Relief is possible
Therapy for relieving stress and anxiety
Is each day becoming exhausting?
In your mind there is constant self-judgement; a harsh inner critic with an endless stream of doubt and negativity. It’s overthinking. Sometimes about one thing and sometimes it’s like having 10 browser tabs open at once and feeling your attention pulled in multiple directions.
There’s a sense of imposter syndrome – feeling like you’re not AS good, capable, or qualified as others you know. It may be a perfectionist need for every thing to be done “right” and in a certain way. This may often cause procrastination where you struggle to finish or even start projects. It’s feeling forgetful of things even when they are very important to you.
You struggle in social situations because you feel overly self-conscious, fear being watched and judged, and worry about being perceived as stupid, awkward, or boring. You just want to feel “normal.”
If these thoughts sound familiar, you may be dealing with anxiety and you are NOT alone. Over 300 million people around the world struggle with anxiety and seek help everyday. You are NOT doomed to live the rest of your life this way. Help is available!
Other symptoms of anxiety may include:
Reccurring fears and worries
Trouble concentrating
Feeling nervous, restless, or tense
Irritability or anger
Avoiding things that trigger anxiety rather than deal with them
Trouble sleeping
Chronic muscle aches/pains, headaches
Gastrointestinal (GI) problems
Panic attacks
What you’ll get!
Feel less stressed and anxious
Gain relief from overwhelming emotions
Feel understood and supported
Have a safe, non-judgmental environment to talk about things that worry you
Understand how your thoughts contribute to your anxiety symptoms
Learn techniques to reduce undesired behaviors associated with anxiety
Relieve body manifestations of stress such as neck and back pain, stomach issues, and chronic headaches
Have happier more fulfilling relationships
You will feel validated and supported as you learn helpful tools.
How therapy works
Develop skills and techniques for dealing with anxiety.
As you already know, anxiety can negatively impact your ability to function well at home, work, in other social situations and relationships.
In therapy you will learn how experiences from your past impact how you deal with stress and anxiety.
You’ll gain relief and peace of mind by learning practical, healthy coping tools to use in your every day life, such as: how to catch and replace negative thoughts that lead to anxious feelings and behaviors, grounding and relaxation techniques, journaling, boundaries, healthy communication, exercise, and many more.
Frequently asked questions about therapy for anxiety
FAQs
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Stress is a natural emotional response to an external trigger such as pressure from responsibilities, a fight with a friend, or chronic illness. While stress can feel uncomfortable it also has benefits such as motivating us to do something we need to do.
Anxiety can be a natural reaction to stress. It is often triggered by internal factors such as, fears and worries, even in the absence of an external stressor. Anxiety tends to be an excessive reaction to a situation. It can be a general type of anxiety about a stressful situation or depending on the severity could be considered an anxiety disorder. It becomes problematic when it lasts for a significant length of time and interferes with your daily activities and relationships. Learn more.
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That is up to you! Many find the therapy process and learning effective coping tools can be enough to provide relief. Others find it’s a combination of therapy, coping skills, AND medication is what works for them. As an LPC, I am not able to prescribe medication. If you have questions about medication, please consult with your primary care provider or a psychiatrist. Learn more.
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Many begin to feel relief right away as they learn healthy coping skills.
However, how long it takes to fully go away is hard to say because each person is different. This is based on numerous factors, like lived experiences, severity of symptoms, frequency of therapy, the practice and implementation of skills outside of therapy, and even your biology.
Some can work through a very structured program and feel a relief of nearly all symptoms in a few months. Others may spend years in therapy for support in learning how to manage their anxiety versus trying to eliminate it all together.
Resist the urge to compare your circumstances and progress to others. Focus on your goals! And keep in mind that change takes time. Learn more.