Anxiety: Mind & Body Experience 

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Anxiety is not just in your head—it lives in your body, too. It’s the tightness in your chest, the knots in your stomach, the restless energy you can’t shake. Anxiety is a natural response—your body’s way of trying to protect you when it senses a threat. In its essence, anxiety is your nervous system doing its job, sounding the alarm to keep you safe.

But what happens when that alarm never turns off? When returning to a calm baseline feels impossible? This is where things get messy. Instead of helping you navigate challenges, anxiety starts to take over—leaving you stuck in cycles of worry, overwhelm, and physical discomfort. You might find yourself constantly on edge, drained of energy, or unable to fully engage with your life.

Common Signs of High-Functioning Anxiety

  • You appear calm and successful on the outside but feel constantly stressed inside.

  • Persistent overthinking, over-preparing, or worrying about “what-ifs.”

  • Difficulty relaxing or feeling guilty when not being productive.

  • Feeling ‘on guard’ or hypervigilant, as if you always have to be prepared for the worst.

  • Excessive worry or fear, often disproportionate to the situation.

  • Physical symptoms like muscle tension, headaches, or trouble sleeping.

  • People-pleasing tendencies and fear of disappointing others.

How Therapy Can Help with High-Functioning Anxiety:

  • Learn tools to manage racing thoughts and reduce internal pressure.

  • Understand and shift perfectionistic tendencies.

  • Identify the triggers fueling your anxiety.

  • Build emotional awareness and develop healthier ways to navigate those triggers.

  • Explore the underlying fears that keep anxiety running in the background.

How Can I Help You?

  • I offer a calm, supportive space to unravel the patterns of high-functioning anxiety.

  • Together, we’ll work somatically to calm your nervous system and help you feel grounded.

  • I’ll guide you to create sustainable practices to manage stress—without losing your edge.

  • I’ll equip you with tools to recognize and respond to triggers, so anxiety no longer feels like it’s running the show.