Dental Anxiety & Trauma
Dental Anxiety & Trauma
Support for Dental Anxiety, Fear, and Trauma
Dental anxiety is more common than many people realize. For some individuals, dental visits may trigger intense fear, panic, shame, physical tension, avoidance, or memories connected to past experiences.
These responses are real and valid.
Whether anxiety developed from a painful experience, feeling powerless, trauma, sensory overwhelm, or fear of judgment, therapy may help support both the emotional responses connected to dental care.
Therapy May Help With
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Fear of dental procedures
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Panic before appointments
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Avoidance of dental care
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Dental trauma
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Needle fears
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Shame or embarrassment
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Sensory overwhelm
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Loss of control during treatment
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Anxiety related to pain or past experiences
A Trauma Informed Approach
Counselling offers a supportive space to work with dental anxiety, dental trauma, and the nervous system.
Sessions may include
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Grounding and calming strategies
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Nervous system regulation
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Emotional processing
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EMDR therapy when appropriate
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Preparing coping plans for appointments
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Building a greater sense of safety and control
You deserve support that feels safe, respectful, and understanding.