Anxiety therapists in Elliot Lake, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Anxiety or Fears
Adrienne Sharma-Richardson PhD MEd RP OCT
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Gestalt Psychotherapist Somatic Experiencing Practitioner Gottman Trained Couples Therapist
"The Gestalt perspective is inherently relational.
Anxiety symptoms experienced in the body are understood as individual expressions of relational suffering (Roubal, Gecele, & Francesetti, 2013) when the individual’s process of contacting with other people lacks spontaneity and fluidity.
In such cases, the style of interpersonal contact is rigidly distorted by fixed relational patterns, and needs are not being met within relationships.
Relating to others and oneself according to a need to “do the right thing” could be one example of such distortions, narrowing the possibilities of experience and of creative adjustment (Robine, 2013).
The flow of figure/ground formation becomes disrupted, because the person fears taking risks to find creative ways
toward mutually satisfactory contact.
While the arousal is present, the organism is inhibited or even paralyzed.
In therapy, support is needed to transform anxiety into fluid and creative excitement.
The support comes from the therapeutic relationship, in which the needs of the client are recognized and validated.
In the safe therapeutic situation, the client’s inhibition is reduced and the arousal of her/his organism can be directed towards an expression of relationally felt needs.
A client's experience could then be:
“With the therapist I can risk being my way without judging it as right or wrong”.
The paralyzing anxiety is transformed into an excitement of discovering new creative ways of contact.
The client experiments with them first in the safe psychotherapeutic relationship and later also with other people
(Herrera, Mstibovskyi, Roubal & Brownell, 2018)."
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11 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Arzu Ferguson
Psychologist, M.Sc., RP, C. Psych.
Anxiety and fears can be debilitating and overwhelming. Oftentimes, anxiety manifests itself through both psychological and physiological symptoms (ie. negative thoughts, self-doubt, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, etc.). Using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and exposure therapy, together we will create a unique therapy plan to overcome and manage your anxiety and fears. For further information, please feel free to contact me and receive a prompt reply.
27 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Lotus Pathways Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Anxiety and fear may stop you from doing the things you would like to do. We will try to understand the roots and different aspects of the anxiety/fear and work towards a resolution.
3 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Shasha Weir
Counsellor/Therapist, RSSW
Anxiety and fear are normal responses to stress, they can become problematic when they start to interfere with your ability to lead a fulfilling life. We can work together to develop coping strategies that help them manage anxiety and fear. These strategies can include deep breathing exercises, mindfulness techniques, and exposure therapy.
Through therapy, you can learn to recognize the patterns of anxious and fearful thinking, challenge negative thoughts, and cultivate a sense of calm and relaxation. By building resilience and developing new coping skills, you can start to feel more confident and in control of your life.
If you are struggling with anxiety or fear, know that you are not alone. Seeking support from a therapist can be an important step towards finding relief and learning to thrive despite these challenging emotions.
8 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
The Cognitive Corner
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, R. Prov. Psych., CCC
Our therapists have a background in multiple different approaches to support those dealing with anxiety. All of the therapists at our clinic specialize in Anxiety.
6 Years Experience