How does anxiety feel in the body?

Anxiety can show up as a racing heart, sweaty palms, tight chest, or an uneasy feeling in your stomach. You might feel restless, tense, or like you’re constantly on edge. It’s your body’s way of responding to perceived threats, even when no real danger is present. Therapy helps you understand these sensations and learn ways to calm your nervous system.

Where does anxiety come from?

Anxiety can come from many places—stressful experiences, upbringing, or even how your brain is wired. It might also be linked to perfectionism, fear of failure, or feeling out of control. Sometimes it runs in families, and other times it’s tied to specific events or ongoing pressures. Therapy helps you explore these roots and find healthier ways to cope.

Where does perfectionism come from?

Perfectionism often stems from a fear of failure, rejection, or not feeling good enough. It can be shaped by high expectations from yourself or others, experiences of criticism, or even praise linked to achievement. Over time, it can become a way to seek approval or avoid mistakes. Therapy helps you understand these patterns and learn to be kinder to yourself.

Can perfectionism hold you back?

Absolutely. Perfectionism can keep you stuck, afraid to start or finish something because it’s never “good enough.” It can lead to burnout, procrastination, or constant self-criticism. When you’re chasing an impossible standard, it’s hard to feel satisfied or proud of your efforts. Therapy helps you challenge these unrealistic expectations and find a healthier balance.

THERAPY FOR ANXIETY & PERFECTIONISM IN ROCHESTER + ONLINE ACROSS NEW YORK

Take back control from overthinking. Start living life the way you want.

Schedule A Free Consultation

The people in your life would describe you as “having it together”—but on the inside, you’re overwhelmed with worry and paralyzed by the pressure to do everything “right.”

Maybe you…

Feel like your mind never slows down—always overthinking, second-guessing, and wondering, “What if I make a mistake?”
Say “I’m sorry” more times a day than you can count, even when you know you’re not at fault
Push yourself to do everything perfectly or not at all—because if you don’t try, you can’t fail
Worry so much about disappointing people that you put everyone else first, even when you’re completely exhausted
Keep your schedule packed to the brim because staying busy is easier than sitting with your own thoughts
Struggle to make decisions, always afraid you’ll choose wrong and end up regretting it

Contact Me

My Approach

Guiding you to stay grounded & make choices that honor who you are.

In our sessions, you’ll find a space where you can breathe and feel truly heard. Having someone listen, validate your experiences, and give you permission to feel the way you do can be a powerful first step toward change. Over time, we’ll work together to understand where your worries or ideas about perfection come from and explore new ways of thinking that feel more helpful and less overwhelming.

The work we’ll do is a collaborative process and tailored to you, so whatever’s showing up for you week-to-week will inform our approach. If you’ve been dealing with panic or anxiety attacks, we’ll work on practical strategies to help you regain a sense of calm. We can also practice setting boundaries that protect your peace and make room for what you truly need and want in life. Along the way, we’ll compare where you’ve been with where you want to go—figuring out the necessary steps to get you there together.

Learn More About My Practice

Anxiety often lies to you about what you’re capable of.

Let’s challenge your self-doubt & prove anxiety wrong.

Through specialized therapy for anxiety & perfectionism you can…

Learn skills to manage anxiety or panic when they arise — Discover relaxation techniques and other tools that help to calm your mind and body so you can feel more grounded.
Understand yourself and your anxiety better — Learn how your anxiety is trying to protect you, and have more compassion for yourself overall.
Set and keep boundaries that protect your time and energy — Learn how to say “no” without guilt and prioritize what matters most to you.
Let go of what you can’t control — Focus your energy on what’s within your power instead of getting stuck in worry and “what ifs.”
Quiet intrusive thoughts — Gain tools to challenge unhelpful thoughts and keep them from taking over your day.
Make choices that feel right for you — Feel confident doing what’s best for you, without second-guessing or worrying about what others might think.

Its Time To Free Yourself From Worry & Overwhelm

Sessions in-person in Rochester & online across New York.

Schedule A Free Consultation

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does anxiety feel in the body?
Anxiety can show up as a racing heart, sweaty palms, tight chest, or an uneasy feeling in your stomach. You might feel restless, tense, or like you’re constantly on edge. It’s your body’s way of responding to perceived threats, even when no real danger is present. Therapy helps you understand these sensations and learn ways to calm your nervous system.
Where does anxiety come from?
Anxiety can come from many places—stressful experiences, upbringing, or even how your brain is wired. It might also be linked to perfectionism, fear of failure, or feeling out of control. Sometimes it runs in families, and other times it’s tied to specific events or ongoing pressures. Therapy helps you explore these roots and find healthier ways to cope.
Where does perfectionism come from?
Perfectionism often stems from a fear of failure, rejection, or not feeling good enough. It can be shaped by high expectations from yourself or others, experiences of criticism, or even praise linked to achievement. Over time, it can become a way to seek approval or avoid mistakes. Therapy helps you understand these patterns and learn to be kinder to yourself.
Can perfectionism hold you back?
Absolutely. Perfectionism can keep you stuck, afraid to start or finish something because it’s never “good enough.” It can lead to burnout, procrastination, or constant self-criticism. When you’re chasing an impossible standard, it’s hard to feel satisfied or proud of your efforts. Therapy helps you challenge these unrealistic expectations and find a healthier balance.