Anxiety
It All Begins Here
Anxiety. An experience we all have as human beings, and one that comes in many different shapes and sizes. While our stress may show up as panic attacks, rumination, interrupted sleep, muscle tension, or irritability, we know anxiety can manifest both physically and emotionally. We also know our bodies can give us clues as to what’s really going on.
Many of my clients share that their anxiety makes them frustrated and weighed down. They want relief from the discomfort, whether it be ruminating about something they have to do in the future, scanning their environment for threats, or playing over an interaction they had with a loved one.
Research shows that nearly 30% of adults will experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. In a fast paced world consumed by ever-growing technology and having access to news and media 24/7 upon life’s demands, it’s no wonder so many of us develop a reaction to being under too much stress.
It’s true, anxiety is uncomfortable. It’s also a natural response to something in our environment that we perceive to be dangerous or threatening. Sometimes it’s possible to use specific skills to calm our nervous system when it’s too activated, or by determining what aspects of the situation are in and outside of our control. In other contexts, accepting our anxiety for what it is and letting it be there can be a game changing approach. What if, instead of fighting so hard to get rid of something and feeling shameful or embarrassed for having it, we accepted it as a part of ourselves? What would happen if we learned to recognize the ways anxiety is trying to help us survive in the world and developed a trusting relationship with it?
Together, we will develop a thorough understanding of how you experience anxiety, why it shows up in your life, and what you would like to be different about it. We will look at numerous hands on tools that you can use in the moment to regulate your nervous system, as well as gain a more in depth understanding of how your anxiety may be connected to key experiences and relationships in your past.
In therapy, you will learn how to:
Clearly identify different ways your anxiety shows up: somatically, cognitively, and emotionally.
Increase your capacity to tolerate feelings of anxiety and discomfort and turn toward them rather than push them away.
Build a strong base of coping skills to help regulate your nervous system (i.e., safe place imagery, grounding skills, etc).
Focus more on the stressful aspects of your life you can control and build acceptance around the parts you cannot.
PRO TIP: 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding
What is it: grounding allows us to engage with all of our senses to get more connected to the present moment, so we get outside of our thoughts or bodies.
How to do it:
Name 5 things you can see around you
Name 4 things you can feel
Name 3 things you can hear
Name 2 things you can smell
Name 1 thing you can taste
Small Steps Create Big Shifts
It All Begins Here
Confidence doesn’t always arrive with a bold entrance. Sometimes, it builds quietly, step by step, as we show up for ourselves day after day. It grows when we choose to try, even when we’re unsure of the outcome. Every time you take action despite self-doubt, you reinforce the belief that you’re capable. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting that you can figure it out along the way.
The key to making things happen isn’t waiting for the perfect moment; it’s starting with what you have, where you are. Big goals can feel overwhelming when viewed all at once, but momentum builds through small, consistent action. Whether you’re working toward a personal milestone or a professional dream, progress comes from showing up — not perfectly, but persistently. Action creates clarity, and over time, those steps forward add up to something real.
You don’t need to be fearless to reach your goals, you just need to be willing. Willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to believe that you’re capable of more than you know. The road may not always be smooth, but growth rarely is. What matters most is that you keep going, keep learning, and keep believing in the version of yourself you’re becoming.
Turn Intention Into Action
It All Begins Here
Confidence doesn’t always arrive with a bold entrance. Sometimes, it builds quietly, step by step, as we show up for ourselves day after day. It grows when we choose to try, even when we’re unsure of the outcome. Every time you take action despite self-doubt, you reinforce the belief that you’re capable. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting that you can figure it out along the way.
The key to making things happen isn’t waiting for the perfect moment; it’s starting with what you have, where you are. Big goals can feel overwhelming when viewed all at once, but momentum builds through small, consistent action. Whether you’re working toward a personal milestone or a professional dream, progress comes from showing up — not perfectly, but persistently. Action creates clarity, and over time, those steps forward add up to something real.
You don’t need to be fearless to reach your goals, you just need to be willing. Willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to believe that you’re capable of more than you know. The road may not always be smooth, but growth rarely is. What matters most is that you keep going, keep learning, and keep believing in the version of yourself you’re becoming.
Make Room for Growth
It All Begins Here
Confidence doesn’t always arrive with a bold entrance. Sometimes, it builds quietly, step by step, as we show up for ourselves day after day. It grows when we choose to try, even when we’re unsure of the outcome. Every time you take action despite self-doubt, you reinforce the belief that you’re capable. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting that you can figure it out along the way.
The key to making things happen isn’t waiting for the perfect moment; it’s starting with what you have, where you are. Big goals can feel overwhelming when viewed all at once, but momentum builds through small, consistent action. Whether you’re working toward a personal milestone or a professional dream, progress comes from showing up — not perfectly, but persistently. Action creates clarity, and over time, those steps forward add up to something real.
You don’t need to be fearless to reach your goals, you just need to be willing. Willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to believe that you’re capable of more than you know. The road may not always be smooth, but growth rarely is. What matters most is that you keep going, keep learning, and keep believing in the version of yourself you’re becoming.