Therapy for Anxiety in Alexandria & Across the DMV
Step out of the “what if” spiral & into peace of mind.
You’ve been living with anxiety for so long that it feels like a part of who you are.
It shows up in the constant worry that follows you from the moment you wake up until you finally manage to fall asleep at night. Even when things seem fine on the outside, your mind won’t stop replaying conversations, second-guessing decisions, or bracing for the worst-case scenario. You’re always on edge, and even when you want to, you can never fully relax. Anxiety has become so familiar you can’t imagine life without it—but deep down, you know it’s making everything so much harder than it needs to be.
You often find yourself thinking…
“If I can just plan for every possible scenario, maybe I’ll finally feel calm.”
“I keep asking other people what they think because I don’t trust my own decisions.”
“I can’t stop thinking about that comment my coworker made—I wonder if they’re upset with me?”
“Why do I always feel like I’m going to ruin things or get in trouble?”
“I don’t even know what actually relaxing would feel like…even when I’m sitting still, my body feels like it’s buzzing with nerves.”
Anxiety isn’t who you are—it’s a signal.
Let’s slow down, listen to what it’s trying to tell you, and help every part of you find peace.
HOW WE’LL WORK TOGETHER
Together, we’ll uncover where the worry comes from, so it no longer runs your life.
When you bring your anxious, racing thoughts into the room, I’ll make sure you feel understood instead of dismissed. From there, we’ll slow down enough to notice the beliefs and inner dialogue that keep fueling your worry. Then, we’ll explore where those beliefs came from and connect with the parts of you—often younger versions of yourself—that first learned to expect the worst or carry all the responsibility.
Instead of just giving you strategies to “manage” anxiety, we’ll get to the root of why it keeps showing up. Using evidence-backed methods like IFS and EMDR, we’ll tend to the places in you that never got the support they needed. As those wounded parts begin to heal, you’ll find the inner noise quieting down and feel more confident trusting yourself in daily life.
What we’ll work on:
Feeling calmer and more grounded.
Instead of being wired and restless all the time, you’ll learn how to slow your body and mind down so you can breathe easier and actually relax.
Quieting the constant noise in your head.
The replaying, overanalyzing, and bracing for the worst will fade, leaving you with more mental space for things you actually want to think about.
Trusting yourself more.
Stop running every choice through an endless loop of “what ifs” and start trusting your own judgment, whether it’s at work, in relationships, or in your daily life.
Seeing anxiety for what it really is.
Learn that anxiety isn’t the root problem, but a signal pointing to old wounds that can finally be healed, instead of managed forever.
Letting go of responsibility for everyone else.
Realize you don’t have to manage every detail or fix every problem—and feel the relief of letting others carry what’s theirs.
Imagine what life could be like with less worry.
It’s time to stop second-guessing & start learning to trust yourself.
FAQs
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If your mind feels like it never shuts off or worry is keeping you from resting or enjoying life, therapy can help. You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable—if anxiety is stealing your peace, it’s worth addressing now. You can schedule a free, 20-minute consultation here to chat with me about your options with no obligation.
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For many Black women, anxiety shows up alongside the pressure to always be strong and hold it together—to be capable, dependable, and never show cracks. That pressure can make it hard to rest or ask for help. In therapy, we’ll talk about the weight you’ve been carrying and give you space to feel supported without having to perform.
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The goal isn’t to erase every anxious thought—anxiety is part of being human. But together, we’ll work on quieting the constant chatter, healing the wounds that fuel it, and helping you feel calmer, more confident, and in control of your choices.
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If you’re willing to, yes. Anxiety doesn’t define who you are—it’s often rooted in old patterns or experiences that never got healed. When we tend to those parts of you with compassion, you can finally trust yourself and feel relief that lasts.