Anxiety

Quiet the noise. Find your calm.

Anxiety can feel like constant tension, racing thoughts, or a sense of being “on edge” even when life seems calm. It can show up physically, emotionally, or mentally—tight muscles, restlessness, worry that won’t stop, or difficulty focusing. While these experiences can be overwhelming, they are natural responses to stress and signals that your mind and body need support. With understanding, coping strategies, and therapeutic guidance, it is possible to find relief, regain balance, and feel more grounded in daily life.

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Life on Edge

Anxiety can affect both the body and mind, shaping how you experience each day. You might notice racing or repetitive thoughts, constant worry, or a feeling that something bad is always about to happen. Physically, anxiety can show up as muscle tension, restlessness, a racing heart, shortness of breath, or difficulty sleeping. Emotionally, it can bring irritability, overwhelm, or a sense of being “on edge” even in calm moments.

These experiences can make everyday tasks feel exhausting, from focusing at work to maintaining relationships or simply getting through the day. Anxiety doesn’t mean something is wrong with you—it is a natural response to stress and perceived threat. Recognizing how it shows up is an important step toward finding strategies, support, and relief that help you feel more grounded and in control.

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Finding Relief

Therapy provides a supportive space to explore how anxiety shows up in your thoughts, body, and daily life. Together, you can identify patterns and triggers, develop practical strategies to calm racing thoughts, reduce physical tension, and respond to stress in healthier ways. Therapy also helps build self-compassion, strengthen coping skills, and improve your sense of safety and control. Over time, these tools can help you feel more grounded, navigate everyday challenges with confidence, and create space for calm, clarity, and balance in your life.

Contact us.

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Email: kgossens@resfebertherapy.com