Welcome to #OurAnxietyStories
Want to learn more about anxiety and related disorders? Since 2020, we have interviewed people from all walks of life, who are ready to share their personal journeys with anxiety and related disorders, like OCD. They are candid, courageous and remind us that we are not alone.
Welcome to #OurAnxietyStories – The Anxiety Canada Podcast.
Anxiety Canada is proud to be affiliated with HeretoHelp, a project of the BC Partners for Mental Health and Substance Use Information. The BC Partners are funded by the Provincial Health Services Authority.
Our Featured Podcast
Supporting Children with OCD: Insights for Families and Caregivers with Dr. Robert Selles
In this episode of #OurAnxietyStories, the OCD Series, Dr. Robert Selles, a registered psychologist joins Mark Antczak, Anxiety Canada’s clinical counsellor to explore how families and caregivers can support children dealing with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). They talk about recognizing common OCD symptoms in children, understanding when these behaviours become problematic, and the influence of growing up and transition periods on OCD. Dr. Selles offers thoughtful insights on validating and supporting a struggling child while finding self-compassion as a caregiver. Join us for insightful advice on managing these challenges and ensuring that children and caregivers receive the support they need, distinguishing it from anxiety, managing distressing behaviours, and providing reassurance and self-care strategies.
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Latest Episode
Supporting Children with OCD: Insights for Families and Caregivers with Dr. Robert Selles
In this episode of #OurAnxietyStories, the OCD Series, Dr. Robert Selles, a registered psychologist joins Mark Antczak, Anxiety Canada’s clinical counsellor to explore how families and caregivers can support children dealing with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). They talk about recognizing common OCD symptoms in children, understanding when these behaviours become problematic, and the influence of growing… VIEW
Featured Guest
Musician Ayla Tesler-Mabé Doesn’t Fret Over Failure Anymore
Ayla Tesler-Mabé is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist living in Vancouver, BC. Showcasing her musical talents online has earned her millions of views on her YouTube and TikTok accounts. She is an accomplished guitarist who has performed (and collaborated with) artists like Willow Smith. From 2017-2019, she was a member of the band Calpurnia with Finn Wolfhard,… VIEW
Want to share your story with us?
As people with anxiety, our experience matters. There’s power and pride in talking about our anxiety. And the more we talk about it, the more likely we are to learn to manage it, to get help and to be able to help those we care about.
We are excited to hear from you!
