Anxiety Therapy Montreal

Anxiety can be persistent and disruptive. It affects how you think, how you sleep, how you make decisions, and how you engage with the people around you. When it becomes a constant presence rather than an occasional reaction, it is worth addressing directly.

As a therapist in Westmount, I work with clients who are dealing with anxiety in its various forms. The goal is not to eliminate stress entirely, but to help you understand what drives your anxiety, reduce the hold it has on your day-to-day functioning, and build practical skills that last beyond therapy.

Recognising Anxiety

Anxiety presents differently from person to person, but there are common patterns. Some people experience it primarily as mental noise: persistent worry, racing thoughts, difficulty switching off, or a sense of dread that is hard to attach to any one thing. Others feel it physically: disrupted sleep, muscle tension, headaches, jaw clenching, nausea, or a restlessness that does not settle.

Many people experience both. You might find yourself avoiding situations that trigger discomfort, delaying decisions that should be straightforward, withdrawing from others, or operating in a constant state of vigilance. These responses are common, and they respond well to structured therapy.

Anxiety can show up as:

• Generalised worry that spans work, relationships, health, or finances
• Panic reactions that feel sudden or overwhelming
• Social or performance anxiety that limits engagement
• Health anxiety and persistent body monitoring
• Intrusive or repetitive thoughts that are difficult to manage
• Avoidance, procrastination, or difficulty making decisions
• Sleep disruption, fatigue, or physical tension

How Anxiety Therapy Works

Short-term coping strategies like avoidance or distraction can provide temporary relief, but they tend to reinforce the underlying problem. Therapy takes a different approach. It addresses the mechanisms that keep anxiety active rather than just managing the symptoms on the surface.

In the first session, we review your symptoms, history, and triggers to build a clear picture of what is going on. From there, we develop a focused plan that targets the specific processes maintaining your anxiety.

Ongoing sessions are practical and structured. You will learn techniques you can apply during periods of stress, identify the thought patterns and behaviours that feed your anxiety, and develop skills that support clearer thinking and steadier responses. We track progress throughout and adjust the approach as needed.

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

What to Expect

Therapy works best when you are willing to engage with the process between sessions, not just during them. The skills you develop here are meant to be applied in your daily life, and that is where the real change happens.

Some clients notice improvement within a few sessions once they begin applying what they have learned. Others benefit from longer-term work, particularly when anxiety has been present for many years or is connected to ongoing stress, life transitions, or deeper patterns. There is no fixed timeline. We work at the pace that fits your situation.

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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?
Most clients begin with weekly or bi-weekly sessions to build momentum and stabilise symptoms. Frequency is adjusted over time based on progress and what makes sense for your situation.

How long does anxiety therapy take?
This varies. Some clients see significant improvement in a relatively short period. Others benefit from longer-term work, particularly when anxiety has been a longstanding pattern. We assess progress together and adjust accordingly.

Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes. I offer both in-person sessions at my office in Westmount and secure virtual sessions.

Do you issue insurance receipts?
Yes. I provide receipts that can be submitted to your insurance provider. Confirm directly with your insurer 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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