Anxiety Therapy in Austin, TX & Claremont, CA
Is Anxiety Holding You Back?
Does it feel like alarms are always going off in your head, even when you’re not in any danger?
Do relatively minor concerns at times set off full-blown panic attacks?
Are you worried that you’ll never be able to get your anxiety under control?
Maybe you’re a perfectionist, and you can’t help but dwell on your perceived mistakes. You tend to replay the same scenarios over and over in your mind, wondering what you could have done differently, or how others are evaluating you.
Even when you wrap up your workday, you just can’t seem to relax. No matter how productive you’ve been, you end up focusing on your to-do list for the next day or being overly critical of yourself.
Perhaps thinking about worst-case scenarios has been ingrained in you. Although the catastrophic situations you imagine practically never happen, you still feel like you need to be prepared. You end up spending so much of your time thinking about the challenges you might face in the future, you completely miss the opportunity to enjoy the present.
Anxiety Creates Symptoms That Can Be Unsettling
When you live with anxiety, you may struggle with a wide range of symptoms that affect your physical and mental health, such as:
Nausea or other digestive issues
Negative impact on your work performance and social life
Panic attacks—sweating, difficulty breathing, and intense feelings of fear
Relying on reassurance from others too often
On top of that, your anxious thoughts may impact your quality of sleep at night. Challenges like overthinking before bed, not being able to get up on time due to poor sleep, or feeling exhausted when you need to focus, can be the result of inability to manage the anxiety that comes up at the end of your day.
In social situations, you may often feel so nervous that you turn down invitations just to avoid the potential for awkwardness. Even when you’re spending time with people you know well, it may be hard to truly relax. You may second guess yourself, wondering if your partner, friends, and family members are upset with you, particularly if you’ve been avoiding opportunities to get together or address issues that create anxiety for you.
Do you wish you could begin to feel more able to move past these issues and enjoy your life more often? You definitely can! With therapy, you can get to the origin of your worries, find relief from your symptoms, and finally let go of your anxious thoughts and feelings.
Have any questions about anxiety therapy? Send us a message!
Everyone Feels Worried And Anxious At Times
It can feel like you’re only the person struggling with excessive worries, but the truth is, you’re not alone! Anxiety disorders are actually the most common mental health issues affecting people in their daily lives today.
It makes sense that so many of us are overwhelmed by anxiety. As we try to juggle pressures at work or in school, often along with various responsibilities at home, in addition to the expectation to manage it all no matter what stressors come up, it’s easy to see why anxiety has become so widespread.
It doesn’t help that many of us spend hours on social media each day, comparing our own lives to highly edited photos and videos. Additionally, the ongoing news cycle can make us feel like we are in a continual state of emergency, with constant updates about the next global crisis.
Anxiety Can Keep Us Stuck In Fearful Thinking
Rather than seeking help for anxiety, we often feel like living this way is our only option. We avoid reaching out for help because we think we should be able to manage it, or we minimize our experience, assuming that our symptoms just aren’t “bad” enough for professional treatment.
Anxiety therapy offers effective treatment that is customized to your personal needs. Working together, you will learn how to use effective tools and strategies to manage your symptoms and overcome your anxiety.
Anxiety Therapy Can Help You Feel Calm And Grounded
If you’re living with anxiety, it can be tough to figure out when your concerns are valid and when you’re simply worrying about something that’s unlikely to happen. I completely understand and have a lot of experience with treating anxiety.
I’m here to provide you with empathetic and compassionate support using effective, evidence-based treatment approaches. In therapy, we will identify the root of your fears, and develop strategies to alleviate your symptoms, so you can finally feel at peace.
What You Can Expect In Therapy Sessions
One of my therapeutic goals is to build a trusting relationship with you and create a strong, authentic healing connection. During the first session, I want to have a clear understanding of your current situation and unique goals for therapy. I will explore relevant history, how anxiety has affected your life, and what specific symptoms you’re dealing with.
After my initial assessment, we will work together to…
explore the root of your issues.
clarify what you might like to change or do differently.
set specific goals to help you make these changes.
prepare a personalized treatment approach that fits your needs.
Throughout our therapy sessions, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of your anxiety, and learn strategies in order to alleviate your rumination. Outside of therapy, you’ll notice that you’re not spending so much time overthinking and worrying and that your ongoing fears about the future have calmed.
Effective Treatment Methods For Anxiety
I’m experienced in using a variety of evidence-based modalities and therapeutic techniques to treat anxiety. Ultimately, I seek to apply the methods that will work best for your unique situation and specific needs. As we work together you will also learn skills to manage your symptoms outside of our sessions.
Even if you’ve been struggling with anxiety for a long time, change is possible. With the right tools and support, anxiety is highly treatable. I’ve seen lots of success in working together with my clients. Many have made significant progress in understanding their anxiety, reducing their symptoms, and finding permanent relief.
You don’t have to live life constantly worrying, having difficulty trusting yourself, and feeling overwhelmed with anxiety. With the help of therapy tailored to address your symptoms, you can break free from your anxious thinking.
But You May Still Have Questions About Anxiety Therapy…
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I take a customized approach with each of my clients being treated for anxiety. There is really no set timeline for treatment. While most need more time to address their issues, some people find relief after just a couple of sessions. You'll be able to work with me for whatever length of time you personally need to effectively target your anxiety.
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I understand that the idea of sharing your fears and worries with a therapist might feel overwhelming. But as you reflect on the roots of your anxiety in therapy, you’ll also focus on actively learning skills and finding solutions for controlling your symptoms. This can feel really empowering! As you begin managing your symptoms, you’ll probably find that your quality of life improves.
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Even if you’re tired of living with anxiety, you might be one of these people who put off seeking therapy because of the stigma, however, there’s nothing shameful about working with a therapist. Some people tend to self blame, with thoughts like “I’m not trying hard enough.” Sadly, trying to “tough it out” often prolongs your suffering. With the right treatment, you’ll be able to learn the skills to manage your symptoms and finally feel better able to cope … and at peace.
You Can Learn To Silence Your Worries
If anxiety is holding you back from thriving and living your best life, therapy can help you manage and overcome your fears. I invite you to contact me to find out more about how I can support and guide you.
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