Dr John Cook CPBC1025

Anxiety is our response to mental demands that we place on ourselves. It can feel like being afraid, without being able to identify anything specific in our external world that is scaring us. Anxiety can arise from the perception of danger or threats to our safety in our external environment, when no danger or threat actually exists.

Stress is our response to any kind of social, emotional or physical demand placed on our lives. Our ability to cope with these challenges can cause strain, in turn affecting us both mentally and physically. Some physical effects of stress can include digestive problems, skin conditions, muscle tension and backaches, frequent headaches, jaw clenching, and being more susceptible to infection.

Emotional Intensity refers to having rapidly changing, overwhelming moods marked by emotional extremes such as feeling upset or angry. This can affect one's ability to manage or cope, often leading to relationship problems, impulsive decisions, or self-harm. Individuals experiencing Emotional Intensity may feel empty and unsure of who they are.

Help you and Dr. Cook decide if his services are appropriate to your needs by speaking to him, exchanging emails, or by completing the application intake form. Once you and Dr. Cook have agreed that the match between you is a good one, ask him to send you the link to the registration intake form. Complete it, if you can, before your first session.

Dr. Cook offers a 20-minute, complimentary information session to help you make an informed choice before registering as a client. This session is optional, for anyone who is undecided and needs more information. Information sessions can be booked for 5:30 PM, Mondays and Wednesdays, by calling Dr. Cook at 250-881-1206.