Anxiety Counselling and Therapy in Surrey BC
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At Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback in Surrey, BC, our therapists provide compassionate Registered Clinical Counselling, EMDR therapy, neurofeedback, and online counselling for people experiencing anxiety, panic, social anxiety, stress, and nervous system overwhelm.
Anxiety Counselling May Help If
Anxiety looks different for everyone. You might recognize some of these experiences:
- Constant worry or a mind that will not switch off
- Panic symptoms such as a racing heart, chest tightness, or sudden fear
- Racing thoughts and difficulty concentrating
- Trouble falling or staying asleep
- Avoiding situations, places, or conversations that feel stressful
- Fear of judgment or anxiety in social settings
- Persistent worry about your health or physical symptoms
- Perfectionism, people pleasing, or difficulty saying no
- Work, school, or relationship stress that feels hard to manage
- Feeling keyed up, tense, or unable to relax
You do not need a diagnosis, or to know exactly what kind of anxiety you have, to begin. A counsellor can help you make sense of it together.
Why Choose Sojourn for Anxiety Therapy in Surrey?
At Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback, anxiety care is provided by a team of Registered Clinical Counsellors, supervised intern counsellors, and neurofeedback providers with experience supporting anxiety, panic, trauma, stress, sleep disruption, and nervous system dysregulation. Our Cloverdale, Surrey clinic offers both counselling and neurofeedback, so you can choose talk therapy, brain based support, or an integrated approach depending on your needs.
- Registered Clinical Counsellors and supervised intern counsellors
- In person anxiety therapy in Cloverdale, Surrey
- Online anxiety counselling across BC
- Experience with anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, health anxiety, trauma, and stress
- Integrated options including CBT informed therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, attachment based therapy, and neurofeedback
- Direct online booking through JaneApp
Anxiety Therapy and Counselling at Sojourn
Anxiety can feel exhausting, overwhelming, and difficult to escape. For some people it shows up as constant worry, racing thoughts, muscle tension, panic attacks, difficulty sleeping, or a sense that their nervous system is always “on.” Others experience social anxiety, perfectionism, overthinking, irritability, trouble concentrating, digestive symptoms, or avoidance of situations that feel stressful or unpredictable.
At Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback, we understand that anxiety is not simply something you should “push through.” Anxiety often develops as the nervous system attempts to protect you from perceived danger, uncertainty, overwhelm, or emotional pain. While anxiety can sometimes be helpful in short bursts, chronic anxiety can begin to interfere with relationships, work, parenting, sleep, confidence, and overall quality of life.
Our therapists provide compassionate, evidence-informed Registered Clinical Counselling for individuals experiencing anxiety, panic, stress, and nervous system dysregulation. We tailor therapy to the individual, integrating approaches such as EMDR therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, CBT, emotionally focused therapy, attachment-based therapy, process oriented psychotherapy, and neurofeedback depending on your goals and experiences.
Whether your anxiety feels recent or something you have struggled with for years, therapy can help you better understand your patterns, develop practical coping tools, improve emotional regulation, and begin feeling safer and more grounded in daily life. We offer both in-person anxiety therapy in Surrey, BC and online counselling across British Columbia.
What Anxiety Can Feel Like
Anxiety is more than simply “feeling stressed.” It can affect your thoughts, emotions, body, relationships, and daily functioning in ways that are difficult to explain to others. Many people experiencing anxiety describe feeling mentally exhausted from constant worry while simultaneously feeling physically tense, restless, or unable to fully relax.
For some individuals, anxiety feels like an ongoing sense that something bad could happen at any moment. Others experience sudden waves of panic, fear in social situations, intrusive thoughts, perfectionism, difficulty making decisions, or a strong need to stay in control. Anxiety can also become discouraging when it begins interfering with work, school, parenting, relationships, sleep, or confidence.
Common emotional and physical symptoms of anxiety may include:
- Constant worry or overthinking
- Racing thoughts or difficulty “shutting off” the mind
- Muscle tension, headaches, or jaw clenching
- Difficulty sleeping or waking feeling exhausted
- Panic attacks or feelings of dread
- Digestive issues, nausea, or appetite changes
- Irritability or emotional overwhelm
- Difficulty concentrating or staying present
- Avoidance of stressful situations
- Fear of judgment, embarrassment, or rejection
- Feeling “on edge” or constantly alert
- People pleasing or difficulty setting boundaries
Sometimes anxiety develops gradually over time, while for others it may intensify following stressful life events, trauma, burnout, relationship difficulties, health concerns, or major transitions. In many cases, anxiety is deeply connected to the nervous system’s attempt to anticipate danger and create safety.
