Overwhelm Therapists
Overwhelm can make even simple tasks feel impossible. Working with a therapist can help you understand what's contributing to these feelings and develop strategies to find balance. Connect with supportive therapists on First Session.
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Joy MacKey
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in AB, BC, NL, NT, SK, MB, NU, YT, and ON.
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Joy MacKey
Registered Psychotherapist
She/her
Offers Free Consultation
ADHD, Empowerment, Mindfulness, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Befriending the Nervous System, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Dating challenges, Ecopsychotherapy, Insomnia, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, Parenting, Parental divorce, Personal Growth, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Sleeping difficulties, Wellness Counselling, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress, Therapy for Teachers
ADHD, Empowerment, Mindfulness, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Befriending the Nervous System, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Dating challenges, Ecopsychotherapy, Insomnia, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, Parenting, Parental divorce, Personal Growth, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Sleeping difficulties, Wellness Counselling, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress, Therapy for Teachers
Alberta, British Columbia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nunavut, Yukon, Ontario
Tanya Gabrielle
Counselling Therapist
Virtual Sessions in BC, AB, MB, ON, NS, QC, and SK.
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Tanya Gabrielle
Counselling Therapist
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Befriending the Nervous System, Building Self-Care Routines, End of Life Support, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Creativity, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Depression, Empowerment, Existential questions, Highly Sensitive Person, Life transitions, Nervous system regulation, Overwhelm, Parenting, Perimenopause mental health support, Personal Growth, Relationship to self and others, Relationships, Self-esteem, Separation and divorce, Trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling, Work-Life Balance, Postnatal Care
Befriending the Nervous System, Building Self-Care Routines, End of Life Support, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Creativity, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Depression, Empowerment, Existential questions, Highly Sensitive Person, Life transitions, Nervous system regulation, Overwhelm, Parenting, Perimenopause mental health support, Personal Growth, Relationship to self and others, Relationships, Self-esteem, Separation and divorce, Trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling, Work-Life Balance, Postnatal Care
British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Saskatchewan
Michelle Fox
Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling - Provisional
Virtual Sessions in AB, SK, MB, NL, NT, YT, and NU.
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Michelle Fox
Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling - Provisional
Offers Free Consultation
Aging, Cancer Support, Life transitions, Burnout, Connecting with your Inherent Power, Coping Skills, Empowerment, General Mental Health, Identity and Self-Exploration, Meaning and purpose, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness, Mindfulness Practices, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Negative thinking and ruminating, Nervous system regulation, Overwhelm, Reconnection to Lifeforce Energy & Vitality, Relationship to self and others, Self-Development, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling
Aging, Cancer Support, Life transitions, Burnout, Connecting with your Inherent Power, Coping Skills, Empowerment, General Mental Health, Identity and Self-Exploration, Meaning and purpose, Mind-body connection, Mindfulness, Mindfulness Practices, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Negative thinking and ruminating, Nervous system regulation, Overwhelm, Reconnection to Lifeforce Energy & Vitality, Relationship to self and others, Self-Development, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Wellness Counselling
Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut
Samantha Rajchel
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Samantha Rajchel
Registered Social Worker
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Attachment wounds, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Relationship to self and others, Anxiety, Building Meaningful Connections, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Deep connections, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Highly Sensitive Person, Life transitions, Maternal mental health, Overwhelm, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Personal Growth, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem
Attachment wounds, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Relationship to self and others, Anxiety, Building Meaningful Connections, Boundaries and boundary setting, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Deep connections, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Highly Sensitive Person, Life transitions, Maternal mental health, Overwhelm, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Personal Growth, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem
Ontario
United States of America
Holly Gunn
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in AB, ON, MB, and SK.
