Anxiety Therapy in Charlotte, NC
Mindfully Balanced Therapy offers therapy for overthinking and perfectionism in Charlotte, NC, and therapy for imposter syndrome online in North Carolina.
Therapy for overthinking and anxiety
Anxiety shows up in so many forms. Worry, overwhelm, insecure, confused, inadequate, nervousness, panic, dread, fear, apprehensive. You’ve likely felt them all at different points in your life, probably several at the same time! And when that anxiety comes up, you feel it in your mind and body, like that itch you just can’t scratch.
Anxiety is a tricky emotion because in many ways it is the body’s alarm system letting you know when there’s a possible threat. Sometimes the alarm works well and helps us respond to potentially dangerous things quickly. Other times though it’s a false alarm and it can take a lot of time and internal resources to recognize that.
If you think of anxiety like a smoke detector in an office building, it works when it detects smoke, sounds the alarms in all the rooms, and everyone stops working and evacuates outside safely. However, sometimes the alarm may sound, everyone stops working and evacuates outside, but it turns out someone just burnt popcorn in the microwave or walked by with a strong perfume. The answer is not to just toss out the whole system, the answer is to recalibrate the detectors so they only go off in real emergencies!
Anxiety therapy can help you understand how your internal “smoke detector” has been working, and teach you tools and strategies to get it back on track. That way it’s there when you need it, and not ringing the alarms when you don’t!
Therapy for overthinkers in Charlotte, NC
Overthinking is a common way anxiety can show up. It happens when a worry or concern pops into your brain and gets stuck. Your brain hyper-fixates on the problem, trying to break down all its parts and consider ALL the “what-if” possibilities. The problem is that the “what if” game is a game you cannot win. There will always be 2 more “what if” scenarios to consider and plan for.
Sometimes overthinking can feel like a superpower because it makes you think you’re “more prepared.” While this is sometimes true, there are a lot more times that overthinking can keep you stuck in spirals of anxious thoughts and end up stealing some of your joy!
Therapy for overthinking can help you clarify where the line is between thinking and planning ahead effectively versus anxious overthinking. This way you can still be as prepared as you need to be AND you can enjoy the moments with your family and friends as they happen.
Therapy for perfectionists
Are you someone who gets stuck on the little details until they’re “just right”? When you get feedback on something you did, do you ignore the 5 compliments and fixate on the 1 critique? Does the thought of something not turning out exactly the way you envisioned it stop you in your tracks and paralyze you from even getting started?
When overthinking and perfectionism are at the reigns, every day feels so draining. Mentally, emotionally, and even physically. Perfectionism makes your brain think in all-or-nothing patterns. You’re either excelling 100% and the best of the best, or you’ve completely failed and shouldn’t have even bothered trying.
Therapy for perfectionism can help you shift out of this all-or-nothing brain trap, and into a more flexible mindset. You can still be your hardworking and thoughtful self but with more freedom to enjoy what you’re doing and not as overwhelmed with the nitty-gritty.
Therapy for imposter syndrome
Imposter syndrome is one of those terms where if you know it, you’ve probably felt it at least once in your life. Many people talk about imposter syndrome showing up in their jobs and careers, but many of my clients also feel imposter syndrome in other parts of their lives. They feel like an imposter in their friendships and social groups. They feel like an imposter in their families as a mom, wife/partner, daughter, or sister.
Imposter syndrome all boils down to the feeling that you’re not doing “good enough” at something and worry someone will notice any minute. It can show up in so many different places and different ways, not just with work.
Therapy for imposter syndrome can help you recognize unhelpful thoughts that your brain is holding onto, understand where they come from, and learn strategies to shift them into more self-compassionate and empowering thoughts. You can feel a greater sense of self-worth, and learn ways to validate yourself instead of seeking validation from others at every turn!
Online therapy in CHarlotte, NC
Telehealth, virtual therapy, teletherapy, online therapy. Many words all describe the same thing: therapy online from the convenience and comfort of your home (or office)!
There are many benefits to online therapy, including: saving time and money by not traveling to and from appointments, more flexible scheduling as it can fit in-between other things in your schedule easier, increased comfort from participating in your own personal space, having your pets with you for added comfort, and not needing to hire a babysitter for kids old enough to be left in a room by themselves but not quite old enough to be left home alone.
Mindfully Balanced Therapy offers telehealth therapy services. When you schedule a free consult call to learn how Kimberleigh can help, you can even choose to do the call by video to preview what telehealth with Kimberleigh would look like!
Begin Anxiety Therapy in Charlotte, NC
Kimberleigh understands how overwhelming overthinking and perfectionism are. She also knows how scary it can be to even think about changing those ways of thinking. She’s ready to support you in regaining control of your anxiety! Mindfully Balanced Therapy can help you find the best tools and strategies that work for YOU, while still allowing your thoughtful planning and organizing strengths to shine through! To start anxiety therapy today:
Schedule a free consultation on the website.
Meet with Kimberleigh.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does anxiety feel like?
When clients come to me for anxiety, they often describe feeling overwhelmed, stressed, tense, nervous, or worried. Sometimes they describe the feeling of anxiety “like an emotional itch you can’t scratch.”
What causes anxiety?
While the specific cause is different from person to person, some causes include: the build-up of stress in someone’s life, experiencing a traumatic event and fear of it happening again, feedback from others about needing to worry or “be prepared”, illness, or other mental health concerns.
What are signs of anxiety?
Anxiety can show up in physical ways in the body, in thought patterns, and in behaviors. Signs of anxiety may include: muscle tension, upset stomach, feeling unable to stop worrying thoughts, difficulty focusing or making decisions, difficulty falling or staying asleep, soreness in your jaw from clenching, or irritability.
How to stop my anxiety?
Anxiety therapy can be incredibly helpful in understanding your specific triggers for anxiety, needs for coping, and strategies that work well for you and your lifestyle. Kimberleigh can help you explore sustainable coping plans to manage anxiety through the use of mindfulness, DBT, EFT Tapping, and other methods. To get started, contact Mindfully Balanced Therapy today to set up a free consult call!