Anxiety Therapy
Regain control from anxiety - today is your day, go and live it
If you are feeling overwhelmed by constant worries and anxious sensations, therapy can help empower you to overcome anxiety and finally feel at peace.
Let anxiety therapy help you…
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Feel calm and confident.
Learning tools and strategies can help you feel confident in your ability to handle challenges and stressors. You’ll also make decisions calmly when your brain quiets down.
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Feel empowered to take back control.
Regulating your emotions can lead to feeling more at peace which allows you to feel in control of how you treat yourself and others.
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Reclaim your peace of mind.
Therapy can help foster a kinder relationship with yourself - you are your biggest critic! By reducing negative self-talk, you can regain a sense of worth.
“A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor” -Franklin D Roosevelt
What is anxiety?
Anxiety is an emotion which includes feelings of worry, nervousness, and unease. It's a common and normal response to stress, but when it becomes excessive or persistent, it can interfere with daily life.
While anxiety is normal, anxiety that includes intense, persistent, and excessive worries or fears can significantly negatively impact a person's quality of life.
Sometimes it can feel like you can’t get through the day without feeling anxious. Many people go about their day and function exceptionally well but deep down, have many fears and worries. You don’t need to suffer in silence or struggle with this alone.
The many faces of Anxiety:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Worrying too much about every day things like work, family, health, and finances.
Phobias
Intense fear of situations or specific objects like spiders or heights.
Panic Disorder
Ongoing and unexpected panic attacks (intense periods of discomfort and fear along side physical sensations like a racing heart, sweating, shortness of breath) which can be described as “feeling like you’re going to die.”
Social Anxiety Disorder
Feeling scared of social interactions or situations which leads to avoiding things like social events or public speaking.
Agoraphobia
An intense fear of places or situations that could cause panic attacks or feeling helpless which leads to sometimes not even being able to leave the house.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Persistent and intrusive thoughts that cause obsessions and repetitive behaviours in hopes of not feeling anxious.
Separation Anxiety Disorder
Excessive fears and worries about being away from loved ones or people you care about.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance after witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event.
How does Anxiety Therapy work?
Orion Wellness aims to help adults and youth by providing a safe space to break free from anxious thoughts and get back to living in the present.
Your therapist will work with you to create a unique treatment plan that focuses on exploring how anxiety manifests in your life and root causes of your anxiety. Together, you will develop healthy coping strategies to manage your symptoms. The goal is for you to have a reduction in anxious thoughts and physical sensations, while improving your ability to regulate your emotions and express yourself to others so your relationships improve. We are here to support you through your journey to gain peace of mind and self-confidence in your ability to heal from anxiety and live your life on your terms.
Anxiety therapy can help lighten the heavy load you’re carrying…
Excessive Worries & Fears
Persistent worries about every day things like finances, health, school, work, & family, and this intense fear that something bad will happen.
Physical Sensations
Racing heart, sweaty hands, shortness of breath, dizziness, stomach and gut issues, jitteriness, diarrhea/constipation, and feeling lightheaded.
Avoidance Behaviours
Not doing things you want to do like leaving the house or travelling because you think you’ll feel anxious, and procrastinating/putting off plans.
Racing Mind
Difficulty concentrating because your mind just won’t “turn off,” and intrusive thoughts which lead to sleep disturbances, overwhelm, and irritability.
Discomfort in Social Settings
Avoiding deep relationships or going out to spend time with others, constant worries that other people are judging you - feeling embaressed/rejected.
Difficulties Relaxing
Hypervigilance (feeling constantly on edge), emotional numbness, external pressures, perfectionism, muscle tension, and just feel like you can’t “shut off.”
Sleep Struggles & Nightmares
Poor sleep - can’t fall asleep or stay asleep, fear of a “bad dream,” vivid dreams that are disturbing, waking up and still feeling tired, and insomnia.
Feelings of Overwhelm
Nervousness, restlessness, tension, panic, doom, impending danger, and feeling like nothing you do is ever good enough.
Anxiety Therapy can include the following modalities:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and behaviours that increase excessive anxiety.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages clients to accept their thoughts and feelings rather than fighting them and aims to change their relationship with anxious thoughts and feelings rather than trying to eliminate them entirely.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is designed to help clients process and reframe memories, reducing the emotional impact of previous experiences that cause anxiety symptoms.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to improve emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
What should I expect from Anxiety Therapy?
