Therapy for Anxiety in Huntersville
And virtually across North Carolina
Let go of the idea that you need to have it all figured out.
Constant anxiety can be exhausting.
Waking up anxious and having it continue throughout the day can feel like it dictates everything. Sometimes having so much on your to-do list can overwhelm you to the point that you don’t even know where to start. This can make it feel impossible to get anything done, effecting your focus and efficiency at work or school. As a high achiever, not meeting the expectations you set for yourself can leave you feeling like you are your own worst critic and like what you do is never enough.
Does it feel like anxiety is controlling your life?
Maybe you’ve been noticing…
Your heart is racing (even when you’re trying to be still)
You feel overwhelmed when things feel out of your control
You have trouble falling asleep (or you’re constantly waking up) and finding it impossible to quiet your mind
You feel a sense of unease, even if you’re not having any anxious thoughts
You set high expectations for yourself and feel disappointed when you can’t meet them
You’re stuck on what to focus on first because everything seems important
You’re hyper-aware of your mistakes and fearing that others view you as a failure
Anxiety can often feel all-encompassing: it tends to be something you feel mentally and physically. It can be difficult to focus on what’s happening in the moment when your hands are shaking and your mind is moving a million miles a minute. By taking a mind-body approach, we’ll explore both the mental and physical aspects of your anxiety and work on grounding skills to improve your overall wellbeing. When you feel frazzled and overstimulated, everything can feel like “too much.” Part of our work together will focus on slowing down and focusing on the here and now. Other parts will emphasize the bigger picture and reframing maladaptive thoughts and behaviors. Our work together will be collaborative because I believe each person is an expert in their own lives. I won’t tell you what to do but rather, I will walk alongside you to find the answer.
Therapy for anxiety can help you…
Identify your emotions
Knowing why you feel the way you do empowers you to better understand yourself.
Learn coping skills
Therapy can equip you with tools that help you manage day to day worries.
Work through fears
Process worries that hold you back from living the way you want to.
Find a sense of calmness
Improve mental clarity and overall wellbeing, feeling more emotionally in control.
FAQs about anxiety therapy
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We’ll start by looking at your history of anxiety as well as current symptoms. Then we’ll work to identify your thoughts and find healthier ways of coping.
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This can vary by person. I recommend starting off with one session a week and we’ll assess your symptoms periodically.
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This is not a requirement but based on your individual symptoms, medication can be a helpful tool combined with therapy.