Therapy for Anxiety
Anxiety is a natural part of being human—it’s your body’s built-in protection system, designed to keep you safe. In moments of true danger, anxiety heightens awareness and helps you act fast. But for many of us, anxiety shows up when there’s no real threat—racing thoughts, a tense chest, trouble sleeping, or an undercurrent of dread we can’t explain. You might know you’re safe, but your body doesn’t feel that way.
Anxiety can take many forms:
Generalized Anxiety (GAD): persistent worry and physical tension that can make rest and focus difficult.
Panic Disorder: sudden, overwhelming waves of fear or physical symptoms that feel uncontrollable.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): intrusive thoughts or urges paired with rituals or mental loops to relieve them.
Phobias: intense fears that limit freedom and spontaneity.
Social Anxiety: fear of judgment or rejection that leads to avoidance or self-doubt.
Whatever its form, anxiety is rarely random—it’s intelligent, even if uncomfortable. Beneath the surface, anxiety often signals something unprocessed or unacknowledged. We explore the unconscious mechanisms driving anxiety: the inner conflicts, early adaptations, or protective strategies that once kept you safe but now create distress. You may discover that anxiety arises as a defense against feelings like anger, grief, or vulnerability that were once too overwhelming to face.
Together, we’ll work to bring awareness and compassion to these hidden parts of your experience, allowing your nervous system to release its constant state of alert. I integrate CBT, mindfulness, and somatic grounding to help you calm your body, identify the thought patterns that fuel anxiety, and respond from a place of stability rather than reactivity. Over time, anxiety becomes less of a threat and more of a messenger—pointing toward what within you is ready to heal.
If you’re ready to better understand your anxiety and feel more grounded in your day-to-day life, reach out for a consultation to begin therapy or learn more about how this work can help you move through anxiety with steadiness, awareness, and care.