Anxiety Counselling & Compassionate RCC Therapy
Compassionate, Evidence-Informed Support for Anxiety, Stress & Emotional Well-Being
Feeling overwhelmed, constantly worried, or emotionally exhausted can affect every part of life. At Ocean Health Clinic, our Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can better understand anxiety, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting emotional well-being.
Whether you are experiencing persistent worry, panic symptoms, stress related to work or school, burnout, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions, we work collaboratively with you to create a personalized approach that fits your needs and goals.
Professional anxiety counselling in Vancouver and virtual therapy across British Columbia.
Virtual counselling sessions are currently available across British Columbia.
What Is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a natural human response to stress and uncertainty. However, when worry becomes persistent, overwhelming, or begins to interfere with work, relationships, sleep, or daily functioning, professional support can help.
People seek anxiety counselling for many different reasons, including:
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Constant overthinking or excessive worry
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Difficulty relaxing or "switching off"
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Panic attacks or sudden feelings of fear
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Physical symptoms such as muscle tension or racing heart
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Emotional overwhelm or burnout
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Trouble sleeping due to stress or anxiety
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Perfectionism and fear of making mistakes
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Relationship or family stress
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Major life transitions and uncertainty
How Anxiety Counselling Can Help
Our approach goes beyond simply managing symptoms. We help clients explore the deeper emotional patterns, beliefs, and experiences that may be contributing to anxiety while building practical strategies for everyday life.
Counselling may help you:
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Understand your anxiety and stress responses
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Improve emotional regulation
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Develop healthier coping strategies
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Build confidence and self-compassion
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Strengthen personal boundaries
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Reduce feelings of overwhelm and burnout
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Improve relationships and communication
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Feel more grounded and connected in daily life
Our Therapeutic Approach
At Ocean Health Clinic, our counselling services are client-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based care. Depending on your individual needs, therapy may incorporate:
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Trauma-Informed Counselling
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EMDR-Informed Approaches
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Somatic Therapy
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Attachment-Based Therapy
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Mindfulness-Based Practices
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)-Informed Interventions
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Emotion Regulation and Nervous System Support
We believe healing involves both the mind and the body. Therapy is tailored to your pace, your goals, and what feels safe and manageable for you.
Anxiety, Stress & Burnout Support
Many clients come to us because they feel emotionally drained, chronically stressed, or disconnected from themselves. Anxiety and burnout often go hand in hand, especially for students, professionals, caregivers, and individuals navigating major life changes.
Our counsellors support clients experiencing:
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Anxiety and chronic stress
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Burnout and emotional exhaustion
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Emotional overwhelm
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Self-esteem and confidence challenges
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Relationship concerns
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Trauma and childhood trauma
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Attachment wounds
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Personal growth and life transitions
Meet Our Counselling Team
Farah AlHomoud, MA, RCC
Farah provides trauma-informed counselling with a focus on anxiety, emotional regulation, EMDR-informed therapy, somatic approaches, attachment-based work, and women's mental health. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care.
Nikta Niazi, MCP, RCC, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
Nikta integrates counselling with mindfulness, emotion-focused techniques, and clinical hypnotherapy to help clients better understand emotional patterns, reduce anxiety, improve confidence, and create meaningful change.