Hypnosis for Stress and the Symptoms of Anxiety in the Gatineau / Ottawa Region
Annie Mayrand sees clients in Gatineau, in Cumberland, and by video.
Stress that never lets up, anxiety, panic attacks, thoughts going round in circles: we help you find calm again in your daily life, in English and in French.
Stress and anxiety: life in the Outaouais
The bridges to Ottawa at rush hour, files piling up in the public service as in the private sector, a working life often lived in two languages and on both sides of the river: the pace of the Outaouais wears you down more than you might think. Over time, the body stays switched on even when there is nothing left to deal with.
Outside the city, in the Petite-Nation, the Pontiac or the Upper Gatineau, it is distance, winter and isolation that weigh on you. Many of our clients seem to be coping, but they sleep badly, keep going over things, and run out of steam faster than before.
Her clients come from all over the region: Hull, Aylmer, Gatineau, Buckingham, Masson-Angers, Cantley, Chelsea, Val-des-Monts and, on the Ontario side, Orléans, Rockland and Ottawa.
Stress, anxiety, panic: how they differ
- Stress is a normal reaction to change. It becomes a problem when it settles in: stress hormones stay high, and sleep, digestion or the body's defences pay the price.
- Anxiety is the anticipation of a future threat, with worry and muscle tension. It becomes overwhelming when it outgrows the real danger: thoughts that keep coming back, restless nights, situations you start to avoid.
- Panic is an intense, mostly physical fear, often with no identifiable cause. It can take the form of anxiety attacks or panic attacks.
- Performance anxiety shows up when you feel judged: at work, in your studies, on stage, in sport or in social situations.
If anxiety keeps you from functioning day to day, talk to your doctor or a psychologist first. Hypnosis can support that care, never replace it.
Stress in teenagers
In high school as in CEGEP, local teens live under pressure too: exams, choosing a path, studies to pursue on one side of the river or the other, how others see them at school and on social media. In young people, stress often shows up in the body: stomach aches, trouble falling asleep, irritability, wanting to avoid everything.
What hypnosis can do for you
Video transcript
Hello. Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people come for therapeutic hypnosis. In fact, the word covers quite different realities depending on the client. For some, it means intense mental stress: the hamster wheel that never stops turning, often associated with sleep problems and great mental and physical fatigue. For others, it is closer to the classic definition of anxiety: fears about the future.
An imagination that runs away with negative "what ifs", and sometimes even catastrophic scenarios. And then, for some, there is the experience of panic attacks, in which body and mind short-circuit. In some cases, the symptoms can be very disabling. If your situation is hard to bear, see a doctor or a psychologist for support. Depending on the intensity of the stress, the fears and the associated symptoms,
the support strategies in hypnosis will differ. First of all, it is important to remember that hypnosis is not magic. Hypnosis goes with you as far as you are ready to go, to help you manage your anxiety better. You will probably need several sessions, and once the best strategy for you has been identified, it will often be necessary to combine different approaches. These approaches are very varied, drawn in particular from different types of hypnosis and from NLP.
That said, the first hypnosis session is often a memorable one for our clients, because the hypnotic state is a state of deep physical and mental relaxation. They rediscover a state of relaxation they often haven't known for a long time, and with it, they also rediscover the confidence that their situation can improve. Depending on your symptoms and your goals, you will, for example, work with your hypnotherapist on how to lighten your life when your cup is full, physically or emotionally, and on changing perspective:
lifting your head from the grindstone, identifying the inner talk and scenarios that hold you back and the beliefs attached to them, to undo your spirals of negative thoughts, putting new automatic responses in place, and practising breathing techniques to help you come back to the present moment and find more calm when stress rises. Each person is unique, and we will work together to find the right keys for you.
If you would like to manage your stress and anxiety better, the Solutions Hypnose team of hypnotherapists is here to help. In person near you or by video, it works very well too. Book an appointment now to create the life you want with hypnosis. See you soon.
Hypnotherapy is a complementary form of support and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns about your health, please consult a physician first.
Managing stress better
Hypnosis is a state of deep physical and mental relaxation. You discover it in session, then learn to return to it on your own, thanks to the anchors set up together.
Knowing your typical stressors, the inner talk and the emotional reactions that come with them, lets you see them coming and respond better.
Easing the symptoms of anxiety
Spotting your worst-case scenarios and the signs that an anxiety or panic attack is coming helps you take back control sooner: over your sleep, over the attacks, over your self-confidence.
Stopping the mental hamster wheel: when thoughts keep looping, when you dwell on the past or can no longer make choices, hypnosis quiets that anxious inner voice. "It's not possible" gives way to new options.
With teenagers
Hypnosis speaks to them naturally: it draws on imagination, in sessions adapted to their age. They leave with simple tools they can use on their own, before an exam or at bedtime, and parents are involved along the way. If symptoms persist, talk to your family doctor first.
Your hypnotherapist in Gatineau and Cumberland
Gatineau
111 boulevard de l'Hôpital, suite 103, Gatineau, QC J8T 7V1
Annie Mayrand: adults and teenagers.
Also sees clients in French.
