Anxiety Therapists in Calgary, AB
Nadia Hamilton-Sadler
Registered Psychologist
Hello and welcome! I appreciate your courage taking this step to be here and I would be honoured to work with you toward meaningful change in your life. If you have been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, lost, or stuck, then please reach out. I work with adults on a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, addiction, intergenerational patterns and various life tran...
Vanessa Leggio
MSW, RSW
Hello! I’m Vanessa, a couples therapist and trauma therapist. With both personal and professional experience, I’m dedicated to creating a safe space for healing and growth. I work with couples to rebuild trust, intimacy, and connection. For couples or individuals who are struggling with trauma, I use EMDR, a powerful and effective therapy that has helped many overcome and grow from trauma.
Heather Andrew
Registered Clinical Social Worker MSW RCSW
Heather Andrew is the founder of Aspen Wellness Centre. Heather has been a Mental Health Therapist for over eight years, supporting clients with a variety of needs including complex trauma, ADHD, PTSD, grief, anxiety, depression, family conflict and more. Heather is passionate about providing trauma informed care to her clients and is a fierce advocate for mental health awareness.
Tracy Kroeker
Psychologist
Hi! I'm Tracy and I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate tough times and return to living a life that is meaningful and fulfilling. I support clients struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship issues, work or school stress, insomnia/sleep issues, as well as a variety of other challenges.
Annie Szalkai
Registered Psychotherapist
I work with adults from diverse backgrounds, supporting those navigating anxiety, stress, and self-esteem challenges. My approach is client-centred and integrative, drawing from CBT, ACT, EFIT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and more to meet each person’s unique needs.
Mandeep Lalli
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck? Maybe something feels wrong? I help people navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and relationship struggles, with culturally sensitive care that honours your full background, including pressures others may miss. As a South Asian therapist who spent 15 years in the corporate world, I bring lived experience and real-world context to therapy.
Ferdie Mateos
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, ADHD-CP, EMDR, BA
Are you hoping to feel less "stuck," anxious, or sad? Is there a part of you hoping to reconnect with yourself and build confidence, build better boundaries, or understand how your childhood impacts your present? Do you want to learn coping strategies or skills for daily life or ADHD? Have you experienced a loss that you're looking to work through, or find stress is too present in your day?
Melody Hazelton
Counselling Therapist
Feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected? I’m a trauma-informed therapist specializing in somatic therapy, CBT, and ART to help you heal, build resilience, and reconnect with yourself. Whether you’re facing anxiety, trauma, or relationship struggles, I provide a safe, supportive space for growth. Online sessions make getting started easy—click to learn more and book a free consultation!
Melina Rodriguez
Counselling Intern
Counselling Intern offering warm, collaborative sessions at $85 for adults and teens navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Melina brings a culturally responsive, evidence-based approach grounded in trust, curiosity, and genuine connection.
Crystal Caneus-Penner
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be initially hesitant to...
Claire Fan
Therapist (MSW/RSW)
I am Claire, a Mental Health Therapist in NW Calgary. I hold a Bachelor in Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies, and I am a Registered Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work (Clinical Specialization) from the University of Calgary. I am in good standing with Alberta College of Social Workers and I am authorized to perform Restricted Psychosocial Interventions.
Vanessa Fingland
Master Practitioner In Clinical Counselling-Prov
Counselling for Women. I know how tired you are of feeling overwhelmed, stressed and not being able to get your needs met. Imagine how life could be if you could control your emotions, ask for what you want, and not feel guilty! I help women who struggle with: relationships, setting boundaries, confidence, communicating their feelings, stress, burnout, anxiety, anger/resentment.
Dr. Lisa Pascal
Child Psychologist
I'm Dr. Lisa Pascal and I'm a clinical child psychologist. I specialize in treating mental health challenges such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, and challenging behaviors in children. My therapeutic approach involves acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and attachment-based therapies, I also conduct ADHD and psychoeducational assessments for children and youth.
Brittany Peddle
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I work with individuals who are looking to overcome their trauma by learning healthier coping skills and more helpful resources, and who want to do deeper processing work to resolve and release trauma in order to let go of the past and move forward in life. I offer both support and solutions, using a client-centered approach utilizing DBT, ACT, EMDR, Somatic Therapy and other modalities.
Nicole Rambadhan
Registered Social Worker
I am a dedicated and empathetic therapist committed to supporting individuals in their quest for emotional well-being and personal growth. With extensive training and a passion for healing, I have created a thriving place where your mental and emotional health takes center stage.
Michelle Dubiel-Vasquez, M.S.W., R.S.W.
Registered Social Worker
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Alexandra Goodall
MA, Registered Clinical Counsellor, Somatic Psychotherapist, EMDR
Somatic. Relational. Neurobiological. I am an integrative, somatically-oriented therapist. I support clients who find themselves facing change and growth, be that in relationships, contribution/vocation, trauma recovery, intergenerational legacy, sexuality or spirituality. More at www.alexandragoodalltherapy.com and www.redkitehealing.com
Krista Hermanson
Counselling Therapist
It is a core human need to feel seen and heard. In our fast-paced world, we still need the time and the space to reflect more deeply on the experiences that have shaped our lives. Our space is intended to nurture the still quiet voice that lives within you. To help you to look back, to look forward, and to live a more conscious and fully intentional life.
Brittany Forester
Registered Psychotherapist, HBA, ADHD-CP, CCTP, EMDR
I take a trauma- and culturally-informed approach to supporting ADHD, trauma, stress, anxiety, and couples, and I have a passion for helping people build confidence in themselves. I draw from many frameworks such as EMDR, Narrative, CBT, DBT, IFS, as well as EFT and Gottmans with Couples.
Charmaine MacCuspic
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Hi, I’m Charmaine, a Canadian Certified Counsellor with over a decade of experience supporting families. I offer a warm, compassionate space with room for humour, helping clients navigate parenting, motherhood, life transitions, stress and difficult moments. My approach draws on attachment, mindfulness and Internal Family Systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety
What is an anxiety disorder?
Anxiety disorders involve persistent, excessive fear or worry that is disproportionate to the situation and significantly interferes with daily life. They are the most common mental health condition in Canada, affecting approximately 1 in 4 Canadians at some point in their lives. Unlike ordinary nervousness, anxiety disorders do not resolve on their own without support.
What types of anxiety disorders does therapy treat?
Therapists treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, specific phobias, agoraphobia, health anxiety, and separation anxiety. Each has distinct features — for example, GAD involves pervasive worry across many areas, while panic disorder centres on recurring unexpected panic attacks. A therapist will assess your specific presentation before recommending a treatment approach.
Which therapy approaches are most effective for anxiety?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) has the strongest evidence base for anxiety disorders and is widely considered the gold-standard treatment. Other effective approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), exposure-based therapies, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), and EMDR for anxiety rooted in past trauma. Your therapist will tailor the approach to your specific presentation.
Do I need medication to treat anxiety?
Therapy alone — particularly CBT — is highly effective for most anxiety disorders and produces lasting change by addressing underlying thought and behaviour patterns. Some people benefit from combining therapy with medication such as SSRIs or SNRIs, especially when symptoms are severe. This decision is best made in consultation with your therapist and a physician or psychiatrist.
How long does therapy for anxiety typically take?
Most people with anxiety disorders see meaningful improvement within 12–20 weekly sessions of CBT. Specific phobias and panic disorder often respond faster, sometimes within 6–12 sessions. The timeline depends on the severity of your anxiety, any co-occurring conditions, and how consistently you practise skills between sessions.
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