What is anxiety? Is this how you feel?
To some extent, anxiety is a natural response to stress and difficult experiences in life. However, at some point, it becomes overwhelming and can take over your life, and that’s something you should avoid.
Untamed anxiety will leave you feeling stuck, drained, or unable to focus on everyday tasks. Anxiety doesn’t just affect your thoughts; it can also show up physically and emotionally, making it hard to feel safe or comfortable in daily functioning.
Common signs of anxiety include:
Constant worry about the past, future, or everyday situations
Feelings of fear or panic that are hard to control
Trouble concentrating, making decisions, or falling asleep
Irritability, restlessness, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed
Avoidance of people, places, or situations that may trigger anxiety
Oftentimes, there are physical symptoms such as tightness in the chest, racing heart, muscle tension, or stomach issues
If you recognize yourself in these symptoms, know that you’re not alone.
We’re here to support you!
Types of anxiety disorders
You should know that anxiety can present itself in different ways. Here are some of the most common forms of anxiety:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life, such as health, work, or relationships.
Panic Disorder
Sudden, intense episodes of fear accompanied by physical symptoms like shortness of breath or chest pain.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors aimed at reducing distress or preventing feared outcomes.
Phobias
Intense fears of specific objects or situations, leading to avoidance and distress.
Whether your anxiety fits into one of these categories or feels more generalized, therapy with an experienced counselor can help you feel better!
Are you suffering from hidden anxiety?
If you are struggling with work and feeling the desire to avoid responsibilities, if you’re experiencing mysterious pains or just general unexplained feelings of unease, it can mean you’re suffering from so-called hidden anxiety.
This type of anxiety can be more difficult to pinpoint and diagnose, but it’s important to do so because hidden anxiety can be as destructive as the “standard” one.
Why should you seek anxiety therapy?
Anxiety therapy is all about helping you uncover and address the patterns, beliefs, and thoughts that fuel your anxiety. By understanding the root causes of your anxiety, we can work together to change the way your mind and body respond to stress.
Here at Life’s Path, we use several modalities that are helpful when it comes to helping clients struggling with anxiety:
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): EMDR helps you process and reframe memories and thoughts fueling your anxiety; it’s done by using bilateral stimulation to reduce anxiety and emotional distress.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps you identify and challenge negative thoughts and behaviors that keep you feeling anxious.
Other types of therapy I use include:
Culturally sensitive therapy: It incorporates your cultural background and beliefs in the counseling process.
Expressive arts therapy: It uses creative forms of expression to support the healing process.
Motivational interviewing: It builds motivation for positive change.
Multicultural therapy: It focuses on your cultural identity and experiences.
Person-centered therapy: You as an individual is my number one focus during the whole process.
What can you expect from anxiety therapy?
Anxiety counseling is far more than just dealing with anxiety symptoms; it’s about helping you overcome this roadblock for good and creating lasting change so that you can live your life to the fullest again.
With the right support of our compassionate counselors, you will be able to:
Break free from the pattern of constant worry and fear
Gain practical strategies and coping skills that will allow you to handle anxiety when it arises again
Develop healthier thinking patterns and beliefs about yourself and your situation
Improve your sleep, focus, and emotional balance
Feel more confident, calm, and in control of your life
Anxiety therapy gives you the space to process your emotions and learn tools to navigate life with greater ease. Over time, you’ll start to feel lighter, more peaceful, and ready to enjoy life again.
Are you ready to start anxiety therapy?
You don’t have to let anxiety run your life. With the right support, healing is not only possible but also within your reach. Even if it feels like a distant future, we warmly invite you to reach out. Just use the contact form, and we’ll take it from there. We strive to respond as quickly as possible, typically within 12-24h.
