Anxiety Therapists in Okotoks, AB
Lauren Slade
Registered Psychologist
My name is Lauren Slade and I’m a Registered Psychologist providing therapy services in the province of Alberta. I’m passionate about helping people feel more in control of their lives by using evidence-based approaches to increase self-understanding, build resilience and improve emotional well-being.
Jack Connors
Registered Psychologist
Your story matters. I specialize in exploring meaning-making, existential questions, self-identity, and self-concept. My work emphasizes how self-understanding is transformative in helping people claim their story and live it authentically. With compassion, and a grounding presence, I aim to provide a space where your concerns are heard, cared for, and validated.
Josephine Enechukwu
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Josephine supports children, teens, adults, couples, and families through life transitions, anxiety, relationship challenges, and burnout. Grounded in attachment and trauma-informed care, she combines emotionally focused, narrative, and CBT approaches to help clients feel understood, strengthen connections, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Kristina Founk
Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist, Counselling Therapist
Hi! I’m Kristina, and I specialize in guiding individuals through the challenges of anxiety, phobias, and panic attacks. I am an ARCH registered clinical hypnotherapist with specialized training in supporting individuals with PTSD/CPTSD. I would be honoured to help you achieve lasting relief through the transformative power of hypnotherapy. Together, we'll embark on a journey towards inner peac...
Katherine McNichol
Registered Psychotherapist
Katherine is a Registered Psychotherapist with 8 years of experience supporting adults, couples, and teens through anxiety, trauma, depression, burnout and relationship issues. Trained in EFT, CBT, and EMDR, she takes a direct and compassionate approach to help clients move from surviving to thriving. She offers virtual psychotherapy across Canada and is current accepting clients.
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.
Lisa Willow
Registered Social Worker
Lisa Willow is a Registered Social Worker (MSW, ADHD-CCSP) and founder of West Coast Adult ADHD and Coast to Coast ADHD. She specializes in ADHD, anxiety, emotional regulation, and women's wellness. Lisa offers compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Virtual sessions available across Canada.
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!
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.
Sandeep Kaur Marwaha
Occupational Therapist, Psychotherapist
As a brown kid of immigrants from the Global South, I appreciate the nuances, struggles, and beauty of being from immigrant and global majority communities. My values of acceptance, compassion, curiosity, and connection guide my work. With an anti-oppressive, relational lens, I will support you to soften towards yourself, slowly heal, and move in alignment with your values instead of fear.
Stacey Sanderson
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Worker, Subject Matter Expert
I am Subject Matter Expert in complex, relational trauma, narcissism and high conflict divorce. If you are in a toxic relationship, I can help you navigate the process while learning the powerful boundaries and strategy you need to get to the next chapter in your life feeling confident and empowered. I will help you understand the attachment patterns that are keeping you stuck.
Rachel Bradley MA
Registered Psychologist
I help adults and couples in Calgary and across Alberta navigate anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative, using evidence-based methods like ACT, IFS, CBT, and Gottman Therapy. I also provide adult ADHD assessments and psychological evaluations.
Nordic Psychology Inc.
Registered Psychologist
We are a personable group practice with Psychologists specializing in couples counselling, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, emotion regulation, mood disorders, trauma, and stress. We provide in-person services in Okotoks, AB, as well as virtual services across AB, NU, NS and NB. Send us an email and we will connect you with the right Psychologist. Looking forward to connecting with you!
Paige Rome
Registered Psychologist
Hi there! My name is Paige, and I am so glad you're here. In therapy, I aim to create a safe space for my clients to explore their emotions, thoughts and memories while fostering a sense of empowerment and control over their healing process. I practice from several different evidence based approaches to therapy including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT...
Angela Dore
Therapist (MSW, RSW)
I'm Angela, a registered master of social worker in Calgary. I have a beautiful, cozy office near Chinook Mall, and I also provide the convenient option of virtual therapy, with four years of experience making it an equally helpful and productive experience. I'm passionate about supporting queer folks, people who have (or wonder if they have) ADHD and autism, as well as those navigating anxie...
Bethany Savoy
Registered Social Worker
Everyone has times in their life when they can benefit from some additional support. Seeing a counsellor shouldn’t be an intimidating experience. My goal is to help you discover new ways of looking at your life & learn skills that will help you move forward. You are the expert in what you are going through, but I will support & guide you as you set goals and make the changes you want to make.
Katharine Heimbigner-Tenor
Registered Psychologist
Katharine specializes in working with adult individuals and couples who have experienced trauma and may be struggling with PTSD, C-PTSD, dissociation, somatic/body complaints, anxiety or depression. Additionally, they may be neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD, AUDHD, gifted etc.) or suspect they are. Along with counselling she also provides ADHD, PTSD, psychoeducational and other assessments.
Treena Peters MSW, RCSW (AB), RSW (ONT)
Registered Clinical Social Worker
Welcome! If you are here, you are likely considering finding some support for what may seem like another one of life's never-ending challenges. I can support you with that. You have already taken the first step. All you need to do next is reach out and book a free consultation so we can discuss what it is you are looking for.
Amber Skoczek
RSW, MSW
With a specialization in Trauma Informed Care, I have years of experience supporting individuals to navigate their experiences. Using modalities such as EMDR, IFS, somatic based interventions and psychedelic assisted therapy, these approaches will help to you better understand whatever experiences you may be facing and develop strategies to move forward in a way that works best for you.
Bethany Jacobs
Registered Social Worker
Who I Work With: - Individuals navigating the impacts of trauma, grief, or emotional overwhelm - Adults seeking support with nervous system regulation, stress, or anxiety - Clients processing relational harm, life transitions, or spiritual disconnection - Those seeking therapy through an anti-oppressive, culturally sensitive lens
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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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