Anxiety Counselling Kitchener

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Online Therapy for Anxiety and Depression
Generally speaking, we all have a lot going on in
our busy, 21st Century lives. I know for me
personally, two of my main stressors are work and
maintaining relationships because they are
non-negotiable priorities for me. But there are
also plenty of other seemingly micro stressors
that add to the weight of it all.
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Online Therapy for Anxiety and Depression
Things like worrying about finances, managing
social pressure, trying not to over-exercise or
stress about eating the right foods are just a
few other examples that jump to mind. To make it
that extra bit more challenging, our ability to
cope with these stressors is heavily impacted by
where we are in our hormonal cycle (for women),
whether or not we are in a good space with
friends and family, or even what we have recently
put into our bodies in terms of food and
drinks. But this kind of stress is all mostly
normal. While stress can oftentimes build up and
feel totally overwhelming, we are always able to
cope and see a faint light at the end of the
tunnel. But the same cannot always be said for
those who are experiencing chronic anxiety.
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Stress vs. Anxiety
Both stress and anxiety are emotional responses,
but stress is most often caused by external
triggers. These could be short-term triggers such
as an upcoming work deadline or an argument with
a loved one, or more long-term triggers such as
living with a disability or experiencing
descrimination. Anxiety, on the other hand, is
defined by the American Psychological Association
(APA) as persistent, excessive worries that
dont go away even in the absence of a
stressor. Stress and anxiety share very similar
symptoms
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Stress vs. Anxiety
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Anxiety disorder counselling depression
counselling
No matter the severity of anxiety you may be
experiencing, or whether or not you feel you have
a right to feel depressed, it is important to
know that these feelings are not something you
have to simply accept and live with. Counselling
for depression and anxiety is a highly effective
tool that doesnt only deal with the symptoms of
anxiety or depression. It also uncovers the root
causes of these disorders. For those struggling
with anxiety, anxiety counselling will teach you
how to relax, help you to look at situations in
new, less frightening ways, and give you the
tools to develop better problem-solving skills
and healthier coping mechanisms. Similarly,
depression counselling can help you to identify,
address and manage negative, self-defeating
thoughts that may affect the way you behave.
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Online therapy for anxiety and depression
The idea of online counselling for anxiety and
depression can feel overwhelming. Its natural to
want to first connect in-person with the
therapist with whom you will be sharing your most
vulnerable thoughts and feelings. And then, once
trust has been established, possibly move into an
online space further down the line. But the one
positive takeaway from the Covid pandemic is that
the need for connection, in a time where social
distancing has become the norm, has forced highly
reputable counsellors and psychotherapists to
provide an online option and make their services
more accessible to the masses. Online therapy for
anxiety and depression can help you avoid the
expense and inconvenience of having to meet
in-person, and being in a comfortable environment
can make it easier to talk more openly about your
issues.
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COCA Psychotherapys Kitchener psychology Centre
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COCA Psychotherapys Kitchener psychology Centre
When it comes to depression counselling, COCAs
Kitchener therapists make use of a number of
methods depending on the requirements of the
patient. A commonly used method is Satir
Transformational Systemic Therapy (STST), also
known as the Satir method. Put simply, STST uses
techniques such as role play, guided
contemplation, and family sculpting to address a
persons dynamic within their family unit. The
theory is that learning more about our family
history and how it impacts our current coping
strategies can be helpful to learn how to break
negative behaviour patterns or ways of thinking. 
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COCA Psychotherapys Kitchener psychology Centre
We cannot emphasise enough how important it is to
seek help from licensed counsellors,
especially during the current uncertain times we
find ourselves in. Becoming more aware of how we
cope under stress and how we relate to others as
a result can impact how we heal.Are you
experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above
or have a loved one who is struggling with
depression? Please dont hesitate to contact
us here to book an appointment or give us a call
on 226-336-5787 for a free consultation over the
phone.
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Kitchener therapists strong discuss what it means
when loved ones say I am depressed
The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates
that close to 300 million people worldwide
struggle with depression disorder. Since the
onset of Covid-19, the depression rates in North
America specifically have shot up. According to
the NHIS, prior to the pandemic, from January to
June 2019, 1 in 10 adults reported symptoms of
anxiety or depressive disorder. This has
increased dramatically during the pandemic, where
it is now reported that 4 in 10 adults are
struggling with these same symptoms.
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About Us
COCA Psychotherapy is a virtual private practice
providing counselling and psychotherapy services
in Canada. Our practice is committed to
anti-oppressive, anti-discriminatory
and anti-racist work. We are BIPOC, LBGT2SQ,
neurodivergent, polyamory and gender
inclusive We have a diverse set of clinicians
with lived experience, using a variety of
psychotherapeutic approaches tailored to each
clients needs.
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Land Acknowledgement
We respectfully acknowledge that the land on
which we reside and work is the traditional
territory of Indigenous peoples. We recognize
this to be one of many steps to take part in the
calls to action made by the Truth and
Reconciliation Commission of Canada. We continue
to explore ways in which we can continue to
support and be allies to Indigenous communities.
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Contact Info

• 226-336-5787
• 877-631-0126
• hello_at_cocapsychotherapy.com

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