Calgary Anxiety Treatment
Is anxiety keeping you from living your fullest life? Our expert team of Calgary therapists are here to help you take back control by providing quality, evidenced based anxiety treatment that works.
We are Here to Help
At Prairieview Psychology, we recognize the significant impact anxiety can have on your life, and how difficult it can be to overcome. Whether it's holding you back at work, affecting your ability to fully engage in the present moment, or preventing you from forming meaningful relationships, our team is here to help. Specializing in anxiety and anxiety disorders, our therapists offer personalized, effective therapy to guide you toward relief. Do not let anxiety rob you of the life you deserve.
Please reach out today to learn how we can support you.
What to Expect During Anxiety Treatment?
Therapy for anxiety helps you to understand and address symptoms, triggers, and underlying causes. It incorporates evidence-based techniques that helps you to manage your anxiety and challenge the negative thoughts that are holding you back. The goal is to reduce the frequency and intensity of anxious thoughts, identify their root causes, and develop healthy coping strategies, improving your overall well-being and resilience.
The anxiety treatment process begins with an initial assessment, where your therapist gathers information about your anxiety, triggers, and personal history to better understand your personal experience. You’ll set personalized goals with your therapist and focus on building practical skills, such as relaxation techniques, exposure therapy (to challenge avoidance behaviors), cognitive reframing (to shift negative thought patterns), and problem-solving strategies. Throughout therapy, regular progress check-ins will allow you and your therapist to assess improvements and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan.
The benefits of anxiety therapy are wide-ranging, including better stress management, increased self-awareness, improved emotional regulation, and greater confidence in handling challenges. Many experience reduced physical symptoms of anxiety (such as tension or fatigue) and improved relationships leading to a more fulfilling life.
When Should You Seek Anxiety Treatment in Calgary?
Untreated anxiety can significantly impact your quality of life if left untreated. If you're experiencing any of the following, you may benefit from seeking professional help from a therapist:
Persistent Worry or Fear: Constant worry or intense fears that are hard to control.
Physical Symptoms: Symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, muscle tension, sweating, or stomach discomfort that affect daily life.
Difficulty Functioning: Anxiety that disrupts work, relationships, or daily tasks, including trouble concentrating or extreme fatigue.
Avoidant Behaviour: Avoiding situations to reduce anxiety, resulting in isolation or withdrawal from important and meaningful activities.
Sleep Disturbances: Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep due to racing thoughts or worries.
Emotional Distress: Frequent irritability, mood swings, or intense emotional episodes.
Panic Attacks: Recurrent attacks with symptoms like chest pain, dizziness, or a sense of doom.
Impact on Relationships: Anxiety causing strain in personal or professional relationships.
Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms: Using alcohol, drugs, or other habits to manage anxiety.
Therapy provides a safe space to address these issues and find healthier ways to cope. Reach out today to learn how we can support you on your journey to overcoming anxiety.
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a common and natural response to stress, but when it becomes overwhelming and persistent, it can develop into more serious conditions which can limit you and prevent you from achieving your goals.
Anxiety can result from a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurological factors. High-stress situations, trauma, and life changes can contribute to anxiety, emphasizing the importance of understanding your history and individual triggers.
Anxiety can have significant negative effects on your friendships, family relationships and employment. If you are struggling with anxiety you may adopt a pattern of avoidance as a means of reducing your distress, but by doing so, this can result in a reduced participation in meaningful activities or experiences. This cycle can leave you with the feeling that you are not getting the most out of your life, and in some instances you may experience loneliness and social isolation.
At Prairieview Psychology, we are experienced and knowledgeable in helping you overcome your anxiety to pursue your goals and live a more fulfilling life.
Our Calgary Anxiety Treatment Approach
Initial Assessment
Therapy for anxiety begins with an initial assessment which includes a comprehensive overview of your life history. As part of this process, your experience with anxiety is gathered including when your anxiety first onset, what symptoms you are experiencing, what areas of your life are most affected and what your goals are for therapy.
Tailored Treatment Plans
After the initial assessment, a personalized treatment plan is created to address your needs and goals. This plan focuses on areas where you need the most support and outlines specific interventions, such as managing anxiety, improving emotional regulation, and enhancing coping strategies.
