Counselling for anxiety

Counselors can work with all levels of anxiety. If you're in acute distress, let your counselor know. They may suggest starting with more frequent sessions or recommend additional support. If you ever feel unsafe or in crisis, Tele MANAS is free and confidential on 14416, at any hour.

Counseling doesn't erase anxiety, but it teaches you how to respond to it differently. Over time, it becomes less controlling.

Counseling and medication work differently. Some people do both. Your counselor can discuss what might help and suggest you talk to a doctor if medication seems relevant.

It varies. Some people feel better after a few sessions. Others work with a counselor for months to build lasting change.

On Leshya, look for counselors who list anxiety among the areas they work with, and read how each one describes their approach. You can filter by the language you speak and the price that suits you. If the first counselor is not the right fit, you can choose someone else.