Anxiety Therapist in Chicago

Find steadiness, soften fear, and reconnect with yourself.

Living on the edge of fear

Anxiety can feel like living inside a tightened coil—your mind racing, your body bracing, your heart never quite at rest. On the outside, you may seem composed. But inside, you’re constantly scanning for danger, stuck in an exhausting loop of what-ifs and worst-case scenarios.

You might overthink every decision, anticipate problems before they happen, or feel frozen by the pressure to get it right. The weight of anxiety is heavy—and it’s lonely, too.

Anxiety asks you to stay vigilant. But it does so at a steep cost.

It pulls you away from your body, from your people, from the present moment. And over time, it disconnects you from yourself.

In therapy, we begin to quiet that inner alarm system. When fear softens, you’ll start to hear something else — your own voice — offering steadiness, wisdom, and care.

How anxiety might be showing up for you

Anxiety isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it speaks through the body, the sleep you can’t get, or the tension you carry in your chest. It might look like:

Anxiety is not all in your head. It’s in your body, your relationships, your sense of safety.

Therapy offers a space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and begin to move through life with more ease.

You don’t have to live at the mercy of anxiety.
Let’s help you find your calm and trust your inner strength.

Why work with me

I know that anxiety is often a form of protection. It’s the mind’s way of saying, “Be ready. Stay safe.” But that vigilance can become a prison.

In our work, we’ll get curious about what your anxiety has been trying to protect you from—and what it might feel like to trust yourself instead.

You don’t have to do this alone.

My approach is grounded in Psychoanalytic Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I offer a space that’s gentle, thoughtful, and deeply attuned to your emotional world.

Together, we’ll help you soften anxiety’s grip so you can move through life with more clarity, steadiness, and self-connection.

How therapy helps

Therapy isn’t about erasing fear. It’s about building your capacity to live with courage, even when things are uncertain. Together, we’ll work to:

Understand the emotional roots of your anxiety

Identify protective patterns and create space for new responses

Strengthen your ability to tolerate uncertainty and stay grounded

Reconnect you to your body, your values, and your sense of trust in yourself

You don’t have to stay trapped in the spiral. With care and support, it’s possible to live more freely—even when life is unpredictable.

What you can expect

Therapy is a collaborative process. This isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about creating space to understand, soothe, and transform what’s been overwhelming.

You can expect:

The calm you long for is not out of reach. It’s something we’ll nurture together, one grounded step at a time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I’ve had anxiety my whole life?

That doesn’t mean change isn’t possible. Even longstanding patterns can shift with care, patience, and insight.

I seem “high-functioning” but feel awful inside. Can therapy help?

Absolutely. Anxiety often hides beneath productivity. Therapy can help you feel calm, not just look calm.

What if therapy makes it worse?

That fear makes sense. We’ll move gently, always respecting your pace. Therapy should feel supportive, not overwhelming.

You can find your calm beyond the chaos.

Let’s begin the journey back to yourself—steadier, softer, and more free.