Anxiety & Depression
Let’s start with how anxiety and depression are personal to you.
Anxiety. Anxiety can leave you feeling overwhelmed by worry, uncertainty, and the pressure to anticipate what comes next. You may find yourself caught in cycles of overthinking, perfectionism, self-doubt, or feeling unable to slow your thoughts despite knowing your fears may not match the situation. It can impact your relationships, decision-making, work, and ability to fully engage in the moments that matter most. The need to plan, control, or get things "right" can become exhausting and interfere with your ability to feel present and at ease.
Depression. Depression can affect much more than your mood; it can influence how you see yourself, your relationships, and your ability to engage with the parts of life that once felt meaningful. You may feel disconnected, exhausted, unmotivated, or overwhelmed by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, guilt, or self-criticism. Even when you continue meeting responsibilities and appearing "fine" to those around you, you may feel a sense of emptiness, disconnection, or difficulty finding meaning beneath the surface.
Anxiety x Depression. Anxiety and depression often exist together, creating a cycle of worry, self-criticism, low energy, and feeling stuck. You may find yourself constantly pushing through while feeling emotionally depleted, struggling to quiet your thoughts, or feeling disconnected from the person you want to be. Finding balance between acceptance and change can feel difficult when you are managing both experiences at once. Pushing yourself harder may intensify anxiety, while stepping back may reinforce feelings of hopelessness or disconnection.
Together, We Will:
Label the parts of your experience that are anxiety and depression and begin to accept these conditions as a part of you, not all of you
Identify the causes of these conditions, including early experiences and relationships, genetic predispositions, and trauma
Determine how these conditions manifest in your current relationships and interfere with attaining your goals
Uncover the patterns among your thoughts, feelings, and actions and determine if these patterns are helpful or unhelpful
Develop adaptive coping skills and practice skills such as flexibility in thinking, perspective taking, and emotional reflection
Set and work through new goals, while working through anxiety and depression to alleviate intensity and frequency of symptoms
Let’s take that next step, together.
I like to schedule complimentary phone consultations to make sure we are a good fit and answer any questions you may have before starting therapy.