Panic Attack Therapists

Panic attacks can feel overwhelming and frightening, but effective support is available. Connect with therapists who understand panic on First Session.

Panic attacks are sudden episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms like racing heart, shortness of breath, dizziness, or chest tightness. They can happen unexpectedly or in response to certain triggers, and the fear of having another attack can significantly impact daily life. Many people who experience panic attacks feel isolated or ashamed, but they're more common than you might think.

Working with a therapist can help you understand what's happening in your body during panic, develop strategies for managing attacks when they occur, and address underlying factors that may be contributing to them. Therapy can also help reduce the anticipatory anxiety that often develops around panic. On First Session, you can browse therapist profiles and watch intro videos to find someone who feels like the right fit for you.

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Victoria Gabriele

Registered Social Worker
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Offers In-Person (Etobicoke, )
Virtual Sessions in AB and ON.
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Victoria Gabriele

Victoria Gabriele

Registered Social Worker
Offers Free Consultation
$160/session
ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Attachment wounds, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Coping Skills, Dating challenges, Emotional regulation, Health anxiety, Life transitions, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Negative thinking and ruminating, OCD, Panic attacks, PTSD, Trauma processing, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions
ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Attachment wounds, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Coping Skills, Dating challenges, Emotional regulation, Health anxiety, Life transitions, Low mood, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Mindfulness and stress reduction, Negative thinking and ruminating, OCD, Panic attacks, PTSD, Trauma processing, Work-Life Balance, Workplace stress, Understanding & Regulating Emotions
Alberta, Ontario

Yemisi Odesilo

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Offers In-Person (Kitchener, ON)
Virtual Sessions in all provinces and territories.
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Yemisi Odesilo

Yemisi Odesilo

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
$150/session
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

Mary Omiyi

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (North York, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Mary Omiyi

Mary Omiyi

Registered Psychotherapist
Offers Free Consultation
$150/session
PTSD, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anxiety, BIPOC, Depression, Domestic violence, OCD, Trauma processing, Panic attacks, Building Self-Care Routines, Social anxiety, Specific phobias, Health anxiety, Trauma
PTSD, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anxiety, BIPOC, Depression, Domestic violence, OCD, Trauma processing, Panic attacks, Building Self-Care Routines, Social anxiety, Specific phobias, Health anxiety, Trauma
Ontario

Clara Morgan

Registered Social Worker
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Offers In-Person (Burnaby, BC)
Virtual Sessions in BC.
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Clara Morgan

Clara Morgan

Registered Social Worker
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
$165/session
Trauma, Sexuality and gender issues, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Coping Skills, Coming out and identity, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Depression coping skills, Intimacy concerns, LGBTQ2IA+, Trauma processing, Social anxiety, Separation and divorce, Couples Therapy, PTSD, Boundaries and boundary setting, Dating challenges, Caregivers, Goal Setting, Mindfulness Practices, Panic attacks, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anger Management
Trauma, Sexuality and gender issues, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Coping Skills, Coming out and identity, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Depression coping skills, Intimacy concerns, LGBTQ2IA+, Trauma processing, Social anxiety, Separation and divorce, Couples Therapy, PTSD, Boundaries and boundary setting, Dating challenges, Caregivers, Goal Setting, Mindfulness Practices, Panic attacks, Borderline Personality Disorder, Anger Management
British Columbia

Renata Paula da Silva Roma

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Renata Paula da Silva Roma

Renata Paula da Silva Roma

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
she/her
Offers Free Consultation
$150/session
Grief and Loss, Anxiety, OCD, Social anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Trauma, Separation anxiety, Performance anxiety, Depression, Perfectionism, Life transitions, Cultural Challenges, Burnout, Grief Processing, People pleasing, Fears and phobia, Befriending the Nervous System, Attachment, Low mood, Panic attacks, Thought Restructuring, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment wounds
Grief and Loss, Anxiety, OCD, Social anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Trauma, Separation anxiety, Performance anxiety, Depression, Perfectionism, Life transitions, Cultural Challenges, Burnout, Grief Processing, People pleasing, Fears and phobia, Befriending the Nervous System, Attachment, Low mood, Panic attacks, Thought Restructuring, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment wounds
Ontario

Cassandre Quan

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
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Offers In-Person (Vaughan, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Cassandre Quan

Cassandre Quan

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
$120/session
Intergenerational trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Depression, Anxiety, Workplace stress, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Building Self-Care Routines, Childhood trauma, General Mental Health, Imposter syndrome, Panic attacks, Navigating challenging relationships, Mindfulness Practices, Meaning and purpose, Perfectionism, People pleasing, Decision making, Trauma, Relationships, Nervous system regulation, Negative thinking and ruminating
Intergenerational trauma, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Depression, Anxiety, Workplace stress, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Building Self-Care Routines, Childhood trauma, General Mental Health, Imposter syndrome, Panic attacks, Navigating challenging relationships, Mindfulness Practices, Meaning and purpose, Perfectionism, People pleasing, Decision making, Trauma, Relationships, Nervous system regulation, Negative thinking and ruminating
Ontario

