Stress, PTSD and Anxiety Therapists in Oak Bay, BC.

Anxiety can be experienced as feelings of stress, overwhelm, overly-cautious disposition, fatigue, headaches, “churning of the stomach”, and problems sleeping. In therapy, clients can expect to explore thoughts, feelings, and beliefs, learn new ways to respond and cope with stress, and increase self-awareness. At the outcome of therapy, individuals will develop clarity around personal needs and boundaries, feel more connected, and have greater control over self and life, experience increased joy and peace-of-mind, and improved functioning in work, social life, and relationships.

At Seasons Family Centre, we provide compassionate support for anxiety and stress across the lifespan, from young children to adults, including transitional moments such as pregnancy and parenthood. Understanding that these experiences are unique to each individual, we offer a variety of approaches to treatment and collaborate with our clients to determine the best path forward, ensuring they feel empowered as active agents in their own growth and well-being. Our culturally mindful approach prioritizes safety and trust, creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore, process, and develop strategies to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and resilience.

Stress & anxiety can feel awful. They can interfere with our ability to access joy, relate to others, and engage in life to the fullest. When there is no relief, depression, burnout & illness can ensue. Help is available though. Whether your are experiencing worry & rumination, intrusive thoughts & obsessive-compulsive behaviours, PTSD, anxious feelings & panic attacks, or a need to control self or others in order to feel safe, I can help you to reduce your symptoms while bringing awareness to the underlying causes. Depending on your needs, my approach to draws on Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), somatic techniques, and psychodynamic psychotherapy.