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Holly Gunn
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
she/her
Offers Free Consultation
Life transitions, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Anxiety, Burnout, Women's Health, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Stress, Somatic Therapy, Self-esteem, Relationships, Perinatal, Overwhelm, Nervous system regulation, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Interpersonal dynamics, Identity and Self-Exploration, Empowerment, Emotional regulation, Effective communication, Early childhood, Attachment wounds, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Couples Therapy
Life transitions, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Anxiety, Burnout, Women's Health, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Stress, Somatic Therapy, Self-esteem, Relationships, Perinatal, Overwhelm, Nervous system regulation, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Interpersonal dynamics, Identity and Self-Exploration, Empowerment, Emotional regulation, Effective communication, Early childhood, Attachment wounds, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Couples Therapy
Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan
Timothy Lamont
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Timothy Lamont
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Offers Free Consultation
Depression, Life transitions, Anxiety, ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Career guidance, Career Stress, College or University Coaching, Sports Performance, Relationship to self and others, Perfectionism, People pleasing, Overwhelm, Negative thinking and ruminating, Negative body image, Navigating challenging relationships, Motivation, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Insomnia, Familial and social relationships, Depression coping skills, Decision making
Depression, Life transitions, Anxiety, ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Career guidance, Career Stress, College or University Coaching, Sports Performance, Relationship to self and others, Perfectionism, People pleasing, Overwhelm, Negative thinking and ruminating, Negative body image, Navigating challenging relationships, Motivation, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Insomnia, Familial and social relationships, Depression coping skills, Decision making
British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Yemisi Odesilo
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Yemisi Odesilo
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Aging, Anxiety, Attachment trauma, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Couples Therapy, Depression, Effective communication, Familial and social relationships, General Mental Health, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Overwhelm, Self-esteem, Stress, Transitioning into Adulthood, Trauma, Relationships, Panic attacks, ADHD, Christian counselling
Aging, Anxiety, Attachment trauma, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Couples Therapy, Depression, Effective communication, Familial and social relationships, General Mental Health, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Overwhelm, Self-esteem, Stress, Transitioning into Adulthood, Trauma, Relationships, Panic attacks, ADHD, Christian counselling
Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Newfoundland and Labrador, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Hanna Verhagen
Canadian Certified Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in AB, BC, SK, MB, YT, NT, and NU.
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Hanna Verhagen
Canadian Certified Counsellor
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Highly Sensitive Person, Anxiety, Burnout, Life transitions, General Mental Health, Building Self-Care Routines, Mindfulness Practices, Career Stress, ADHD, Aging, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment wounds, Befriending the Nervous System, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Career guidance, Career Performance, Children/Teens, Creativity, Depression, Emotional regulation, Empowerment, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Negative thinking and ruminating, Nervous system regulation, Overwhelm, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Personal Growth, School challenges, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem, Social anxiety, Transitioning into Adulthood, Trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Vulnerability, Women's Health, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress
Highly Sensitive Person, Anxiety, Burnout, Life transitions, General Mental Health, Building Self-Care Routines, Mindfulness Practices, Career Stress, ADHD, Aging, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment wounds, Befriending the Nervous System, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Meaningful Connections, Career guidance, Career Performance, Children/Teens, Creativity, Depression, Emotional regulation, Empowerment, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Meaning and purpose, Negative thinking and ruminating, Nervous system regulation, Overwhelm, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Personal Growth, School challenges, Self-Criticism, Self-esteem, Social anxiety, Transitioning into Adulthood, Trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Vulnerability, Women's Health, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress
Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
Sharon Jeong
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Sharon Jeong
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Offers Free Consultation
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), ADHD, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Attachment, Work-Life Balance, Mind-body connection, Break-up recovery, Confidence, General Mental Health, Christian counselling, Decision making, Intergenerational trauma, Overwhelm, Low mood, PTSD, Shadow Work, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Stress, Social anxiety, Relationships, Personal Growth, Grief and Loss, Dissociation
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), ADHD, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Attachment, Work-Life Balance, Mind-body connection, Break-up recovery, Confidence, General Mental Health, Christian counselling, Decision making, Intergenerational trauma, Overwhelm, Low mood, PTSD, Shadow Work, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Stress, Social anxiety, Relationships, Personal Growth, Grief and Loss, Dissociation
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Prince Edward Island, Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Yukon, Ontario
United States of America, Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Central & South America
Lindsey Salloway
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in AB and ON.