Therapy for anxiety can help you better understand these patterns while developing healthier ways of responding to stress, uncertainty, emotions, and nervous system activation. If social situations are a major source of distress, you may also wish to learn more about our
social anxiety therapy services.
Types of Anxiety We Support
Anxiety can show up in different ways. Some people experience constant worry, while others struggle with panic attacks, social fears, health-related fears, or sleep disruption. These pages offer more focused information about the different forms of anxiety we support at Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback.
- Generalized anxiety disorder therapy for chronic worry, overthinking, and difficulty tolerating uncertainty.
- Panic attack therapy for sudden waves of fear, physical panic symptoms, and avoidance.
- Social anxiety therapy for fear of judgment, embarrassment, or rejection in social situations.
- Health anxiety therapy for persistent fear about illness, symptoms, or medical uncertainty.
- Sleep anxiety therapy for racing thoughts, nighttime anxiety, and anxiety-related insomnia.
- Pregnancy and postpartum counselling for perinatal anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and adjustment during pregnancy or after birth.
- Neurofeedback for anxiety for nervous system regulation and support alongside counselling.
- Online anxiety therapy across BC through secure video and telephone counselling.
For some people, anxiety centres on relationships: reassurance seeking, fear of abandonment, or worry about where you stand with others. When anxiety follows this pattern, attachment trauma and anxiety may be worth exploring together.
How Anxiety Therapy Can Help
Anxiety therapy is not about eliminating all stress or worry from your life. Instead, therapy helps you develop a healthier relationship with anxiety so it no longer controls your thoughts, behaviours, relationships, or nervous system. Over time, many people begin feeling more grounded, emotionally regulated, confident, and capable of responding to life’s challenges without becoming overwhelmed.
At Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback, we take an individualized approach to therapy for anxiety. Some clients benefit from learning practical coping strategies and emotional regulation skills, while others benefit from exploring deeper patterns connected to trauma, attachment experiences, perfectionism, people pleasing, or chronic nervous system activation.
Anxiety therapy may help you:
- Reduce constant worry and overthinking
- Better understand triggers and anxiety patterns
- Develop tools for calming the nervous system
- Improve emotional regulation and resilience
- Decrease panic attacks and physical symptoms of anxiety
- Feel more comfortable in social or relationship situations
- Reduce avoidance behaviours and fear-based patterns
- Improve sleep, concentration, and daily functioning
- Strengthen confidence, boundaries, and self-awareness
- Process unresolved experiences contributing to anxiety
Therapy can also help you recognize that anxiety is often not simply a “thinking problem.” Anxiety commonly involves the body and nervous system as well. When the nervous system becomes stuck in a prolonged state of alertness or threat detection, it can become difficult to fully relax, feel emotionally safe, or remain present. This is one reason many clients benefit from approaches that support both emotional processing and nervous system regulation.
Depending on your goals and needs, your therapist may integrate approaches such as EMDR therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, CBT, emotionally focused approaches, attachment-focused work, or neurofeedback to support greater flexibility and resilience within the nervous system.
Many people begin therapy feeling discouraged that anxiety has become such a dominant part of their lives. With support, insight, and consistent practice, it is possible to experience meaningful change and develop a greater sense of calm, connection, and confidence.
Our Approaches to Anxiety Counselling
There is no single approach that works for everyone experiencing anxiety. Some people benefit from practical strategies that help reduce anxious thoughts and behaviours, while others benefit from deeper work focused on emotional experiences, attachment patterns, trauma, or nervous system regulation. At Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback, our therapists tailor therapy to the individual rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
Depending on your needs, goals, and preferences, your therapist may integrate a variety of evidence-informed approaches to support lasting change and emotional resilience.
CBT for Anxiety in Surrey
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used, evidence informed approaches for anxiety. CBT helps you recognize and shift patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to anxiety, including identifying anxious thought patterns, challenging catastrophic thinking, reducing avoidance, and building practical coping skills you can use between sessions. Several of our Surrey counsellors draw on CBT for anxiety, often alongside other approaches, depending on your goals.
