Helping you Untangle the overwhelm so you can show up more fully for yourself.
Therapy for anxiety in the Capital Region and online across NY
Overthinking has been your constant companion for so long that it's hard to imagine who you might be without it.
Maybe you are:
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Life can start to feel like a constant balancing act—work, family, relationships, the never-ending list of things that need your attention. From the outside, it looks like you have it all together—steady, dependable, someone others can always turn to. But inside, you might be feeling worn out, stretched beyond your limits, quietly wondering how much longer you can keep going like this. Slowing down can feel so far away—not just because there’s always something more to do, but because rest can bring its own discomfort: guilt, anxiety, the fear of falling behind. Even when you accomplish so much, the relief is often fleeting, and the weight of it all keeps pressing in.
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It’s often not about anything real that happened— It might be because you've been hurt before, or because you're someone who deeply cares about how others feel, maybe even more than you let on. And that kind of heart is both a gift and something that makes you vulnerable to these little emotional spirals.
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Lately, the little things that used to roll off your back feel heavier than they should. You notice yourself getting irritated more easily, snapping when you don’t mean to, or pulling away from people without really knowing why. Your emotions feel closer to the surface—like they’re just waiting to spill over. Maybe you’ve even found yourself tearing up out of the blue, caught off guard by a wave of feeling you can’t quite explain.
Giving yourself permission to slow down doesn’t take away from your strength or success.
It might feel unfamiliar at first, but we can move through it together
When we work together, we’ll get curious about your anxiety—where it lives in your body, the thoughts and emotions it brings with it, and the patterns you find yourself stuck in when it feels like too much. We’ll explore not just what’s happening right now, but also the deeper roots—your early experiences, family dynamics, major moments that shaped you, and the quiet messages you picked up along the way about who you needed to be in order to feel safe or worthy.
This isn’t about staying stuck in the past. It’s about making connections—seeing how those earlier moments might still echo in your present, and learning to hold your anxiety with more understanding and kindness.
In our sessions, I’ll invite you to tune in to your body—to notice the subtle shifts, the tension, the places where anxiety shows up without words. Because anxiety doesn’t only live in your thoughts—it’s carried in your nervous system, too. And through gentle, supportive work, we’ll help your body find a sense of safety again. Over time, you can begin to recognize the early signs of anxiety, respond to them with more ease, and build trust in your body’s ability to guide you back to the present.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions about anxiety
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All of us can feel stressed, worried, and overwhelmed sometimes. However, when these feelings (cutthose things) become persistent or begin to escalate in intensity, they can start to disrupt day-to-day life and become classified as anxiety.
Common signs of anxiety include:
Restlessness or tension
Racing or intrusive thoughts
Increased heart rate
Trouble sleeping
Panic attacks
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A panic attack is a sudden surge of intense fear or discomfort that comes on quickly and often feels overwhelming. It usually peaks within 10–15 minutes, but in the moment, it can feel like something is seriously wrong—like you’re losing control, can’t breathe, or even having a heart attack.
Common symptoms include:
Rapid heartbeat or chest pain
Shortness of breath or feeling like you’re choking
Dizziness or lightheadedness
Sweating, shaking, or chills
A sense of unreality or detachment (like things aren’t real)
A strong fear that you’re dying or going crazy
Even though panic attacks feel dangerous, they’re not actually harmful to your body. They’re a response from your nervous system—a kind of false alarm when your brain thinks you're in danger, even if you're not. They can be incredibly scary, but with support and the right tools, they can become more manageable and less frequent over time.
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I draw from a wide range of approaches, focusing on my clients specific needs. While our session may feel like we’re “just talking”, I will draw upon my training and theraputic skills using some or all of the following evidenced based treatments:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
This well-researched approach helps you notice the anxious thoughts that fuel your panic and teaches you how to challenge and reframe them. It also offers practical tools for calming your body and regaining a sense of control.Somatic Work / Body-Based Techniques:
Since anxiety often shows up physically, your therapist may guide you to tune into your body—working with breath, posture, or nervous system regulation to create more calm and safety from the inside out.Mindfulness and Acceptance-Based Therapies (like ACT or MBCT):
These approaches focus on helping you develop a different relationship with your anxiety. Instead of trying to “get rid of” anxious thoughts or sensations, you’ll learn how to notice them with more compassion and stay present even when they arise.Psychodynamic or Relational Therapy:
Sometimes anxiety is rooted in deeper patterns or past experiences. This kind of therapy helps you explore how your early relationships and unspoken beliefs may still be shaping how you experience stress and connection today.Psychoeducation & Skill-Building:
Understanding how anxiety and panic work in the brain and body can be incredibly empowering. Your therapist can teach you grounding tools, breathing techniques, and ways to soothe yourself when anxiety spikes.