Anxiety Therapists in Downtown, Vancouver, BC

I specialize in psychological assessment and treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). If you are experiencing intrusive thoughts about contamination, accidents or violence, sex, identity, religion, relationships, ‘just right’ feelings, or other themes, along with excessive checking, reviewing, avoiding, reassurance-seeking, or other behaviours, I'm here to help. I also provide treatment for a range of anxiety concerns, including perfectionism, health anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, and social anxiety. My approach is grounded in CBT, ACT, and compassion-focused therapy.

Are you feeling the weight of being stuck, despite your best efforts? You’ve had some success but also feel exhausted. Life's hurdles have felt overwhelming, adding to the stress and disconnection you're experiencing. You long to rediscover a sense of connection and presence, to feel whole again. While you know deep down that change is possible, the journey seems daunting, especially when facing it alone. That's why you're seeking support, a safe and nurturing environment where judgment is left at the door. I work with youth, adults and couples as well as those finding they need support as partners, caregivers and parents.

Have you been feeling overwhelmed lately by your emotions and life demands? Do you sometimes feel like you have exhausted your coping resources and are stuck with where you are? If so, do not worry or judge yourself. We have all felt like this at some point in our lives. Let me introduce myself: I am a registered clinical counsellor (RCC) and am extremely passionate about building strong and trusting bonds with my clients in order to facilitate change and growth. I work from a supportive, curious, and nonjudgmental stance, focusing on your strengths and equipping you with the resources you need to have the life you want.

I'm a Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in relationships, anxiety, and bi-cultural identity. I work with people navigating the challenges of both past and present experiences. Whether you're recovering from past traumas, feeling lost, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed by perfectionism, or in an unfulfilled relationship. I am committed to supporting you towards a space where your mind and body wish to be. Working with couples I help improve communication and listening skills, release resentment and bitterness, build a foundation of understanding, foster connection, and shift from individual to relational coping.

Thinking that you might need some help learning how to process, manage and cope with what happened to you? Or perhaps you might desire to learn some skills to help you grow, deal with or overcome a particular struggle or fear. Whatever it is, the idea of therapy may also have you feeling a little freaked out and it might feel a little weird. My goal is to lessen those feelings and make this process as comfortable as possible. Whatever your goals are, you can trust me to help guide and walk with you through your journey towards healing and living a happier, healthier more fulfilling life that is all your own.

Are you tired of feeling trapped in a cycle of pain and exhaustion? Do you long for a sense of relief and hope in your life? If so, I'm here to extend a guiding hand on your journey toward healing and well-being. I am Sara Ahmadian, a compassionate BIPOC counsellor specializing in depression, anxiety, and chronic illness. I'm dedicated to helping you break free from the burdens that weigh you down. In our sessions, I provide a safe and nurturing space for you to slow down, process your emotions, and make sense of your experiences. Together, let's pave the way for a brighter and more fulfilling life.

Do you feel overrun by thoughts of self-criticism? Are you exhausted trying to maintain relationships? Sometimes we function well outwardly, but inside we are fighting feelings of anxiety, sadness, anger and thoughts of never being good enough. In therapy, we connect to parts of ourselves that we try so hard to hide. We explore struggles in current situations, past experiences, and connect with our emotions. My therapeutic approach is grounded in forming a strong connection with my clients to help create a safe space in which you feel heard. My hope is to support you through your life transitions, and be part of your journey.

Accepting new clients . Are you feeling overwhelmed ? I offer non-judgemental, down to earth sessions where you can come to be heard, to talk about what's really happening for you, to work on realistic goals, helpful tools and solutions. I have experienced a great deal of grief, trauma and anxiety in my own life. I know how hard it is to try be strong all the time and to try to do it all alone. Reaching out for support is brave.

Therapy should be about achieving lasting change that improves your quality of life. I work with individuals and couples. You may be looking for a therapist to talk to, but more importantly, you are looking for someone who can help you achieve change. Whether you are experiencing relationship issues, emotional burnout, anxiety, depression, or life challenges, the way forward is through change. My approach is empathetic while being goal-oriented. I won't sugar-coat it but I will support you to help you achieve your goals. I aim to go beyond talk therapy by implementing interventions that address what is holding you back.

