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Anxiety

Anxiety has a way of taking over your mind and body. Maybe your thoughts won’t slow down, you’re constantly worrying about what could go wrong, or you feel on edge for no clear reason. You might have trouble sleeping, feel tense all the time, or avoid situations because they feel overwhelming.

Sometimes anxiety shows up as overthinking. Other times it looks like irritability, perfectionism, or always needing to be in control. No matter how it shows up, anxiety can make everyday life feel harder than it needs to be.

You’re Not Weak or “Too Much”

Anxiety isn’t a personal failure—it’s a very human response to stress, pressure, or feeling unsafe. Many people live with anxiety for years and assume it’s just “how they are.” Others feel frustrated because they know their fears don’t always make sense, but that doesn’t make them go away.


You’re not dramatic, broken, or bad at coping. Your nervous system is doing its best to protect you, even if it’s working overtime right now.


How Therapy Can Help

Therapy can help you understand your anxiety instead of constantly fighting it. Together, we look at what’s fueling your worries and how anxiety is affecting your thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.


In therapy, you can:

  • Learn how to calm your mind and body

  • Reduce constant worry and overthinking

  • Build confidence in handling stress

  • Stop avoiding things anxiety has been controlling

  • Feel more present and at ease in your daily life

The goal isn’t to eliminate anxiety completely—it’s to help it stop running the show.


Common Concerns (and Honest Answers)


“Everyone feels anxious—why do I need therapy?”
It’s true that anxiety is normal. But if it’s interfering with your sleep, relationships, work, or happiness, support can make a real difference.


“I should be able to handle this on my own.”
Many people try for years before reaching out. Therapy isn’t a last resort—it’s a way to learn skills you may never have been taught.


“What if talking about it makes my anxiety worse?”
When done gently and at your pace, therapy actually helps anxiety feel more manageable, not more intense.


“Does this mean I’ll have anxiety forever?”
Not at all. Many people see significant relief and feel more in control once they have the right tools and support.

Who can help...

Deanna Shahady

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Jaala Davis

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate

Arta Rahmani

Counseling Intern

Karishma Arya

Counseling Intern

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