Anxiety Therapy
in Chicago, IL & Phoenix, AZ
Do You Feel Like You Can Never Turn Off Your Mind?
Are you too stressed out to slow down and enjoy your life? Does fear of judgment hold you back from being the person you want to be? Are you characterized by:
Constantly overthinking things and overanalyzing all your interactions?
Avoidance behaviors in your personal and intimate relationships?
An inability to sleep or relax because of how worried you are?
Maybe you feel like you’re always on edge or living in a future that hasn’t arrived yet. Minor problems seem bigger than they really are, and everyday social interactions become hornets’ nests of potential embarrassment. Over time, anxiety can lead to headaches, muscle tension, stomach issues, and difficulty relaxing. It’s like your body is always in fight or flight mode, constantly scanning the environment for danger and anticipating what could go wrong. As a result, you may be considering anxiety therapy.
Anxiety Is A Mental Marathon
The pressure to constantly perform and be “on” in every social interaction can be draining. You might struggle with people-pleasing and lack healthy boundaries, continually going out of your way to make others happy. Eventually, the mental marathon of anxiety can get so exhausting that you disengage altogether and isolate from friends and family. Yet the more you keep to yourself, the lower your mood gets, which can quickly lead to depression and other mental health challenges.
If you want to break out of the cycle of anxiety and avoidance, we encourage you to connect with us. At Compassionate Healing Psychotherapy, our therapists specialize in helping clients build their resilience, increase their self-compassion, and remove anxiety from the driver’s seat of their lives.
Questions About Anxiety Therapy? Contact Us!
Anxiety Is An Epidemic In Our Success-Crazed Modern World
The increasing demand for productivity and constant availability in many workplaces often leads to burnout, stress, and anxiety. Many people feel that they must constantly prove their worth through long hours, unrealistic goals, or job insecurity. In other words, “hustle culture” creates an environment where anxiety is just part of the game. People are encouraged to juggle more than they can handle and leave little room for self-care and relaxation.
In fact, chronic anxiety is such a normal part of modern life that many people don’t even realize they’re struggling with it. And while anxiety is normal, in the sense that it’s a basic survival function that can help you stay safe, it can quickly become a problem when it starts to impact your quality of life. When that happens, it’s a sign that you could probably benefit from anxiety treatment.
Many People Try To Work Their Way Out Of Anxiety—Which Only Makes Things Worse
Hustle culture promotes the idea that you can conquer mental health problems like anxiety by just working harder and accomplishing more. But since anxiety is an internal issue, it can’t be solved by external means. You can’t just work your way out of it, because doing so only adds more stress to your life. To really get to the bottom of anxiety, sometimes you need the help of a trained professional.
After all, anxiety is often driven by deeply rooted social, emotional, and cognitive factors. Simply trying new quick fixes (e.g., self-help books or YouTube videos) won’t address those factors. The benefit of working with a therapist is that they can help you understand your own unique struggles with anxiety instead of relying on cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all solutions.
Therapy Can Help You Overcome Anxiety And Live A More Grounded Life
With the right support and tools, healing from anxiety is absolutely possible. Many people find that through understanding, patience, and strategies tailored to their needs, they can not only manage their anxiety but also regain a sense of calmness, confidence, and control. You're not alone in your struggles with anxiety, and with a commitment to the process, a more peaceful, fulfilling life is within reach.
At Compassionate Healing Psychotherapy, we want to help you achieve that kind of life through an empathetic and evidence-based approach to the healing process. We offer virtual therapy for clients wrestling with phobias, panic attacks, social anxiety, and any other form of anxiety.
What To Expect In Anxiety Counseling Sessions
In the beginning, we’ll focus on understanding the nature of your anxiety by identifying general triggers, thought patterns, and avoidance behaviors. We’ll develop coping strategies through a holistic and integrated approach, incorporating mindfulness and various somatic practices for soothing your nervous system. We can also work on creating manageable routines, setting healthy boundaries, and practicing self-compassion in the face of pressure.
The long-term goals typically evolve as therapy progresses. Together, we’ll work to understand your core values (e.g., relationships, career, health) so that we can create meaningful, client-centered goals that are individualized to your needs and circumstances. Along the way, we’ll empower you with tools for managing anxiety on your own, leading to a better quality of life.
Tailoring Your Anxiety Treatment Plan
Our practice heavily values mind-body integration, looking at ways that we can alleviate anxiety in your mind, body, and every area of your life. Using somatic therapy techniques, we’ll teach you about how anxiety manifests in the body and incorporate practices like yoga and progressive muscle relaxation to help release pent-up tension and stress. We’ll also teach you breath-focused meditation and body-scanning strategies for relaxing your nervous system and evoking a sense of safety.
In addition to somatic therapy techniques, our therapists can use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you challenge negative thought patterns and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy to help you work through any trauma that’s contributing to your anxiety. By integrating a wide range of approaches, we’re confident that we can give you a toolbox of strategies that help you live with greater fulfillment, empowerment, and resilience.
You May Have Some Questions About Anxiety Therapy…
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It’s normal to feel uncertain about how therapy might affect you, especially if you’re dealing with heightened anxiety. The good news is that our practice always takes things one step at a time. We’ll help you slowly and gradually reduce the intensity of your symptoms so that you can discuss them without feeling overwhelmed. We’ll also be here to support you every step of the way, ensuring that you never feel in over your head.
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Many people find online therapy to be just as effective as in-person sessions. With the right therapist, you can still work on increasing your coping skills and processing your experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Plus, online therapy offers flexibility and convenience, making it easier to stay consistent with your progress.
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It’s hard to open up again when you’ve had bad experiences doing so before. Please know that this is a safe, non-judgmental space, and our priority is to support you and listen without judgment. If anything ever feels uncomfortable, we can always talk about it and adjust how we’re working together. Your feelings are valid, and we’re here to honor them.
You Don’t Have To Keep Spinning Your Wheels Trying To Manage Anxiety
If you want to get control of your anxiety symptoms and improve your quality of life, we encourage you to pursue therapy with us. To get started, you can call 602-715-0501, or use the contact form. We look forward to working with you!
Our office has locations in Chicago, Illinois, and Phoenix, Arizona.
Anxiety Therapy Phoenix
13421 S 37th Pl,
Phoenix, AZ 85044
Anxiety Therapy Chicago
25 E Washington St Ste 1206,
Chicago, IL 60602