Hi there — I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, worried, maybe even stuck in a loop of overthinking that just won’t let up. You’re not alone — anxiety is incredibly common, and the good news is: you don’t have to live like this.

In this article, I want to walk you through what anxiety is, how it shows up (because it looks different for everyone), and how counseling can actually help you feel more in control, more present, and more like yourself.

Let’s explore how therapy can be a supportive place to work through the noise — with warmth, strategy, and care.

What Anxiety Can Feel Like

Anxiety is more than just feeling nervous. It’s a persistent, often overwhelming state of worry or fear that can impact every part of your life — your work, your sleep, your relationships, your ability to just relax and enjoy a moment.

Some common signs of anxiety:

• Racing thoughts or constant worry
• Difficulty sleeping or resting
• Tension in your body (like tight shoulders or clenched jaw)
• Avoiding social situations or responsibilities
• Feeling restless or irritable
• Difficulty concentrating

Some folks experience anxiety in specific settings — like social anxiety or performance anxiety — while others feel a general sense of unease that’s always humming in the background.

No matter how it shows up for you, it’s valid — and it’s treatable.

How Counseling Helps with Anxiety

Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you — it’s about helping you better understand what’s going on beneath the surface. Together, we look at your unique experience, your thoughts, behaviors, and the way your nervous system responds to stress.

Counseling can help you:

• Learn to recognize anxious patterns before they spiral
• Practice grounding tools to calm your nervous system
• Shift unhelpful thought loops into something more supportive
• Explore root causes of your anxiety (past experiences, expectations, trauma, etc.)
• Build confidence in handling daily stressors
• Reconnect with joy, rest, and a sense of peace

You can explore more about my therapy approach here, including how I integrate evidence-based techniques with mindfulness, compassion, and a bit of humor when it fits.

A Safe Space to Just Be You

Whether we meet in person or online, therapy with me is always a space where you don’t have to have it all figured out. You can vent, cry, laugh, be quiet — whatever feels real in the moment.

This is your space to slow down, reflect, and get curious about how anxiety is impacting you — and to start making small shifts that add up to real change.

Approaches I Use to Treat Anxiety

There’s no one-size-fits-all method. That said, here are a few therapy approaches I often use to help clients work through anxiety:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps identify and reframe anxious thinking patterns.
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Focuses on accepting what you can’t control and committing to what matters.
• Mindfulness Therapy: Builds your ability to be present without judgment.
• Attachment-Based Work: Explores early relationship patterns and how they shape your response to stress.
• Holistic Healing: Integrates mind-body connection, breathwork, and more.

You can learn more about all my approaches here.

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone

Maybe you’ve been trying to manage your anxiety by powering through. Maybe you’ve read every self-help article and still feel stuck. Therapy can help you get unstuck.

I work with teens, adults, and couples — each with their own story. You can explore the range of services I offer and see which one feels right for you:

• Individual Therapy
• Teen Therapy
• Group Therapy
• Relationship Therapy
• Online Therapy
• Therapy Intensives

I also provide specialized support for veterans and substance use, divorce and co-parenting, and more.

A Few Things I Want You to Know

• Anxiety doesn’t make you weak — it means you care, and your body is trying to keep you safe.
• You are not broken, and you’re not the only one who feels this way.
• You deserve support that meets you with kindness and clarity.

Let’s Take the First Step TogetherIf this article spoke to you, or if you’ve been thinking about therapy for a while, maybe now is the time to reach out.

You can learn more about me or check out frequently asked questions about how I work.

When you’re ready, contact me to set up a free consultation — just a no-pressure chat to see if we’re a good fit.

You can also explore pricing here, or keep reading on the blog for more support and ideas.

Let’s turn the volume down on anxiety — and start creating space for you to breathe again. ✨