Anxiety therapy for perfectionists, young adults, new moms, & women navigating infertility in Ridgewood, NJ & online across NJ, NY & PA
BECAUSE ANXIETY SHOULDN’T BE THE LOUDEST VOICE IN YOUR HEAD.
“I always feel worried and overwhelmed.”
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, worried, and just plain over it — you’re not broken. You’re human. And you’re in the right place.
Anxiety can make everything feel way heavier than it needs to be. Even tiny choices start to feel like major life decisions, and your brain just won’t let you chill.
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Anxiety often shows up as perfectionism—this need to keep everything under control and fear of what might happen if you don't. Whether it's the fear of making a mistake or not knowing what’s coming next, it can feel like you have to line up every part of your life just right. Over time, that pressure becomes overwhelming and exhausting. If you’re stuck in this cycle of anxiety, therapy for perfectionists and people-pleasers can help you learn how to let go of unrealistic expectations and build more trust in yourself.
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Struggling with anxiety, people-pleasing, or decision fatigue? You’re not alone. When you’re constantly trying to keep everyone else happy, it’s easy to lose touch with your own needs. You might feel stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed—pulled in every direction but your own. Over time, that pressure can make even simple choices feel impossible.
In therapy, we’ll work on understanding where these patterns come from and how they’re showing up in your life. You’ll have a supportive space to manage anxiety, set boundaries without guilt, and start making decisions that align with who you are—not just who others expect you to be.
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You’re often on edge, like something could go wrong at any moment—even if nothing’s actually happening. Small decisions start to feel huge, and you find yourself overthinking everything. You might second-guess your choices, replay conversations in your head, or feel paralyzed trying to get it “right.” That kind of anxiety can leave you feeling stuck and exhausted. It makes it hard to move forward, try something new, or trust yourself.
I’m rachel.
I can help you quiet the noise in your head.
If your brain won’t shut off and you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your head, or just plain exhausted, we’ll talk about how to help you start responding differently and feel more in control.
In our work together, you’ll learn to manage anxiety instead of being ruled by it. We’ll build tools that help you face fears, set boundaries, and move through hard things with more confidence. My approach is honest, supportive, and practical, with the goal of helping you feel like yourself again.
How I can help
I help perfectionists, young adults, new moms, and women navigating infertility manage anxiety and build confidence.
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People who are perfectionists often expect too much of themselves. This can cause you to be too self-critical, feel like you failed, and lead to feelings of unhappiness. Always trying to be perfect can also lead to burnout because you get really worried about making mistakes or not meeting your own standards.
Learn more about therapy for perfectionists in Ridgewood, NJ
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Anxiety in young people can show up like an overactive inner critic, second-guessing everything from your decisions to your social interactions. It can make simple things—like speaking up in class, meeting new people, or even answering a text—feel overwhelming. Your mind is constantly juggling “what ifs,” leaving you mentally drained before the day’s even started.
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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.
Learn more about therapy for anxious new moms in Ridgewood, NJ
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Facing infertility can bring up overwhelming emotions—grief, anxiety, frustration, and isolation. I offer therapy for women who are navigating fertility challenges and need space to process the emotional toll.
what’s next?
I can help you feel more in control and less consumed by worry.
During our work together, you’ll have a supportive space to really explore what you’re feeling—no judgment, just understanding. I’m here to help you get through the tough spots and find some balance and stability again.