The majority of my clients come to me for help with chronic stress and anxiety. May I offer a few insights?

Anxiety is feeling key-ed up and on edge. Anxiety is feeling worried even when there is nothing to worry about. Anxiety is your mind racing when you are trying to sleep. Anxiety is not being able to turn off your thoughts. Anxiety is your palms sweating. Anxiety is your heart racing. Anxiety is not being able to catch your breath. Anxiety is feeling overwhelmed with stress. Anxiety can make sense occasionally, and then anxiety can be totally irrational. Anxiety can come on at the most unfortunate times. Anxiety can take up so much space that there is no room for joy. Anxiety can hold you prisoner. Anxiety can be managed through therapy.

Speaking to a therapist is very different from speaking to a friend.

As your therapist, my time is dedicated solely to you. As your therapist, I will work diligently to find solutions with the latest research. As your therapist, I will use science backed interventions. As your therapist, I will employ my years of experience and education to promote your mental health. As your therapist, I will welcome you without judgement. As your therapist, I will provide trust and understanding. As your therapist, I will hold a safe space for your emotions and secrets. As your therapist, I will guide you to new insights. As your therapist, I will help you regain self-confidence and grow your self- compassion. As your therapist, I can be help set you free from living in fear. As your therapist, I will help mend past hurts and traumas. As your therapist, I will restore balance in your life. As your therapist, I will show you how to have joy back. As your therapist, I will be there.