Moving Beyond Constant Overthinking, Worry, and Physical Panic
Anxiety has a way of hijacking your thoughts, your body, and your daily peace of mind. Whether it manifests as endless "what-if" worry spirals, relentless perfectionism, social apprehension, or sudden physical panic attacks, living in a constant state of hypervigilance is physically and mentally exhausting.
For high-achieving professionals, neurodivergent adults, and queer individuals in Vancouver, anxiety often hides behind a polished exterior. "High-functioning anxiety" might drive career success, but underneath, it relies on chronic over-preparation, fear of failure, people-pleasing, and a nervous system stuck in overdrive.
As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) in Vancouver, I provide an empathetic, evidence-based space where you can understand your body's alarm system, interrupt anxious thought loops, and step out of constant survival mode.
Key Challenges We Address in Anxiety & Panic Therapy
Anxiety isn't just "in your head;” it is a full-body nervous system reaction that impacts your focus, relationships, and sleep.
Core Areas We Support:
Generalized Anxiety & Chronic Worry: Taming intrusive thoughts, overthinking, catastrophizing, and difficulty turning off your brain at night.
Panic Attacks & Sudden Agitation: De-escalating terrifying physical symptoms such as racing heartbeat, shortness of breath, chest tightness, dizziness, and fear of losing control.
Social & Performance Anxiety: Navigating fear of judgment, meeting apprehension, workplace visibility, and imposter syndrome in high-demand settings.
ADHD & Neurodivergent Anxiety: Addressing anxiety that stems from executive dysfunction, time blindness, sensory overload, or years of workplace masking.
Health & Somatic Anxiety: Managing hyper-fixation on bodily sensations, tension headaches, digestive distress, and health-related panic loops.
Therapeutic Approaches to Anxiety & Panic
I integrate proven, evidence-based modalities tailored to help you soothe both your mind and your body:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Helps you identify, evaluate, and reframe unhelpful thought patterns, catastrophic predictions, and core anxiety beliefs.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT): Teaches mindfulness and psychological flexibility so you can make space for uncomfortable feelings without letting anxiety dictate your actions.
Somatic & Polyvagal Nervous System Regulation: Equips you with practical, body-based tools to soothe a hyperactive fight-or-flight response and ground yourself during panic.
Person-Centred & Exposure Principles: Offers a safe container to gradually face avoided situations at your own pace, building durable self-trust and confidence.
What to Expect in Our Sessions
Mapping Your Anxiety Loop: We identify your specific triggers, thought patterns, and physical symptoms to understand how anxiety operates in your daily life.
Immediate Somatic Toolkit: You learn real-time breathing, grounding, and nervous system regulation tools to manage panic spikes and bodily tension as they happen.
Reframing Cognitive Traps: We work together to unpack perfectionism, black-and-white thinking, and fear of failure, building a calmer internal narrative.
Long-Term Resilience: You build sustainable habits and boundaries that protect your mental health, allowing you to live with clarity, presence, and confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is anxiety and panic therapy covered by extended health insurance in BC?
Yes! As a Registered Clinical Counsellor (#16005), my services are covered under most extended healthcare plans in British Columbia. Following each session, an itemized receipt with my RCC registration number will be issued for easy insurance reimbursement.
How do I know if I have "regular stress" or an anxiety disorder?
While stress is typically a temporary reaction to an external pressure (like a project deadline), anxiety persists even when the stressor is gone. If worry, physical tension, or fear of panic attacks is interfering with your sleep, concentration, relationships, or daily comfort, professional counselling can make a significant difference.
Do you offer secure virtual video sessions across BC?
Yes. I provide secure, encrypted video counselling via Zoom for clients located in Vancouver, Victoria, Kelowna, and throughout British Columbia.
Ready to Reclaim Your Peace of Mind?
You don't have to carry the heavy weight of constant worry or panic alone. Take the first step toward a grounded, calm nervous system today.
Session Fee: $170 per 50-minute individual session
Format: In-person (Vancouver); and Online Video Counselling across BC