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Lindsey Salloway
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Adoption, Fertility, Infertility, Anger, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Attachment, Attachment trauma, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Couples Therapy, Depression, Early childhood, Effective communication, Family issues, Emotional regulation, General Mental Health, Maternal mental health, Parenting, Workplace stress, Overwhelm, Stress, Self-esteem, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Work-Life Balance
Adoption, Fertility, Infertility, Anger, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Attachment, Attachment trauma, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Building Self-Care Routines, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Couples Therapy, Depression, Early childhood, Effective communication, Family issues, Emotional regulation, General Mental Health, Maternal mental health, Parenting, Workplace stress, Overwhelm, Stress, Self-esteem, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Work-Life Balance
Alberta, Ontario
Mariya Garnet
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in AB, BC, MB, NL, NT, NU, ON, SK, and YT.
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Mariya Garnet
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Childhood trauma, Attachment wounds, Trauma, Attachment trauma, Intergenerational trauma, Emotional Numbness, Depression, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, People pleasing, Identity and Self-Exploration, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Dissociation, Boundaries and boundary setting, Assertiveness, Relationships, Grief and Loss, Trauma processing, Spirituality, Somatic Therapy, Shadow Work, Self-Regulation, Reconnection to Lifeforce Energy & Vitality, Psychedelic therapy, Overwhelm, Nature-Based Spirituality
Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Childhood trauma, Attachment wounds, Trauma, Attachment trauma, Intergenerational trauma, Emotional Numbness, Depression, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, People pleasing, Identity and Self-Exploration, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Dissociation, Boundaries and boundary setting, Assertiveness, Relationships, Grief and Loss, Trauma processing, Spirituality, Somatic Therapy, Shadow Work, Self-Regulation, Reconnection to Lifeforce Energy & Vitality, Psychedelic therapy, Overwhelm, Nature-Based Spirituality
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Michael Wassef
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, and AB.
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Michael Wassef
Registered Psychotherapist
Offers Free Consultation
Relationships, Couples Therapy, Attachment trauma, Anger, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Behaviour, Boundaries and boundary setting, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Childhood trauma, Depression, Family issues, Effective communication, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Parenting, Conflict resolution, Habits, Infidelity, Navigating challenging relationships, Trauma, Stress, Social anxiety, Self-Regulation, Relationship anxiety, Overwhelm, Negative thinking and ruminating, Motivation, Life transitions, Intimacy concerns, Highly Sensitive Person, Emotional regulation, Christian counselling, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Break-up recovery, Grief and Loss
Relationships, Couples Therapy, Attachment trauma, Anger, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Assertiveness, Behaviour, Boundaries and boundary setting, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Childhood trauma, Depression, Family issues, Effective communication, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Parenting, Conflict resolution, Habits, Infidelity, Navigating challenging relationships, Trauma, Stress, Social anxiety, Self-Regulation, Relationship anxiety, Overwhelm, Negative thinking and ruminating, Motivation, Life transitions, Intimacy concerns, Highly Sensitive Person, Emotional regulation, Christian counselling, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Break-up recovery, Grief and Loss
Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta
Alexa Harder
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in BC and AB.
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Alexa Harder
Registered Clinical Counsellor
she/her/hers
Offers Free Consultation
Eating disorders, Perinatal, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment wounds, Body Dysmorphia, Boundaries and boundary setting, Depression, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Relationships, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Overwhelm, Familial and social relationships, Fertility, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative body image, Nervous system regulation, OCD, Building Self-Care Routines, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Eating disorders, Perinatal, Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment wounds, Body Dysmorphia, Boundaries and boundary setting, Depression, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Relationships, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Overwhelm, Familial and social relationships, Fertility, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative body image, Nervous system regulation, OCD, Building Self-Care Routines, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
British Columbia, Alberta
Jason Scriven
Pre-Licensed Professional
Virtual Sessions in YT, BC, and AB.
