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Counselling Skills and Client Relations

Mental Health and Addictions

Anxiety

Practical Intervention Strategies

Anxiety is our body’s natural alarm system, but when it arises too often or intensely and doesn’t match real danger, it can interfere with life and cause distress. This training explores when anxiety is adaptive versus disordered and teaches practical strategies for all ages to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social aspects of anxiety.

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Practical Strategies for Managing Anxiety

Anxiety represents our body’s natural alarm system, signalling the possibility of danger. When this response arises too frequently or intensely and doesn’t match actual situations of danger, it can interfere with life and cause great distress. While every person experiences anxiety, it is estimated that over a quarter of the population will experience anxiety at levels that cause distress in their lives. This workshop will explore when anxiety is adaptive and in order, compared to when it becomes disordered. Participants will learn practical and accessible strategies which can be applied to all ages, and help address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social aspects of anxiety.

Learning Objectives

Describe the natural role of anxiety

Identify the impacts of anxiety that lead to distress

List a variety of skills for managing anxiety using a wholistic approach

Apply strategies for increasing regulation and reducing anxiety

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On-Demand Workshop

Recorded workshop for flexible, self‑paced learning.

$149

/ per person

Start right away – no scheduling required

Learn at your own pace, in manageable sections

Follow along with a full downloadable manual

Earn a certificate and continuing education credits

Access anytime, on any device

Share access across your team for consistent learning

Live Virtual Workshop

Interactive sessions with experienced facilitators.

From $299

/ per person

Learn from an experienced facilitator

Ask questions and get real-time guidance

Connect and learn alongside peers

Engage in discussions and practical exercises

Earn 6 CECs per day of training

Receive a certificate upon completion

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On-Demand Webinar

Condensed training in a video format.

Standalone written learning resource.

What You'll Learn

Walk away with the knowledge and tools to make a meaningful difference. The objectives below outline what you'll be equipped to do after completing this training.

Understand Anxiety’s Purpose

Explore the natural role of anxiety and the connections between stress, fear, and anxiety.

Know the Stress Response

Understand the body’s stress response system and learn about prevalence and trends in anxiety.

Approaches to Anxiety

Gain an overview of working with anxiety and learn body-oriented and mind–body strategies.

Cognitive and Behavioural Tools

Learn cognitive-behavioural techniques to reduce anxiety and practice effective skills.

Expand Social Skills

Explore ways to improve social skills and build supportive relationships for reducing anxiety.

Create Lasting Change

Develop steps toward building new, healthier patterns for anxiety management.

Our Approach

Grounded in research, practical application, and real‑world experience.

Accessible

Clear, approachable learning without unnecessary jargon.

Applicable

Content designed for real‑world challenges and opportunities.

Engaging

Facilitators bring content to life through stories and examples.

Practical

Skills and tools designed for everyday use in your setting.

What People Are Saying

Insights from our participants.

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It's not always easy to facilitate a six-hour session, but it flew by. Perfectly timed, packed with useful, relevant information, curated to address the unique needs of our group."

K. Decle

University of British Columbia, Office of Student Academic Services

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This was one of the best trainings our organization has had. Staff were so engaged and came away energized and excited rather than tired and drained."

T. Etienne

Portal Youth Outreach Association

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CTRI is a great source for learning. They were easy to work with and our facilitator presented in an engaging and interactive way that kept people interested and attentive."

J. Grimes

Optimism Place Women's Shelter and Support Services

FAQ's

Common questions about the training.

This training is for:

Mental health professionals

Social services and community‑based professionals

First responders and emergency services

Health care workers and support staff

School and post‑secondary personnel

Leaders, managers, and supervisors

Human resources and people operations teams

Employees in corporate or business settings

Anyone working in people‑centred or support roles

What does this training cover?

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This workshop explores the nature of anxiety – how it works, when it becomes disordered, and how to address its physical, emotional, cognitive, and social dimensions with practical strategies.

Who is this training for?

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This training is suited for counsellors, social workers, educators, health care workers, and anyone who supports people experiencing anxiety in their personal or professional life.

Is this training evidence-based?

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Yes. The workshop draws on current research and evidence-based approaches including cognitive-behavioural, body-oriented, and mindfulness-informed strategies.

Can these strategies be used with all ages?

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Yes. The skills taught in this workshop are designed to be practical and applicable across age groups, from children and youth to adults.

Is this training available online or on-demand?

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Yes. CTRI offers this workshop in live, on-demand, and private formats. View current dates or contact us to arrange a session for your team.

How long is this training?

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Training length varies by format. Contact CTRI or view the workshop page for details on session length and delivery options.

Build Practical Skills to Manage Anxiety

Learn evidence-based strategies to recognize, regulate, and reduce anxiety. View live or on‑demand options, or bring this workshop to your team.

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Available for Private Delivery

Certificate Included