Anxiety Therapy In Winnipeg

Anxiety can feel overwhelming - but you don’t have to face it alone. At West End Therapy, our registered therapists provide evidence-based anxiety therapy in Winnipeg, helping you navigate fear, worry, and uncertainty with care and compassion. Whether you’re coping with social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, or other anxiety disorders, our team is here to support your healing journey toward calm and confidence.

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Struggling With Anxiety? Find Support And Relief At West End Therapy

Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time when navigating life’s challenges. However, anxiety becomes problematic when it starts to interfere with your daily routines, relationships, or ability to enjoy life. Therapy can support you in managing and recovering from anxiety that has become persistent and is affecting your quality of life.

At West End Therapy, we understand that anxiety manifests differently for everyone. Our therapists typically integrate a number of different approaches, including cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based techniques, to help you gain control over your thoughts and emotions. We believe that therapy is not just about reducing symptoms - it’s about empowering you to build resilience, practice stress management, and live a more fulfilling life.

Our private practice provides a safe, confidential space where you can explore the underlying causes of anxiety and receive support in your journey to overcome anxiety step by step, with guidance from skilled professionals who care.

What Does Anxiety Feel Like? Understanding The Impact

Anxiety can affect both the mind and body, often in unexpected ways. You may experience racing thoughts, constant worry, restlessness, or physical symptoms such as muscle tension, rapid heartbeat, or difficulty sleeping. Some people describe anxiety as feeling trapped in a cycle of “what ifs,” while others feel disconnected or on edge for no clear reason.

It’s also common for anxiety to coexist with depression, making daily life feel even more overwhelming. Children and adolescents can also experience intense worry or fear that disrupts school, friendships, and family life.

At West End Therapy in Winnipeg, we help clients of all ages understand how anxiety affects their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Through compassionate support and blending systemic, experiential, and behaviour therapy approaches, we’ll work together to identify triggers, break unhelpful patterns, and develop healthier coping strategies.


How Anxiety Therapy Can Help You Overcome Fear And Worry

Through anxiety therapy, you can gain the tools and insight you need to manage anxious thoughts and feelings more effectively. At West End Therapy, our therapists integrate a variety of approaches, including but not limited to: Mindfulness, emotionally-focused techniques, EMDR, and cognitive behaviour therapy techniques, when working with anxiety disorders.

Through individual therapy, you’ll learn to:

  • Recognize and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns

  • Build practical coping skills for stressful situations

  • Reduce physical symptoms of anxiety through stress management strategies

  • Improve self-awareness and emotional regulation

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) empowers clients to understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, helping you learn ways to take back control of your mental and emotional well-being. Over time, this process fosters confidence, calmness, and long-lasting change - helping you in overcoming anxiety and restoring balance to your life.


Your Path To Calm: What To Expect From Anxiety Therapy

Beginning therapy can feel intimidating. At West End Therapy, we strive to make it a positive and welcoming experience from the very first session.

During your initial consultation, one of our registered therapists will take time to understand your unique situation, history, and goals. Together, you’ll create a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your needs.

Sessions often include:

  • Learning how anxiety works

  • Practicing relaxation and stress management techniques

  • Exploring underlying thoughts and beliefs that contribute to anxiety

  • Building new coping strategies to handle life’s challenges more effectively

Whether you’re dealing with social anxiety, panic attacks, or general worry, we’ll move at your pace, ensuring you feel supported and understood every step of the way. Our goal is to help you regain confidence, enjoy meaningful relationships, and find calm in your everyday life.

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The Science Behind Anxiety Therapy: How It Works

Modern mental health research has typically focused on cognitive behavioural therapy, which has been shown to be effective in learning to manage anxiety. This approach focuses on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns and replacing them with realistic, balanced perspectives.

In addition to CBT, our therapists use other therapy approaches to provide a well-rounded, person-centred, and anti-oppressive therapy experience. This may include other approaches, including somatic and emotion-focused approaches, family systems theory, narrative therapy, Polyvagal theory, and mindfulness-based techniques, to name a few. Many different approaches can help build skills in regulating emotions and building resilience. For clients experiencing multiple concerns, such as depression or life transitions, integrated therapy approaches can provide comprehensive support tailored to your unique experience.