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Jason Scriven
Pre-Licensed Professional
He/him
Offers Free Consultation
Separation and divorce, Men's issues, Co-founder relationships, Anger Management, Anxiety, Burnout, Career guidance, Workplace stress, College or University Coaching, Effective communication, Family Conflict, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Imposter syndrome, Infidelity, Masculinity, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Overwhelm, Parental divorce, Performance anxiety, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Vulnerability, Depression
Separation and divorce, Men's issues, Co-founder relationships, Anger Management, Anxiety, Burnout, Career guidance, Workplace stress, College or University Coaching, Effective communication, Family Conflict, Familial and social relationships, Family issues, Imposter syndrome, Infidelity, Masculinity, Motivation, Navigating challenging relationships, Overwhelm, Parental divorce, Performance anxiety, Relationship anxiety, Relationships, Vulnerability, Depression
Yukon, British Columbia, Alberta
Megan Sherback
Psychologist
Virtual Sessions in AB, NU, NS, and NB.
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Megan Sherback
Psychologist
she/her
Offers Free Consultation
Highly Sensitive Person, Borderline Personality Disorder, Neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Anxiety, Attachment, Burnout, Emotional regulation, Self-esteem, Overwhelm, Imposter syndrome, Assertiveness, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Perfectionism, Meaning and purpose, Workplace stress, People pleasing, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Highly Sensitive Person, Borderline Personality Disorder, Neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Anxiety, Attachment, Burnout, Emotional regulation, Self-esteem, Overwhelm, Imposter syndrome, Assertiveness, Boundaries and boundary setting, Building Meaningful Connections, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Perfectionism, Meaning and purpose, Workplace stress, People pleasing, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Alberta, Nunavut, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick
Sonya Salonen Cornies
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Sonya Salonen Cornies
Registered Psychotherapist
Offers Free Consultation
Building Meaningful Connections, Boundaries and boundary setting, Caregiver burnout, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression coping skills, Maternal mental health, Prenatal care, Perinatal, Pregnancy, Postnatal Care, Relationships, Conflict resolution, Familial and social relationships, Parenting, Family Conflict, Emotional regulation, Effective communication, Thought Restructuring, Interpersonal dynamics, Goal Setting, Highly Sensitive Person, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, Personal Growth
Building Meaningful Connections, Boundaries and boundary setting, Caregiver burnout, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Depression coping skills, Maternal mental health, Prenatal care, Perinatal, Pregnancy, Postnatal Care, Relationships, Conflict resolution, Familial and social relationships, Parenting, Family Conflict, Emotional regulation, Effective communication, Thought Restructuring, Interpersonal dynamics, Goal Setting, Highly Sensitive Person, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, Personal Growth
Prince Edward Island, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Ontario, New Brunswick, Yukon, Nunavut, Alberta, Quebec, Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Saskatchewan
Michèle Dawn
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Michèle Dawn
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Nervous system regulation, Emotional regulation, ADHD, Anxiety, Attachment, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Burnout, Building Self-Care Routines, Career guidance, Creativity, Dating challenges, Decision making, Goal Setting, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness, Imposter syndrome, Overwhelm, Stress, Wellness Counselling, Negative thinking and ruminating, Habits
Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Nervous system regulation, Emotional regulation, ADHD, Anxiety, Attachment, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Burnout, Building Self-Care Routines, Career guidance, Creativity, Dating challenges, Decision making, Goal Setting, Life transitions, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness, Imposter syndrome, Overwhelm, Stress, Wellness Counselling, Negative thinking and ruminating, Habits
Manitoba, Ontario, Northwest Territories, New Brunswick, Yukon, Nunavut, Prince Edward Island, Alberta, Quebec, Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Saskatchewan
Shane Pokroy
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Shane Pokroy
Registered Psychotherapist
Offers Free Consultation
Self-Development, Empowerment, Mental performance, Mindfulness, Overwhelm, Motivation, Perfectionism, Goal Setting, Stress, Burnout, Productivity, Relationships, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Negative thinking and ruminating, Career guidance, Dating challenges, Existential questions, Decision making, Couples, Creativity, Emotional regulation, Habits, Imposter syndrome, Life transitions, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Nervous system regulation, Spirituality
Self-Development, Empowerment, Mental performance, Mindfulness, Overwhelm, Motivation, Perfectionism, Goal Setting, Stress, Burnout, Productivity, Relationships, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Negative thinking and ruminating, Career guidance, Dating challenges, Existential questions, Decision making, Couples, Creativity, Emotional regulation, Habits, Imposter syndrome, Life transitions, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Nervous system regulation, Spirituality
Ontario
Corinna Killeen
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in BC, SK, and AB.
