Anxiety Therapists in Sarnia, ON
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Lori Brush
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC
Verified
Verified
Thanks for visiting my page. As a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Canadian Counsellor for almost 20 years, I have had the privilege to meet people from all walks of life who have found themselves stuck in unhealthy thought patterns, habits and relationships (family; romantic partnerships; friendships). I can help you learn new ways to respond to your internal 'critic' and those repetitive negative thoughts; improve how you manage
anxiety
and stress; honor your grief journey; strengthen your relationships; learn to set healthy boundaries, and find peace in everyday living.
Carly McClughan
CYCP, BSW, RSW
Using a compassionate and trauma-informed approach, my focus is to support individuals of all ages as they navigate through various life challenges both past and present as well as goal setting for their future. I have experience in supporting individuals through
anxiety
, depression, substance use, negative views of self, relationship and family dysfunction, as well as survivors of sexual assault, gender based and domestic violence, and human trafficking.
Brenda Teasell
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I provide evidence and skill-based treatment approaches to help individuals deal with stress,
anxiety
, depression, emotion regulation difficulties, and trauma.
I have over 25 years of expertise working in the field of mental health and addiction. For 16 years I worked at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) as a therapist and education specialist. I understand that dealing with difficult emotions and making changes can feel overwhelming at times. My passion is to help individuals learn lifelong skills that will allow them to navigate challenging situations, better understand and strengthen their mental health, and increase their resiliency and ability to thrive in their daily life.
Lisa Wilson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am currently a Masters's level MA in Counselling Psychology student who is qualified to practice onsite under the clinical supervision of an approved site supervisor. I provide a non-judgmental, compassionate space where we can work as a team to navigate your concerns. I am here to listen, support you in discovering your mindset, and help you explore what is and isn’t working for you. If you are dealing with stress, life changes,
anxiety
, depression, or the pressures placed on you by others or yourself, I might be a good fit for you.
Lauren Hamilton
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Mindset matters. It plays an important role, influencing our emotions and behaviours. What messages are you sending yourself about your life? Your capabilities? In what ways is current stress or past trauma impacting your mental and physical health? You may be living with
anxiety
or depression. You may be feeling limited by low self-esteem or find yourself repeating patterns that don’t serve you anymore. You may be grieving a loss of relationship or stability in your life. Alternatively, maybe you want to make changes, but feel fearful to take a leap, or you’d like to set new goals with the help of a therapist in your corner.
Darryl Silvestri
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified
Verified
I work with couples, families, and individuals facing various mental health concerns to find solutions that fit within their path to healing. I bring a calm, understanding presence to my work to help clients feel seen and heard in their difficulty. My hopeful curiosity sheds light on new perspectives and possibilities for clients who feel stuck in their situation. I have experience treating clients with issues of depression,
anxiety
, grief and loss, infidelity, relational issues, parenting, blended-family issues, life transitions, career guidance, as well as other mental and relational health issues.
Miranda Clubb Nurse Psychotherapist
RN, BScN
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life’s transitions – they can be the most exciting and the hardest thing for individuals and families to go through. Starting a new job or school year, having a baby, losing a loved one, losing a pet, dealing with the daily pressures of society can all be overwhelming to manage on your own. Has a recent change in your life been causing increased
anxiety
, stress, fear or depression? Is your mood affecting your self esteem, relationships, or habits? Life is full of transitions yet few of us have truly learned all the tools available to ground ourselves and feel safe and secure as we navigate through them.
Health Counselling + Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, MSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
We can help you reduce unwanted reactions, tendencies and patterns and move toward living and feeling how you really want. We are a team of psychotherapists based in Peterborough and Sarnia, passionate about helping people heal from trauma and increase calm, health habits, stability and control. We understand the importance of having compassionate, private and positive support. We help with:
anxiety
, depression, trauma, boundaries, addiction, gender and sexuality exploration, self esteem, family building and fertility issues, health goals and complex medical concerns.
Elena Maystruk
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
Verified
Exploring resources and getting curious about our inner experiences with someone on our side can help us see with greater clarity what we want, need, and already have within. I may be a good fit if you are looking for support with life transitions,
anxiety
, depression, career guidance, burnout, improving mood, coping skills, living with grief, and understanding and processing emotions, EMDR, and Brainspotting—a brain-based therapy that leverages the supportive presence of a counsellor but doesn’t require a person to talk if they don't wish to do so.
Laura Williamson
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Laura has 20 years of experience working as a Social Worker. Her specialties include working with couples, children and families, as well as working with individuals struggling with addiction, trauma, grief and loss,
anxiety
, depression, and end of life issues.
Waitlist for new clients
Chenessa Solomon
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
CURRENT WAITLIST--Have you been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and anxious? Thinking you cannot carry on feeling this way? Do you feel at times embarrassed and ashamed, unable to talk to your friends and family because they do not understand you?
