Anxiety Counselling in Whitecourt & Edmonton: How Somatic Therapy Can Help

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Feeling Anxious or On Edge? You’re Not Alone.

If you’re looking for anxiety counselling in Whitecourt, Edmonton, or nearby, you’re likely carrying something that feels heavy, constant, or confusing — even if you can’t fully name it.

Reaching out for help isn't a weakness. It's a sign of awareness. Of readiness. And it’s often the first step toward feeling more regulated, resourced, and at home in your body again.

What Is Anxiety Counselling?

Anxiety counselling isn't about “fixing” you. It’s about supporting your nervous system, helping you understand your responses, and building the capacity to feel more settled and safe — from the inside out.

My work is grounded in:

  • Somatic therapy (including Somatic Experiencing®)

  • Mindfulness-based practices

  • Body awareness and grounding tools

This approach helps you gently reconnect with the physical and emotional signals your body may be sending — especially if you've been stuck in patterns of fear, overwhelm, overthinking, or avoidance.

What You Might Be Feeling

Anxiety shows up differently for everyone. It may look like:

  • A constant sense of restlessness or tension

  • Avoidance of situations that used to feel fine

  • Trouble sleeping, relaxing, or turning your brain “off”

  • Shortness of breath, dizziness, or a racing heart

  • Feeling emotionally shut down or hyper-alert

  • A vague but persistent sense that something isn’t right

Even if you're not in a crisis, you still deserve support. Small daily symptoms can wear down your energy, your confidence, and your relationships over time.

What to Expect in a Session

Counselling with me is not scripted or one-size-fits-all. Every session is shaped by your needs and pace.

You can expect:

  • A calm, non-judgmental space

  • Support in tuning into your body’s cues and responses

  • Mindful tools for grounding and self-regulation

  • Room to be curious about what your anxiety is trying to protect or signal

  • No pressure to talk through trauma or go “deep” unless you feel ready and that’s what you want

The goal isn’t to get rid of anxiety altogether — it’s to shift how you relate to it.

Serving Clients in Whitecourt & Edmonton

I currently offer in-person sessions from my offices in both:

  • Whitecourt – a quiet, grounded space ideal for those in smaller communities

  • Edmonton – conveniently located for urban professionals seeking support

Whether you’re new to therapy or returning to it after a break, I’ll meet you where you are.

Online sessions are also available across Alberta, if that feels like a better fit.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re ready to explore counselling for anxiety — whether you're in Whitecourt, Edmonton, or somewhere nearby — I’d be glad to connect.

👉 Contact Whitecourt Office
👉 Contact Edmonton Office

You don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy can help you feel more present, more steady, and more like yourself again.

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