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Anxiety Counselling in North Vancouver, BC

Anxiety is more than just feeling nervous sometimes. It can take over your daily life and make even simple tasks seem too difficult. Over time, anxiety can steal your happiness and leave you feeling trapped and helpless.

 

At Wellspring Counselling, we understand how anxiety can affect your life. If you deal with social anxiety, constant worry, panic attacks, or any other type of anxiety, our skilled therapists are here to help you.

If you’re seeking professional Anxiety Counselling in North Vancouver, we are here to help you overcome the barriers that anxiety creates. Our goal is to help you live with more peace and confidence. Start your journey toward a calmer future today.

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is a group of mental health conditions that cause ongoing feelings of fear, worry, and unease. It can be a normal stress response, but it becomes a problem when it occurs too often or is too intense, making it hard to carry out daily activities.

Common anxiety disorders include:

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
  • Panic Disorder
  • Social Anxiety Disorder
  • Phobias
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

If you are struggling with any of these conditions, you may experience a range of symptoms, such as:

  • Difficulty focusing or concentrating
  • Increased restlessness or irritability
  • Tension in muscles
  • Trouble sleeping, such as insomnia
  • Sweating excessively
  • Rapid heartbeat

Anxiety can show up with physical symptoms like dizziness, nausea, and shortness of breath. These symptoms can make you feel even more distressed. It is essential to recognize these signs and get help if they become too much to handle. There are effective treatments, such as therapy and lifestyle changes, that can help you manage anxiety and improve your well-being.

Anxiety Counselling in Vancouver
Anxiety Counselling in North Vancouver

The Many Faces of Anxiety

Anxiety can show up in different ways, and it affects each person uniquely. Here’s how anxiety might appear in your life:

  • Social Anxiety: Many people fear being judged in social situations. This fear can lead them to avoid interacting with others, making them feel isolated, lonely, and emotionally upset.
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): If you often worry about everyday situations without an apparent reason, you might have Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). This ongoing anxiety can cause physical symptoms like tiredness, muscle tightness, and restlessness, making it hard to relax or concentrate on tasks.
  • Panic Attacks: Panic attacks happen suddenly and bring intense fear or terror. They often cause physical symptoms like a racing heart, trouble breathing, dizziness, and a strong feeling that something terrible is about to happen. Worrying about having another panic attack can make you feel anxious all the time.
  • Phobias: Phobias are intense fears of particular objects or situations, like heights, spiders, or tight spaces. These fears can cause a lot of anxiety and may lead people to avoid the things they fear.

Noticing signs of anxiety in your life is the first step to understanding and managing it. Proper support and treatment can help you control your symptoms and take charge of your life.

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Why Choose Wellspring for Anxiety Treatment?

  • Expert Therapists Dedicated to Anxiety Relief: Our team of skilled therapists is dedicated to providing treatments for anxiety based on solid research. We understand how your thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations are connected and how they contribute to anxiety. Together, we will work on these areas to help improve your well-being.
  • Personalized Treatment Plans for Lasting Change: We believe in the power of personalized care. Our therapists work with you to create a treatment plan that fits your needs. We know that anxiety affects everyone differently, so we focus on how your mental, emotional, and physical experiences are connected. With our effective methods, we will help you manage anxiety better.
  • Identifying and Addressing Root Causes: We don’t just help relieve your symptoms; we look for the leading causes of your anxiety. We aim to help you deal with these root issues to find real, lasting relief. By focusing on what’s underneath, we strive to create meaningful change in your life, not just temporary fixes.
  • Practical Tools for Everyday Resilience: Learn how to manage anxious thoughts, reduce physical symptoms, and build confidence to face challenges. The skills you gain in therapy will help you handle life’s obstacles with more strength and a calmer mindset.

The Path to Healing: Our Approach

  • Understanding Your Anxiety: We start by exploring triggers, the mind-body connection, and how your past experiences may be shaping your present anxieties.
  • Changing Thought Patterns: CBT helps you identify and challenge the negative thoughts that fuel anxiety, replacing them with more balanced perspectives.
  • Healing with EMDR: EMDR therapy can be transformative for anxiety by processing past traumas or distressing experiences that may be unconsciously driving your fears.
  • Mindfulness & Self-Soothing: Learn techniques to ground yourself in the present moment, reducing reactivity and fostering greater calm.

