Counseling FOR ANXIETY in Carolina Beach, NC
Get to the root of your anxiety & finally feel calm.
Let me guess…
Does it feel like anxiety has taken over your life?
You know something is missing but it’s hard to put your finger on what it is exactly. You just know that you’re tired of feeling this way. You’re sick of feeling anxious no matter what you do. Ultimately you’re weary of:Constantly questioning yourselfStruggling to relaxAvoiding situations that trigger anxiety or make you feel uncomfortablePersistent worriesFeeling uncomfortable in situations that don’t seem to bother everyone else
At times, anxiety can feel like it’s in the driver’s seat. Are you tired to going out of your way to avoid situations or trying to come up with plans for coping with how you’ve been feeling? Feeling stuck?
You’re tired of worries invading your personal life and your relationships. It’s hard to feel connected to others when you’re constantly critiquing your social performance. Did you say the right thing? Did you do the right thing? Pushing yourself to be perfect is exhausting. You feel disconnected from the people you should feel the most connected with. You’re tired of pushing yourself so hard at work. Rationally, you know that you’re just human and allowed to make mistakes but you can’t seem to not push yourself to the breaking point. You agonize over mistakes and worry about how you’re perceived professionally. No matter how hard you try, you can’t seem to turn your brain off. You’re exhausted from thinking the same thoughts over & over again. Managing your anxiety is possible.
You’re ready to feel connected with your loved ones again. You’re ready to feel as confident as you look on the outside. You want to enjoy your day instead of having to plan around your anxiety. You want to quiet your pesky inner-voice.Together we’ll work towards identifying strategies for immediate coping and dig deep to uncover and treat the roots of your anxiety. Our work together will be based on a past, present, and future lens. We’ll explore situations from the past that your anxiety may stem from, current unhelpful patterns that trigger and reinforce anxiety, and develop a plan for your future.What we’ll work on
Therapy for anxiety can help you:
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Gain insight & start healingGet “unstuck” and feel like you’re in charge of your life againIdentify the underlying causes for your anxietyFeel calm, in spite of daily stressorsStop questioning yourself all the timeLive life genuinely & confidently
FAQS
What others have wondered about anxiety therapy
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Yes! There are highly effective strategies for managing and minimizing anxiety. We’ll work together to come up with a plan to not only help you cope with your anxiety on a regular basis but also work towards decreasing your overall anxiety long-term.
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Unfortunately, the answer to this question varies from person to person. During our first session we’ll discuss your treatment goals & agree upon a schedule for how often to meet (weekly, biweekly, etc). Throughout the therapy process, feedback is always welcome. Most clients will typically be seen more frequently in the beginning of treatment and will begin extending time between sessions, as progress towards therapy goals is made.
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If therapy wasn’t helpful for you in the past or if it wasn’t as helpful as you would have liked it to be, that doesn’t mean that therapy can’t be helpful for you currently. Since everyone is different, it’s important to find the right fit for your therapy needs.
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Generally, prospective clients will ask questions about scheduling, insurance, and/or how therapy services might benefit their specific needs. There aren’t any wrong questions and it’s very low pressure. If additional questions pop up after the consultation phone call, you can always reach back out. .
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Interested in learning more? Check out this blog I wrote about anxiety for some tips & strategies for managing anxiety symptoms.
More questions? Check out my FAQs page.
Your well being is worth investing in.