Anxiety counselling
Anxiety counselling in Kelowna for a mind that won't switch off
Worry that runs on a loop. A body that's always a little braced. Decisions that feel impossibly heavy. Anxiety is exhausting precisely because it's trying to protect you — and you can learn to work with it instead of against it.
I'm Kate Kemp, RSW. I help adults (18+) across Kelowna and all of BC find steadier ground, with practical tools and a genuinely understanding space.
This might sound familiar
- Racing thoughts, overthinking, or trouble "turning it off" at night
- Panic attacks or a constant hum of dread
- Perfectionism, people-pleasing, or fear of failing
- Avoiding situations that feel too big
- Physical tension, restlessness, or burnout
Worry that compounds
Anxiety convinces you that worrying is doing something — so the loop keeps spinning without ever resolving.
The body keeps score
Tight chest, shallow breath, poor sleep. Calming the nervous system is part of the work, not an afterthought.
Skills change things
Anxiety responds well to learnable strategies. You don't have to white-knuckle your way through it.
How I can help
Together we'll understand what your anxiety is protecting against, calm the nervous-system side with practical regulation skills, and gently challenge the thought patterns that keep worry spinning. Where avoidance has crept in, we widen your world back out at a pace that feels doable.
I weave in CBT, parts work (IFS), and — when trauma is part of the picture — EMDR. The aim isn't to never feel anxious; it's to feel capable, and to get your life back from the worry.
Approaches I draw on
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- EMDR (where trauma is involved)
- Mindfulness & nervous-system regulation
Kelowna, BC & online across British Columbia · Free 15-minute consultation
Questions people ask
Do I need a referral to see a counsellor for anxiety?+
No referral is needed. You can book a free 15-minute consultation directly, and we'll go from there.
Is anxiety counselling covered by insurance in BC?+
Registered Social Worker counselling is covered by most extended health benefit plans in British Columbia. I provide a receipt for reimbursement.
How long until anxiety therapy helps?+
It depends on your goals. Some people feel relief within a few focused sessions; others prefer longer-term support. We'll tailor the pace to you.
Keep reading
Educational content — not a substitute for individualized care or assessment.
Ready when you are.
Book a free 15-minute consultation — a relaxed, no-pressure conversation to see if we're the right fit.