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Clients Say

Testimonials

Mr. Gordon is someone that captures the spirit and the heart of active engagement. He is empathic, genuine and incorporates action and creative problem solving into his practice. I have no hesitation in recommending Mr. Gordon as an effective career and personal counsellor.

NA

I had no experience with therapy and was unsure of the whole process. Alistair made everything very accessible and unintimidating. It was clear that he puts quite a lot of effort and preparation into every session. I'm so glad that I decided to do this, and could not have asked for a better person to help me with this. I would highly recommend Alistair to anyone who has ever thought that they might benefit from talking to a professional.

EH

I am a young professional which for a long time now, has struggled with anxiety, insecurity, and difficulty in finding effective life coping mechanisms. Alistair was referred to me by a friend and upon the first meeting, I found Alistair to be empathetic, compassionate and intuitive. I have now been seeing Alistair regularly for 6 months and through that time my anxiety has significantly decreased, I have found effective methods of dealing with stress, found support dealing with identity issues, as well as finding inner strength to get through a tough break up. Alistair again and again, went the extra mile -thank you Alistair for your candor, openness and a safe space to get support. Thank you for playing such a large role in keeping me healthy and positive.

KL

I have been working with Alistair Gordon as my counsellor at Wellspring for almost 6 months now and cannot begin to tell you how far I have come with his help. I have tried working with other counsellors and therapists in the past but never really found one that clicked for me. I always felt judged, unsupported, and rushed at those appointments until I booked my first appointment with Wellspring and with Allistair. To anyone on the fence about booking an appointment or engaging in therapy: if you are willing to do the work, you couldn't ask for a better partner in your healing journey.

ER

When I decided to find a counsellor, I tried to find someone that I could relate to, someone that is like-minded and down-to-earth and with Alistair I really found the right person. He uses an integrative approach, showed me techniques to relax and get aware of my emotions, and helped me see things in a new perspective. Of course this is an ongoing process but I enjoy meeting and working with Alistair every time. The downtown office is a very neutral place - not too intimate, not too clinical - which is helpful to overcome apprehension, especially the first couple of times. What I find remarkable is that Alistair almost always knows what I'm trying to say, even if I can't put it into words. Working with Alistair helped me a lot and it was the right decision to put my trust in him.

MA

Alistair really cares about you the person, and I could really feel him trying to tackle my challenges. He was also very available for off-session contact via text and email. I think he did a great job with confronting me where I needed it. Alistair always could remember the important peoples' names in my personal life, which really helped with talking about my problems. I really felt like I was talking to a friend.

MS

Alistair is an awesome counsellor. He has been so helpful in working with me through some tough times in my life. He's always been available to chat with me in-between sessions. I'd recommend Alistair to anyone - he's really the ideal counsellor in my view.

JG

I enjoy how sessions are collaborative where I can take the lead for the direction of what we talk about, and at the same time I know that Alistair will offer helpful guidance and insight along the way. I also like how we focus on the future instead of just the past. I find this to be empowering and helpful to move forward in life.

RM

Alistair is an awesome counsellor. He has been so helpful in working with me through some tough times in my life. He's always been available to chat with me in-between sessions. I'd recommend Alistair to anyone - he's really the ideal counsellor in my view.

JG

I have always felt very comfortable with Alistair. He has a calming presence, and you can tell he cares about being the best counsellor for you. He helps you with all aspects of your concern, and is always able to help me find a solution to the problem I'm having.

SD

Alistair is an exceptionally talented counsellor and has always demonstrated strong ethics, great compassion, wisdom and respect for others. I highly recommend him as a counselling practitioner.

MB

Ready to Prioritize Your Wellbeing? Book Your First Session at Wellspring Counselling in North Vancouver Today!

Take the First Step Towards a Calmer, More Confident You

If you’re seeking a holistic approach to managing anxiety, Wellspring in North Vancouver is here to help. Our skilled and compassionate counsellors specialize in therapeutic techniques like Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). We aim to identify the root causes of your anxiety, soothe your nervous system, and change harmful thought patterns.

Take the first step toward feeling better. Contact us to schedule a consultation and begin your journey toward healing.

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