Anxiety therapists in Guelph, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Anxiety or Fears
Collaborative Care Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Workers and Psychotherapists
Anxiety is more than just an occasional worry; it's a persistent state that can seep into every aspect of life, from personal relationships to professional endeavors. At Collaborative Care Therapy, we understand the complex nature of anxiety and recognize that it manifests differently for everyone. Our approach to treating anxiety—whether it's generalized anxiety, social anxiety, specific phobias, or panic attacks—is integrative, relational, and trauma-informed.
In our therapy sessions, we adopt a compassionate and non-judgmental stance, focusing on understanding your unique experience of anxiety. We delve into the root causes, exploring past traumas, present stressors, and deep-seated fears. Our integrative approach combines various therapeutic techniques. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is utilized to challenge and reframe negative thought patterns, while mindfulness practices are integrated to promote a sense of calm and present-moment awareness. Emotion-focused therapy helps in addressing and regulating intense emotional experiences.
Being trauma-informed, we are acutely aware of how past experiences can shape and influence current anxiety. We create a safe, empathetic space for you to explore these aspects of your history, understanding how they contribute to your present state.
The goal at Collaborative Care Therapy is to go beyond mere symptom relief. We aim to equip you with enduring strategies to manage anxiety effectively. This involves working collaboratively to develop personalized coping mechanisms, enhance emotional resilience, and improve your overall sense of well-being. Our virtual therapy sessions offer you the flexibility and convenience of receiving support in your own space, making therapeutic help accessible and consistent.
Embark on your journey with Collaborative Care Therapy to break free from the constraints of anxiety and pave the way for a more relaxed, confident, and fulfilling life.
9 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Colleen Fava
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Reiki Practitioner, BA
Our bodies hold information that we need to listen to. Rather than try and eliminate the anxiety or fear, initially it is important to be with the anxiety and fear differently to uncover what you need to know. In turn, this will help to alleviate the anxiety or fear.
8 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Cynthia Sewell, Embrace Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CH CHyp
The constant uncertainty of these time has made the most calm of us a little anxious. If you are someone who already experiences anxiety, this past year has poked at all of your greatest fears. Anxiety is a normal response, but that doesn't mean that it has to run your life.
17 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Shane Smyth
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, OACCPP
I have had my own lived experience of anxiety and have found therapy very helpful so I work from a place of personal experience. I am trained and experienced in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy modalities such as Mindfulness integrated Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I am also trained in Emotion Focused Therapy for individuals and couples. I have had lots of success helping people learn skills to better cope with anxiety and fears.
17 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Janice Lyons
Registered Social Worker, Registered Social Service Worker, RSSW
Anxiety can be overwhelming and draining and take us away from living the life that we want. Together, we can discover what is preventing you from living this life.
9 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Delaney Hughes
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP (QUALIFYING)
During these challenging times, anyone living with fears and anxiety are likely facing increasing day to day triggers. I work on an underlying foundation of trust, honesty and compassion, and provide a supportive environment that facilitates growth and healing. I practice through a lens of lived experience with trauma and mental illness and support people to work through their fear and anxiety. I understand how dark and frightening the difficult times can be, but I also know that it is possible to emerge a stronger, more resilient person.
4 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Kelly O'Hearn, Space to Pause Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying), CYW
From a frame of compassion and understanding I support individuals in reducing patterns of overthinking and worry which may be creating difficulty in relationships, or in functioning day-to-day. At times, anxiety can feel debilitating and may feel as though it is stopping us from living the life we hope. Working alongside one another, we can explore ways to modify thought patterns, figure out what may be driving the anxiety, and what anxiety means to you and your life. With flexibility, understanding, and caring we can look to reduce anxiety symptoms while building and creating strategies that can minimize spinning thoughts and feelings of worry.
2 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Tanisha Hall
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist
Being anxious can really hold people back so I know how important it is to have the right approach to effectively treat anxiety. I use evidence based approaches that will help reduce the symptoms right from the start of our work together. I also know how important it is to have both the skills and tools as well as someone who gets it. With this in mind I aim to provide a safe, warm and engaging space to explore the roots of anxiety so long lasting change can occur.
3 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Tristan Price
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RMFT, RP
Through a combination of therapeutic techniques I support people understand the story attached to their fears and anxiety and gain increased ability to be with their fears with increased acceptance and ability to work through them.
13 Years Experience
Anxiety or Fears
Laird Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, RP
There are many different types of anxiety and it manifests a little differently for everyone. It can be an underlying sense of dread or a full on panic attack. It can show up as chronic worrying, insomnia, being distracted or preoccupied, irritability, inability to focus, and nervousness. Sometimes you do not even know what you are anxious about and sometimes it is clearly evident. However it shows up for you, it is very uncomfortable and impacts your ability to be present, perform well, and maybe even enjoy your life.
If anxiety has been affecting you, you might be ready to start talking about it. Are you worried about the future or feel that something bad is about to happen? Do you worry about what people think? Do you have trouble public speaking or being in crowds? Do you often think about a troubling incident from the past? Do you analyze conversations you just had with others? Do you get sweaty hands and a racing heart? Do you ever feel nervous for no reason? These are just a few of the ways that anxiety affects our thoughts and feelings.
Anxiety is a healthy human emotion and it is normal to feel anxious sometimes. However, if it persistent throughout the day and long-lasting, you might really be suffering from chronic anxiety. Coping with chronic anxiety might cause you to turn to things like emotional eating, alcohol, substances, shopping, or other activities to distract you from the discomfort of feeling anxious.
At Laird Counselling Services, we understand how exhausting and upsetting it can be to deal with anxiety. We have helped many people manage anxiety and feel better. Please reach out for a consultation to learn more about how we can help you.
6 Years Experience