Health Anxiety After 60: When Worry Becomes a Habit (Not a Diagnosis)

Schedule

Mon Dec 01 2025 at 01:30 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Bernard Betel Centre | Toronto, ON

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With Tracy Wilder, RP & Michelle Weiss, MSW, RSW from ReFresh Psychotherapy
About this Event

As we age, it’s natural to become more attuned to our bodies—but for many, that awareness crosses into constant scanning, overthinking symptoms, and spiralling worst-case scenarios. The outcome is health anxiety, and it is a growing topic in therapy sessions.

This talk dives into what health anxiety looks like for Boomers and seniors—not just worry about illness, but the mental fatigue of managing the unknown. You’ll learn how the mind tries to keep you safe by predicting danger… but ends up creating more stress in the process.

We’ll explore how to calm the inner alarm system, separate fact from fear, and replace over-Googling with more effective habits. We’ll also cover how to have supportive conversations with doctors without feeling dismissed or panicked, and how to make peace with uncertainty—because no one gets a 100% guarantee on anything (sorry!).

This is not about ignoring health concerns—it’s about freeing up mental space so you can feel more grounded, confident, and clear-headed in your own body. Because peace of mind? That’s good for your health too.

This is a free event, but space is limited—reserve your seat today!


Tracy Wilder, Clinic Founder and Director, RP,

Tracy Wilder is a Registered Psychotherapist and Founder of ReFresh Psychotherapy, a Toronto-based clinic known for its warm, down-to-earth approach.


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Michelle Weiss, MSW, RSW

Michelle Weiss is a Registered Social Worker and therapist who offers counselling and coaching with a focus on older adults.


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This event is hosted in collaboration with the Bernard Betel Centre, and takes place at their centre located at:


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Thank you to our Vibrant Living Advocates:

We’re grateful to the community-minded organizations who help bring the Vibrant Living Series to life. These Advocates share our commitment to empowering older adults through education, connection, and meaningful conversation. Their generous support helps us offer engaging, informative, and accessible events that celebrate the wisdom, experience, and vitality of our senior community.



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Bernard Betel Centre, 1003 Steeles Avenue West, Toronto, Canada

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