Anxiety Therapists in Victoria, BC
I have healed from grief, trauma and addiction and have found my way through anxiety and depression.
Clients deserve to feel safe and have their emotional pain fully understood. I am adept at being able to resonate with my clients and help them feel seen. We all have such an important need to be validated.
I have healed from grief, trauma and addiction and have found my way through anxiety and depression.
Clients deserve to feel safe and have their emotional pain fully understood. I am adept at being able to resonate with my clients and help them feel seen. We all have such an important need to be validated.
I often work with symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief and trauma.
I work with a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, including mindfulness, somatic, gestalt, existentialism, shadow work and the unconscious, nature-based therapy and spiritual perspectives. I encourage clients to lean into art, movement, writing, inquiry and dreamwork as pathways into creativity and connection to deeper Self. (More info on website.)
I often work with symptoms of depression, anxiety, grief and trauma.
I work with a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, including mindfulness, somatic, gestalt, existentialism, shadow work and the unconscious, nature-based therapy and spiritual perspectives. I encourage clients to lean into art, movement, writing, inquiry and dreamwork as pathways into creativity and connection to deeper Self. (More info on website.)
Many of the clients I work with struggle with anxiety and a brain that won't shut off.
Anxiety looks different for everybody but the treatment is the same with some adjustments made to tailor to your specific needs. Together, we will sort out where the anxiety is coming from, what is maintaining it and how to work with it so you can feel the way you would like to feel. With me, you can gain some understanding and begin to heal.
Many of the clients I work with struggle with anxiety and a brain that won't shut off.
Anxiety looks different for everybody but the treatment is the same with some adjustments made to tailor to your specific needs. Together, we will sort out where the anxiety is coming from, what is maintaining it and how to work with it so you can feel the way you would like to feel. With me, you can gain some understanding and begin to heal.
Feelings such as grief, shame, anxiety, sadness, and anger often signal that something needs to change.
My goal is to tap into your strengths and provide a space where all aspects of your self feel welcome. I’ll meet you where you are with a grounded approach adapted to your needs. Together, and hopefully with a few laughs, we’ll take on what’s troubling you; I believe shared humor and a sense of relating are crucial for effective therapy.
Feelings such as grief, shame, anxiety, sadness, and anger often signal that something needs to change.
My goal is to tap into your strengths and provide a space where all aspects of your self feel welcome. I’ll meet you where you are with a grounded approach adapted to your needs. Together, and hopefully with a few laughs, we’ll take on what’s troubling you; I believe shared humor and a sense of relating are crucial for effective therapy.
I specialize in helping clients with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and self-esteem.
Client comments: "She has an amazing way of getting to the root of my issues, and it is an incredible experience to see and feel everything unfolding..." "Because I went to Triana, I'm now able to efficiently control my anxiety and am in the healthiest relationship of my life!"
I specialize in helping clients with depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and self-esteem.
Client comments: "She has an amazing way of getting to the root of my issues, and it is an incredible experience to see and feel everything unfolding..." "Because I went to Triana, I'm now able to efficiently control my anxiety and am in the healthiest relationship of my life!"
For over 20 years I have worked to help people to manage and transform anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, loss and grief, change and transitions, relationships and divorce, self-esteem, sleep problems, and stress management.
I am a Registered Social Worker with the British Columbia College of Social Workers (10977), an EMDR and Integrative Voicework Therapist, and a Certified NeurOptimal Neurofeedback Trainer. I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honors) degree from the University of Alberta and my Master of Social Work degree from the University of British Columbia
For over 20 years I have worked to help people to manage and transform anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, loss and grief, change and transitions, relationships and divorce, self-esteem, sleep problems, and stress management.
I am a Registered Social Worker with the British Columbia College of Social Workers (10977), an EMDR and Integrative Voicework Therapist, and a Certified NeurOptimal Neurofeedback Trainer. I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (Honors) degree from the University of Alberta and my Master of Social Work degree from the University of British Columbia
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to navigate current challenges in your life? I work with you to create a safe and comfortable environment based on your unique needs. We will explore your hopes and goals for the counselling process. Together we will uncover what barriers are in your way, come up with new possibilities, and help you gain a fresh perspective. My approach is holistic, grounded in the somatic, attachment- focused approaches. I believe that we are all "whole" with the innate capacity to heal ourselves with gentle, caring guidance.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to navigate current challenges in your life? I work with you to create a safe and comfortable environment based on your unique needs. We will explore your hopes and goals for the counselling process. Together we will uncover what barriers are in your way, come up with new possibilities, and help you gain a fresh perspective. My approach is holistic, grounded in the somatic, attachment- focused approaches. I believe that we are all "whole" with the innate capacity to heal ourselves with gentle, caring guidance.
Many of the people that I work with are dealing with major depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and overall frustration with the current state of society and the environment.
My practice philosophy is that each person has a natural, infinite inner strength that transforms their pain & supports their physical, mental & spiritual health. Negative life events cause this power to become blocked which leads to dissatisfaction & dis-ease. I support clients to re-connect with this strength.
