Why you might be here
Think of your body like a smoke detector. You’re cooking bacon, and suddenly the alarm goes off, even though there’s no real fire. That’s what anxiety does: it triggers false alarms, over and over. Your system goes into alert even when you’re safe.
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How therapy at G&G Helps
Once you’ve named your anxiety, the next step is learning how to work with it, not push it away.
In therapy, we explore the root causes of your anxious patterns. Not just the symptoms, but the underlying fears and beliefs that make your nervous system feel unsafe.
Together, we’ll:
With gentle support, it gets easier.
The Outcome
In anxiety counselling you will learn how to work WITH your anxiety, rather than against it. What we resist persists. You will explore what's at the root of your anxiety- why you are feeling a lack of internal safety. In identifying your threats, which are connected to your core beliefs and wounds, you will be able to increase your awareness around your anxiety. Awareness is the first, and most challenging, step to change.
Some helpful therapeutic modalities that may be used are:
• Personalized referral plan with a therapist match guarantee
• Highly vetted therapists who are real, warm, and relatable
• A reputable clinic that has supported over 2,000 clients across BC
• Virtual counselling anywhere in BC — evenings and weekends available
• Holistic, collaborative care designed around your unique needs
• A dedicated clinic concierge to support you every step of the way
Challenge anxious thoughts and reframe them into something helpful.
Learn to self-soothe and regulate your nervous system.
Replace reactivity with grounded awareness.
Strengthen connection to your body and intuition.
Build daily resilience through small, practical habits.
Discover calm that feels sustainable, not forced.
Gain clarity on triggers and how to manage them effectively.
Cultivate self-compassion instead of self-criticism.
Create a personalized toolkit to stay centered during stressful moments.
Anxiety therapy is counselling that helps people manage worry, reduce stress, and feel calmer. Evidence based therapy techniques are used to support rewiring thoughts and unpacking emotional threats. Somatic therapy to address anxious thoughts and physical symptoms.
Our therapists help clients identify triggers, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and practice calming techniques like breathing, grounding, and reframing. Over time, anxiety therapy helps our clients build emotional regulation and resilience.
Anxiety therapy is effective for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety, and stress-related burnout. Many of our clients in Vancouver and across BC use anxiety therapy to regain control of their lives.
Yes. Research shows therapy reduces the frequency and intensity of panic attacks. Clients often learn how to calm their body, reduce avoidance, and feel safer in daily life. Our therapists will provide both the psychoeducation and tools to help you manage these experiences with more ease and confidence.
Yes. Evidence-based therapies like CBT, EMDR, and somatic approaches are proven to reduce anxiety. Our clients in BC often report better sleep, less worry, and improved confidence and cognitive functioning. As a result, we often see relationships thrive as well.
Coping strategies for anxiety include but are not limited to mindfulness, journaling, grounding exercises, exposure therapy, lifestyle changes, and self-compassion. In therapy with an anxiety specialist, clients practice personalized techniques to manage symptoms.
Our clients with anxiety often report less worry, fewer physical symptoms (such as tension and racing heart), improved sleep, and more emotional capacity in their daily life. As you shift out of survival mode you can expect more energy to put to other things in your life.
Many extended health plans in British Columbia cover sessions with a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Canadian Certified Counsellors (CCC), and Registered Social Workers (RSW). It’s best to confirm directly with your provider. Our Vancouver clinic issues detailed receipts to make the reimbursement process simple and stress-free.
To find an Vancouver anxiety counsellor you can look for a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Psychologist, or Social Worker trained in evidence-based anxiety treatments. Our Vancouver counselling practice specializes in this support!
Some people notice improvement after 8–12 sessions, while others with more severe or long-term anxiety may benefit from more consistent counselling. Your anxiety therapist at Gather & Ground will create a personalized treatment plan for you.
Yes. Our Vancouver counselling clinic provides secure online counselling across British Columbia, including Victoria, Kelowna, and smaller BC communities.
If you have any questions for us prior to booking an appointment or being matched with a therapist, please fill out this contact form and our clinic concierge will get back to you during business hours (Monday- Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm PST).
We look forward to supporting you!
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Anxiety can affect many parts of your life, from work to relationships. Counsellors can provide you with tools and strategies to manage anxiety effectively, improve your emotional resilience, and enhance your quality of life. It's all about giving you the power to overcome anxiety's grip.
