Trauma-Informed Counselling For Anxiety

Certain levels of anxiety are a natural part of being human — we all experience sensations, emotions, thoughts, or behaviours that can feel unsettling at times. But sometimes, anxiety can take over and start to shape how we live our daily lives. The more power we give it, the more it can limit our choices, relationships, and sense of safety. Trauma-informed counselling for anxiety can help you regain control. 

Anxiety can show up in many ways: for some, it surfaces at work or during a job interview. For others, it appears in social situations, when dating, or when trying to make new connections. Many people live with a constant hum of worry about the future. Anxiety can also be linked to past trauma, nervous system dysregulation, or the ongoing impact of systemic oppression and racism.

Our trauma-informed framework integrates nervous system regulation and polyvagal theory to help ease anxiety at its roots — not just the thoughts, but the body’s response too. Together, we’ll work gently and at your pace to help you feel safer, calmer, and more connected to your inner strength and resilience.

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Counselling for anxiety

A safe, integrative process to alleviate anxiety

In our work together, we’ll gently explore your symptoms and what you hope to change or heal. Using an integrative approach, we combine evidence-based tools like EMDR and parts work therapy. Together, we’ll build awareness, strengthen practical skills, and create a safe space for every part of you to feel heard and supported. You’ll also receive transparent, honest psychoeducation to help you understand your anxiety and begin reclaiming a sense of agency over your mind and body.

You can reconnect with calm, clarity, and control. Our trauma-informed counselling honours your whole self—body, mind, and nervous system—as you move toward meaningful change. We’re here to walk alongside you and help you stay connected to your healing goals.

Benefits of trauma-informed counselling for anxiety

Our trauma-informed counselling for anxiety supports healing not just through talk, but through the body, nervous system, and the safety of a supportive relationship. Here’s how it can help:

  • Nervous system regulation through the body

    Learn body-based tools—like grounding, orienting, and breathwork — to gently shift out of anxiety states so you can settle your system and feel more present in your body.

  • Understanding body-mind connection

    We explore how your body stores anxiety and how your thoughts, sensations, and emotions interact. This somatic awareness helps reduce confusion and encourages more gentleness towards yourself.

  • Relational healing through co-regulation

    Anxiety often influences how we interact with others. Through somatic and relational work, you’ll develop a sense of safety in connection—learning to notice your cues, set boundaries, and feel more comfortable around others.

  • Rebuilding inner safety and self-trust

    As you listen to your body’s signals and respond with care, you reconnect with your intuition and inner wisdom—laying the foundation for lasting confidence and resilience.

Who you will be working with

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Hi, I’m Natalie — a trauma-informed counsellor with over 14 years of experience helping people heal from anxiety, trauma, and loss. My integrative approach draws on polyvagal theory, recognizing the deep connection between anxiety and nervous system dysregulation. I offer counselling that is gentle, trauma-informed, and grounded in anti-oppressive practice. I’m here to support you at your pace and help you reconnect with your inner strength and sense of safety.

Benefits of working with Bright Horizon Therapies

Experienced evidence-based support for anxiety

With over 14 years of experience in trauma and emotional healing, you’ll receive care that’s skilled, grounded, and tailored to your unique experience of anxiety. This trauma-informed approach integrates evidence-based methods such as EMDR and parts work therapy—effective tools for regulating the nervous system, calming anxious responses, and restoring emotional balance.

Personalized, trauma-informed care

Your experience of anxiety is unique—and so is your healing journey. Trauma-informed anxiety counselling is tailored to meet your specific needs, goals, and nervous system responses. Sessions are paced collaboratively, respecting your boundaries, history, and the tools that feel most supportive for you.

Empowerment through inner work

Our work supports you in reconnecting with your inner voice and body wisdom—building confidence, self-trust, and resilience to navigate anxiety with greater ease and lasting strength.

Affirming, culturally aware support rooted in social justice

We reject one-size-fits-all approaches to anxiety and instead offer trauma-informed counselling grounded in anti-oppressive and anti-racist principles. This care honours your cultural context and lived experience, creating a safe, inclusive space where your whole self is respected and supported.

Flexible pricing to support access

Our variable pricing scheme ensures that trauma-informed counselling for anxiety remains accessible to a diverse range of clients. We honour individual financial circumstances while supporting your healing and personal growth.

If this speaks to you, let's begin

If this approach to work with anxiety resonates with you, I’d be honoured to get to know you.

I offer a free consultation so you can explore your options in a safe, supportive space. You can book through our secure online booking system or send me a direct message via my contact page —whatever works better for you. 

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