Therapy for anxiety & stress in Dutchess County & online across New York and florida
Quiet the critical and insecure voice in your mind & learn to trust yourself.
If there were a prize for overthinking, carrying chronic stress or worrying, you’d be a world champ
You often find yourself thinking…
“Why am I so anxious? What if I’ll never be happy?”
“I wish I wouldn’t have said that… now I’m going to be thinking about it for days.”
“I really don’t have time to take on more, but I feel guilty saying no.”
“Can’t they tell I have a lot on my plate? Why doesn’t anyone ever offer to help me?”
“I can’t make a decision to save my life—and how could I when I don’t even know what I want?”
It may seem unlikely now, but through the work we’ll do together, you can stop second-guessing yourself & start treating yourself with more grace, compassion and self-assurance.
Anxiety and stress don’t need to win. By learning how to quiet your mind, prioritize your needs, and connect to your core values, you can get back in the driver’s seat of your life.
my approach
Meeting you where you are &
finding out what you need.
Anxiety has a way of making life feel smaller, keeping you stuck in overthinking, avoidance, or feeling like you always have to be in control. It’s not just in your head—it’s in your body too, showing up as tension, exhaustion, or those constant “what if?” thoughts. Together, we’ll figure out what your anxiety is trying to tell you and, more importantly, how to stop letting it run your life.
We’ll start where you are—if your nervous system feels constantly on edge, we’ll focus on calming that first. From there, we’ll get curious about the deeper patterns at play, breaking free from old ways of thinking that keep you stuck. I’ll help you move from just understanding your anxiety to actually shifting how you respond to it.
More than one thing can be true at once: you can feel anxious and still take action, feel uncertain and still move forward. By embracing this perspective, you can learn tools to feel more grounded, ride the waves of discomfort, and trust yourself to handle whatever comes your way.
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How therapy for anxiety and stress can help…
Take care of yourself emotionally — Learn how to tune into your feelings, show yourself compassion, and respond to stress in ways that actually help rather than overwhelm you.
Feel more comfortable, even in the uncomfortable moments — Life comes with uncertainty, but therapy can help you build the confidence to handle challenges without getting stuck in worry or fear.
Set boundaries and communicate your needs — Get clear on what you need, learn to express it in a way that feels true to you, and start creating relationships that feel supportive rather than draining.
Quiet self-doubt and build confidence — Shift negative self-talk, trust yourself more, and stop second-guessing every decision so you can move through life with more ease.
Find calm in your mind and body — Develop simple strategies for mindfulness, relaxation, and better sleep so stress doesn’t keep running the show.
Gain clarity about yourself and your life — Therapy helps you untangle what really matters to you, make choices with more confidence, and move forward in a way that feels aligned with who you truly are.
Frequently asked questions about anxiety & stress therapy
FAQs
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It’s completely normal to feel anxious or stressed from time to time—life is full of uncertainty, and our brains are wired to react to challenges. But if anxiety feels constant, overwhelming, or starts interfering with your sleep, relationships, or daily life, it might be a sign that your nervous system is stuck in overdrive. The good news is, anxiety isn’t just something you have to live with. Therapy can help you understand what’s fueling it and give you tools to find more calm and balance.
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Absolutely—anxiety isn’t just in your head, it’s in your body too. It can show up as a racing heart, tense muscles, stomach issues, dizziness, or even trouble breathing. When your body stays in “fight-or-flight” mode for too long, it can leave you feeling exhausted or on edge, even when nothing’s actually wrong in the moment. In therapy, we’ll work on calming both your mind and body so you can feel better physically and mentally.
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Yes—when anxiety is high, it can make relationships feel harder. You might overthink things, fear rejection, or struggle to trust that someone truly cares. Anxiety can also lead to pushing people away, needing constant reassurance, or avoiding conflict until it builds up. Therapy can help you understand how anxiety plays into your relationships and give you tools to feel more secure, confident, and connected.