Anxiety Therapy
IN-Person in BREA, ca | online throughout ca + AZ
Is Overthinking Your Only Mode?
If your mind is constantly spinning or worrying about the future, then you probably don’t know what it’s like to just be.
Work, family, relationships and your daily to-do list may have you feeling like you barely have time to stop and take a breath. From the outside, you seem to have it all together—you’re reliable, productive, the one that others count on—but inside, you’re drained, barely holding on, and unsure how much longer you can keep up at this pace.
When you’re stretched this thin, even the smallest things can start to feel like a lot. You probably notice yourself feeling more sensitive or easily irritated, snapping at things that wouldn’t normally get to you or reacting in ways that feel out of proportion. Maybe you find yourself crying out of nowhere, unsure why your emotions feel so ready to bubble over at all times.
You’re Exhausted—But You Can’t Relax
Even though you’re at capacity, slowing down might feel impossible—not just because there’s always something to do, but because doing less brings up guilt, anxiety, and a fear of falling behind. The weight of it all continues to build, and no matter how much you accomplish, a sense of relief never lasts for long.
So, you’re holding the mental and physical tension of a mind that just won’t let up.
Your thoughts keep you on edge even when you’re exhausted and your responsibilities are over for the day. Falling asleep is a struggle, and when you finally do, it’s light, restless, and anything but restorative. Now, you’re stuck in a cycle that your mind and body can’t seem to shift out of, even when you try.
It may not feel natural at first, but with the right support, therapy can help you gently shift out of the anxiety cycle. Together, we can slow down and get curious about what your anxiety might be trying to tell you so that it no longer has to run the show.
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Slowing Down Doesn’t Mean That You’re Any Less Successful Or Productive
It makes sense that you’re feeling anxious. So many of us have learned to push through no matter what, juggling work, caregiving, and expectations while rarely slowing down. The world praises productivity, but it doesn’t leave much space for rest or reflection.
Over time, patterns like overthinking, scanning for what could go wrong, or trying to get everything just right become second nature. These strategies once helped to give you a sense of security so you wouldn’t be caught off guard. But now, they’re running in the background on autopilot and keeping you stuck in the anxiety. And the harder you try to quiet the anxiety, the louder it seems to get.
That’s because anxiety often feeds into itself: thoughts create tension, tension fuels more worry, and the cycle keeps spinning. It’s not a sign that something is wrong with you—it’s a sign that your system has been working overtime to keep you safe.
Somatic therapy can be transformative, offering a gentle path toward safety and relief. In the safe space of counseling, you can learn to slow down, build awareness, and begin to shift the deeper patterns beneath the anxiety with the support of a therapist who is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and attuned to your needs.
Therapy For Anxiety With Adaptive Resolutions Counseling
In our work together, we will look at your anxiety from all angles: how anxiety shows up in your body, the beliefs and emotions that come with it, and the patterns you fall into when it’s most overwhelming. We’ll explore what’s coming up for you now, along with the early experiences that shaped you, which may include family dynamics, major life events, and/or unspoken messages you’ve received about worth, productivity, and how to navigate the world.
The counseling process isn’t about digging into the past just to revisit old pain; it’s to help us understand how those pieces connect to the present so you can relate to your anxiety with more clarity, compassion, and agency.
Throughout our sessions, we’ll pay attention to anxiety in the moment—the tension, tightness, and ways your nervous system responds—because anxiety isn’t just in your head; it lives in your body, too. Together, we’ll find ways to support your nervous system in releasing some of that pent-up energy and gently unwind what’s been wound tight for so long, creating more space for safety, regulation, and connection.
Imagine A Life That’s Not Driven By Anxiety, Where…
Slowing down feels natural, and resting doesn’t make you feel any less productive.
You feel more comfortable not knowing the outcome of any given situation, with less pressure to constantly be “on” or in control
Letting go of unrealistic expectations becomes easier, and you no longer feel like you have to carry the weight of doing it all.
You’re more present in the moment and tuned into what you need—not just what you think you should be doing.
Your inner voice feels more like a steady companion than a relentless critic.
Through therapy, you can start to recognize anxiety as it shows up, learn how to ground yourself through regulation, and discover that your body holds its own kind of wisdom that you can tap into to resource, find your ground, and feel more present.
It’s Possible To Feel More Steady & At Ease
Adaptive Resolutions Counseling specializes in somatic therapy for adults struggling with anxiety, overwhelm, and perfectionism.
Contact me to schedule a free consultation or learn more about my approach to therapy for anxiety.
In-person sessions are available in Brea, CA. Online sessions are available to clients throughout CA and AZ.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy for Anxiety
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It makes sense to feel unsure about changing something that’s helped you cope. I want to assure you that the goal of therapy is not for you to give up who you are but to help you understand the role anxiety has played in your life.
It’s possible that your current way of functioning is driven by what’s worked in the past—even if it no longer feels sustainable. In therapy, we can explore what’s driving those patterns and create space for something new.
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A lot of people worry that if they stop to actually feel what’s going on, they’ll spiral or get stuck in it forever. This fear makes sense, especially if staying busy has helped you cope or avoid your feelings in the past.
In therapy, we go at a pace that helps you build safety and capacity—not overwhelm. We work slowly and in a way that gently expands but doesn’t flood the nervous system. It takes time to get to this place, but I’m here to support you along the way.
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Anxiety is a signal that something is unresolved, and the counseling process is about getting curious about what it’s telling us, exploring what’s causing it, and uncovering what you need to recenter and feel safe again.
Your anxiety doesn’t have to entirely go away in order for you to feel better, and you’re likely to go through anxiety-inducing experiences in the future. The treatment process is about getting you to a place where, even if anxiety is present, it’s not taking over.
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