Polyvagal theory offers a fascinating lens through which to understand anxiety and its physiological underpinnings. According to this theory, our nervous system responds to stress and threat in three distinct ways: fight-or-flight, freeze, and the social engagement system. Anxiety often arises when our nervous system becomes dysregulated, leading to an overactivation of the fight-or-flight response or a shutdown into freeze mode. By exploring polyvagal theory in therapy, clients can gain insight into how their body responds to stress and learn techniques to regulate their nervous system. I also use EMDR therapy as a promising approach for alleviating anxiety, offering a unique avenue for processing distressing experiences and reducing associated symptoms. Through this process, individuals can experience a shift in how they perceive and respond to anxiety-provoking situations, fostering a sense of empowerment and control. Exposure therapy is another powerful tool in the arsenal against anxiety, offering a structured approach to facing fears and breaking free from their grip. Through gradual and systematic exposure to anxiety-provoking stimuli, clients can learn to confront their fears in a safe and controlled environment.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, MBA, MHA, MHR, LMHC
Everybody experiences anxiety or worry occasionally. Anxiety is a typical human response to demanding circumstances. However, those anxieties and fears remain persistent for those who suffer from anxiety disorders. They continue to experience anxiety, which may possibly worsen with time.
Anxiety disorders can seriously hinder a person's performance in social, academic, and occupational settings. Anxiety may also affect a person's relationships with friends and family. Thankfully, there are efficient anxiety treatments available. I've worked with adults with anxiety for several years, so I know we can discover solutions to ease your discomfort and start redefining what it means to be neurodiverse together.
Counselor/Therapist, Our therapists are Licensed in the State of Florida
Anxiety and worry can be a common human experience. For some, however, anxiety and worry can be quite debilitating and painful. Our team of therapists will work with you in discovering how your anxiety manifests itself, the sources of your anxiety and ways of coping with your anxiety.
Are you struggling with where you are currently at? Are you feeling stressed out, anxious, or overwhelmed? I’m here to help! I know what its like to feel overwhelmed, exhausted and hopeless with lifes circumstances, but it doesn’t have to stay this way. Together we will address the issues in your life that are causing you pain and distress and get you back to living the life you have always wanted. Anxiety can be debilitating sometimes, so much so that it can stop us from really living our lives. Together we will explore and address the root cause of your anxiety and I will teach you healthy ways to cope with and manage your anxiety on a day to day basis. We will also examine your thinking patterns and the negative effects they have on you and your anxiety. Are you tired of your anxiety controlling you and your life? Give me a call today and let me help you regain control of your life.
Fears relate to perceived risk of hurt. Anxiety is fear of felt but non-specific dangers. Each involves the same areas of the brain. My treatment focuses on finding and resolving the core issues that trigger the fear and anxiety responses, except in response to realistic perceived threat.
One of my specialties, I empower you to eliminate general or specific anxiety and panic attacks from your life. No psychoanalysis or meds needed, just soothing and easy practices that are good for mind and body.
Signs of anxiety or fear can manifest themselves during childhood and adolescent years as part of normal development, and, in most cases, they come and go without lasting for long.
The situation may become concerning whenever worries are the product of generalized anxiety, separation anxiety, or social anxiety. And the level of anxiety and fear stops children or teens from doing the things they want, is not age appropriate, interferes with friendships, schoolwork or family life.
Psychotherapy can help your child understand and process their thoughts and feelings, learn strategies to cope with emotions, and encourage positive thinking and relaxation.
I help clients to understand the sources of anxiety/fear and teach them ways to conquer these overwhelming fears. The client will have the opportunity to challenge themself at their own pace and progressively achieve calm and self-control to face life's challenges without paralysis or overreactive responses.