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Why Allowing Yourself to Feel Emotions Is as Vital as Drinking Water

Discover balance and emotional well-being with Williamson & Associates’ counselling services in Olds, Alberta. Our skilled therapists help you navigate complex emotions, identify triggers, and develop healthy coping strategies to live a more fulfilled life.

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Overcoming Anxiety and Compulsions: A Guide to the Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Protocol

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex condition that can significantly impact daily life. Williamson & Associates Counselling in Alberta offers a structured treatment protocol to provide effective relief. This approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and mindfulness techniques to address the root causes of OCD, reduce anxiety, and minimize compulsive behaviors. CBT helps individuals identify and challenge the intrusive thoughts that drive obsessions and compulsions, replacing them with more positive coping strategies. ERP, a specialized form of CBT, involves gradually exposing individuals to anxiety-provoking situations, allowing them to confront their fears without resorting to compulsive behaviors. This comprehensive protocol empowers individuals to break the cycle of OCD, leading to reduced anxiety and increased confidence in managing their symptoms.

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Body-Focused Expressive Arts Trauma Therapy for Adolescents & Adults

Meet Nadia, an expert at Williamson & Associates Counselling in Alberta in Body-Focused Expressive Arts Trauma Therapy for adolescents and adults. She has advanced training from the Prairie Institute of Expressive Arts Therapy, specializing in guiding individuals through safe trauma processing using creative approaches.

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Meet Our Therapist Nadia

Meet our therapist Nadia, dedicated to helping kids, teens, college students, women, men, couples and families learn more about managing their OCD, anxiety, depression, anger, parenting and relationship challenges.

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