Many of the people that I work with are dealing with major depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and overall frustration with the current state of society and the environment.
My practice philosophy is that each person has a natural, infinite inner strength that transforms their pain & supports their physical, mental & spiritual health. Negative life events cause this power to become blocked which leads to dissatisfaction & dis-ease. I support clients to re-connect with this strength.
I am experienced and skilled at helping clients deal with grief and loss, life transitions, anxiety and depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
When couselling clients I use an integrative approach including client-centered, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focussed Therapy, and mindfulness. I also have training in Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing (EMDR) which is effective in the treatment of trauma and PTSD.
I am experienced and skilled at helping clients deal with grief and loss, life transitions, anxiety and depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
When couselling clients I use an integrative approach including client-centered, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focussed Therapy, and mindfulness. I also have training in Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing (EMDR) which is effective in the treatment of trauma and PTSD.
You're not alone: Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to move forward.
I work from a collaborative, solution-focused approach. Drawing upon inspirations like Gabor Mate and Thich Nhat Hanh, much of my work utilizes mindfulness and empathetic, compassionate inquiry that offers insight, new perspective and ultimately healing.
You're not alone: Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how to move forward.
I work from a collaborative, solution-focused approach. Drawing upon inspirations like Gabor Mate and Thich Nhat Hanh, much of my work utilizes mindfulness and empathetic, compassionate inquiry that offers insight, new perspective and ultimately healing.
I am an EMDR specialist working with PTSD, Childhood Trauma, Anxiety, Emotional Eating, Self-Esteem, Anger, Depression, Toxic Shame, Wounded Emotional Boundaries, Childhood Sexual Abuse and Dissociation.
I specialize in EMDR, to help you move past trauma and pain. I work with CBT and other therapies to help you discover your internalized negative beliefs and help you create more adaptive positive beliefs and habits for yourself. I help you resolve any issues you may be facing, and I make sure you get the coping tools you need to move forward with your life.
I am an EMDR specialist working with PTSD, Childhood Trauma, Anxiety, Emotional Eating, Self-Esteem, Anger, Depression, Toxic Shame, Wounded Emotional Boundaries, Childhood Sexual Abuse and Dissociation.
I specialize in EMDR, to help you move past trauma and pain. I work with CBT and other therapies to help you discover your internalized negative beliefs and help you create more adaptive positive beliefs and habits for yourself. I help you resolve any issues you may be facing, and I make sure you get the coping tools you need to move forward with your life.
Rainstorm Counselling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
2 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V8N
You desperately want to get control over your own anxiety, in order to help someone else with theirs.
Parenting (or caregiving) is one of the most important jobs you've taken on. But the person you're caring for is going through some tough stuff, and the two of you aren't getting along. You're beating yourself up, because you keep screwing up your job, when all you want to do is help. You might even be coping with your own issues, in addition to helping them with theirs. You're scared of the future, and sometimes angry at the person you are caring for. You're lonely and even burnt out, because others don't understand.
You desperately want to get control over your own anxiety, in order to help someone else with theirs.
Parenting (or caregiving) is one of the most important jobs you've taken on. But the person you're caring for is going through some tough stuff, and the two of you aren't getting along. You're beating yourself up, because you keep screwing up your job, when all you want to do is help. You might even be coping with your own issues, in addition to helping them with theirs. You're scared of the future, and sometimes angry at the person you are caring for. You're lonely and even burnt out, because others don't understand.
I understand how overwhelming and isolating these experiences can be, especially when they leave us feeling lonely, fatigued, self-critical, anxious, hopeless, panicked or consumed by obsessive thoughts.
I specialize in supporting individuals—youth and adults—with OCD and anxiety, offering a compassionate, evidence-based approach to navigate the complexities of mental health. Whether you’re struggling with intrusive thoughts, overwhelming worry, or feelings of isolation, I’m here to help you gain clarity and regain flexibility.
I understand how overwhelming and isolating these experiences can be, especially when they leave us feeling lonely, fatigued, self-critical, anxious, hopeless, panicked or consumed by obsessive thoughts.
I specialize in supporting individuals—youth and adults—with OCD and anxiety, offering a compassionate, evidence-based approach to navigate the complexities of mental health. Whether you’re struggling with intrusive thoughts, overwhelming worry, or feelings of isolation, I’m here to help you gain clarity and regain flexibility.
Not addressing the overwhelm can lead to burnout, lack of focus, anxiety and depression.
At Counselling the Maui Way we offer animal-assisted therapy in nature. We start with relationship building. We connect in nature and provide non-judgmental empathy and will help you to establish a mind/body connection. We offer a safe, inclusive and holistic experience so that you can begin to heal and learn practical life skills in order to self-regulate.
Not addressing the overwhelm can lead to burnout, lack of focus, anxiety and depression.
At Counselling the Maui Way we offer animal-assisted therapy in nature. We start with relationship building. We connect in nature and provide non-judgmental empathy and will help you to establish a mind/body connection. We offer a safe, inclusive and holistic experience so that you can begin to heal and learn practical life skills in order to self-regulate.