EMDR Therapy
For some individuals, anxiety is closely connected to unresolved or overwhelming experiences stored within the nervous system. EMDR therapy can help process distressing experiences that may be contributing to hypervigilance, panic, emotional overwhelm, or chronic nervous system activation.
Mindfulness and Nervous System Regulation
Anxiety often pulls attention into the future and keeps the body in a state of tension or alertness. Mindfulness-based approaches can help individuals become more present, aware of bodily sensations, and able to respond to stress with greater flexibility and calm.
Emotionally Focused and Attachment Based Therapy
Anxiety is often influenced by relational experiences, attachment patterns, and emotional safety. Emotionally focused and attachment-oriented approaches help individuals better understand emotional needs, relationship dynamics, and the protective patterns that may contribute to anxiety.
Internal Family Systems Informed Therapy
Some clients experience anxiety as different “parts” of themselves attempting to create safety, control, or protection. IFS-informed therapy can help individuals develop greater self-awareness, compassion, and internal balance while reducing inner conflict and overwhelm.
Neurofeedback
Neurofeedback is a non-invasive approach that supports nervous system flexibility and self-regulation. Some clients experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, sleep difficulties, or nervous system dysregulation choose to integrate neurofeedback alongside counselling to support emotional resilience and overall wellbeing.
Our goal is not simply to teach coping strategies, but to help you develop a deeper sense of emotional safety, flexibility, self-understanding, and confidence in your ability to navigate life’s challenges.
For people who have tried hard to think their way out of anxiety without lasting relief, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for anxiety offers a different route: making room for anxious thoughts and sensations while taking steps toward what matters to you.
Neurofeedback for Anxiety and Nervous System Regulation
Anxiety is not experienced only in the mind — it is also experienced within the body and nervous system. Many individuals living with chronic anxiety notice that even when they logically know they are safe, their body continues responding as though danger is present. This can lead to persistent tension, hypervigilance, racing thoughts, sleep difficulties, emotional overwhelm, difficulty relaxing, or feeling constantly “on edge.”
At Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback, some clients choose to integrate
neurofeedback
alongside counselling to support nervous system flexibility and emotional regulation. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive training process designed to help the brain become more adaptable and resilient over time.
We primarily offer NeurOptimal® neurofeedback, a dynamical neurofeedback system that provides the brain with real-time information about its own activity. Rather than forcing the brain into a particular state, NeurOptimal® is designed to support the brain’s natural ability to self-correct and reorganize more efficiently.
Individuals experiencing anxiety sometimes report improvements in areas such as:
- Stress tolerance and emotional resilience
- Sleep quality and physical relaxation
- Racing thoughts and mental overwhelm
- Emotional regulation and reactivity
- Focus and mental clarity
- Recovery from chronic stress and burnout
- Overall sense of calm and nervous system balance
Neurofeedback may be particularly appealing for individuals who feel “stuck” in chronic activation, struggle to fully access calm despite insight and coping skills, or want a more nervous system-focused approach alongside therapy.
Some clients participate in neurofeedback sessions at our Surrey office, while others choose our
home neurofeedback rental program, which allows household members to access unlimited sessions during the rental period.
While neurofeedback is not a replacement for therapy or medical care, many individuals find that combining counselling with nervous system regulation approaches creates a more integrated and supportive path toward healing and resilience.
When anxiety shows up mainly in the body, a racing heart, tight chest, restlessness or a system that will not settle, somatic therapy offers body based tools such as grounding, tracking sensation and paced breathing that complement CBT, ACT and neurofeedback.
If you would like to understand this in more depth, we have written about the science of why anxiety can feel stuck and what research on brain dynamics suggests about how patterns shift.
Therapists for Anxiety at Sojourn
Everyone on our team is trained to support anxiety. Finding the right therapist for anxiety is an important part of the counselling process. Different individuals connect with different therapeutic styles, personalities, and approaches, which is why we encourage clients to find a therapist who feels like a good fit for their needs, comfort level, and goals.
At Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback, our team includes therapists experienced in supporting individuals struggling with generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, trauma-related anxiety, chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, perfectionism, and burnout. Our clinicians integrate approaches such as CBT, EMDR, emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, attachment-focused work, IFS-informed approaches, and neurofeedback depending on the individual’s needs and goals.
You can learn more about our team of therapists by visiting our staff page or exploring the profiles of clinicians who commonly support clients experiencing anxiety:
- Katherine Ouano – RCC with formal DBT training (Levels 1 and 2), supporting children, youth, and adults experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and trauma-related concerns through DBT informed counselling and neurofeedback; evening and weekend appointments. Book with Katherine.
