Anxiety Therapy for Perfectionists, New moms, teens and adults
ONLINE AND in Ridgewood, NJ
Solution focused therapy for a more balanced approach to life.
“I constantly feel worried and overwhelmed.”
If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Anxiety is making you feel tense, unsure, and scared of losing control.
It’s tough to concentrate on what’s happening around you. The smallest decisions seem so difficult.
This is having a negative impact on your progress in work or school and is causing a lot of stress in your relationships with family and friends.
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Anxiety often creates a relentless internal pressure to maintain control and perfection. The fear of the unknown or of making mistakes can lead you to feel like you must keep everything in your life perfectly organized and under control. This need for control can become overwhelming and exhausting.
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Struggling to make decisions and constantly feeling the pressure to please others? It's exhausting trying to navigate life's choices while balancing everyone else's expectations. I understand the weight of these burdens and offer a safe space for you to explore your own needs and desires without guilt or judgment. I can help you to break free from the cycle of people-pleasing and regain confidence in your decision-making abilities.
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You always feel uneasy and scared, like something bad is about to happen. Even small decisions can feel too hard, making you overthink and have trouble choosing. The constant worry about things going wrong can make you feel stuck, and it’s tough to move forward or try new things.
I’m rachel.
I believe you deserve relief from anxiety and hope for change.
I help teens and adults struggling with anxiety by offering caring and personalized therapy.
My goal is to help you face your fears, develop healthy coping skills, and live a happier, more fulfilling life.
How I can help
I specialize in therapy for perfectionists and people pleasers, new moms, & teens who struggle with anxiety.
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Individuals with perfectionist tendencies often set unrealistically high standards for themselves, which can result in feelings of failure, self-criticism, and dissatisfaction. This constant pressure to be flawless can also contribute to burnout, as the fear of making mistakes or not meeting expectations becomes overwhelming.
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Life as a teenager or young adult can often feel like riding a wild rollercoaster of emotions. The demands to perform well academically, blend in with peers, and juggle many feelings at once can be downright overwhelming. Worrying might make you feel alone, question yourself, and chase perfection in an imperfect world. However, within these struggles, you possess incredible resilience and the ability to discover strategies to handle anxiety effectively and not just survive but thrive. Through therapy, you can learn to embrace your imperfections, manage anxiety, and navigate the rollercoaster with a bit more ease.
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Caring for a newborn can feel incredibly overwhelming and may increase feelings of anxiety, as you try to manage the pressure of meeting your baby's needs while navigating your new role as a mom. Along with hormonal changes and sleep deprivation, the combination can intensify the sense of worry and self-doubt.
what’s next?
I can help you feel more in control and less consumed by worry.
During our work together, you will find a supportive space where you can explore your feelings without judgment. I’m here to help you navigate through this tough time and work towards finding a sense of balance and stability in your life. If you have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.