needs, navigate life's challenges, and develop a healthier relationship with yourself. I bring experience from healthcare, non-profit, and supporting vulnerable individuals from diverse backgrounds.
My specialties include ADHD, anxiety, attachment, and complex trauma.
As a self-identified LGBTQ+ woman with a neurodivergent brain, I have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by individuals in these communities. My personal experiences shape my empathetic, trauma-informed approach. I focus on building trust with clients, recognizing that therapy is most effective when you feel safe and connected. My goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space to help you better understand your needs, navigate life's challenges, and develop a healthier relationship with yourself. I bring experience from healthcare, non-profit, and supporting vulnerable individuals from diverse backgrounds.
It might look like you have it all together, but inside, you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected.
At Mind Matters Counselling, we offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapy that honours your full story. Our team of therapists creates a nonjudgmental space where we work with Children Individuals and couples. Our approach draws from evidence-based methods like CBT, EFT, the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and attachment theory.
It might look like you have it all together, but inside, you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected.
At Mind Matters Counselling, we offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapy that honours your full story. Our team of therapists creates a nonjudgmental space where we work with Children Individuals and couples. Our approach draws from evidence-based methods like CBT, EFT, the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and attachment theory.
This includes anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, anger, feeling overwhelmed or burnt out.
I am a compassionate person who also happens to be a therapist. My specialty is supporting my clients with what ever issue they are experiencing while being my authentic self. I offer no judgement and never pretend to be the expert in their lives. My aim is to make therapy a collaborative process where we both add to the experience in the room.
This includes anxiety, stress, depression, relationship issues, anger, feeling overwhelmed or burnt out.
I am a compassionate person who also happens to be a therapist. My specialty is supporting my clients with what ever issue they are experiencing while being my authentic self. I offer no judgement and never pretend to be the expert in their lives. My aim is to make therapy a collaborative process where we both add to the experience in the room.
You want to overcome anxiety, and resolve relationship and emotional issues.
You can heal and grow with EMDR, hypnotherapy, and Imago therapy! EMDR reprocesses painful memories, easing trauma and anxiety. Hypnotherapy accesses your unconscious to break habits and overcome fears. Imago therapy strengthens relationships by resolving old patterns and deepening connection. These approaches offer lasting change, empowering you to thrive!
You want to overcome anxiety, and resolve relationship and emotional issues.
You can heal and grow with EMDR, hypnotherapy, and Imago therapy! EMDR reprocesses painful memories, easing trauma and anxiety. Hypnotherapy accesses your unconscious to break habits and overcome fears. Imago therapy strengthens relationships by resolving old patterns and deepening connection. These approaches offer lasting change, empowering you to thrive!
It was through her own personal journey that Trish came to find her expertise as a Somatic Psychotherapist; helping individuals, couples and families step into balance, health and connection so that they can live in joy, vibrancy and passion! After full recovery from a skiing accident that had her in a wheel chair for months, she began to feel uptight all the time, depressed, had unhealthy eating patterns, an autoimmune diagnosis, and disconnect in her marriage. She had forgotten all about joy, vibrance & passion or how to even reach for those things. If you have ever experienced these feelings & lack connection, Trish can help.
It was through her own personal journey that Trish came to find her expertise as a Somatic Psychotherapist; helping individuals, couples and families step into balance, health and connection so that they can live in joy, vibrancy and passion! After full recovery from a skiing accident that had her in a wheel chair for months, she began to feel uptight all the time, depressed, had unhealthy eating patterns, an autoimmune diagnosis, and disconnect in her marriage. She had forgotten all about joy, vibrance & passion or how to even reach for those things. If you have ever experienced these feelings & lack connection, Trish can help.
I support youth & adults through the challenges you might be facing: depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, late identified ADHD, ASD & AuDHD.
Welcome to a turning point in your life. I’m Alisa - RCC, CCC, EMDR Trained Therapist, and ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider. Here’s the truth. You don’t need to keep fighting alone or guessing what’s wrong. You don’t need to pretend you’re fine. Imagine this for a moment. You set the weight down. You stop apologizing for your struggles. You stop pushing your feelings aside just to get through the day. And for the first time in a long time, you feel safe enough to breathe. Inner peace isn’t a myth. Self-acceptance isn’t out of reach. And the strengths you forgot you had? They’re still there - waiting to be uncovered.
I support youth & adults through the challenges you might be facing: depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, late identified ADHD, ASD & AuDHD.
Welcome to a turning point in your life. I’m Alisa - RCC, CCC, EMDR Trained Therapist, and ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider. Here’s the truth. You don’t need to keep fighting alone or guessing what’s wrong. You don’t need to pretend you’re fine. Imagine this for a moment. You set the weight down. You stop apologizing for your struggles. You stop pushing your feelings aside just to get through the day. And for the first time in a long time, you feel safe enough to breathe. Inner peace isn’t a myth. Self-acceptance isn’t out of reach. And the strengths you forgot you had? They’re still there - waiting to be uncovered.
