Mindfulness-Based Approach
Therapy for Anxiety That Supports Real Change
Break free from the cycle of worry, self-doubt, and perfectionism. Using mindfulness and evidence-based therapy, I'll help you build a life aligned with your values – not controlled by anxiety.
You're Not Broken.
Your Mind Is Protecting You
Anxiety often begins as your brain’s attempt to keep you safe. This instinct helped humans survive danger long before modern life existed. But when the anxiety response stays switched on too long, it can leave you feeling exhausted, stuck, or overwhelmed.
For people with anxiety disorders, this can look like panicky thoughts, intrusive worry, avoidance of situations, or fear that feels hard to control. Anxiety isn’t a sign of weakness – it’s a sign that your mind is trying, in its own way, to keep you out of harm’s way.
In therapy, we slow down and look at anxiety with curiosity instead of judgment. You’ll learn to notice anxious thoughts and physical sensations without being controlled by them. Over time, this builds resilience and a stronger sense of agency – even when the nervous system still reacts.
Compassionate Support for Anxiety & Stress
There Is Another Way
People truly can – and do – recover from anxiety.
With mindfulness-based therapy, behavioral interventions, and coping strategies rooted in cognitive behavior therapy, you can learn how to respond to anxiety in ways that support your well-being rather than undermine it. Rather than battling anxiety every day, you’ll learn how to live with it in a way that doesn’t control your choices or define your life.
This mindset is effective for anxiety disorders, including:
Social anxiety
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Separation anxiety disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Specific phobias
Agoraphobia
This approach is also supportive during major life phases – including pregnancy, postpartum, early parenthood, new job roles, other life transitions – when anxiety may intensify or emerge in new ways.
Support is available.
How Anxiety and Stress Show Up Day to Day
Constant worry that feels hard to stop
Racing thoughts, mental fog, or mind going blank
Panic attacks or sudden waves of fear
Physical symptoms such as muscle tension, headaches, nausea, or fatigue
Difficulty sleeping or staying asleep
Avoidance of people, places, or situations
Feeling on edge, irritable, or easily startled
Negative thinking and harsh self-criticism
Feeling “not good enough” or like you never measure up
These are some of the most common symptoms of anxiety and anxiety disorders. They can affect both your mental and physical health, but they don’t have to rule your life.
Personalized Help for Anxiety and Stress
Areas of Specialized Support
I offer therapy services for adults experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, and related mental health concerns. Many of the people I work with appear successful and capable on the outside – yet feel overwhelmed inside.
My work integrates mindfulness, cognitive behavior therapy, and behavioral interventions to help you break patterns of avoidance, panic, and negative thinking.
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Imposter Syndrome
If you feel like an imposter despite accomplishments, we’ll explore how anxiety and cognitive distortions reinforce that belief – and how to build self-trust in its place.
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Perfectionism
Perfectionism often shows up as fear of failure or harsh self-criticism. Through mindfulness and behavior therapy, you’ll learn to set realistic standards that support growth rather than limit you.
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Stress & Overwhelm
Chronic stress can evolve into severe anxiety or depression. Together we’ll develop sustainable tools for stress management, emotional regulation, and resilience.
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Present-Moment Awareness
Anxiety tends to pull your attention toward “what if?” and worst case scenarios. Mindfulness helps you stay present and make choices that align with your values – even when anxiety is present.
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Communication & Boundaries
Anxiety can make it hard to express needs or set boundaries. Therapy strengthens skills in assertive communication, boundary-setting, and interpersonal confidence.
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Self-Compassion
Many people with anxiety speak much more kindly to others than themselves. We’ll work on shifting your inner dialogue toward compassion, acknowledgement, acceptance, and re-parenting.
The Mind-Body Connection
Healing Happens in the Body Too
Anxiety impacts both mind and body. Rapid heartbeat, shallow breathing, tight shoulders, digestive discomfort, and tension are all part of how the nervous system responds to fear.
That’s why therapy includes mindfulness, somatic awareness, and relaxation techniques. These tools help calm the nervous system, reduce panic, and interrupt avoidance before it takes hold.
Mindfulness-based interventions are widely recognized as effective for anxiety disorders, especially when combined with behavioral therapy and cognitive strategies.
Explore my guided mindfulness exercises on Insight Timer →
Improved Physical Health
Mindfulness may reduce blood pressure, improve sleep, and ease chronic tension tied to anxiety.
Enhanced Mental Clarity
Learn to quiet incessant worry, manage intrusive thoughts, and improve focus.
Emotional Regulation
Develop the ability to observe emotions without being overwhelmed by them.
Greater Self-Awareness
Understand your anxiety triggers, patterns, and values more deeply.
Types of Anxiety Disorders & How Therapy Helps
There are many types of anxiety disorders, and each person's experience is unique. A diagnosis from a mental health professional can help clarify what you're experiencing, but labels are only one part of your story.
What matters most is finding treatment for anxiety disorders that fits your life.
Common Types Include:
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Several types of therapy have strong evidence for treating anxiety, including cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based psychotherapy. These approaches help reduce negative thinking, avoidance, and emotional distress while building resilience.
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Symptoms of anxiety disorders include persistent worry, panic attacks, avoidance of feared situations, restlessness, irritability, muscle tension, difficulty concentrating, and sleep problems. These symptoms can appear with generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, and other anxiety disorders.
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Fear is a natural reaction to immediate danger. Stress is your body’s response to pressure. Anxiety is more prolonged worry about future events and often includes patterns of avoidance, intrusive thoughts, and persistent tension.
While I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my current practice is focused on individual therapy. If your needs are better suited for couples counseling or specialized family therapy, I am happy to provide referrals to other licensed therapists who specialize in those areas.
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Yes. Online therapy has been shown to be effective for anxiety, panic attacks, and stress. It offers convenience and accessibility, especially for people with busy schedules or caregiving responsibilities.
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Many people find that therapy, lifestyle changes, and coping skills significantly reduce anxiety without medication. In some cases, medication such as antidepressants for anxiety may be helpful, especially when symptoms are severe or persistent.
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Anxiety can change or intensify during pregnancy or after childbirth. As a therapist with PMH-C training, I can help you navigate these symptoms with care, combining anxiety treatment with understanding of perinatal mental health.
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There’s no set timeline. Some people feel relief within a few months of therapy; others benefit from longer support. Therapy focuses on building skills that continue to serve you long after sessions end.
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Clarity and Reassurance About Anxiety Treatment
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Let’s Find a Path Forward Together
Reaching out for support is a meaningful step toward recovery. Anxiety doesn’t have to control your thoughts, your body, or your future.
I look forward to supporting you as you move toward greater calm, confidence, and fulfillment.
Free 15-minute consultation available • Online sessions throughout California & Idaho