Anxiety Therapy (in Austin and Online Across TX, CA, & Washington, D.C.)
How does anxiety feel?
Constant worry. A feeling different from stress. A nagging uneasiness that won't fade. Relentless butterflies. Sleepless nights consumed by thoughts. Endlessly looping concerns. Nightmares haunting your sleep. Shortness of breath in moments of panic. Avoidance kicking in automatically. Procrastination taking over your actions. Excuses piling up to justify the unease. Guilt creeping in for not handling things better. Sadness overshadowing moments of joy. Loneliness lingering like an unwanted visitor. Fear gripping your heart. More worry added to the pile each day. Rinse and repeat again and again and again. The struggle is real.
What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is your body’s way of protecting yourself. It serves a purpose and when understood, controlled and redirected, it can be extremely useful. My goal in anxiety therapy is to teach you how to better manage your anxiety by becoming friends with it and allowing it to be an ally and aide rather than an enemy or something to fear.
What does anxiety look like?
While anxiety shows up differently for everyone, it can look like:
Perfectionism / Procrastination
Anger / Self-criticism
OCD tendencies
Fidgeting
Constant fear or worry / Nervousness
Impatience / An inability to make decisions / Thinking and rethinking over every possibility
Always having an escape plan
Not ever being fully present because your mind is always focusing on too many other things
Constantly being short with those around you and then feeling guilty about it
Not being able to focus on one task at a time because there are just too many things to take care of each more important than the next
Saying no to things repeatedly even though you want to say yes and then feeling sad and isolated.
The list is not exhaustive and if any of these experiences resonate with you and you’re ready to hop off the struggle bus, click here so that I can help.
Through exploration of fears and worries, breath and body work, mindfulness, validation and reframing your narratives (the stories you tell yourself), you will learn how to trust and call upon your anxiety in times of need and send it away when it no longer serves you. You will not learn how to simply manage your anxiety, but instead you will learn to control it. I want to empower you to use your anxiety as a strength and a super power rather than continue to battle with it, feel crippled by it or see it as a weakness or a flaw.
How can anxiety therapy help me feel better?
You will be able to notice when you start to feel anxious, and you will be able to pinpoint exactly what you feel anxious about
You will be able to choose from the skills you have learned in therapy to decide what to do with your anxiety
You will no longer be scared of when your anxiety will show up because you will have all the tools you need to deal with it when it does
You will be able to focus on the present and reconnect with yourself and others
You will enjoy your experiences as they happen and maybe even make space for new experiences instead of worrying about the what ifs
Instead of waking up to fear or constant worry, you will be able to breathe deeply and take things once step at a time
You will feel calm, confident and empowered to live your best life
Ready to give yourself some relief? Schedule a free 15-min consultation or your first full session here.
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Anxiety therapy is not limited to one type of problem. Rather it can help with a wide range of conditions including but not limited to:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) - Constant and continuous worry about everyday situations so much so that it impacts your work, school and/or general life functioning. Therapy for generalized anxiety disorder helps reduce this never ending worry.
Social Anxiety - Social anxiety therapy focuses on fear of judgment or embarrassment in social situations. Therapy works to help you feel more comfortable around others.
Health Anxiety - Health anxiety therapy helps reduce constant distress about illness or physical symptoms.
Relationship Anxiety - Relationship anxiety therapy helps you manage fear, insecurity and overthinking in relationships.
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There are multiple modalities to support working with anxiety and the goal of all of them is to help you feel better and function more easily. Here are a few that I use often:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety is probably the most effective method as it focuses on how your thoughts, feelings and behavior all impact each other. By changing negative thinking patterns you can reduce anxiety.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) - Solution Focused Brief Therapy for anxiety works on fixing the most pressing issue first before working backward to root patterns and prevention. Sometimes we need to work on what’s right in front of us before we can go deeper.
Mindfulness Based Techniques - Mindfulness for anxiety allows you to slow down and notice what is happening within you and around you without judgment so that you can choose to act (with intention) instead of constantly reacting.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for anxiety helps you accept your thoughts without fighting them. Rather than trying to remove anxiety you learn to live alongside it while focusing on what matters to you.
Exposure Therapy - Exposure therapy helps you face your fears in a gradual and safe way. Instead of avoiding situations, you slowly learn to tolerate them. This results in reduction of fear.
Other Evidence Based Therapy Approaches
There are also other evidence based therapy for anxiety methods that include:
Psychodynamic therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for anxiety
Brainspotting therapy for anxiety
As each person who struggles with anxiety is different, so is the approach used to help you feel better. Each therapy session is tailored to your specific wants and needs.
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Your age, life stage and experiences all shape what therapy will look like for you as therapy does not look the same for everyone. As a result, therapy services are adjusted based on your wants and needs.
Anxiety Therapy for Individual Adults - For adults, anxiety often shows up as overthinking, burnout or constant pressure to do more/do better. Therapy for adults helps you manage daily stress, improve decision making and regain balance in your life.
Couples Therapy for Anxiety - Anxiety can affect relationships hard and couples therapy for anxiety helps partners
understand each other’s triggers
respond safely and with empathy
communicate better
build a stronger connection
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Online therapy allows you to access support from anywhere in Austin or across Texas, California or Washington, D.C.
With virtual therapy you can attend sessions from home, feeling more comfortable in your own space and saving time on travel.
Telehealth/virtual therapy for anxiety is just as effective as in-person sessions and allows you to choose what fits your schedule and lifestyle best.
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I offer services designed to meet you where you are. Whether you are just noticing your anxiety or have been struggling for years, treatment can be adapted to your specific situation.
This includes:
personalized sessions
flexible scheduling
evidence based techniques
The goal is simple - helping you feel and function better in your daily life.
Benefits of My Therapy Services
With consistent therapy, you will begin to notice real changes such as:
reduced worry
better emotional control
improved relationships
clearer thinking
stronger coping skills
more self-confidence
Instead of feeling stuck, you move forward with confidence. As time passes, treatment helps you build lasting habits that support your well-being.
Ready to start feeling better? Schedule a free 15-min consultation or your first full session here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Therapy helps you recognize thought patterns, reduce mental overwhelm and build healthier ways to respond.
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Yes. Therapy can address anxious thought patterns that keep you from falling asleep, staying asleep or waking up before necessary/desired and will also help you develop healthier bedtime hygiene/routines.
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Yes. Therapy helps you understand panic triggers, what to do and how to stop attacks when they happen and ultimately, how to gain control of your anxiety/panic.
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Maybe. Many people benefit from therapy alone, while others may need additional support depending on their symptoms and personal situations. We can discuss this during our session.
Take the First Step Toward Support That Fits You
Finding the right support can literally change your life and you don’t need to keep pushing through on your own.
Take the next step today by reaching out through the contact page or scheduling a free consultation by clicking on the button below.
You deserve support that fits you, not the other way around.
How long will it take to feel better?
While there is no definite answer, my clients have told me that they have started to feel better and less anxious after our first session together. Fully being in control of your anxiety will take some time, but you can expect to feel better within the first 1-3 sessions.
Where do I sign up?
If you are ready to embark on the journey towards reclaiming control over your life, click here or on the button below to schedule your initial session.