Khysandra Lee

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Oakville, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Khysandra Lee

Khysandra Lee

Registered Psychotherapist
Offers Free Consultation
$160/session
Anger, Anxiety, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Confidence, Depression, Eating disorders, Emotional regulation, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative thinking and ruminating, Panic attacks, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Self harm, Social anxiety, Suicidal ideation, Trauma, Women's Health
Anger, Anxiety, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Childhood trauma, Confidence, Depression, Eating disorders, Emotional regulation, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative thinking and ruminating, Panic attacks, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Self harm, Social anxiety, Suicidal ideation, Trauma, Women's Health
Ontario

Wendy van Es

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, MB, AB, SK, and NL.
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Wendy van Es

Wendy van Es

Registered Psychotherapist
She/Her
Offers Free Consultation
$165/session
Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem, Panic attacks, Social anxiety, Depression coping skills, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Building Self-Care Routines, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Childhood trauma, Trauma processing, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Empowerment, Mind-body connection, Self-Criticism, OCD
Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem, Panic attacks, Social anxiety, Depression coping skills, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Building Self-Care Routines, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Childhood trauma, Trauma processing, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Empowerment, Mind-body connection, Self-Criticism, OCD
Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Newfoundland and Labrador

Mark Peterson

Canadian Certified Counsellor
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Offers In-Person (Glenwood, AB)
Virtual Sessions in MB, AB, BC, SK, NT, YT, NU, PE, and NL.
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Mark Peterson

Mark Peterson

Canadian Certified Counsellor
Offers Free Consultation
$160/session
Addiction, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Children/Teens, Christian counselling, Decision making, Depression, Early childhood, Eating disorders, Life transitions, Phobias, PTSD, Panic attacks
Addiction, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Children/Teens, Christian counselling, Decision making, Depression, Early childhood, Eating disorders, Life transitions, Phobias, PTSD, Panic attacks
Manitoba, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador

Dennis Keefe

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Dennis Keefe

Dennis Keefe

Registered Psychotherapist
Offers Free Consultation
$175/session
Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Boundaries and boundary setting, Chronic and acute illness, Emotional regulation, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Life transitions, Low mood, Men's issues, Motivation, OCD, Pain management, Panic attacks, Parkinson's disease, Performance anxiety, Relationships, Social anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Self-esteem, Workplace stress, Disability, Grief and Loss
Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Boundaries and boundary setting, Chronic and acute illness, Emotional regulation, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Life transitions, Low mood, Men's issues, Motivation, OCD, Pain management, Panic attacks, Parkinson's disease, Performance anxiety, Relationships, Social anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Self-esteem, Workplace stress, Disability, Grief and Loss
Ontario

Anastasia Sutulova

Pre-Licensed Professional
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Offers In-Person (Vancouver, BC)
Virtual Sessions in MB, ON, YT, NU, NT, AB, BC, NL, and SK.
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Anastasia Sutulova

Anastasia Sutulova

Pre-Licensed Professional
She/her
Offers Free Consultation
$75/session
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Borderline Personality Disorder, Break-up recovery, Boundaries and boundary setting, Career guidance, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Decision making, PTSD, Trauma, Emotional regulation, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Fears and phobia, Panic attacks, Psychedelic therapy, Separation anxiety, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Addiction, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Attachment, Borderline Personality Disorder, Break-up recovery, Boundaries and boundary setting, Career guidance, Childhood trauma, Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Couples Therapy, Decision making, PTSD, Trauma, Emotional regulation, Dealing with difficult or narcissistic personalities, Fears and phobia, Panic attacks, Psychedelic therapy, Separation anxiety, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Manitoba, Ontario, Yukon, Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Alberta, British Columbia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Saskatchewan
Central & South America

Alicia Panchal

Registered Social Worker
Waitlist
Offers In-Person (Ajax, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON.
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Alicia Panchal

Alicia Panchal

Registered Social Worker
Offers Free Consultation
$170/session
Anxiety, Attachment, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Children/Teens, Depression, Eating disorders, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative body image, Panic attacks, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Self-esteem, Social anxiety, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Grief and Loss
Anxiety, Attachment, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Children/Teens, Depression, Eating disorders, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Negative body image, Panic attacks, People pleasing, Perfectionism, Self-esteem, Social anxiety, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Grief and Loss
Ontario

Margaret Hux

Registered Psychotherapist
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Offers In-Person (Burlington, ON)
Virtual Sessions in MB, ON, NB, PE, NS, BC, SK, AB, and NL.
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Margaret Hux

