Anxiety & Overwhelm

Signs you may be dealing with anxiety and overwhelm

You might find yourself constantly worrying, thinking through every possible outcome, and planning for what’s next before you can even enjoy what’s happening right now. There’s often a quiet sense that something could go wrong, or that it’s only a matter of time before the other shoe drops. You may feel responsible for keeping everything on track and fear letting other people down.

There’s a sense that there’s always something you should be doing. Even when you try to relax, your mind keeps going. You replay conversations, run through your to-do list, and feel a low level of pressure that never fully goes away.

You may find yourself easily overstimulated, mentally drained by the end of the day, or struggling to be present even during downtime. It can feel like you’re doing everything, but never quite catching up.

What therapy looks like for anxiety and overwhelm

Therapy is a space where things don’t have to feel so constant. Instead of everything feeling urgent or needing your attention all at once, we begin to slow things down and create more room to think clearly and feel more settled.

You’ll learn practical, applicable skills you can begin using right away to manage overthinking, ease mental overload, and feel less pulled in multiple directions. I incorporate CBT and DBT strategies to help you notice when your mind starts to spiral, step out of those thought loops, and shift your attention in a way that feels more intentional and controlled.

We also take time to get to the root of the problem so the change isn’t just temporary. Over time, many clients notice they feel less mentally drained, more present in their day-to-day life, and better able to relax without immediately shifting into the next thing.

Work with me virtually in Illinois, Florida & Michigan

I provide virtual therapy for adults in the Chicago area and across Illinois. I am also licensed to offer virtual therapy to clients located in Michigan and Florida. Telehealth allows you to attend sessions from your own space without adding more to your schedule or commute.

If you are located in Illinois, you can use insurance or choose private pay. For clients in Florida and Michigan, services are offered through private pay. I also provide superbills for clients who wish to use out-of-network benefits.