Understanding Anxiety

Anxiety is a common human experience and a natural response to stress, uncertainty, or perceived danger. But when anxiety becomes constant, overwhelming, or starts to interfere with daily life, it may signal something more. You might notice racing thoughts, difficulty sleeping, restlessness, irritability, or physical symptoms like tension, dizziness, or a fast heartbeat. Anxiety can show up in many ways, including generalized worry, social anxiety, panic attacks, or specific fears.

The Impact on Daily Life

Living with anxiety can feel exhausting. It may affect your ability to focus, make decisions, connect with others, or feel at ease in your own body. Many people with anxiety feel like they’re always “on edge,” anticipating the worst or struggling to shut off their thoughts. This often involves the nervous system getting stuck in a state of high alert, making it harder to relax or feel safe even when there’s no immediate threat. Over time, anxiety can narrow your world, making it harder to engage in things you used to enjoy. It can also lead to self-doubt, shame, or frustration with yourself.

How Therapy Can Help

Therapy offers a space to better understand your anxiety and learn how to manage it more effectively. Through approaches like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and nervous system regulation, we can help you identify unhelpful thought patterns, build coping skills, and reconnect with a sense of calm and confidence. Therapy can also support you in developing a more compassionate relationship with yourself as you navigate anxiety, rather than trying to fight it alone.