Anxiety
, depression, and substance use can be all consuming. I am here to help you carry the weight of your experiences and work alongside you, while you discover new tools to allow you to have the life you want. You are not alone, you are not a burden, and you can grow through this. Finding yourself on this page is one of many steps that you’re taking to reclaim your life. That takes courage.
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Chris Lindsay
Registered Social Worker, MEd, RSW
Verified
Verified
It's hard to manage day-to-day, when
anxiety
, trauma and/or depression fill your mind (and body) with stressful, negative thoughts and feelings. You've tried to make things better, and feel frustrated and disappointed with progress. You're stuck, but you still hope that -- with a bit of help -- you can achieve a better, more satisfying daily experience.
Not accepting new clients
Veronica Leybourne, MSW, Clinical Social Worker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Virtual (on-line) counselling will be my current mode of therapy. Peace and Balance versus
Anxiety
and Stress. My passion is helping people empower themselves to cope better in their lives.. in relationships, in self-confidence, in spirituality. Sometimes we need to talk about very personal things with an objective, compassionate, nonjudgmental listener. I have worked for over 25 years helping people find themselves and find their 'peace of mind.'
Maribel Ayala
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Immediate Appointments are Available. Are you experiencing
anxiety
, complex PTSD, PTSD symptoms, stress, sexual concerns or relationship issues and feeling overwhelmed? Going through a life transition or a recent loss? You are not alone. I am a Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR Certified Therapist, Brainspotting Therapist, and a Canadian Certified Counsellor. I work collaboratively with individuals and couples (including same-sex couples) supporting them to achieve personal insight, healing, and self-discovery. I offer brief and long term specialized psychotherapy using a client centered approach.
Angela Westgate
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I've experienced great success with clients when we've worked to understand the brain and body and why
anxiety
happens.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Everyone experiences stress; not everyone's experience of stress is the same. Thoughts swirl and you might find yourself unable to settle the thoughts enough to sleep. You might worry about your kids, your job, or your relationships. You might have trouble communicating what you need from your family and friends, and you might wonder why others seem to handle their
anxiety
better than you do. Stress and
anxiety
are powerful. They can stop you from going places, or enjoying a social function or attempting something big, or even getting out of the house at all. It's really common, and you're not alone.
Liam Barstead
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Bilingual therapist offering counselling in English and French. I see children, teens and adults, as well as their families. Individuals seek me out to help them work through concerns such as
anxiety
or depression symptoms; struggles with self-esteem; dealing with difficult family events; grief and loss; bullying and peer issues; help with managing emotions like anger, fear, or sadness; stress management; school struggles; and relationship strain with family or friends. I provide counselling in-person in London, ON and online to Ontario residents.
Dr. Fiona Meek
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
I work with children, teens, and adults, and I specialize in learning issues,
anxiety
, mood disorders, and PTSD.
Our early relationships and experiences play a significant role in shaping who we are, and how we perceive the world, which can sometimes result in problematic ways of thinking and dealing with emotions. Consequently, this can lead to emotional turmoil, unfulfillment and dissatisfaction in life, as well as challenges in relationships, work or school, and unhealthy ways of coping. I strive to guide my patients through exploring and processing their experiences so that they can learn better ways to manage, and ultimately feel more present and fulfilled in their lives.
Archways Centre for CBT
Psychologist, CPsych, SupPrac
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide psychological services to adults dealing with
anxiety
, depression, OCD and BFRBs.
My name is Dr. Darryl Quinlan and I am a psychologist in supervised practice. If you are hoping to overcome your difficulties and ultimately lead your best life, than I would like to help you achieve that
Alexandrea Carnevale
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Counselling is an
anxiety
-provoking experience, but my goal is to minimize discomfort by providing you with a safe, judgment-free space to express your thoughts and feelings.
I am a firm believer that we are the experts of our own lives and hold many of the solutions to issues that may be causing us distress. Unfortunately, when life becomes overwhelming, we don’t feel like experts at much of anything and even the simplest tasks can feel impossible. When this happens, having someone guide us through the fog can make all of the difference. My role is to work with you to gain insight and find those solutions from within, while providing you with support, coping strategies and humour to make this process more enjoyable.
SoulScape Services: Psychotherapy & Wellness Hub
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BaHo, RP
Verified
Verified
I know. It's a wild world we live in. There are so many things unknown and so many challenges from your past that might be surfacing. I am not going to say that I have a clue what you are going through, because I truly don't. But what I do know is that the practitioners at SoulScape Services offer services that have helped people shift through intense
anxiety
and pain and if you are reading this, chances are that you are looking for some relief and a place to call home. If you are looking to find meaning, purpose and feel well again, Soulscape is a community of practitioners that treat your wellness from a whole-person perspective.
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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 popular 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.