Therapists in P4N
Alec Toller
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPsy
Verified Verified
Timmins, ON P4N (Online Only)
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.
Michael Fournier
Pre-Licensed Professional, RPQ
Verified Verified
Timmins, ON P4N (Online Only)
None of us were born with an instruction manual on how to be human, and it is only natural to feel lost sometimes. Perhaps you are experiencing trouble in relationships, a loss of joy in life, feelings of anxiety, depression or struggling to find solutions to problems. Whatever it may be, I am here for you.
None of us were born with an instruction manual on how to be human, and it is only natural to feel lost sometimes. Perhaps you are experiencing trouble in relationships, a loss of joy in life, feelings of anxiety, depression or struggling to find solutions to problems. Whatever it may be, I am here for you.
Jeffrey Baldock
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Timmins, ON P4N
The person who calls needs the necessary steps and advocacy to advance their position in their current circumstances. The approach I take focuses on identifying and optimizing the strengths of a person to achieve greater outcomes. Years in the field, together with a heartfelt concern for people genuinely equips me to take the necessary proactive stance to help my clients though the rough times and toward brighter days.
The person who calls needs the necessary steps and advocacy to advance their position in their current circumstances. The approach I take focuses on identifying and optimizing the strengths of a person to achieve greater outcomes. Years in the field, together with a heartfelt concern for people genuinely equips me to take the necessary proactive stance to help my clients though the rough times and toward brighter days.
Kevin Landry
Registered Psychotherapist, Ma (c), RP (Q)
Verified Verified
Timmins, ON P4N
I work with ADHD couples and Individuals that have experienced any type of relationship trauma or disconnect in their relationship. I work to help these couples feel like they are in a different space where they can work on communication, connection and closeness. In addition, I use tools so that the couple build their own self-awareness to the negative cycle of conflict that transpires in the relationship. I also work on the aspect of ADHD and its impact on the couple. As these skills are brought forward, it can then lead to deeper subconscious emotions coming to the surface.
I work with ADHD couples and Individuals that have experienced any type of relationship trauma or disconnect in their relationship. I work to help these couples feel like they are in a different space where they can work on communication, connection and closeness. In addition, I use tools so that the couple build their own self-awareness to the negative cycle of conflict that transpires in the relationship. I also work on the aspect of ADHD and its impact on the couple. As these skills are brought forward, it can then lead to deeper subconscious emotions coming to the surface.
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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 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.