If you’re tired of carrying the pressure alone, therapy can help you release the worry,quiet your mind, and feel at home in yourself again.
Anxiety Therapy in California for Over-thinkers, Over-doers, and People-Pleasers
You smile in public, hold it all in, and push past the tension in your chest.
But inside, your mind is running loops you can’t shut off the late-night overthinking, the need to get it all “just right,” the pressure to show up for everyone. It’s exhausting.
Does This Feel True For You?
Anxiety shows up differently for everyone, but here are some of the patterns I see most often in my clients:
You replay conversations in your head over and over, worrying if you said the wrong thing.
You think of five different worst-case scenarios before you even leave the house.
You put off important decisions because you’re afraid of making the wrong choice.
You avoid hard conversations and hope the discomfort will pass, but it only grows.
Your body is tense most of the day (shoulders tight, jaw clenched, stomach in knots).
You say “yes” when you want to say “no,” and then feel resentful and drained.
Even when you have a moment to rest, your mind won’t stop running through the to-do list.
How Anxiety Therapy Works Here
Anxiety is rarely just anxiety.
Beneath the constant racing thoughts and body tension, your nervous system may still be carrying the weight of old experiences, times when you had to stay hyper-aware, over-perform, or hide your true feelings just to get by.
Here, we don’t just manage symptoms with coping skills we get curious about what your anxiety is trying to tell you. Together, we’ll slow things down so you can notice patterns, understand why your body reacts the way it does, and give your nervous system the safety it needs to finally release what’s been stored for so long.
We’ll use a mix of body-based calming tools and EMDR therapy to help you process what’s fueling the anxiety, so it’s no longer running your life in the background.
My Approach to Anxiety Therapy
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Spot the thoughts, habits, and triggers keeping your anxiety stuck on repeat.
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Learn body-based grounding and regulation tools that work in real-life moments, not just in theory.
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Using EMDR and trauma-informed approaches to process old emotional pressure so it no longer drives your reactions.
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I support you on building new ways of responding so calm feels natural… not forced.
It’s Not Just Anxiety…
Many of my clients first come to me saying, “I just want to stop feeling so anxious.”
But as we start working together, they realize the worry is only the surface. Beneath the racing thoughts and tight chest, there’s often years of over-functioning, self-criticism, and pushing through without rest. Sometimes it’s rooted in old patterns from childhood moments when emotions were ignored, dismissed, or felt too big to share.
Anxiety therapy with me isn’t just about calming your mind for the moment. It’s about helping you uncover what’s been fueling the pressure all along, so you can finally release it, not just manage it.
You can make a decision without spiraling into “what ifs” for hours.
You notice your shoulders drop and your jaw unclench without having to think about it.
You speak up for what you need without rehearsing it 20 times in your head.
You can say “no” and actually feel relief instead of guilt.
You stop replaying conversations and start feeling present in the moment.
You trust yourself enough to rest without proving you’ve “earned it.”
Your body feels like a place you can come home to — not a bundle of nerves.
What Changes for Clients
Why People Choose Me
You’re not looking for a “just talk about your week” kind of therapy. You want real change and you’re ready to do the work to get there. My clients choose me because:
I combine anxiety expertise with trauma-informed EMDR.
I teach tools you can use the moment you need them.
I create a space where you don’t have to perform or pretend.
I’ve helped countless high-achievers and people-pleasers find calm without losing their drive and you can too.
FAQs about Anxiety Therapy
If you have more questions have a look at the FAQ page or reach out.
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I hear this fear pretty often and the truth is, anxiety isn’t who you are, it’s something you’re experiencing. With the right approach, it’s possible to soften the tension, quiet the spirals, and feel more in control of your mind and body. Therapy is a space where you don’t have to tone yourself down or “be less.” You get to bring your whole self, without judgment, and learn how to carry life in a calmer way.
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Many of my clients come to me after other approaches haven’t clicked. The difference here is we’re not just talking about anxiety, we’re getting to the root of it. I use EMDR and trauma-informed strategies that help your body and mind release what’s been stuck, so change feels real and lasting, not just like another set of tips you’ll forget when you’re stressed.
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Absolutely not. You set the pace here. Some women dive right in, others start with what’s happening right now, and we work our way back when you feel ready. I’ll never push you to share more than you’re comfortable with. Safety comes first and that includes emotional safety.
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Anxiety can make patterns like overthinking and people-pleasing feel permanent, but they’re not your personality they’re protective habits you’ve learned over time. In therapy, we work on understanding where those habits came from, gently untangling them, and building new ways of relating to yourself and others that feel authentic and peaceful.
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Everyone’s timeline is different, but most clients notice shifts within the first few sessions even if it’s just feeling a little lighter, sleeping better, or reacting differently to stress. The deeper, lasting changes happen as we work through both the symptoms and the root causes. I’ll check in with you often so we can track your progress together.
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That’s such a common and valid fear. When you’ve been in “go” mode for so long, slowing down can feel unsafe at first. In our work together, we’ll build skills to help you feel grounded and supported so that facing your emotions doesn’t feel like drowning it feels like finally being able to breathe.
