Anxiety Therapy Calgary
Anxiety can be a debilitating mental health problem – which is why it’s important that the people of Calgary know what their therapy options are when it comes to seeking the best anxiety counselling for an anxiety disorder.
From a medical point of view, the term anxiety refers to a number of conditions that involve feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes such as an increased heart rate. These are just some of the determinants of this disorder. There are specific types and subtypes with respect to its characteristics.
Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health problems in Canada. About one in five Canadians will experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their life, and women are more likely than men to have one.
Anxiety disorders can affect people in a variety of ways. It does not discriminate – children, adolescents, adults and seniors can all be affected. Anxiety is a complex mental health issue and can be caused by many factors such as genetics, life events, trauma, age, sex and cultural differences. Experiencing anxiety is the mind and body’s reaction to stressful, unfamiliar, or even dangerous situations. While being anxious is a common enough feeling, an anxiety disorder is an entirely different concept altogether.
There are several therapeutic techniques that have been developed to treat anxiety and have evolved over time, some of the more popular approaches are listed below:
The first thing to understand is that your treatment will most likely consist of a combination of techniques with your Calgary Psychologist or therapist providing you with assignments and feedback on progress. This may include strategies for reducing stress, making positive lifestyle changes as well as learning various behavioral techniques specific to your situation. Counselling by an experienced therapist in Calgary can be an effective non-medication option for the treatment but requires practice, repetition and more practice.
Your anxiety therapist at Virtuous Circle Counselling will also learn about why you are having difficulty managing anxiety through their psychotherapy training and be able to understand the way that your mind works in relation to feelings, thoughts and behaviors. They can then use this information to help you become aware of the way you think and feel as well as reason why you believe things as they are. You can use this knowledge to shape your thoughts and feelings in a more positive and productive direction.
There are many different anxiety disorder types. Understanding which one(s) you may be afflicted by can help you better manage your symptoms. The five major types of anxiety disorders are:
If your anxiety is affecting your life and you feel that it’s time to start taking anxiety-reducing medications, learning about the anxiety therapy options in Calgary that are available and trying some anxiety management techniques may be a viable alternative.
The first step is to schedule an appointment with an anxiety therapist who can ensure you are getting effective treatment for your anxiety symptoms. Your doctor can make recommendations that will help you find the right therapist for your anxiety disorder treatment needs.
You may be nervous about starting therapy for anxiety, but once you meet with a therapist, you’ll see how beneficial it can be. Anxiety therapy can provide you with a safe and supportive environment for discovering the tools needed to overcome your anxiety disorder.
Through therapy, you can learn coping strategies that will assist with day-to-day stressors and make positive changes in your life. Contact an anxiety therapist to get started on the path to overcoming your anxiety today.
Anxiety is a universal human experience that can be described as any feeling that accompanies and disrupts our daily activities. It’s understandable this experience can be so broad, as it can lead to some common symptoms including:
These symptoms are often debilitating and affect our ability to function during our daily routines and responsibilities. Despite its reputation as “The Great Stalker” which can steal your happiness and quality of life, anxiety can be managed with the right support system and some effective coping tools.
Anxiety disorders aren’t always obvious, and this can make it confusing for family members, friends, and coworkers to spot the signs that someone they know may be struggling with anxiety. In fact, anxiety and panic disorders can cause physical symptoms even before people realize that they are suffering from any sort of problem.
The physical symptoms of anxiety can occur before, during, or after the situation that caused the anxiety. For example, an individual may experience a pounding heart or rapid heartbeat before heading into a stressful meeting at work. Or in the middle of an anxious attack — which is an intense period of fear or dread — their hands may start to feel sweaty and they may feel breathless.
These physical symptoms of anxiety can be unsettling for someone who’s experiencing them but once a person learns about why these symptoms are happening, it typically leads to increased understanding and relief from their anxiety disorder.
We are currently accepting new clients however being a good fit is everything in a therapeutic alliance. When you’re ready, please contact us for a free 30-minute phone consultation to see if we match your needs and goals.
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