anxiety therapy for teens and young adults
online and in ridgewood, nj
Navigate adolescence with confidence.
You’re a teen or young adult who feels completely overwhelmed…
It’s hard to imagine that life will get easier.
For many anxious teenagers and young adults, daily life can feel like navigating a stormy sea. The constant pressure to excel, paired with overwhelming worries about the future, can create a sense of being trapped in one's thoughts. Simple tasks may feel insurmountable, relationships strained, and transitions overwhelming. The fear of making a mistake or not meeting expectations can be paralyzing, leading to a cycle of overthinking and self-doubt. It's like trying to find calm in the midst of a whirlwind, longing for steady ground to stand on. Therapy can offer a beacon of hope, providing tools to navigate the turbulent waters of anxiety and perfectionism, and discover a path towards inner peace and self-acceptance.
Are you a teen or young adult who:
Is having difficulty attending school everyday due to overwhelming thoughts and feelings that seem unmanageable
Has been having a hard time with the adjustment to college or life after high school
Struggles with managing stressful situations and increased responsibilities
Wants to have improved relationships with family and friends
Here’s what we’ll do together
Explore the specific situations, thoughts, or emotions that trigger their anxiety.
Practice various coping strategies such as deep breathing exercises, mindfulness techniques, or progressive muscle relaxation to manage anxiety symptoms effectively.
Work on improving self-esteem and self-compassion to reduce the impact of overwhelming thoughts and negative self-talk.
Develop skills to cope with major life changes such as transitioning to college, entering the workforce, or moving to a new city
What we’ll work on
Imagine a life where…
Your communication skills improve and you have healthier boundaries, leading to more satisfying relationships.
Daily responsibilities don’t feel unmanageable and you have a more realistic perspective about your progress.
You’re connected to yourself and have more self-awareness.
Your past choices no longer control your every waking thought.