Anxiety Therapists in Fort Severn, ON
I focus on helping people deal with intrusive thoughts related to many issues, like Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), PTSD, and anxiety.
My career as a therapist started as a career in theatre and film due to my love of narrative and storytelling. Over time, I became more interested in how the stories we believe about ourselves shape how we live our lives. I use scientifically supported treatments like CBT to explore these stories and see how helpful or not they are. Of course, we often already know that something isn't working, but it can be hard to believe anything different. To that end, our sessions usually include seeking out new experiences to develop new perspectives. My clients tell me they're surprised by how much more they can do than they first thought.
I focus on helping people deal with intrusive thoughts related to many issues, like Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), PTSD, and anxiety.
My career as a therapist started as a career in theatre and film due to my love of narrative and storytelling. Over time, I became more interested in how the stories we believe about ourselves shape how we live our lives. I use scientifically supported treatments like CBT to explore these stories and see how helpful or not they are. Of course, we often already know that something isn't working, but it can be hard to believe anything different. To that end, our sessions usually include seeking out new experiences to develop new perspectives. My clients tell me they're surprised by how much more they can do than they first thought.
Whether you are feeling that way because of anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, bullying or parenting challenges, I am here to help.
Using a trauma-informed, strengths based and client centred approach, we will work to address what is happening in your life and how you can make the changes you feel are necessary. Every client comes to therapy as the expert of their own experiences, my role is to provide insight and a non-judgemental and supportive space for you to grow and succeed.
Whether you are feeling that way because of anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, bullying or parenting challenges, I am here to help.
Using a trauma-informed, strengths based and client centred approach, we will work to address what is happening in your life and how you can make the changes you feel are necessary. Every client comes to therapy as the expert of their own experiences, my role is to provide insight and a non-judgemental and supportive space for you to grow and succeed.
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Hilary is a highly skilled therapist who has been supporting individuals, couples and families in Kenora and surrounding areas for over 15 years. Registered provider with Indigenous Services, and many insurance companies. Whether the concerns stem from communication, stress, grief, trauma, mental health, or addiction, Hilary uses a variety of counselling techniques to help create the changes you are seeking. In person, secure video or phone sessions are available. Support is just a click away - https://www.outofthewoodscounselling.com/
Hilary is a highly skilled therapist who has been supporting individuals, couples and families in Kenora and surrounding areas for over 15 years. Registered provider with Indigenous Services, and many insurance companies. Whether the concerns stem from communication, stress, grief, trauma, mental health, or addiction, Hilary uses a variety of counselling techniques to help create the changes you are seeking. In person, secure video or phone sessions are available. Support is just a click away - https://www.outofthewoodscounselling.com/
Alex Morrison Holiday
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Together we can work through big or small life transitions, anxiety, navigating relationships, creating boundaries, self-compassion, grief and loss, high expectations (from yourself or others), depression, and traumatic experiences.
I emphasize sharing your story at your own pace through a strengths-based, client-centred, trauma and culturally informed lens while using valuable tools and skills of solution-focused, narrative, cognitive behavioural therapy, and other relevant approaches.
Together we can work through big or small life transitions, anxiety, navigating relationships, creating boundaries, self-compassion, grief and loss, high expectations (from yourself or others), depression, and traumatic experiences.
I emphasize sharing your story at your own pace through a strengths-based, client-centred, trauma and culturally informed lens while using valuable tools and skills of solution-focused, narrative, cognitive behavioural therapy, and other relevant approaches.
Anxiety Counsellors
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.