Anxiety Therapy
You do so much, and you feel pulled in a million directions. Somehow everything feels on you to take care of or control. You have a tough time figuring out what you actually think about something, let alone what your needs are. It feels heavy, anxious, and exhausting. You feel like the people who should know you the best might not know you as well as you thought, most of all your partner, who is supposed to be the person who gets you the most. You miss feeling like someone understands you, or feels close to you. Something feels off, but you can’t put your finger on what.
The status quo is unsustainable.
You’ve tried to shove it down, and you’re finally hitting a point where it just won’t stay there; it’s starting to bubble up as anger, resentment, or withdrawing all together. You might even find yourself coping in unhealthy ways because the situation feels out of your control.
It’s so easy to get lost here. Your family’s voices become louder and needier than your own, whether it’s the family you grew up in or the family you are creating. Starting a new job, getting married, or having babies can make you forget about your own needs, let alone your wants. My clients wish there was a way they could live without bending over backward to keep everyone around them happy.
Going to therapy feels like a big unknown step for many people. It’s possible you feel guilty for taking an hour out of your day to do something that’s not for anyone else or “productive.” However, the lasting impact of investing in yourself through therapy is undeniable. While you create a more healthy you, the ripple effects are wide-reaching.
Therapy might be for you if:
- You are overscheduled from saying “yes” too often
- You avoid conflict like the plague
- It takes multiple days to realize why something made you so mad or upset
- It’s difficult for you to allow yourself to feel mad or upset
- Your partner feels far away and like they just don’t get what’s going on with you
- It’s difficult to stay present bc you are constantly in your head, zoning out, or daydreaming
- You often feel tension throughout multiple parts of your body
If any of these resonate with you, I see you.
How therapy with me can help
The anxiety of starting to find your voice can be a huge barrier to getting the help you need. I can help you figure out what you want, reclaim your voice, and be the person you want to be. During the course of therapy, I might help you:
- Overcome people-pleasing
- Reclaim your voice; communicate your needs and wants with confidence
- Heal from past hurts that still get in your way
- Identify your values and live an authentic, fulfilling life
- Prioritize your self-care without guilt
- Know your limits and set boundaries
- Feel close and connected to the people you love
My approach to helping is based on your unique situation. I might work with you on an individual level, or with you and your partner for couples counseling. Schedule a free consultation today to explore if we are a good fit for therapy.