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Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges, but it doesn’t look the same for everyone. Some people experience racing thoughts before a presentation. Others feel panicked at the idea of leaving home. Anxiety shows up in many forms, and understanding your specific experience is the first step toward managing it with anxiety […]
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges, but it doesn’t look the same for everyone. Some people experience racing thoughts before a presentation. Others feel panicked at the idea of leaving home. Anxiety shows up in many forms, and understanding your specific experience is the first step toward managing it with anxiety therapy.
While having occasional anxiety is a normal part of life, persistent and overwhelming fear can signal a disorder. These conditions disrupt daily routines, strain relationships, and make even simple tasks feel daunting. Types of anxiety disorders include:
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), marked by constant worry about daily events
Social Anxiety Disorder, involving intense fear of judgment or embarrassment
Panic Disorder, with sudden, repeated panic attacks
Phobias, which are strong fears of specific objects or situations
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which share features with anxiety disorders
Anxiety can also overlap with depression, trauma, or burnout, making professional support especially valuable. Fortunately, anxiety is highly treatable, and help is available in many different forms. An anxiety therapist can help you identify triggers, develop coping strategies, and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. In some cases, medication may also be recommended to provide symptom relief.
Whether your anxiety feels like constant tension or unpredictable panic, there are tools and techniques that can help you feel grounded and in control again. Our providers work with clients to build personalized anxiety therapy plans that empower them to heal at their own pace. Reach out to our team today to get started!
High-functioning anxiety can be difficult to recognize, even for those living with it. On the outside, a person may appear driven, punctual, organized, and calm under pressure. Internally, though, they are battling constant self-doubt, chronic stress, and a mind that never shuts off. Because their achievements mask the distress, many people with high-functioning anxiety go […]
High-functioning anxiety can be difficult to recognize, even for those living with it. On the outside, a person may appear driven, punctual, organized, and calm under pressure. Internally, though, they are battling constant self-doubt, chronic stress, and a mind that never shuts off. Because their achievements mask the distress, many people with high-functioning anxiety go undiagnosed and untreated.
Common Signs of High-Functioning Anxiety
Signs of high-functioning anxiety may include:
Overthinking and over-preparing for every situation
A persistent fear of failure despite accomplishments
Difficulty relaxing or feeling guilt when not being productive
Perfectionism and the need to always “do more”
Irritability or internal restlessness
Many people with high-functioning anxiety are successful students, professionals, or caregivers. Their anxiety fuels achievement, but at a high cost.
How Anxiety Therapy Can Help
Anxiety therapy can be a powerful resource for managing this condition. A licensed therapist can help you identify negative thought patterns and build healthier ways to respond to stress. Therapists can also help you set boundaries, process underlying trauma, and reconnect with your values beyond productivity. Evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) are especially effective. These methods focus on building awareness of anxiety triggers, developing coping strategies, and reframing internal narratives.
You Deserve to Be More Than Just “Functioning”
High-functioning anxiety is a real thing, but you don’t have to live in this constant state of mental overdrive. Reach out today to speak with a therapist who specializes in anxiety therapy and discover what life feels like when peace becomes part of your success story.
