Anxiety

Are You Feeling Anxious?

Are you finding yourself often fearful that bad things will occur. You are just waiting fro the other shoe to drop. . . If this seems familiar to you, you may be struggling with anxiety.  General Symptoms of anxiety include:

* Feeling on edge or restless

* Easily Fatigued

* Difficulty with concentration

* Irritability

* Muscle Tension

*Ruminating Thoughts

* Sleep Disturbance

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Types of Anxiety

* General Anxiety

* Panic Attacks

* Social Anxiety

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Social Anxiety

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What Does Social Anxiety Look Like?

Before the event

Do you freeze at the thought of having to engage in a social event.

Does your mind race . . . what do I say? am I interesting enough?

After the event

Do you lie awake replaying all of the conversations over and over in you head . . .

Why did I say that?

What do they think of me?

Did I offend them?

What is Social Anxiety?

Social anxiety may only occur when a person is required to engage with others on a social level, such as, attending a party or a networking event at work.  Those who struggle with social anxiety may find themselves isolated in an attempt to avoid the situation.  Relationship is a basic human need and social anxiety can create barriers that impact a person personally and professionally. 

Panic Attacks

A panic attack often feels like overwhelming physical distress, and a person may even feel like they are dying or having a heart attack.  Symptoms of panic attack include:

* Heart Palpitations

* Sweating

* Shaking or Trembling

* Choking Sensations

* Chest Pain

* Nausea or Abdominal Problems

* Dizzy or Lightheaded

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Are You Ready For Change?

Begin Living Your Life Now!

Therapy can help!  Anxiety can prevent a person from truly engaging in life in a way that feels fulfilling.  Anxiety can leave a person feeling powerless, exhausted, and in some cases isolated. Learning to manage anxiety can free both the mind and body. Learn how to self-soothe, and begin calming your nervous system.  Learn to engage with your racing thoughts from a place of curiosity. Effective therapy for anxiety, phobias, and panic attacks includes EMDR, somatic experiencing, and Internal Family Systems (IFS). 

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