Therapy for Stress and Negative Emotions

Big or unexpected life changes and chronic life stress can leave us feeling disoriented and out of touch with who we are. Figuring out what to do can feel like grasping in the dark. This can lead to feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression that overlap and feed into each other. I’ve helped many people navigate life transitions. 

Some common transitions that can be hard for people are: 

• Leaving home for the first time
• Entering the work force
• Marriage/Partnerships
• Parenthood
• Divorce
• Empty Nest/Children leaving home
• Military discharge or retirement
• Adjusting to a chronic health problem
• Retirement
• Loss of important relationships or deaths of loved ones 

Many people also struggle with uncertainty related to their identity in response to transitions or when they have been told that how they feel inside is not okay or will lead to rejection by others. Therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Problem Solving Therapy (PST), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can relieve a variety of symptoms across a broad range of concerns. These treatments provide relief from anxiety, worry, persistent negative emotions, difficulty quieting your mind or slowing down, struggles with identity and life direction, and challenges in managing stress, and help you feel more attuned to who you are and what is important to you.

Which type of therapy offers the best way to interrupt cycles of stress, depression, and anxiety varies by person. I work together with my clients to determine which approach is the best fit for them. My blog shares scientifically informed insights into why people think and feel the way we do—and how we often get stuck in emotional pain. Reading about my views on various concerns and the treatments I offer can help you figure out if I may be a good fit for you as a therapist. I also offer free phone consultations so you can get a feel for my style and ask any questions you may have.