I treat anxiety using traditional approaches such as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) combined with a spiritual, holistic perspective. I collaborate with both eastern and western medicine proividers to give truly well rounded care. I have also been trained in more modern approaches such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy, which sees results typically in 1-5 sessions. Whether it is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic, OCD, PTSD, bi-polar or major depression I work with my clients to treat the person not the dis-ease. In order to provide my clients with the most I provide online counseling, throughout the state of Florida.
What is Anxiety?
You know that feeling overwhelming feeling? The one you just can’t shake? That one thought that “other people are judging me” or “am I really good enough for this?” Or, that nagging feeling when everything is going great? The little voice that doesn’t allow you to do it “good enough” …because….”Well, Yeah, It is done, but not perfect…” How about that evil critical little voice that keeps harping on mistakes that you have made YEARS AGO? Yep…that one. How about those disturbing thoughts that pop into your head? The repetitive random ones that don’t serve a purpose? The ones that are NOT helpful at all. Those are normal right? Nope, that is anxiety brain too.
Well, what about that ticker tape going through your head when you lay in bed at night. The endless To-Do list that keeps rolling around in your head is pretty common, isn’t it? Yes, common, but still anxiety. But, is it normal for people to lay in bed and review their day though? Yes, normal. But, if it’s making it so you don’t fall asleep, it’s still your old pal, anxiety. All of us experience occasional anxiety. However, worries that just won’t go away, and distress in everyday situations are not typical. You may feel like you have a lower distress tolerance than you used to. Or, not be able to let go no matter how hard you try. These are signs of an anxiety disorder. Come on, you knew that already…that is why you are reading this right?
Physical Anxiety Symptoms in Women:
Sleep Disruptions
Heart Racing
Rapid breathing
Sweating
Trembling
Feeling weak or tired
Experiencing gastrointestinal (GI) problems
Throat tightening
Neck and or back issues due to tightening of muscles
Lightheaded or dizziness
Emotional Anxiety Symptoms in Women
The good news is that is that it’s treatable!
I have a fabulous anxiety treatment that alleviates anxiety symptoms, usually in 1-5 sessions. Learn more about it here:
Feeling nervous, restless or tense
Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom
Difficulty concentrating
Struggling with making a decision
Feeling sad or angry, sometimes even accompanied by depression
Anticipating anxiety
Feeling like your mind is going blank
As a person who has treated anxiety symptoms in others, and experienced anxiety myself, BOY DO I GET IT!
I used to think, if only I could freeze time and slow things down, I would not feel so anxious. Now, looking back I feel fortunate to have experienced anxiety. It made me a better clinician and helped change my approach to dealing with my clients.
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Laura Treats Anxiety from a Holistic Perspective
Yes, I offer traditional therapies for anxiety such as “CBT” cognitive behavioral therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, meditation, breathing exercises, and traditional medication prescribed by a psychiatrist. However, I’ll also encourage you to work with other helping professionals such as herbalists, acupuncturists, nutritionists, and integrated medicine doctors. I believe in a team approach, where
YOU are the most important member of the team.
How does this collaborative approach help you deal with your anxiety?
Each therapy has it’s own unique healing signature. For example: CBT therapy is an anxiety treatment designed to treat the anxiety cycle, thoughts-feelings-behavior, proven effective but it can take time. Sometimes people need quicker relief, so they may choose medication or Accelerated Resolution Therapy to relieve their anxiety symptoms. On the other hand, other people have sensitive systems and may need the gentle approach of an acupuncturist, nutritionist or herbalist to heal their anxiety.
As your therapist, I help you explore ALL of YOUR options and make the best decision for you!
Start your journey to becoming less anxious, and more like yourself!
Begin Online Anxiety Therapy in Florida with Laura!
You don’t have to feel that wave of anxiety when you face the unknown. At my Florida online therapy practice, you can start overcoming your fears today! Whether you are in Sarasota, Jupiter, St. Augustine, Lakewood Ranch, Palm Beach, Naples, Longboat Key or Pinecrest, you can start feeling more calm, more relaxed, and at peace. And, I can help. So, let’s get in touch! If you would like to learn more, feel free to view my About Me page.