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Anxiety, Depression & Emotional Overload

To support adults experiencing persistent anxiety, low mood, emotional exhaustion, grief, insomnia, chronic worry, or stress related to major life transitions.

Clinical Overview


Anxiety and depressive symptoms are common in mid-life and beyond, often influenced by cumulative stress, caregiving demands, hormonal changes, trauma exposure, and chronic illness. Prolonged stress can dysregulate the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis, disrupt sleep, impair immune function, and increase the risk of cardiometabolic disease.


How Vital Life Holistic Supports You


Our nursing-guided, trauma-informed model focuses on body–mind restoration and functional recovery:

  • Comprehensive intake & risk screening (sleep, mood, stress, nutrition, lifestyle, safety)

  • Nervous system regulation (breathwork, grounding, circadian rhythm support)

  • Lifestyle & nutrition reset (anti-inflammatory, blood-sugar-stabilizing plans)

  • Sleep restoration (sleep hygiene, light exposure, evening routines)

  • Emotional resilience tools (stress literacy, coping skills, self-regulation)

  • Care coordination & navigation (linkage to primary care and community resources)

Scope note: Services are wellness education and nursing support. We do not provide psychotherapy or psychiatric treatment and will refer when indicated.



Safety & Emergency Pathways (BC)


  • Immediate danger or medical emergency: Call 911.

  • Urgent mental health support: Attend the nearest Emergency Department or an Urgent Primary Care Centre (UPCC).

  • Community mental health & substance use services: Access your local Health Authority (Fraser Health, Vancouver Coastal Health, etc.) for intake and urgent response clinics.

  • Crisis support: Contact provincial crisis services (24/7) for immediate emotional support.


References 

  • American Psychiatric Association. (2022). DSM-5-TR: Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed., text rev.).

  • McEwen, B. S. (2017). Neurobiological and systemic effects of chronic stress. Chronic Stress, 1, 1–11.

  • National Institute of Mental Health. (2023). Depression; Anxiety disorders.

  • World Health Organization. (2022). Mental health at work.


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