At Inner Sojourn, I specialize in helping individuals manage anxiety and fears that can be overwhelming. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your anxiety and identify triggers while developing effective coping strategies. Using a blend of therapeutic approaches, including mindfulness and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I provide a safe space for you to regain control and confidence. Let’s work together to help you reclaim joy in your life.
The part of you that feels anxious has a great intention - it wants to keep you safe. That means we don't have to hate that part of ourselves. However, we also don't have to let it drive the bus of life.
Anxiety is an emotion characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure, pounding heart,sweating, headaches, stomach upset,dizziness, and/or shortness of breath. People with anxiety disorders usually have recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They may avoid certain situations out of worry.
Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment approach for a range of mental and emotional health issues, including anxiety and depression. CBT aims to help you identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and to learn practical self-help strategies
Anxiety makes our world very small. I will help you broaden your ‘comfort zone’ by teaching you skills for managing anxiety at a pace that feels right for you. I've struggled with anxiety in my own life and truly empathize with the toll it takes on self-esteem and quality of life.
Panic attacks and phobias of any kind inhibit our quality of life. Often our very breath can be the tool to bring us the calm we need in tense situations. Additionally, coping skills and strategies to manage anxiety can help us to live each day with less fear and worry.
Are you struggling with anxiety, worrisome thoughts, or fears? You are not alone. I utilize a variety of therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR Therapy, among others, to equip you with coping strategies to effectively manage and ease your anxiety and fears.
Reach out by phone at 226-984-9398 to schedule an appointment or visit my website at www.maribelayala.com to learn more.
Anxiety, phobias and panic can reduce our productivity and enjoyment in life, as well as impact our relationships with others. Anxiety impacts both our physical and mental health. In therapy, you will be provided with skills and strategies to manage anxiety symptoms and reduce panic attacks. Self-care, self-love and acceptance, and mindfullness-based practice are provided through educational and therapeutic modalities such as dialectical behaviour therapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy.
Anxiety is one of the most common concerns I treat in my practice. I have extensive experience working with individuals who present with both mental and physical symptoms of anxiety, offering various tools and strategies to improve functioning, self-regulation, and ability to cope.
Anxiety and stress affect us all to varying degrees. There are numerous physical and emotional symptoms that are associated with anxiety and stress such as an increased heart rate, sweating, rumination and worry, to name a few. Anxiety can feel consuming and can keep us from engaging fully in our everyday life. Therapy can help you work with your feelings of anxiety and stress so that you feel empowered. Please contact me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we are a good fit.