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Corinna Killeen
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
she/her/hers
Offers Free Consultation
Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Attachment trauma, Boundaries and boundary setting, Dissociation, Break-up recovery, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Grief Processing, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, PTSD, Self-Regulation, Stress, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Complex Trauma (CPTSD)
Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Attachment trauma, Boundaries and boundary setting, Dissociation, Break-up recovery, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Grief Processing, Mindfulness Practices, Overwhelm, PTSD, Self-Regulation, Stress, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Complex Trauma (CPTSD)
British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Alberta
Sieran Yung
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Sieran Yung
Registered Psychotherapist
He/him
Offers Free Consultation
Neurodiversity, Relationships, LGBTQ2IA+, Sexuality and gender issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Cultural Challenges, Career guidance, School challenges, Motivation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Overwhelm, Depression, Anxiety, BIPOC
Neurodiversity, Relationships, LGBTQ2IA+, Sexuality and gender issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Cultural Challenges, Career guidance, School challenges, Motivation, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Overwhelm, Depression, Anxiety, BIPOC
Ontario
Crystal Soares
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Crystal Soares
Registered Social Worker
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
Attachment wounds, Intergenerational trauma, Boundaries and boundary setting, Relationships, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Trauma, People pleasing, Self-esteem, LGBTQ2IA+, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Perfectionism, Overwhelm, Childhood trauma, Familial and social relationships, Anger, Anxiety, Attachment trauma, Dating challenges, Assertiveness, Break-up recovery, Depression, Attachment, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Social anxiety, Sexuality
Attachment wounds, Intergenerational trauma, Boundaries and boundary setting, Relationships, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Trauma, People pleasing, Self-esteem, LGBTQ2IA+, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Perfectionism, Overwhelm, Childhood trauma, Familial and social relationships, Anger, Anxiety, Attachment trauma, Dating challenges, Assertiveness, Break-up recovery, Depression, Attachment, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Social anxiety, Sexuality
Ontario
Cayla Townes
Registered Psychotherapist
Virtual Sessions in ON, BC, NL, NT, NU, YT, and SK.
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Cayla Townes
Registered Psychotherapist
she/her
Offers Free Consultation
Attachment trauma, Life transitions, Self-esteem, Attachment wounds, Aging, Anxiety, Depression, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Childhood trauma, Workplace stress, Self-Development, Stress, Relationships, Perfectionism, People pleasing, Overwhelm, Meaning and purpose, Caregiver burnout, Chronic and acute illness, Imposter syndrome, Separation and divorce, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Attachment trauma, Life transitions, Self-esteem, Attachment wounds, Aging, Anxiety, Depression, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Childhood trauma, Workplace stress, Self-Development, Stress, Relationships, Perfectionism, People pleasing, Overwhelm, Meaning and purpose, Caregiver burnout, Chronic and acute illness, Imposter syndrome, Separation and divorce, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Ontario, British Columbia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Saskatchewan
Amy O'Coin
Registered Professional Counsellor - Candidate
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Amy O'Coin
Registered Professional Counsellor - Candidate
She/They
Offers Free Consultation
Couples Therapy, Emotional regulation, Attachment, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Life transitions, Meaning and purpose, Mind-body connection, Navigating challenging relationships, Nervous system regulation, Relationship anxiety, Perfectionism, Relationships, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Stress, Self-Regulation, Overwhelm, Couples, Identity and Self-Exploration
Couples Therapy, Emotional regulation, Attachment, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment trauma, Attachment wounds, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Life transitions, Meaning and purpose, Mind-body connection, Navigating challenging relationships, Nervous system regulation, Relationship anxiety, Perfectionism, Relationships, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Stress, Self-Regulation, Overwhelm, Couples, Identity and Self-Exploration
Manitoba, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Alberta, Quebec, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, British Columbia
Faraja Gaudin
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Virtual Sessions in MB, SK, and ON.