Do you have the sense that there is underlying pain that is preventing you from fully enjoying your life? Often, our unhelpful patterns originally evolved as strategies to meet needs, and to protect ourselves against overwhelming distress. My work aims to help you more effectively meet the needs behind these old, perhaps outdated strategies. Some of the issues that clients come to me for help with are: personal growth and alignment with life purpose; emotional regulation; emotional intimacy; anxiety and panic attacks; self-worth; and grief and loss (personal and collective).

Hilda Nanning provides specialized therapy for individuals experiencing crisis, trauma, discord or conflict in regards to self or in relation to others. Some of the relationships Hilda's clients bring into the therapeutic sessions may involve intimate or family relations. Some of the problems she is skilled to work with include: relational discord, issues relating to separation/divorce, trauma, grief/loss, health, aging, employment/career, sexuality, identity, fleeing sociopathy/ violence and abuse, substance misuse, eating/not-eating , challenging transitions and emotional pain such as: worries and fears, depression, regret, shame, eroded confidence/self-esteem and anxiety, feeling stuck or isolated.

Hi, I am Andressa Taverna. Being a trauma survivor has moulded me and impacted my life in many obvious and also many mysterious ways. Numbing out and dissociating has helped me bear the trauma, but burying it deep and pretending it didn’t exist never really worked. It was only when I started looking at it and inviting my demons to come forward, to speak up, to scream out their rage, that what I saw behind it was pain. Eventually, I saw that they were not demons after all, but my inner child.

I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with youth, adults, couples and families addressing a variety of personal issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, disordered eating, grief and loss, death and dying, parenting concerns and attachment issues, career and identity, life transitions, loneliness and isolation, communication, assertiveness, self-esteem, family conflict and relationship issues, domestic violence, trauma and abuse.

Counselling is a sensitive journey that encourages us to be vulnerable, open, and true to ourselves. I strive to create a safe space for clients to explore their challenges and self, and bring compassion, non-judgement, warmth and genuine care into the therapy room. I'm dedicated to supporting clients with practical coping strategies and tools to navigating low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other emotional and mental health challenges. With collaboration, I tailor each session to your unique needs and goals, recognizing that no two journeys are the same.

Do you feel overwhelmed by societal pressures to sit down, shut up, or stay put, questioning if life could embrace your truest form? I’m Clayre, Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Art Therapist. I'm a disabled trans femme who's deeply familiar with the challenges faced by queer, trans, nonbinary, and disabled individuals. Using an eclectic mix of evidence-based practices that align with your specific goals for therapy, my approach is suited for those feeling anxious, depressed, or downright hopeless about reclaiming their sense of self. Let's explore working together as we imagine your path toward growth, healing, and change.

At Allura, we know and understand that sexuality is one of the most fun but complicated parts of humanity, while also one of the hardest to find a safe and non-judgmental space to speak openly about. Do you feel overwhelmed when you think about your sexuality, sex life, or relationship? Do you wish for more connection and excitement with your partner? Do you sometimes feel stress or anxiety fill your life? We can help with that. Our clients are professionals, parents, sometimes monogamous and sometimes polyamorous, LGBTQ+ - but they all share one thing in common: they are struggling with their sexuality in some way.

Life is an absolutely bonkers, breathtaking, soul wrenching and exquisite journey and we’re all in it together. I wholeheartedly believe we are stronger than we think and capable of healing and living a fulfilled and balanced life. I am passionate about grief and loss, and all that may come with that: depression, anxiety, loss of perspective and purpose. My style is to approach things with curiosity, acceptance and a dash of humor.

As a Registered Clinical Counsellor since 2006, I have been providing supportive psychotherapy to a diverse group of individuals in variety of settings: post secondary, residential addiction treatment, public health care in community and hospital, as well as private practice. I have training and interest in several therapeutic modalities such as mindfulness-based and somatic approaches, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies, and emotion-focused therapies. My specialty is helping to heal the effects of traumatic events, developmental trauma, and attachment wounds. I bring competence, warmth, and lightness to the role.

It is my passion and privilege to assist clients navigate challenges faced in both the past and present. I specialize in the treatment of adults, teens and families struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, and stress management.