- Alexandra Defazio – counsellor offering anxiety therapy informed by IFS, EFT, and ACT approaches, with counselling available in both English and Spanish.
- Jonathan Wieser – RCC and RMFT providing anxiety therapy, EMDR, couples therapy, and neurofeedback.
- Loretta Thorgeirson – RCC with extensive experience supporting youth, neurodiverse individuals, families, and school-related anxiety challenges.
- Sarah Ball – Master’s level intern counsellor offering low cost counselling with an emotionally focused, trauma informed, attachment based approach that may help with anxiety and emotional regulation. Book with Sarah.
- Joel Braun – Master of Counselling intern offering low cost counselling for adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, and life transitions, drawing on emotionally focused approaches, ACT, and mindfulness. Book with Joel.
Some individuals seeking therapy for anxiety also appreciate working with therapists who offer specialized approaches such as EMDR therapy or neurofeedback, particularly when anxiety is connected to trauma, chronic stress, nervous system dysregulation, or emotional overwhelm.
We also offer low-cost counselling with supervised intern counsellors for individuals seeking more affordable therapy options while still receiving compassionate and professional support.
Anxiety in younger clients often looks different from anxiety in adults. If you are looking for counselling for an anxious child or teen, several of our counsellors work specifically with children and youth.
Evidence Informed Anxiety Care
Anxiety therapy at Sojourn may include practical CBT informed strategies for worry and avoidance, mindfulness and grounding skills for nervous system regulation, EMDR when anxiety is connected to distressing memories, and neurofeedback when clients want support for stress resilience, sleep, or emotional regulation. We tailor the approach to each person rather than using one method for everyone.
To learn more about anxiety from trusted Canadian sources, see CAMH and the Canadian Mental Health Association.
In Person and Online Anxiety Therapy
We offer both in-person anxiety counselling at our Surrey office and secure online counselling for clients located throughout British Columbia. Some individuals prefer the experience of meeting face-to-face in a calming therapeutic environment, while others appreciate the convenience, accessibility, and comfort of online therapy from home. Book online or telephone counselling.
Our office is located in Surrey, BC and supports individuals from surrounding communities including Cloverdale, Langley, White Rock, South Surrey, Delta, and the broader Fraser Valley. Free parking is available at our Cloverdale office. Online counselling allows clients across BC to access therapy even when commuting, childcare, health concerns, work schedules, or geographic location make in-person appointments more difficult.
Many clients find online anxiety therapy to be highly effective, particularly for:
- Busy schedules and limited availability
- Social anxiety or difficulty leaving home
- Parents balancing childcare responsibilities
- Professionals managing workplace stress and burnout
- Individuals living outside the Lower Mainland
- Clients seeking greater flexibility and convenience
Whether sessions are conducted online or in person, our therapists aim to create a supportive, emotionally safe, and collaborative environment where clients can explore anxiety with greater understanding and self-compassion.
If you are interested in online sessions, you can learn more about our
online counselling services across British Columbia.
If you are unsure which therapist may be the best fit, our
staff page
allows you to explore therapist profiles, approaches, and availability before booking.
Appointments can be booked directly through our secure online booking system. We offer anxiety therapy for adults, youth, couples, and families, with both Registered Clinical Counsellors and
lower-cost counselling options
available.
Book Anxiety Therapy in Surrey or Online Across BC
Reaching out for support can feel difficult when you are already overwhelmed, exhausted, or anxious about opening up to someone new. Many people wait longer than they need to before seeking help, often hoping the anxiety will improve on its own or feeling uncertain about whether therapy is the “right” step. You do not need to have everything figured out before beginning counselling.
At Sojourn Counselling and Neurofeedback, we aim to make the process of starting therapy feel as straightforward and supportive as possible. Whether you are struggling with constant worry, panic attacks, social anxiety, burnout, emotional overwhelm, or chronic stress, our therapists are here to help you better understand what you are experiencing and move toward greater calm, resilience, and emotional balance.
We offer:
- In-person anxiety therapy in Surrey, BC
- Secure online counselling across British Columbia
- Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs)
- Lower-cost counselling options with supervised intern counsellors
- Neurofeedback services for nervous system regulation
- Flexible online booking through Jane App
You can explore therapist profiles and appointment availability through our
online booking page,
or learn more about our clinicians on our
staff page.
