Therapy for Anxiety
When anxiety starts getting in the way of everyday life
Anxiety is something everyone experiences from time to time. A certain amount of worry can be a normal response to stress, change, or uncertainty. But when anxiety becomes persistent, overwhelming, or starts interfering with school, work, relationships, sleep, or everyday activities, talking with a therapist can help.
At Rebecca Richter Therapy, I provide anxiety therapy for children, teens, young adults, and adults in Winnipeg and through online therapy in Manitoba. Together, we can work toward understanding what is contributing to your anxiety and developing practical ways to feel more confident and in control.
What can anxiety look like?
Anxiety doesn't look the same for everyone. You might experience:
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Constant worry or overthinking
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Feeling restless, tense, or on edge
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Difficulty concentrating
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Trouble falling or staying asleep
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Physical symptoms such as a racing heart, stomach discomfort, or muscle tension
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Fear of making mistakes or disappointing others
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Avoiding situations because they feel overwhelming
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Difficulty making decisions
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Repeatedly seeking reassurance
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Feeling overwhelmed by everyday responsibilities
For teens and young adults, anxiety may also show up as school avoidance, perfectionism, irritability, social withdrawal, or difficulty separating from parents.
How therapy can help
Therapy provides a space where you can slow things down and better understand what's happening beneath the anxiety.
Our work may include:
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Identifying anxious thought patterns
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Understanding how thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and behaviours interact
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Developing strategies for managing overwhelming emotions
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Learning how to respond differently to worry
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Building confidence in situations that currently feel difficult
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Exploring perfectionism, self-criticism, or fear of failure
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Developing healthier coping strategies
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Understanding triggers and patterns that contribute to anxiety
The goal isn't necessarily to eliminate every anxious feeling. Instead, therapy can help you develop the skills and confidence to respond to anxiety without letting it make your decisions for you.
Therapy in Winnipeg and online
I offer therapy in Winnipeg as well as online therapy in Manitoba, providing options that can make counselling more accessible and convenient.
If anxiety has started to affect your daily life, relationships, school, work, or sense of well-being, you don't have to figure it out alone.
Ready to take the next step?
Book a free 15-minute consultation to see whether therapy with Rebecca Richter may be a good fit for you or your child/teen.