Jim Folk suffered with anxiety disorder
including debilitating panic attacks, from 1974 to 1986. During
those 12 years, he had undergone countless tests; sought the
help of numerous medical and mental health professionals; traveled
to a clinic in Mexicali, Mexico; had been prescribed numerous
medications; tried herbs, vitamins, diets, alternative therapies;
and a host of other treatments in an attempt to regain his normal
health.
In the summer of 1985, Jim came in contact with a psychologist
who understood anxiety. Jim’s personal experience with
anxiety and his comprehensive research, coupled with the psychologist’s
reassurances, helped Jim to turn his condition around. In 1986,
Jim stopped all medication and in 1987, he regained his normal
health.
Jim continues to enjoy
normal and medication-free health today (over 21 years).
In 1989, Jim began working with others who were experiencing
panic and anxiety disorders. In 1992, he wrote the book “Recovering
from Panic Attacks,” and in 1996, he developed the Web
site www.panicattack-help.com.
Today, in addition to Jim’s role as president of anxietycentre.com,
he offers personal coaching services to individuals and small
groups from around the world, leads anxiety disorder support
groups in the Calgary area, and is a public speaker that presents
to corporations and organizations, and at conferences and seminars.
As an entrepreneur, Jim, the companies he's founded, and the
projects they have participated in, have won hundreds of awards
including 7 Gemini Award Nominations, 3 Saskatchewan Showcase
Awards, and a coveted Golden Sheaf Award.
Jim has experience in coaching individuals suffering from
various forms of anxiety (Social Anxiety Disorder, Post-Traumatic
Stress Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety
Disorder, phobias), stress, depression, interpersonal relationship
problems (boundaries, self-esteem), anger issues, and
physical/emotional/sexual/spiritual abuse.
Jim and Marilyn Folk currently live in Calgary, Canada, and
attend Centre Street Church.
Members can read more about his personal experiences with anxiety
in the member’s area of our Web site.
I hope you already know how I feel.
This has been life changing and it is scary to imagine where
I would be now if it weren't for your help! I have read many,
many books, been to websites and forums and have seen numerous
doctors and they never told me the things I have learned
from you. They said they had the answer but each time I was
left feeling hopeless and wondering if I would ever find
the help I needed. As far as I know this is the only place
where you can truly get the information needed to heal from
this forever, no turning back. I live in a major city and
have resources at my fingertips and still I could not find
help. You know because you have walked through it with me
that I have literally been at the bottom and without you
pulling me up with your wisdom, experience and guidance I
would still be there. You are fulfilling your life purpose
and I am eternally grateful!!
Sherry, 40, USA
Jim, I can't thank you enough for
all you've done for me. You have so much information others
don't have. You need to write some books on anxiety. I'm
sure they'd sell incredibly well.
Tim, 45, USA
I really appreciate everything you've
done for me. You've given me my life back. I never thought
I would have been able to feel so good. Anxiety is a non-issue
for me now.
Looking back, I can't believe all of
the things I tried to get rid of my anxiety and symptoms.
I wish I would have found you first. I highly recommend you
as a personal coach to anyone looking to conquer anxiety
and return to normal living. You're the best. I know I've
told you that many time, but it's true.
God bless you and the work that you
and anxietycentre.com are doing. You truly are making
a difference.
Peter, 52, UK
JIM, THANK YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH!!! Your
wisdom and insights into anxiety have made a huge difference
in my life. Your approach and compassion are unique to anything
else I tried. Thanks again for setting me free from anxiety.
I tell everyone I know about you and
anxietycentre.com. I can't tell you how much I appreciated
your help. Keep up the great work!
Julie, 38, USA
I will always have a special place
in my heart for Jim and Marilyn Folk. Jim's one-on-one counselling
transformed my life. His genuine love for my health was overwhelming.
Thanks Jim! All my dreams have come true.
E.S., Canada
I feel very lucky to have found the
Anxiety Centre and to have had Jim Folk as my personal coach.