Our office is located at Unit 211 – 17696 65A Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 5N4.
Phone: 1-778-381-5868
Email: info@sojourncounselling.com
From Our Blog
How to Book Anxiety Counselling
- Review therapist profiles. Explore our counsellors and find someone whose approach and focus feel like a good fit.
- Choose a time through online booking. View current availability and fees, then book through our secure JaneApp booking page.
- Attend in person or online. Meet at our Cloverdale, Surrey office or connect by secure video anywhere in BC.
Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety Therapy
What is anxiety therapy?
Anxiety therapy helps individuals better understand anxious thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and nervous system patterns while developing healthier ways of coping with stress, uncertainty, panic, and emotional overwhelm. Therapy may involve practical coping strategies, emotional processing, nervous system regulation, or deeper exploration of patterns contributing to anxiety.
How do I know if I should see a therapist for anxiety?
Therapy may be helpful if anxiety is interfering with your daily life, relationships, sleep, work, confidence, or overall wellbeing. Many people seek support when they notice constant worry, panic attacks, overthinking, emotional overwhelm, avoidance behaviours, difficulty relaxing, or feeling “stuck” in chronic stress.
Do you offer therapy for social anxiety?
Yes. Our therapists support individuals experiencing social anxiety, fear of judgment, difficulty in social situations, performance anxiety, and avoidance related to social interactions. You can learn more on our social anxiety therapy page.
Do you provide online anxiety counselling?
Yes. We offer secure online counselling across British Columbia in addition to in-person appointments at our Surrey office.
What therapy approaches do you use for anxiety?
Our therapists may integrate CBT, EMDR therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, emotionally focused therapy, attachment-focused work, IFS-informed therapy, and neurofeedback depending on your goals and needs. We tailor therapy to the individual rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
Can neurofeedback help with anxiety?
Some individuals experiencing anxiety choose to integrate neurofeedback alongside counselling to support nervous system flexibility, stress resilience, emotional regulation, and sleep. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive approach designed to support the brain’s ability to self-regulate more efficiently.
Do you offer lower cost anxiety counselling?
Yes. We offer low-cost counselling with supervised intern counsellors for individuals seeking more affordable therapy options.
How much does anxiety therapy cost?
Sessions with Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) typically range from $160–$175, while sessions with intern counsellors are $60. Current rates and therapist availability can be viewed through our online booking page.
How do I book an appointment?
Appointments can be booked directly through our online booking system. You can also explore therapist profiles on our
staff page to help determine which clinician may be the best fit for your needs.
What type of therapy is best for anxiety?
There is no single best therapy for everyone. Research supports several evidence informed approaches, including CBT, EMDR where anxiety is linked to distressing experiences, mindfulness and nervous system regulation, and emotionally focused or attachment based work. Many clients find a blended approach helpful, and your counsellor tailors the plan to your goals.
Do you offer CBT for anxiety in Surrey?
Yes. Several of our Surrey counsellors draw on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for anxiety, often alongside other approaches such as mindfulness, EMDR, or neurofeedback. CBT can help you work with anxious thoughts, reduce avoidance, and build practical coping skills.
What is the difference between anxiety, panic attacks, and generalized anxiety?
Anxiety is a broad term for worry, tension, and a nervous system on alert. Panic attacks are sudden, intense surges of fear with strong physical symptoms; learn more on our panic attack therapy page. Generalized anxiety is ongoing, hard to control worry across many areas of life; learn more on our generalized anxiety disorder therapy page.
Can EMDR help with anxiety?
For some people, anxiety is connected to distressing memories or experiences the nervous system has not fully processed. EMDR therapy is one evidence informed option that may help reduce the emotional intensity tied to those experiences. Your counsellor can help you decide whether it fits your goals.
How do I choose an anxiety counsellor?
Fit matters. You can review approaches, focus areas, and availability on our staff page and choose the counsellor who feels right for you. If you are unsure, you can reach out and we will help guide you.
Should I book anxiety counselling if I am not sure what type of anxiety I have?
Yes. You do not need a diagnosis or a label to begin. Starting with broad anxiety counselling is a good first step, and your counsellor can help you understand what you are experiencing and where to focus.
If anxiety keeps you from leaving home or entering certain places, we also offer agoraphobia counselling and exposure therapy in Surrey and online.