Anxiety Therapy for Perfectionists, New moms, teens and adults
ONLINE AND in Ridgewood, NJ
Solution focused therapy for a more balanced approach to life.
“I always feel worried and overwhelmed.”
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Anxiety can feel like this nonstop pressure to keep everything perfect and under control. The fear of messing up — or just not knowing what’s coming next — can make you feel like you have to have every part of your life perfectly lined up. After a while, trying to hold it all together gets seriously overwhelming and exhausting.
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Having trouble making decisions and feeling like you need to keep everyone else happy? It can feel like you’re stuck in the middle of a tug-of-war—pulled in different directions by other people’s needs, while your own get left behind. That kind of pressure is exhausting, and it’s easy to lose sight of what you actually want. In therapy, you’ll have a supportive space to tune back in to your own voice, without guilt or judgment. Together, we’ll work on setting healthy boundaries, building confidence, and helping you make choices that truly align with who you are.
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You often have this feeling of being on edge, like something bad is just around the corner. Even little decisions can feel like a huge deal, and you end up overthinking everything and struggling to pick. That constant worry about things going wrong can make you feel really stuck, and it's hard to get yourself to move forward or try anything new.
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.
I’m rachel.
I believe you deserve relief from anxiety and hope for change.
I help teens and adults struggling with anxiety by offering caring and personalized therapy.
By working with me, you'll learn to manage your anxiety instead of feeling overwhelmed by it. You'll develop skills to face your fears and feel more confident trying new things. Ultimately, you'll experience more joy and control in your life.
How I can help
I specialize in therapy for perfectionists and people pleasers, new moms, & teens who struggle with anxiety.
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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.
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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.
what’s next?
I can help you feel more in control and less consumed by worry.
During our work together, you will find a supportive space where you can explore your feelings without judgment. I’m here to help you navigate through this tough time and work towards finding a sense of balance and stability in your life. If you have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.