Anxiety Therapy in Coral Springs
Performance Anxiety | Social Anxiety | Issues of Self-esteem | Trauma
You Know What Anxiety Feels Like
Anxiety is the pang you feel deep in your gut. It takes up residence inside your heart and head, and can sour moments of happiness with a singular fleeting thought. Anxiety is that inner voice that whispers lies that keep you feeling inferior and unsure.
You Can Only Lie To Yourself For So Long
Sometimes we pretend it’s just the stress of being overworked or overwhelmed. We know the truth and we’re afraid of looking too closely, afraid of what we might discover at our core. It’s that fear that drives us, but it’s also the fear that makes us feel so alone.
You Know How It Makes You Question Yourself
You’re Reaching your Limit
Moments of panic can keep you up at night, or be the motivation that drives your success. You may call it perfectionism or fear—either way, living with a heightened sense of anxiety is not sustainable in the long-term.
You Don’t Have To Face Anxiety Alone
Anxiety is a common occurrence among everyone—adolescents, and adults included. Oftentimes anxiety can hold you back due to your gnawing sense that something is off—that there’s something wrong with you. We build walls around us, hoping that no one will find out. It doesn’t have to be this way.
Things Can Be Different
Imagine feeling in control of your thoughts instead of letting them control you. Imagine feeling powerful, confident, no longer afraid of the inner critic, and no longer giving it the same power.
You Can Embrace A New Perspective About Yourself
I am strong.
I am powerful.
I know where I’ve been and I know where I’m going.
I’m Alexa, founder of Haven Family Therapy, and I would like to help you find the person you want to become.
You have the answers you need inside of you, but you’ve not aware of them yet. I can help you find them. In our work together, I will guide you to recognize and adjust those thoughts that keep you up at night. We will learn about self-compassion and how to discover the ‘self’ that most fits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I’m not sure what to call it?
Anxiety or depression?
No matter what we call it, there are similar themes in these challenges, and strategies you can use to face them. Often, anxiety and depression go hand in hand, although with the actionable strategies I will teach you, they will no longer dictate your future.
Can talking about my problems really help?
“The anxiety I feel is so all-consuming, I’m worried that just talking about what I’m going through won’t be enough. I know other people who have tried medications, but I’m not sure that it’s right for me.”
My first hope for you is to recognize the incredible power that is available to you when you face and name the challenges you’re dealing with. Often with anxiety, we are so focused on avoiding—on suppressing all of our feelings—that we can’t imagine how empowering it is to feel our way through it and learn that we can do it.
Does Teen Anxiety Look Different?
Anxiety manifests itself in many areas of life such as relationships, jobs, and school. Teens’ anxieties are especially affected in relation to peer groups, self-perception, and the desire to do well in school. You may notice your child withdrawing from relationships or exhibiting low self-esteem as a result of anxiety.
Teens are still in the process of learning how to feel about themselves. During this time period, it is not uncommon for a teen’s mind to fill with negative thoughts. Peer pressure and the desire to be liked, are major factors that lead to poor self-esteem.
In our work together, I will help your teen to feel good about themselves and to recognize the strengths they carry within.
Does This Sound Like Your Teen?
*Names and exact facts were modified to protect confidentiality
The Story of Annabelle
Annabelle (15) was isolated in her room, did not want to meet with friends or even order her own meal at restaurants. She was self-conscious and afraid of others judging her and looking down at her. She had cycles where she had negative thoughts about herself and her worthiness. Her bad choices ended up putting her in harm’s way because she could not say “no” to the few friends she had. Communication with her parents stopped as she kept everything inside, making her feel paralyzed and lifeless.
In Therapy
Annabelle learned to express her feelings of sadness and fear and the negative thoughts that came with it. Through therapy, she learned to challenge her negative thoughts and recognize her strengths and worth. Annabelle developed a deeper understanding of herself and found inner peace and the freedom from measuring herself against others. Her parents were taught a new way to communicate with their daughter. They allowed her to have a voice and made a conscious effort to validate her and love her.
Parenting during the pre-teen and teenage years can be one of the most challenging jobs ever! Being a parent can create additional anxiety as parents constantly worry about how their teens will develop, whether they will make the right choices, and what kind of a person they will grow up to be.
The Result
Annabelle is now able to hold her head high and has the confidence in herself to interact with her peers. She has started to go out and do activities and not worry so much about what people think of her. She talks more with her parents and is able to cope with her thoughts in a manner that makes her more in control. Annabelle can answer questions in class and is able to advocate for herself and say 'no' when she feels it is in her best interest. She has come out of her shell and is showing her personality as a vibrant young lady.
Whether for yourself or your teen, it’s helpful to talk with someone who has some experience in the area.