At West End Therapy, our therapists will join you in helping retrain your brain’s response to fear, uncertainty, and stress - creating measurable improvements in mood, confidence, and overall well-being.

Types Of Anxiety Disorders We Treat

Our private practice provides specialized care for a range of anxiety disorders and related conditions, including:

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) - chronic worry about everyday situations

  • Social Anxiety Disorder - fear of judgment, embarrassment, or rejection in social settings

  • Panic Disorder - sudden and intense episodes of fear or panic attacks

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviours used to reduce distress

  • Specific Phobias - intense fear of particular objects, activities, or situations

  • Separation Anxiety - common in children and adolescents, involving excessive fear of being apart from caregivers

Whether your anxiety stems from life transitions, trauma, or ongoing stress, our therapists will tailor your individual therapy plan to match your personal needs and goals.

Therapists for Anxiety Therapy

Click here for therapists who are currently accepting new clients.

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Christine Holowick

Christine Holowick, MMFT, BSW/RSW

Individuals (16+), Couples, EMDR

Caroline Beattie

Caroline Beattie, MMFT

Individuals (16+), Couples, Families with Children/Youth

Simon Thome

Simon Thome, MMFT

Individuals (16+), Couples, Families

Services available in English & French

Melissa Pilz

Melissa Pilz, MMFT

Individuals (16+), Couples, Families

Julie Kettle

Julie Kettle, MMFT

Individuals (16+), Couples, Families

Marie Baffoe, Associate Therapist, West End Therapy

Marie Baffoe, MMFT, MSW/RSW

Individuals (16+), Couples, Families with Children/Youth, EMDR

Michael Kurek, Associate Therapist, West End Therapy

Michael Kurek, MMFT

Adults, Couples, Families, EMDR

Mel Clark

Mel Clark, MMFT, CCC

Individuals (16+), Couples, Families

Lena Morina

Lena Morina, MMFT

Families with Children (8+) & Teens, Individuals, Couples

Services available in English & Albanian

Hyoshin Jang

Hyoshin Jang, MMFT, BSW/RSW

Individuals (16+), Couples, Families

Services available in English & Korean

Ioanna Charatsari

Ioanna Charatsari, MMFT 

Families w/ Children (age 6+), Couples, Individuals

Services available in English & Greek

Michelle Lewicki

Michelle Lewicki, MMFT, CCC

Individuals (16+), Couples, Families
Julie Letkeman

Julie Letkeman, MMFT

Individuals (Adults & Youth age 10+), Couples, Families

Why Choose West End Therapy For Anxiety Treatment In Winnipeg?

Choosing the right therapist for anxiety can make all the difference in your recovery. At West End Therapy, we are dedicated to creating a warm, inclusive environment where every client feels seen, supported, and respected.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Registered therapists with expertise in various evidence-based modalities, including cognitive behavioural therapy, and grounded in person-centred approaches to mental health care

  • Compassionate professionals experienced in supporting you to overcome anxiety, depression, and related mental health concerns

  • A private practice that values confidentiality, trust, and honouring your unique experience and personhood

  • Flexible scheduling options for individuals, couples, and children and adolescents

  • A holistic focus on personal growth, stress management, and long-term resilience

We see therapy as a collaborative process - a partnership where we walk alongside you as you navigate your healing journey. Our goal is to help you feel empowered, capable, and ready to face life’s challenges with confidence.

Take The First Step Toward Healing - Book Your Free Consultation Today

You don’t have to let anxiety control your life. At West End Therapy, we believe in your ability to heal and grow - one step at a time. If you’re ready to explore how anxiety therapy in Winnipeg can help you find relief and restore balance, we invite you to reach out today.

Schedule your free consultation to connect with one of our compassionate and skilled therapists.  Or, please fill out our 2-Minute Intake Form to be matched with a therapist to meet your needs. We know it takes courage to reach out, and we typically respond to new inquiries within 24 hours.

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