Stress, PTSD and Anxiety Therapists in Beltline, Calgary, AB.

Stress is a normal, adaptive response to changes in our circumstances and/or environment. Stress can act as a motivator, however when it becomes chronic and overwhelming, it can negatively impact our relationships ourselves, family and friends, our work interests and hobbies, and increase our risk of the development of other psychological and physical health concerns such as anxiety and depression. I assist clients in resolving their anxiety by identifying and understanding symptoms, identifying triggers that increase symptoms, and developing practical day-to-day strategies that provide both short-and-long term relief.

Many therapists teach clients techniques to manage anxiety and panic in order to limit their impact on life, goals, relationships. I think these symptoms have a deep meaning, and they want to tell us something about ourselves. Maybe something we fail to see or feel, something important about who we are. That's why I work with my clients to understand these symptoms until we can look them in the face and get some critical insight from them. Stress is not only a physiological reaction. It usually comes from our desires and models of success. Stress has a SOCIAL dimension that cannot be neglected, as it is an essential part of how we conceive of joy, pain, failure and enjoyment.

Gerard has diverse experience as a psychologist and leader in social services, schools, university, workplaces, and his private practice. Using a theoretical foundation of social learning and cognitive-behavioural training, he is well-versed in various kinds of formal and informal assessment and solution-focussed approaches. He listens carefully to understand your needs and relies on his extensive experience to help you find solutions.

Anxiety and stress impact people in many areas of their life like work and relationships. People often report feeling tired and overwhelmed. When working with anxiety and stress, we can look at what triggers the symptoms and find helpful coping strategies tailored for your experience. I can also normalize your experiences because you're not alone!