I have experience providing mental health support to both youth and adults related to a range of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, substance use and addictions, PTSD and trauma, emotional regulation, stress management, as well as more severe mental health symptoms and diagnosis such as psychosis, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, and also personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD).
I use a trauma informed approach in my practice and am guided by evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).
I have experience providing mental health support to both youth and adults related to a range of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, substance use and addictions, PTSD and trauma, emotional regulation, stress management, as well as more severe mental health symptoms and diagnosis such as psychosis, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, and also personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD).
I use a trauma informed approach in my practice and am guided by evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT).
Hello, I am Autumn! I work largely with play, expressive and nature based therapy. I work with children, teens, and adults. Play is how children communicate so there is no better way to work with the concerns that are close at heart then through play for little ones. Don't think that play is only for kids though - expressive therapy like painting, clay, movement, and other creative ways of being can help even those of us that doubt we are "artistic" reach a deeper level of self-connection and authenticity. Nature is a wonderful way to feel connection to something bigger than us while increasing our grounding and mindfulness skills.
Hello, I am Autumn! I work largely with play, expressive and nature based therapy. I work with children, teens, and adults. Play is how children communicate so there is no better way to work with the concerns that are close at heart then through play for little ones. Don't think that play is only for kids though - expressive therapy like painting, clay, movement, and other creative ways of being can help even those of us that doubt we are "artistic" reach a deeper level of self-connection and authenticity. Nature is a wonderful way to feel connection to something bigger than us while increasing our grounding and mindfulness skills.
I listen with an open heart, offering a safe and supportive space to navigate difficult thoughts, feelings, relationship struggles and life transitions. Whether you're at a breaking point, feeling uncertain, or anywhere in between, I help you unpack your dilemma, gain new insight, and develop the skills to find clarity and resolution.
I listen with an open heart, offering a safe and supportive space to navigate difficult thoughts, feelings, relationship struggles and life transitions. Whether you're at a breaking point, feeling uncertain, or anywhere in between, I help you unpack your dilemma, gain new insight, and develop the skills to find clarity and resolution.
Challenges are inevitable in this life, but they can be managed with the help of family, friends or sometimes professionals. My life mission is to be of service to people who are suffering. I strive to create a counselling space in which my clients feel at ease with being able to share their stories. I truly believe in the possibility of people being able to move through their pain, in order to live happier and healthier lives.
Challenges are inevitable in this life, but they can be managed with the help of family, friends or sometimes professionals. My life mission is to be of service to people who are suffering. I strive to create a counselling space in which my clients feel at ease with being able to share their stories. I truly believe in the possibility of people being able to move through their pain, in order to live happier and healthier lives.
I provide therapy for clients who struggle anxiety, depression, life transitions, PTSD/trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), panic attacks, mood swings, and relationship problems.
I first offer you a 15 minute free consult to field any questions and to see if it is a good fit. For your first 50 minute session, I offer a comprehensive mental health evaluation and a clinical impression of your diagnosis. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I provide therapy for clients who struggle anxiety, depression, life transitions, PTSD/trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), panic attacks, mood swings, and relationship problems.
I first offer you a 15 minute free consult to field any questions and to see if it is a good fit. For your first 50 minute session, I offer a comprehensive mental health evaluation and a clinical impression of your diagnosis. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy.
You may overthink, avoid conflict, or worry about being too much.
I work with youth and adults navigating relationships, identity, and emotional overwhelm. Together, we look at patterns, slow things down, and make sense of what you’re feeling. Therapy is collaborative, with space for curiosity and humour. Over time, you can feel connected to yourself, clearer in your relationships, and more confident expressing your needs.
You may overthink, avoid conflict, or worry about being too much.
I work with youth and adults navigating relationships, identity, and emotional overwhelm. Together, we look at patterns, slow things down, and make sense of what you’re feeling. Therapy is collaborative, with space for curiosity and humour. Over time, you can feel connected to yourself, clearer in your relationships, and more confident expressing your needs.
Over the years I have found successful results when treating: anxiety, depression and mood disorders, substance use and addictions, identity and personality disorders, eating disorders, sexual identity and sexual orientation issues, PTSD, adolescence issues and middle life crisis, grief and loss, co-dependency, couple's conflicts and parenting challenges.
Based on the belief that: "we all have our own answers", I focus my efforts to provide a professional, non judgmental and non critical space, where people can safely engage in a process of self reflection and discovery through which they can increase their self awareness, and learn how to access their own answers and solutions to a wide range of mental health concerns and challenging life situations.
Over the years I have found successful results when treating: anxiety, depression and mood disorders, substance use and addictions, identity and personality disorders, eating disorders, sexual identity and sexual orientation issues, PTSD, adolescence issues and middle life crisis, grief and loss, co-dependency, couple's conflicts and parenting challenges.
Based on the belief that: "we all have our own answers", I focus my efforts to provide a professional, non judgmental and non critical space, where people can safely engage in a process of self reflection and discovery through which they can increase their self awareness, and learn how to access their own answers and solutions to a wide range of mental health concerns and challenging life situations.
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Anxiety Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.