Margaret Hux

Registered Psychotherapist
she/her
Offers Free Consultation
$165/session
Aging, Anxiety, Career guidance, Chronic and acute illness, Depression, Depression coping skills, Existential questions, Emotional regulation, Fears and phobia, Familial and social relationships, Health anxiety, Negative thinking and ruminating, Panic attacks, PTSD, Addiction, Workplace stress, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Grief and Loss
Aging, Anxiety, Career guidance, Chronic and acute illness, Depression, Depression coping skills, Existential questions, Emotional regulation, Fears and phobia, Familial and social relationships, Health anxiety, Negative thinking and ruminating, Panic attacks, PTSD, Addiction, Workplace stress, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Grief and Loss
Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Newfoundland and Labrador

Jupiter Vaughan

Registered Psychotherapist
Waitlist
Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in BC, SK, MB, ON, NL, YT, NU, and NT.
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Jupiter Vaughan

Jupiter Vaughan

Registered Psychotherapist
Offers Free Consultation
$200/session
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Borderline Personality Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Imposter syndrome, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Men's issues, Negative body image, Panic attacks, PTSD, School challenges, Sexuality, Workplace stress, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Body Dysmorphia, Children/Teens, Grief and Loss
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Anger Management, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Borderline Personality Disorder, Boundaries and boundary setting, Burnout, Childhood trauma, Conflict resolution, Effective communication, Emotional regulation, Familial and social relationships, Imposter syndrome, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Men's issues, Negative body image, Panic attacks, PTSD, School challenges, Sexuality, Workplace stress, Abuse (Sexual/Physical/Verbal), Body Dysmorphia, Children/Teens, Grief and Loss
British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Nunavut, Northwest Territories

Christy McLeod

Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Offers In-Person (Chilliwack, BC)
Virtual Sessions in MB, ON, BC, SK, AB, NL, YT, NT, and NU.
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Christy McLeod

Christy McLeod

Registered Clinical Counsellor
Offers Free Consultation
$155/session
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

Lauren McCarley

Registered Psychotherapist
Waitlist
Offers In-Person (Toronto, ON)
Virtual Sessions in ON, YT, MB, NU, SK, BC, NL, and NT.
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Lauren McCarley

Lauren McCarley

Registered Psychotherapist
She/Her/Hers
Offers Free Consultation
$160/session
Anxiety, OCD, Self-esteem, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Imposter syndrome, Depression coping skills, Stress, Negative thinking and ruminating, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Perfectionism, Relationships, Navigating challenging relationships, People pleasing, Life transitions, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Panic attacks, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Decision making, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Anxiety, OCD, Self-esteem, Depression, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Burnout, Imposter syndrome, Depression coping skills, Stress, Negative thinking and ruminating, Low Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Perfectionism, Relationships, Navigating challenging relationships, People pleasing, Life transitions, Fears and phobia, Health anxiety, Panic attacks, Understanding & Regulating Emotions, Blocks in Connecting with Self and Others, Boundaries and boundary setting, Decision making, Grief and Loss, Identity and Self-Exploration
Ontario, Yukon, Manitoba, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories
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What is a panic attack?

A panic attack is a sudden surge of intense fear or discomfort that reaches a peak within minutes. Physical symptoms can include rapid heartbeat, sweating, trembling, shortness of breath, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, and feelings of unreality or detachment. Many people experiencing a panic attack for the first time worry they're having a heart attack or medical emergency. While panic attacks are deeply uncomfortable, they are not physically dangerous.

Who might benefit from therapy for panic attacks?

Therapy may be helpful if you've experienced one or more panic attacks, live in fear of having another attack, have started avoiding places or situations because of panic, or find that anxiety about panic is affecting your quality of life. It's also valuable if you're unsure whether what you're experiencing is panic and want to understand your symptoms better.

What's it like to work on panic attacks in therapy?

Therapy for panic attacks often involves understanding what happens in your body during panic, learning techniques to manage symptoms when they arise, and gradually reducing avoidance behaviours. Many therapists use approaches that help you change your relationship with panic sensations so they feel less threatening. Sessions typically proceed at a pace that feels manageable for you.

How long does therapy for panic attacks typically take?

Many people notice improvement in their panic symptoms within several weeks to a few months of focused therapy. The exact duration depends on factors like how long you've been experiencing panic, whether there are other issues to address, and your individual response to therapy. Your therapist can help you understand what to expect based on your situation.

How do I know if a therapist is right for me?

Finding a therapist who has experience with panic and anxiety and who feels calm and reassuring can be especially helpful. On First Session, you can watch therapist intro videos to get a sense of their personality and approach before booking. Notice whether they seem understanding and like someone who could help you feel safe.

How do I book a session?

Browse therapists on First Session who work with panic attacks and anxiety, watch their intro videos, and book directly online when you find someone who feels like a good match. Both online and in-person sessions are typically available.