Therapy for Anxiety
Does your brain ever feel like it has about 47 tabs open, and at least three of them are playing something you can’t find?
Maybe you replay conversations, second-guess decisions (and then second-guess the second-guessing), or spend way too much time worrying about things that haven’t even happened yet. Worst-case scenarios included, of course.
Or maybe you’re the person everyone thinks has it all together, but behind the scenes, you’re exhausted from trying to keep up, prepare for everything, and make sure nothing goes wrong.
Anxiety can be exhausting, especially when it feels like your mind never gets a break.
Anxiety is a normal part of being human. It’s that feeling of worry, uneasiness, or tension that can show up when something feels uncertain or when we’re anticipating something that might happen.
And sometimes anxiety can actually be helpful. It can alert us to potential danger, motivate us to prepare, or help us pay attention to something important.
But when anxiety becomes excessive, difficult to manage, or starts interfering with everyday life, it may be more than occasional worry.
Anxiety can affect your thoughts, emotions, body, and behavior. You might notice racing thoughts, persistent worry, irritability, muscle tension, stomach discomfort, difficulty sleeping, or avoiding situations that make you uncomfortable.
There are also different types of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and specific phobias. Each can show up differently, and not everyone experiences anxiety in the same way.
Sometimes anxiety is pretty obvious. Other times, it might look like constantly staying busy, preparing for every possible outcome, or trying so hard to keep everyone happy that you forget to check in with yourself.
You might recognize some of these patterns
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Worrying about things you can’t control
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Racing thoughts that seem to get louder when you’re trying to sleep
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Replaying conversations or decisions over and over
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Intrusive thoughts that feel uncomfortable or upsetting
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Perfectionism and feeling like you have to get everything right
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People-pleasing and difficulty saying no
And sometimes, the person who seems to have everything together is also the person who’s exhausted from trying to keep it that way.
What Is Anxiety?
How Anxiety Can Show Up in Everyday Life
Anxiety isn’t always just worrying about what might happen. Sometimes it’s the constant need to plan ahead, the guilt that shows up when you try to relax, or the feeling that you need to have everything figured out before making a decision.
It can even show up physically, through tension, trouble sleeping, an upset stomach, or feeling restless when you’d really like to just sit down and relax.
Some common experiences include
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Avoiding things because you’re unsure how they’ll turn out
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Feeling like you always have to be doing something
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Overplanning, overpreparing, or constantly looking for reassurance
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Muscle tension, stomach discomfort, or trouble sleeping
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Feeling irritable or easily overwhelmed
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Feeling guilty for resting or putting your own needs first
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Struggling to make decisions without knowing the outcome
Sometimes the things you do to feel less anxious, like avoiding situations or asking for reassurance, can help in the moment but actually keep the worry going over time.
Therapy can be a place to take a closer look at those patterns and explore different ways of responding when anxiety shows up.
How Can Therapy Help?
Therapy isn’t necessarily about getting rid of anxiety altogether. It’s about having room to better understand what’s going on, explore what might be contributing to it, and consider different ways of responding when things feel overwhelming.
Maybe you’re wanting to take steps toward building confidence in your decisions, setting boundaries, understanding your emotions, or getting a little more comfortable sitting with the “I don’t knows.”
Here are a few things you might want to work on in therapy
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Understanding your anxiety and the patterns that keep showing up
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Learning practical skills for managing worry and overwhelming emotions
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Exploring the thoughts and beliefs that influence how you respond to situations
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Taking steps toward building confidence and self-trust
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Setting boundaries and exploring people-pleasing patterns
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Getting more comfortable with uncertainty
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Exploring self-love, acceptance, and what matters to you
My goal is to listen, get curious, and help you make sense of things at your own pace. I don’t believe therapy should be one-size-fits-all, and your experiences, needs, and goals are an important part of the conversation.
Perfectionism, People-Pleasing & the Need to Get Everything Right
Maybe you’re the person everyone relies on. You keep the peace, make sure everyone else is okay, and somehow feel responsible when someone is disappointed in you.
And even when you know you’re allowed to say no, make mistakes, or put yourself first sometimes, that lovely little feeling of guilt still finds a way to show up.
You might find yourself wondering
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Why do I feel guilty when someone is upset with me?
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Why is it so hard to say no?
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What if I make the wrong decision?
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Why can’t I just relax without feeling like I should be doing something?
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What do I actually want, outside of what everyone expects?
You can understand exactly why you do something and still struggle to do it differently.
Therapy can offer room to explore those patterns, where they may have come from, and what you’d like to do moving forward.
What to Expect from Anxiety Therapy with Me
My approach is collaborative, person-centered, trauma-informed, and tailored to your unique experiences and needs.
I believe therapy should be a place where you can talk about the hard stuff without worrying about saying the right thing. I’m not here to tell you how you should feel, what decisions you should make, or who you’re supposed to become.
I’m a big fan of curiosity, thoughtful questions, and exploring what might actually be helpful for you. Depending on your needs and goals, I may draw from approaches like CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based practices.
And while anxiety can involve some pretty frustrating experiences, I also believe there’s room for humor along the way. If sarcasm, dark humor, or the occasional swear word (or a lot of them) are part of your vocabulary, you’ll be in good company.
You’re the expert on your life. My role is to bring clinical knowledge, curiosity, and support while keeping your voice at the center of our work.
Anxiety Therapy in Florida
I offer virtual therapy for folks 13+ throughout Florida navigating anxiety, overthinking, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and difficulty with uncertainty.
Sessions take place online, so you can attend from a private, comfortable space without needing to travel to an office.
