Stress, PTSD and Anxiety Therapists in Sudbury, ON.

Who hasn't felt anxious or stressed in life?! Anxiety and stress often show up as racing thoughts, sleepless nights, tight chests, and a relentless inner critic. Whether you suffer from gereralized anxiety, social anxiety, panic or crushing self-doubt, my goal is to offer a calm, steady presence and practical tools grounded in CBT, ACT, and mindfulness to help you slow the spin, quiet the noise, and (literally) breathe again. As a psychologist—and as a person shaped by my own life’s pressures, stresses, and challenges —I can meet you with empathy, not judgment. Together, we’ll create space for clarity, courage, calm, and resilience. When our rational minds fail us... therapy saves the day!

Fear is a situational-based, positive emotion that prepares us for a sudden and unexpected external event. Since fear is such a common emotion, its presence can often go from being connected to a specific experience (a baby crying, a car horn blowing) to something omnipresent and an overwhelming sense of anxiousness. Anxiety can cause us to feel shame, guilt, and worry because we do not believe we can stand up to the concerns that have brought it into our lives. Psychotherapy is a safe place to explore the causes of shame, guilt, worry, and anxiety. If you are ready to unpack your worry bag, I am here to help! Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if we are a good fit.

Stress and anxiety is a part of everyone's day to day lives. However, when it becomes difficult to function due to loss of sleep, change in appetite, panic attacks, upset stomach, aches & pains, etc. therapy can be most beneficial. I use various relaxation techniques, deep breathing, mindfulness meditation, as well as talk therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques (addressing self defeating automatic thinking patterns which effect our mood and behavior). I can teach you how to manage unpleasant symptoms related to stress and anxiety.

Counselling for anxiety and stress at Neurodiversity Aware Therapy recognizes that anxiety often shows up physically, especially for neurodivergent people. This may include tension, shutdown, restlessness, sensory overwhelm, or difficulty thinking clearly under pressure. Our approach focuses on nervous system awareness, practical coping strategies, and pacing that respects individual capacity. Therapy supports clients in reducing distress, increasing regulation, and developing sustainable ways to respond to stress that fit their lived experience.

Anxiety and stress can disrupt your life and affect your overall well-being. My approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques to help you manage and reduce these feelings. Together, we’ll explore the root causes of your anxiety and stress, develop practical coping strategies, and work on building resilience. I aim to provide a supportive environment where you can gain control over your stressors and cultivate a more balanced and calm life. Contact me to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to start taking steps towards greater peace of mind.

Bettina Kealy, B.A., M.A., R.P. provides Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and other appropriate counselling modalities to address symptoms of anxiety. Many individuals struggle with anxiety and stress due to lifestyle issues, poor work-life balance and the growing demands of our society. Psychotherapy assists the client in facilitating necessary changes to their thought process and behaviour to reduce and eliminate their symptoms.

At Belland Psychotherapy, we do not believe you woke up one day deciding to be anxious. That is why we will work with you to help you not only understand how anxiety presents in the body but also assist you identify thoughts, beliefs, and responses that you have that may be increasing your anxious symptoms. After, we will assist you in addressing these anxious symptoms and provide you with practical strategies to reduce your anxiety on a daily basis.

Anxiety and stress can be, in a word, scary! They can leave us feeling overwhelmed and alone. Therapy can provide a safe and supportive space to explore these concerns and learn new skills that can restore your sense of freedom and control. I offer a free 15-minute consultation for individuals aged 14+ to see if I am a good fit to help you manage your anxiety and stress.