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Faraja Gaudin
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Offers Free Consultation
Dating challenges, Life transitions, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anxiety, BIPOC, Negative body image, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Childhood trauma, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Wellness Counselling, Vulnerability, Transitioning into Adulthood, Thought Restructuring, Meaning and purpose, Overwhelm, People pleasing, Building Meaningful Connections, Conflict resolution, Effective communication, Couples Therapy, Goal Setting, Depression coping skills, Identity and Self-Exploration
Dating challenges, Life transitions, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anxiety, BIPOC, Negative body image, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Childhood trauma, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Wellness Counselling, Vulnerability, Transitioning into Adulthood, Thought Restructuring, Meaning and purpose, Overwhelm, People pleasing, Building Meaningful Connections, Conflict resolution, Effective communication, Couples Therapy, Goal Setting, Depression coping skills, Identity and Self-Exploration
Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario
Lauren Gaudet
Registered Social Worker
Virtual Sessions in AB and BC.
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Lauren Gaudet
Registered Social Worker
(They/She)
Offers Free Consultation
Trauma, Trauma processing, Anxiety, Burnout, Deep Brain Reorienting, Emotional regulation, LGBTQ2IA+, Nervous system regulation, Mind-body connection, Depression, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Chronic Illness, Self-Regulation, Workplace stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Transitioning into Adulthood, Stress, Overwhelm, Brain injury, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Trauma, Trauma processing, Anxiety, Burnout, Deep Brain Reorienting, Emotional regulation, LGBTQ2IA+, Nervous system regulation, Mind-body connection, Depression, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Chronic Illness, Self-Regulation, Workplace stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Transitioning into Adulthood, Stress, Overwhelm, Brain injury, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Alberta, British Columbia
Christy McLeod
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Virtual Sessions in MB, ON, BC, SK, AB, NL, YT, NT, and NU.
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Christy McLeod
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Offers Free Consultation
Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Behaviour, Building Self-Care Routines, Christian counselling, Decision making, Connecting with your Inherent Power, Empowerment, Depression coping skills, Goal Setting, Life transitions, Managing ADHD symptoms, Emotional regulation, Panic attacks, Mindfulness, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Overwhelm, Identity and Self-Exploration
Anxiety, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Adjusting to a diagnosis, Behaviour, Building Self-Care Routines, Christian counselling, Decision making, Connecting with your Inherent Power, Empowerment, Depression coping skills, Goal Setting, Life transitions, Managing ADHD symptoms, Emotional regulation, Panic attacks, Mindfulness, Men's issues, Meaning and purpose, Overwhelm, Identity and Self-Exploration
Manitoba, Ontario, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut
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Therapy is hard work.
Finding the right therapist shouldn’t be. Over 10,000 Canadians found their new therapist with First Session.
What is overwhelm?
Overwhelm occurs when you feel like demands on you exceed your ability to cope. It can manifest as difficulty concentrating, emotional exhaustion, physical tension, or shutting down. Overwhelm may stem from external pressures like work or caregiving, internal factors like perfectionism, or a combination of both. It often signals that something needs to change.
Who might benefit from therapy for overwhelm?
Therapy for overwhelm can help anyone who feels constantly swamped, struggles to manage competing demands, or finds that stress is affecting their well-being. It's valuable whether you're dealing with a temporary crisis or ongoing patterns of taking on too much. You don't need to wait until you're completely burned out to seek support.
What's it like to work on overwhelm in therapy?
Sessions typically involve exploring what's contributing to your overwhelm and developing practical strategies to address it. Your therapist may help you identify priorities, set boundaries, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, or process underlying emotions. The approach is tailored to your specific situation and what's driving your sense of being overwhelmed.
How long does therapy for overwhelm typically take?
The duration depends on your individual circumstances and what's underlying your overwhelm. Some people experience relief relatively quickly with new strategies, while others benefit from longer-term work to address deeper patterns. Your therapist can help you assess progress and decide what level of support is right for you.
How do I know if a therapist is right for me?
Finding the right therapist matters, especially when you're already feeling overwhelmed. On First Session, you can watch intro videos to get a sense of each therapist's personality and approach before committing. This makes it easier to find someone you feel comfortable with and who understands what you're going through.
How do I book a session?
Browse therapists on First Session who help with overwhelm and stress. Watch their intro videos to find someone whose style resonates with you. When you're ready, book your first session online. You can choose between virtual or in-person appointments based on what works best for you.