Therapy for Anxiety in south Denver— Supporting you Through the Challenges of Anxity and mood disorders
Your thoughts won’t stop racing. You’re always worrying, running through the worst case scenario. You feel jittery and like rest is impossible to find. You’ve tried to calm yourself but it doesn’t seem to work. Or you try to ignore the nagging in the back of your mind but you can’t seem to focus on the task in front of you. You believe you should be able to figure this out on your own but it’s just not working. The pressure is building and the doubts are too. Anxiety takes you away from the present moment and makes you live in the “what if” of the future. What you have tried to cope with in the past has stopped working.
Understanding Anxiety
Anxiety is meant to help keep us safe, whether that is from a physical or perceived threat in the environment. It is meant to come online when we feel threatened and then resolve once that risk is abolished. However, due to your own personal experiences and brain chemistry your subconscious interprets threat too often or too intensely. Enjoyment of life and relationships may no longer be safe or attainable. This leads to a life of panic and constant worry.
Living life in this state comes at a price. Your body can only handle so much stress before it needs a break to rest, recover, and reset. Without regulation skills you might be noticing headaches, muscle tension, gut issues, high blood pressure, or getting sick often (low immune system). These are some of the ways your body tries to communicate to you that something is wrong or imbalanced.
When this is your “normal”, it can be hard to know how to change this pattern. Your mind and body only know how to keep you in survival mode. In order to thrive, your behaviors, thoughts, and feelings, have to be disrupted. A new way of thinking, and responding needs to be created so that you can find health, fulfillment, and joy in life.
How therapy helps you with Anxiety and Mood disorders
I want you to regain a restored sense of control over yourself, your mind, and your relationships. In the therapeutic relationship, I offer a safe space to be as messy and stuck as you feel. In our sessions, we will learn and practice:
Emotion Regulation: Identifying and working with troubling emotions.
Cognitive Reframing: Finding more authentic and empowering narratives for the real struggles of life.
Creative Problem-Solving: Applying evidence-based skills to your unique person and context.
Customized Approaches to Treatment
There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for anxiety. However, there are effective methods that, when applied with care and nuance to your life, can strengthen and restore your ability to live an authentic and fulfilling life. I offer the time and attention to apply general wisdom and proven methods of counseling to your specific reality.
Take the First Step
Feel in control again! Schedule a free consultation today.
What to expect from your Consultation & therapy session
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During the initial meeting, I will conduct a comprehensive assessment to get to know you better. We’ll discuss your current concerns, emotional challenges, and goals for therapy. This session helps me tailor the therapy to your unique postpartum experience.
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Common approaches I use include:
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)—This helps reframe negative thought patterns and build healthier coping mechanisms.
Mindfulness practices—These are techniques for staying present and managing stress through meditation or breathing exercises.
Trauma-informed therapy (TIT)—For those dealing with birth trauma or intense anxiety, TIT provides a safe space for healing.
Integration of coping strategies—We’ll work together to apply practical tools in your daily life, addressing:
Anxiety management
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I will regularly evaluate your progress. Sessions will include reflection on improvements and adjustments to strategies, ensuring you experience measurable growth over time.