Healing Anxiety for High Achievers & People Pleasers in Baltimore

Do you find yourself overthinking even the smallest decisions, worrying about how others perceive you, or feeling like no matter how much you do—it’s never quite enough?

Are you often hard on yourself, striving to be everything to everyone, while your own needs quietly take a back seat? Does anxiety creep in, making it feel impossible to find peace, even when everything seems “fine” on the outside?

You may be someone who cares deeply, feels things intensely, and wants to do your best—not just for yourself, but for the people around you. And while these qualities are beautiful, they can sometimes come with a heavy emotional load, often manifesting as anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing.

When Sensitivity Meets Pressure

Many of the people I work with are driven, thoughtful, and compassionate—but also feel overwhelmed by anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. You might find yourself constantly running through what-ifs in your mind, replaying conversations, or bracing yourself for what might go wrong.

Anxiety often shows up as a constant hum of worry, a tightness in your chest, or racing thoughts that are hard to quiet. You might feel like you’re always on edge, over-preparing for every possible scenario, or second-guessing your own decisions.

People-pleasing may look like saying yes when you want to say no, putting others’ needs before your own, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s happiness. These patterns often come from past experiences that shaped how you relate to yourself and others.

And perfectionism? It might have helped you feel in control or safe in the past—but now it’s become exhausting, fueling anxiety and making it hard to feel satisfied with anything you do.

A Space to Soften and Be Seen

In our work together, we’ll gently explore the roots of these patterns and create space for a new kind of relationship with yourself—one rooted in self-compassion, emotional balance, and a deeper understanding of what you truly need.

My approach integrates:

• A relational, trauma-informed lens that honors your story and creates space for vulnerability.

• Creative tools like art therapy to access insight beyond words and express emotions that are hard to verbalize.

• EMDR therapy to support healing from old wounds and reduce anxiety that’s stored in your nervous system.

• Practical strategies for easing anxiety, building boundaries, and reconnecting with your values.

You don’t need to change who you are—you’ve always been enough. This is about releasing what no longer serves you and coming home to yourself.

Let’s Find a New Way Forward—Together

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, the pressure to be perfect, or the pull to please everyone else, therapy can offer a softer, steadier path. I offer trauma-informed therapy for anxiety, perfectionism, and people-pleasing in Baltimore and virtually throughout Maryland and Colorado.

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