Getting to the Gatineau office:
For clients coming from Hull, Aylmer, Cantley, Chelsea, Val-des-Monts, Buckingham, Masson-Angers or Ottawa.
By car
- From Hull or Aylmer: Highway 50 East (Autoroute de l'Outaouais), exit Boulevard de l'Hôpital, then south to number 111, near Boulevard La Vérendrye.
- From Buckingham or Masson-Angers: Highway 50 West, exit Boulevard de l'Hôpital.
- From Ottawa: Macdonald-Cartier Bridge, then Highway 5 North and Highway 50 East to the Boulevard de l'Hôpital exit.
By public transit
- STO network: several routes serve Boulevard de l'Hôpital; the De l'Hôpital / De Rouville stop is about an 8-minute walk away.
Cumberland (Ontario)
1159 Fieldown Street, Cumberland (Ottawa), ON K4C 1R7
In the east end of Ottawa, near Orléans.
- Annie Mayrand: adults and teenagers.
Also sees clients in French.
Getting to the Cumberland office:
For clients coming from Orléans, Rockland, Navan, Sarsfield, Clarence-Rockland, Bourget, Ottawa, or Masson-Angers across the river.
By car
- From downtown Ottawa (~25 km): Sir George-Étienne Cartier Parkway east, then Highway 174 East; in Cumberland, Old Montreal Road, Dunning Road, then Fieldown Street.
- From Orléans (~10 km): Highway 174 East, exit Trim Road / Cameron Street, then Old Montreal Road, Dunning Road and Fieldown Street.
- From Rockland (~15 km): Highway 174 West, then Old Montreal Road, Dunning Road and Fieldown Street.
- From Masson-Angers or Buckingham: the Masson–Cumberland ferry across the Ottawa River, then a few minutes' drive.
By public transit
- OC Transpo serves Orléans; beyond that, the Cumberland area is mostly reached by car.
What our clients say
« I feel so privileged to have met Annie. From our very first phone call, I felt I could trust her, that I was heard and well supported. Annie helped me calm my distress and anxiety about my last trip abroad. She followed me closely for a few weeks, with frequent sessions. She is helping me grow inwardly and emotionally. I highly recommend her services. »
Edith, client of Annie Mayrand
« I love the journey, and Annie is very skilled at working through my anxiety with me, and I'm doing better!! And she really listens to what we need!! »
Monique, client of Annie Mayrand
« SHE IS AMAZING MY ANXIETY HAS DECREASED SO MUCH IT TAKES A HUGE WEIGHT OFF MY SHOULDERS. THANK YOU ANNIE 🌞🤗 »
Michelle, client of Annie Mayrand
« A huge thank you to Annie who helped me on my long journey toward getting my driver's license. For 10 years I avoided driving because of the fears and anxiety that came over me just thinking about getting on the road. Annie was able to find the blockages and help me free myself from them. It's not just hypnosis, it's also high-quality coaching that she offers her clients. A few months later, here I am with my driver's license! I didn't think it would be possible for me! Thank you so much Annie :) »
Athena, client of Annie Mayrand
Sessions
Rates
- first session, about 1 hour 30: $185, taxes included;
- follow-up sessions, about one hour: $135, taxes included.
Same rate in person and by video.
Insurance receipts: RITMA (naturopathy)
Please note: receipts for helping-relationship services, the category our discipline falls under, are not accepted by Industrial Alliance or by the Canada Life federal public service plan. Check your coverage with your insurer before your first session.
The questions to ask your insurer, and our rates in detail: How much does a hypnosis session cost in Quebec, and is it covered?
Do you live far away?
Elsewhere in the Outaouais, in Eastern Ontario or further away, busy schedule: Annie also sees clients by video. Online sessions get results equivalent to in-person ones, and save you the trip.
Zoom, WhatsApp or Teams, over a password-protected connection. All about video consultations.
Frequently asked questions about hypnosis for stress and anxiety in the Gatineau / Ottawa region
Often 2 to 6 sessions, depending on what you are going through and for how long. From the first one, you leave with a self-hypnosis exercise to practise at home.
It helps you spot the signs that an attack is coming and calm down faster, using anchors learned in session. If attacks are frequent or intense, talk to your doctor first: hypnosis supports medical care, it does not replace it.
Yes. With teenagers:
- Annie Mayrand, in Gatineau and Cumberland.
Whichever is most convenient for you: Annie sees clients in both. Access to each office, by car and by public transit, is detailed under its map, higher up on this page.
Yes. Annie Mayrand sees clients in English, at the office or by video.
Yes, with results equivalent to the office. It is a practical option when the bridges are jammed, when the drive is long in winter, or when your schedule is overflowing.
We are not physicians, psychologists or psychotherapists. Our services fall under helping-relationship and wellbeing support: they constitute neither a diagnosis, nor treatment, nor psychotherapy (a reserved act in Quebec), and in no way replace medical or psychological care. If you are suffering psychologically, see a doctor or a psychologist — Info-Santé 811. In distress: 1-866-APPELLE (1-866-277-3553) or suicide.ca.
Page written by Annie Mayrand
hypnotherapist and NLP coach
partner at Solutions Hypnose.
English version reviewed by David Veilleux
Published .