Anxiety Therapy Westmount Montreal

Anxiety doesn’t have to control your life. As a therapist specialising in anxiety in Westmount, I provide confidential, evidence-based support to help you stabilise symptoms and regain clarity.

Common Signs of Anxiety

Mental symptoms

• Panic reactions that feel sudden or difficult to manage
• Persistent worry about work, family, or future events
• Discomfort or avoidance in social or performance situations
• Racing or intrusive thoughts that disrupt sleep or focus
• What if thinking that is difficult to switch off
• Feeling tense or unable to settle
• Withdrawing from others during periods of overwhelm
• Delaying tasks or choices that should be straightforward
• Trouble sustaining attention
• Heightened vigilance or irritability

Physical symptoms

• Difficulty falling or staying asleep
• Muscle tension, headaches, or jaw clenching
• Nausea, digestive changes, or appetite disruption
• Restlessness or persistent fatigue

These symptoms are common. Many people experience similar reactions and benefit from structured therapy.

Anxiety Therapy in Westmount

Therapy offers a structured way to understand and reduce anxiety. My approach is practical and clinically grounded. Short term coping strategies, such as avoidance or distraction, can provide temporary relief, but therapy addresses the underlying mechanisms for lasting change.

In our work together, you will:

• Learn techniques you can apply during periods of stress
• Identify the processes that maintain anxious reactions
• Develop skills that enable clearer thinking and steadier behaviour
• Work in a private and consistent therapeutic setting

What to Expect in Therapy

• Initial assessment: We review your symptoms, history, and triggers to create a clear plan.
• Focused sessions: Each session targets specific processes that maintain your anxiety.
• Skill development: You learn strategies that improve regulation and day-to-day functioning.
• Ongoing adjustment: We track progress and refine the approach as needed.

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Professional Background

Academic qualifications and professional memberships:

• Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy
• Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
• Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Learn more about my background and qualifications.

Counselling That Fits in With Your Schedule

I’m available for appointments Monday to Friday from 8 am to 8 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm, either in-person at my office in Westmount, or online for your convenience.

You don’t need a referral to make an appointment. You can contact me directly by phone, email, or book a session through the website.

If you're not quite ready to book but would like to learn more or get a sense of how I work, I offer a free 10-minute consultation by phone.

Your First Appointment

In our first session, we’ll talk through the following:

• Your main concerns and what has brought you to therapy
• How these concerns are impacting your day-to-day life and relationships
• Your expectations, goals, and hopes for the work ahead

This initial session is also an opportunity for you to get a sense of how I work and to ask any questions you may have.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of anxiety do you work with?
I work with generalised anxiety, panic symptoms, social and performance anxiety, health anxiety, and stress-related anxiety. If anxiety is affecting your sleep, work, relationships, or decision making, it is appropriate to address in therapy.

How often will we meet for therapy?
We’ll start with weekly or bi-weekly sessions to build momentum and stabilise symptoms. Frequency can be adjusted over time based on progress, goals, and availability.

How long does anxiety therapy usually take?
This varies. Some clients notice improvement within a few sessions once they begin applying skills consistently. Others benefit from longer-term work, particularly when anxiety has been present for many years or is linked to ongoing stress or life transitions.

Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes. I offer both in-person sessions at my office in Westmount and secure virtual sessions for clients who prefer remote therapy.

Do you issue insurance receipts?
Yes. I provide receipts that can be submitted to your insurance provider. It is best to confirm directly with them whether counselling services from a Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) are covered under your plan.

What is your cancellation policy?
I require 48 hours’ notice for cancellations or rescheduling. This allows me to offer the time slot to other clients.

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