Anxiety, Fear, Panic, Phobias, Social Anxiety
Does your fear hold you back from living the life you want? Anxiety doesn’t always look the same. You might avoid social events or other situations for fear of feeling embarrassed, judged, or criticized. Anxiety can include feeling extremely distressed at the thought of being evaluated and struggling with feelings of insecurity. It can include physical, somatic symptoms like sweating, increased heart rate, and muscle tension. Some people might worry excessively about a lot of different things while others might have a very specific worry, fear, or phobia. If you struggle with anxiety, fear, panic, social anxiety, a specific phobia, or general worry, it can significantly impact your daily life. Therapy can help you feel more in control and make room for the things you enjoy, instead of your worries and fears.
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns, and women are about twice as likely as men to experience it.
How Meeting a Therapist Can Help You:
Identify Triggers: Explore the root causes and triggers of your anxiety to develop targeted treatment strategies.
Cognitive Restructuring: Challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that fuel anxiety.
Behavioral Techniques: Learn practical techniques to manage anxiety symptoms in real-life situations.
Supportive Environment: Receive validation, empathy, and guidance from a trained professional.
Progress Monitoring: Notice your progress as you go.
Anxiety Therapy
Anxiety is very treatable. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a well-researched, evidence-based approach, including exposure-based techniques and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD. These help you gradually face what you fear and reduce distress. As an anxiety therapist in Fairfield, CT, I can help you change the way you think and feel.
How Anxiety Therapy Can Help
Learn tangible skills that you can practice to overcome your feelings of anxiety.
Understand the patterns that can unintentionally keep anxiety going.
Learn to feel more control over your reactions and emotions.
Learn to transform the way you feel and move forward without fear.
We will tailor each step to your unique needs and circumstances. My approach to anxiety therapy comes from a place of hope and compassion. You’ll learn skills that can lead to lasting change and a healthier, happier outlook.
Sessions are 45–50 minutes, in person at my Fairfield office or online by secure video.