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Therapy for Anxiety & Stress
You’re not too much. You’re not too emotional. And you’re not alone.
You overthink. You overfunction. You keep it together—for everyone but yourself.
Anxiety shows up in different ways:
A racing mind that won’t quiet down - especially at night
Constant “what-ifs” and imagined worst-case scenarios
Overthinking about what others think - even when you know it shouldn’t matter
Saying yes when you want to say no (and paying for it later)
Perfectionism, fear of failure, and a belief that nothing you do is quite enough
Maybe from the outside, things look fine.
You’re the one others count on. You keep the schedules, anticipate needs, manage the details. But inside? It’s another story.
Your mind spins through possibilities, past conversations, and future risks - relentless and loud. Every decision feels weighty. You rehearse what you’ll say, then replay what you said. You doubt your gut, worry you’re getting it wrong, and try harder to stay ahead of the spiral.
Sometimes the anxiety is obvious: racing thoughts, a tight chest, a feeling of dread you can’t shake. Other times, it hides behind perfectionism, people-pleasing, or the need to stay busy, so you don’t have to feel.
The truth is, you’re not too sensitive, too emotional, or too much.
Anxiety can be really loud. You might be used to overthinking everything, second-guessing yourself, and feeling like you need to get it “just right” to avoid disappointment or regret. But anxiety doesn’t have to be in charge of every decision or dictate how you show up in your life.
Therapy can help you feel more steady, more centered, and more like yourself again - or for the first time.
Together, we’ll get curious about what your anxiety is trying to protect you from - and explore whether those old strategies are still serving you. Using Narrative Therapy, we might examine the beliefs and stories you’ve inherited - like the idea that you need to be perfect, or that you have to keep everyone else happy, or that control keeps you safe and prepared. We’ll look at where those beliefs started and how they’ve shaped your sense of self. Then, we’ll begin to rewrite your story by exploring the values that matter to you, so that you can be guided by compassion, flexibility, and agency- not fear.
We’ll also draw from Solution-Focused Therapy to identify what’s already working, even in small ways. Maybe that looks like practicing new boundaries, role-playing a hard conversation, or experimenting with what calm actually feels like in your body. We’ll build on your existing strengths to create personalized tools that support your goals and help you move through life with more clarity and ease.
Anxiety may still show up - but it won’t get to make all the decisions anymore.
What if you could trust yourself again?
In therapy, we’ll work to help you feel more connected to yourself - your needs, your values, your voice. Over time, you might notice the constant tension start to ease. The overthinking may quiet. You’ll begin making decisions with more confidence and setting boundaries that feel clear and kind. You’ll stop spiraling after every conversation and start feeling more present in your life. Together, we’ll create space for rest, self-compassion, and the version of you that doesn’t have to hold it all together alone.
Things we can work on in therapy:
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Recognizing patterns of overthinking, self-criticism, and “what-if” spirals
Letting go of perfectionism and the pressure to get everything right
Building self-trust so you can make decisions with more clarity and confidence
Reframing anxious thoughts and learning to respond rather than react
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Setting boundaries that reflect your values and protect your energy
Learning to say no without guilt - and yes to what truly matters
Navigating people-pleasing patterns and learning to advocate for your needs
Navigating hard conversations with more clarity and confidence
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Understanding how anxiety shows up in your body and daily life
Reconnecting with your body’s cues instead of pushing through
Creating rituals that help you calm your nervous system and feel more grounded
Creating routines that support your mental wellness
Find freedom from anxiety.
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FAQs about Anxiety
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It’s true - some anxiety is normal. But when it starts interfering with your daily life, relationships, sleep, or ability to enjoy things, it might be time to get support. If you find yourself constantly overthinking, second-guessing, or feeling on edge, therapy can help you make sense of what’s going on and learn ways to feel more grounded and in control.
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Absolutely. Many high-achieving adults appear calm on the outside while quietly struggling on the inside. You don’t have to “look anxious” for your experience to be valid. Therapy gives you a space to take off the mask, and explore what’s underneath the pressure, and develop tools that actually work for you.
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Not at all. Our work will move at your pace. You get to decide what we talk about, when, and how. We’ll start by focusing on what feels most helpful - like managing overwhelm or making decisions more easily - and build trust from there. Therapy isn’t about forcing you to relive the past; it’s about helping you move forward with more clarity and compassion.
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I work primarily with adults experiencing generalized anxiety - the kind that might show up as overthinking, second-guessing, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and difficulty saying no. It’s often a constant undercurrent rather than a crisis. You may look like you have it all together on the outside, but inside you feel tense, overwhelmed, or stuck in self-doubt. If that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place.
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Boundaries are the limits we set to protect our time, energy, emotions, and values. They help us say what’s okay and what’s not in relationships—without guilt. If you struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, or over-functioning, boundaries may feel uncomfortable at first, but they are a key part of feeling safe, confident, and connected.