Anxiety Therapy in Washington D.C.
Anxiety Therapy in Washington, DC: Tools to Quiet the Noise
Living with anxiety can feel like your mind is always running—planning, replaying, anticipating. Whether it’s the pressure of your career, social expectations, or the constant hum of “what ifs,” anxiety can take a real toll. If it’s starting to affect your relationships, work, or overall sense of ease, you don’t have to go it alone. I offer personalized anxiety therapy in Washington, DC designed to help you understand and manage anxious thoughts and patterns.
Understanding Anxiety in a High-Pressure City
In a fast-paced environment like DC, anxiety can become the background noise of daily life. It might show up as restlessness, irritability, overanalysis, or difficulty staying present. You may find yourself stuck in loops of self-doubt, worrying how you’re being perceived, or juggling perfectionism with burnout.
Anxiety can be a reaction to specific stressors—or a longstanding way of bracing against uncertainty. Therapy can help you slow down, gain clarity, and feel more at home in your mind and body.
Types of Anxiety I Treat in Therapy
Anxiety shows up differently for everyone. In our work together, we’ll identify how anxiety manifests in your life and tailor treatment accordingly. I frequently work with:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Persistent, excessive worry about everyday things, even when there's no clear reason.
Social Anxiety: Fear of judgment or embarrassment in social situations, making interactions stressful.
Panic Disorder: Sudden, intense episodes of fear that trigger physical symptoms like a racing heart or dizziness.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that cause distress and interfere with daily living.
Perfectionism & Rumination: Constant self-criticism, overanalyzing past situations, or feeling like nothing is ever "good enough."
If you relate to any of these, anxiety therapy can help you break free from these patterns and regain confidence in your daily life.
How Therapy for Anxiety Can Help
Anxiety therapy provides a structured, supportive space to understand your anxiety and develop tools to manage it. My approach is tailored to your unique needs and incorporates research-backed methods such as:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT is one of the most effective treatments for anxiety. It helps identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns that fuel worry and replace them with healthier coping strategies.
Emotion‑Focused Therapy (EFT): EFT zeroes in on the core emotions driving your anxiety—often feelings like shame, sadness, or fear that get buried under worry. By gently bringing these emotions to the surface in a safe, empathic space, we can process and transform them, leading to lasting relief and greater emotional resilience.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): IFS views the mind as a family of parts—some anxious, some critical, some protective. Together we identify and build a compassionate relationship with each part, allowing your calm, confident Self to lead. When your parts feel understood and supported, their intensity settles, easing anxiety and restoring inner balance.
Exposure Therapy: For those struggling with OCD, phobias, or panic attacks, gradual exposure to feared situations can reduce avoidance behaviors and increase confidence.
Mindfulness: By incorporating breathing exercises and meditation, mindfulness helps you stay present, rather than getting lost in anxious thoughts.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT): ACT teaches you to accept difficult emotions instead of fighting them, helping you focus on what truly matters in life.
Positive Psychology & Strength-Based Approaches: Rather than just focusing on anxiety reduction, I help you build resilience, confidence, and emotional well-being.
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What to Expect from Anxiety Counseling in Washington, DC
In our first session, we’ll clarify what you’re struggling with, what relief might look like, and how we’ll get there. Therapy sessions are 50 minutes and typically held weekly or every other week. Depending on your needs, we can focus on short-term strategies, long-term healing, or both.
You’ll have a dedicated space to sort through patterns, learn skills, and gain insight—all at a pace that fits your life.
How Therapy Can Help You Manage Anxiety
Therapy for anxiety can help you:
Feel less overwhelmed and more grounded
Interrupt spirals of worry, self-doubt, or overthinking
Set boundaries and reduce people-pleasing
Navigate work, dating, and social situations with more ease
Improve sleep, focus, and overall well-being
Build emotional resilience and self-trust
Why Anxiety Therapy Works
Anxiety thrives on avoidance and overdrive. Therapy interrupts that loop. By learning how to slow down, engage your body, and respond to anxious thoughts with clarity instead of panic, you start to shift deeply ingrained patterns.
We’ll work with—not against—your anxiety. The goal isn’t to eliminate all fear, but to feel more equipped, present, and free.
What This Might Look Like:
A client I worked with—a professional in her mid-30s—came to therapy feeling overwhelmed at work, over-functioning at home, and unable to sleep through the night. Through CBT and ACT, she learned to challenge perfectionism. With IFS, we explored the protective part of her that couldn’t tolerate mistakes. Together, she built space between thought and reaction.
By three months in, she was setting boundaries, sleeping better, and feeling more like herself again.
Remote Therapy Services in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia
Recognizing the importance of accessible mental health care, I offer remote therapy services to clients residing in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Through secure and confidential teletherapy sessions, you can receive the support you need from the comfort of your own home. This flexibility ensures that therapy fits seamlessly into your life, making it easier to prioritize your well-being.
Take the First Step Towards Relief
Embarking on the journey to manage and overcome anxiety is a courageous decision. With professional guidance and evidence-based strategies, you can regain control and lead a more fulfilling life.
If you're ready to take the first step, please reach out to schedule a free consultation. Together, we can develop a personalized plan to address your unique needs and goals.
Please note: I currently offer only remote therapy sessions.
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