Whether you're battling anxiety, carrying burdens from past traumas, or struggling to find real connection in relationships, these challenges can feel isolating and overwhelming.
I specialize in compassionately guiding you through anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and meaningful personal growth. My integrative approach blends proven evidence-based therapies with transformative experiential techniques, empowering you to create profound, lasting emotional growth.
Whether you're battling anxiety, carrying burdens from past traumas, or struggling to find real connection in relationships, these challenges can feel isolating and overwhelming.
I specialize in compassionately guiding you through anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and meaningful personal growth. My integrative approach blends proven evidence-based therapies with transformative experiential techniques, empowering you to create profound, lasting emotional growth.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or any challenging life circumstances, exploration into the underlying sources as well as present-focused tools to manage these difficulties can help on the path to healing and greater vitality.
I focus on insight through helping you deepen your own understanding and recognition of patterns and beliefs that may be holding you back, and finding new ways forward. This may look like an exploration of early life experiences, examining core beliefs and cognitive frameworks, somatic work, inner child work, exploring emotions, and narrative restructuring.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or any challenging life circumstances, exploration into the underlying sources as well as present-focused tools to manage these difficulties can help on the path to healing and greater vitality.
I focus on insight through helping you deepen your own understanding and recognition of patterns and beliefs that may be holding you back, and finding new ways forward. This may look like an exploration of early life experiences, examining core beliefs and cognitive frameworks, somatic work, inner child work, exploring emotions, and narrative restructuring.
I can help with low mood, mood swings, anxiety and panic, anger, PTSD, self-harming behaviours, suicidal ideation, addictions, shame, early developmental attachment trauma, stress, balance, and life transitions.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, with over 20 years of experience working with youth and adults at Island Health, with non-profit community counselling organizations, and in private practice. My approach to counselling is compassionate, strength-based, and authentic.
I can help with low mood, mood swings, anxiety and panic, anger, PTSD, self-harming behaviours, suicidal ideation, addictions, shame, early developmental attachment trauma, stress, balance, and life transitions.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, with over 20 years of experience working with youth and adults at Island Health, with non-profit community counselling organizations, and in private practice. My approach to counselling is compassionate, strength-based, and authentic.
You may be facing loneliness, anxiety, shame, guilt, or depression.
As a queer man, I passionately support folx in exploring the tender, vulnerable parts of themselves and their relationships while sitting with life’s uncertainties. Through this, I aim to provide a sense of reignited zest, connection, pride, and authenticity. I focus on topics such as sexuality, gender, identity, life transitions, grief and relationships.
You may be facing loneliness, anxiety, shame, guilt, or depression.
As a queer man, I passionately support folx in exploring the tender, vulnerable parts of themselves and their relationships while sitting with life’s uncertainties. Through this, I aim to provide a sense of reignited zest, connection, pride, and authenticity. I focus on topics such as sexuality, gender, identity, life transitions, grief and relationships.
I enjoy celebrating and working with individuals with gender, ability, and cultural diversity, along with children with twice exceptional designations (2E), anxiety, specific phobias, giftedness, autism spectrum and ADHD designations.
I have a Master’s of Counselling Psychology and a Master of Environmental Management. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. I am passionate about working with children, youth and families, supporting them through their life pathways. My work builds on a lifetime committed to service, and working with non-profits, regional and provincial government in emergency management, conservation and environmental policy. I currently work as a clinician with individuals with eating disorders. My goal is to create a positive therapeutic environment where you feel safe, supported, and heard.
I enjoy celebrating and working with individuals with gender, ability, and cultural diversity, along with children with twice exceptional designations (2E), anxiety, specific phobias, giftedness, autism spectrum and ADHD designations.
I have a Master’s of Counselling Psychology and a Master of Environmental Management. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. I am passionate about working with children, youth and families, supporting them through their life pathways. My work builds on a lifetime committed to service, and working with non-profits, regional and provincial government in emergency management, conservation and environmental policy. I currently work as a clinician with individuals with eating disorders. My goal is to create a positive therapeutic environment where you feel safe, supported, and heard.
You may be navigating grief, anxiety, anger, fear, trauma, relational concerns, transitions, self-worth or feeling overwhelmed.
I have a holistic, collaborative approach to counselling. My education, vocational background, and life experience intersect with a person-centered and trauma-informed approach. I hold values of trust, compassion and acceptance, and will integrate various therapeutic perspectives to meet your concerns, explore coping strategies, and find meaningful change.
You may be navigating grief, anxiety, anger, fear, trauma, relational concerns, transitions, self-worth or feeling overwhelmed.
I have a holistic, collaborative approach to counselling. My education, vocational background, and life experience intersect with a person-centered and trauma-informed approach. I hold values of trust, compassion and acceptance, and will integrate various therapeutic perspectives to meet your concerns, explore coping strategies, and find meaningful change.
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What are the most common treatments 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.
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.
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.