Just like all therapy, connection with your therapist is going to be the most important part. Take the time to ensure you feel there is a good fit between you and your therapist.
Everyone’s therapeutic plan will be unique to their needs and goals, however, we recommend 8-12 weekly sessions.
In the first session, your therapist will complete a thorough assessment, help you explore your triggers, and how you’ve been coping thus far. Together you will create a unique treatment plan that will help you feel a reduction in your anxiety symptoms.
Your therapist will help you develop tools and strategies immediately that you can use in your every day life. Our hope is for you to feel some relief right away. Ongoing progress will be evaluated throughout your healing journey.
You may start to notice an improvement in your ability to manage your triggers, control your reaction to your anxious thoughts and feelings, and feel confident in your ability to manage everyday stressors.
The hope is to feel an improvement in your mental health with less episodes of highly anxious periods and ultimately, feel joy again!
Self-Help Techniques to Manage Anxiety:
Remember, you're not alone in this journey. Many people have successfully overcome anxiety with the right support and treatment. Therapy offers a proven path to a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
Ready to take the first step? Book your free consult today! Start your journey towards a life free from anxiety.
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Mindfulness is the practice of staying present and fully engaged in the current moment without judgment. By focusing on your thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations, mindfulness helps you break the cycle of anxious rumination about the past or future. Common mindfulness techniques include:
Breath awareness: Paying attention to your breath as it flows in and out.
Body scan: Noticing sensations in different parts of your body.
Mindful observation: Engaging fully with your surroundings, such as sounds, colours, or textures.
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Meditation is a structured practice that involves training your mind to focus and achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state. It often overlaps with mindfulness but can include specific techniques such as:
Guided meditation: Listening to a narrator or teacher walk you through a calming scenario. (Tip: Use YouTube videos to guide you)
Mantra meditation: Repeating a word or phrase to focus your mind.
Loving-kindness meditation: Cultivating feelings of compassion toward yourself and others.
Meditation reduces anxiety by calming the nervous system, promoting relaxation, and encouraging a shift in perspective.
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Relaxation techniques specifically target physical tension and the fight-or-flight response associated with anxiety. Popular relaxation methods include:
Deep breathing: Taking slow, deep breaths to calm your nervous system.
Progressive muscle relaxation: Tensing and releasing different muscle groups to relieve tension.
Visualization: Imagining a peaceful scene or experience to evoke calmness.
These techniques help decrease physical symptoms of anxiety, like rapid heartbeat or tight muscles, and promote a sense of control.
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Adopting healthy habits can create a foundation for managing anxiety long-term. Key lifestyle changes include:
Regular exercise: Physical activity releases endorphins, reduces stress hormones, and improves sleep.
Balanced diet: Eating nutritious meals supports brain health and prevents blood sugar spikes, which can trigger anxiety.
Adequate sleep: Prioritizing sleep hygiene enhances emotional regulation and resilience.
Limiting stimulants: Reducing caffeine, smoking, or alcohol intake can prevent anxiety symptoms.
Social connections: Building supportive relationships provides comfort and reduces feelings of isolation.
Combining these approaches can help you create a holistic and sustainable way to manage anxiety in your daily life.
Why seek therapy at Orion Wellness?
Our therapists will take the time to create a unique treatment plan to meet your specific needs using a gentle, non-judgemental, and empathetic approach. We want to create a safe environment where you feel comfortable - healing starts here.
Flexible scheduling (daytime, evenings, and weekends)
Appointments available almost immediately (no long waitlists)
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Winnipeg, MB Office
34 Carlton St. Winnipeg, MB, R3C 1N9
Located inside Birch Wellness Center, in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. On Carlton Street, between Broadway and Assinboine Ave., with ample parking right out front or on side streets.
Driving Directions - To get to 34 Carlton St. head towards downtown Winnipeg, near the intersection of Broadway and Carlton Street. From the south, use Pembina Highway (Route 42) toward downtown, merge onto Broadway, and turn north onto Carlton Street. From the north, take Main Street (Route 52) south, turn right onto Broadway, and left onto Carlton.
Our office space is located near many coffeeshops including Tim Hortons, Ohdoughnuts, Starbucks, and Fête Ice Cream & Coffee.
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