It also includes developing skills to help you navigate challenges, like stress management, cognitive reframing, relaxation techniques, and building emotional resilience. The plan evolves as you progress, with regular check-ins to refine and ensure it stays aligned with your goals for effective healing and growth.
Therapeutic Approach
Therapy for anxiety will vary depending on the nature of the person’s anxiety and their goals. However, our comprehensive therapeutic approach typically includes:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT is one of the most widely used and effective therapies for anxiety. It focuses on helping you to identify negative thought patterns that contribute to anxiety and replacing them with healthier, more helpful thoughts.
Exposure Therapy: A subtype of cognitive behavioural therapy, exposure therapy, helps you confront specific fears or phobias. It involves gradual and systematic exposure to anxiety-provoking situations, reducing avoidant behaviors and desensitizing you so that you can overcome your fears.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Mindfulness practices, such as meditation and breathing exercises, teach you to focus on the present moment without judgment. This can reduce the tendency to ruminate on past events or worry excessively about the future.
With effective treatment, you can experience profound improvements and even full resolution of your anxious symptoms. Please reach out today to book a consultation with a member of our expert team of Calgary anxiety therapists.
FAQ on Calgary Anxiety Treatment
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The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual and the severity of the anxiety. However, most see significant improvements within 8-12 sessions, though some may experience benefits even sooner than this.
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Yes, anxiety therapy is highly effective. Research shows that evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioural therapy can significantly reduce anxiety symptoms for many individuals. The success of therapy also depends on your commitment to treatment and active participation.
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Yes, virtual therapy is a convenient and effective option for many individuals. It allows you to access support from the comfort of your home and can be especially beneficial if you have mobility issues or live in a remote or rural area.
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Look for a licensed therapist with experience and training in treating anxiety disorders. You may also want to consider their therapeutic approach, communication style, and whether you feel comfortable and supported in their presence.
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To get started, you can contact our office to schedule an initial consultation. During this call, we will discuss your symptoms, goals, and any questions you may have to create a personalized plan for addressing your anxiety.
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Anxiety disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by excessive fear, worry, or nervousness. They are among the most common mental health issues, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. Common types of anxiety disorders include:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Persistent and excessive worry about everyday events and activities.
Social Anxiety Disorder: Intense fear of social situations and being judged or scrutinized by others.
Panic Disorder: Recurrent, unexpected panic attacks and fear of future attacks.
Phobias: Extreme fear of specific objects, situations, or activities, such as heights or flying
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Although fees do vary based on the therapist’s specialization and expertise, at Prairieview Psychology, the fees are $220.00 per session. Standard sessions are 50 minutes in length.
How it Works - Finding the Right Calgary Therapist
Our care approach for anxiety treatment in Calgary revolves around meeting your specific needs.
Prairieview Psychology is focused on providing quality Calgary anxiety treatment that is catered to your unique needs. Begin by reaching out to book a free 15 minute consultation where you can discuss your goals for therapy and we can determine who on the team is the best fit to help you meet those goals. We believe that therapy is a collaborative process between therapist and client. We provide guidance, support, and evidence-based techniques to help you navigate challenges, gain insights, and develop coping strategies for improved mental well-being.
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From the Calgary Anxiety Treament Blog
“Instead of worrying about what you cannot control, shift your energy to what you can create.”
Roy Bennett
Struggling with anxiety?
Reach out to Prairieview Psychology today. We offer free 15 minute consultations to discuss your goals for therapy to determine if we have the right background to assist you. Fill out the contact form, send us an email or give us a call to schedule a consultation today.
Prairieview Psychology respectfully acknowledges that we reside in Calgary, Alberta on the traditional territory of the Treaty 7 Nations. These include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprising the Siksika, Kainai, and Piikani Nations), the Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including the Bearspaw, Wesley, and Chiniki Nations). We also acknowledge the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3.
We honour and recognize their enduring connection to this land, its waters, and its resources. We are grateful for the opportunity to live, work, and learn on this land, and we commit ourselves to fostering respectful relationships and meaningful partnerships with the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who call this region home.
